Trump Announces 100 Per Cent Tariff On Imported Pharmaceuticals Without US-Based Manufacturing Plants

The announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump of a sweeping set of new tariffs marks a sharp escalation in his administration’s trade policy, particularly targeting pharmaceuticals and consumer goods. Beginning October 1, 2025, the United States will impose a 100 percent tariff on all branded and patented pharmaceutical products that are not accompanied by U.S.-based manufacturing

September 26, 2025
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US Acknowledges ‘Turbulence’ With India But Maintains Positive Trajectory

The United States has openly acknowledged that its ties with India are going through a phase of "turbulence," yet officials in Washington maintain that the overall trajectory of the relationship remains positive.The acknowledgment reflects a mix of public frustration expressed by President Donald Trump while simultaneously affirming India’s role as a key strategic partner.Washington has been

September 25, 2025
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US Energy Secretary ‘Huge Fan’ of India, Says Looks Forward To ‘More Energy Trade’

The United States Energy Secretary Chris Wright has voiced strong support for deepening Washington’s energy ties with India, calling himself a “huge fan” of the country. Speaking at the New York Foreign Press Centre, he highlighted the U.S. government’s intent to expand cooperation with India in multiple sectors, spanning natural gas, coal, nuclear energy, liquefied petroleum gas, and clean

September 25, 2025
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‘You Can Buy Oil From Any Nation In The World, Just Not Russia,’ US Energy Secretary Tells India

The United States has once again urged India to reconsider its energy partnership with Russia, this time through direct remarks by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright. Speaking at the New York Foreign Press Centre, Wright emphasised that Washington does not intend to punish India but seeks to end the ongoing war in Ukraine.He urged India to explore oil imports from other nations, reiterating that

September 25, 2025
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South Asia Analyst Michael Kugelman Slams Trump’s UNGA Address, Says Shows ‘No Reset’ In India-US Ties; Says ‘Extremely Undiplomatic’

US President Donald Trump’s address at the 80th United Nations General Assembly was described as "extremely undiplomatic" by South Asia analyst Michael Kugelman. His remarks particularly targeted India and China, accusing them of being the "primary funders" of the Ukraine war due to their continued purchase of Russian oil.Coming shortly after a supposedly cordial phone call with Prime Minister

September 25, 2025
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Trump Aide Urges India To Shun Russian Oil Amid Tariff Strain; Says ‘Don’t Want To Punish India’

US-India ties are under fresh strain as the Trump administration has imposed some of the highest global tariffs on Indian imports, while simultaneously urging New Delhi to cut its crude oil dependency on Russia.The controversy was highlighted by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright’s remarks in New York, where he suggested India should pivot away from discounted Russian oil purchases and align more

September 24, 2025
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