Trump's tariff tyranny: How should India respond? Experts weigh in

This India First episode focusses on the escalating trade war between the United States and India. US President Donald Trump has imposed an additional 25% tariff on Indian goods, bringing the total to 50%, citing India's purchase of crude oil from Russia.  Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated India's readiness to make any sacrifice for the interests of its farmers, livestock keepers, and fishermen. The program explores the potential impact on key Indian export sectors and the future of the US-India strategic partnership. Analysts discuss whether these tariffs could push India closer to Russia and China, especially with a US trade delegation scheduled for talks in India between August 25th and 29th. The broadcast also covers the divergence in US-Indian interests, including the US warming to Pakistan, and how these pressures might lead to a Russia-India-China trilateral. Potential responses, from negotiation to retaliation, and the necessity of structural reforms to boost Indian manufacturing are examined. Additionally, a separate report details a second attack on comedian Kapil Sharma's cafe in Surrey, Canada, for which the Bishnoi gang has reportedly claimed responsibility.