US trade war

Trade War 2.0? Trump’s 100% Tariffs Clash With China’s Rare Earth Curbs

China expanded its restricted rare earths list from 7 to 12 elements, adding holmium, erbium, thulium, europium, and ytterbium, and extended controls to cover not just the materials themselves but the entire production chain: mining technologies, smelting processes, and magnet manufacturing.

Oct 12, 2025, 18:07 PM IST

‘We Have Issues With...’: Jaishankar On US 'Unfair' Tariffs

Jaishankar highlighted unresolved trade talks with the US, criticised unfair tariffs on India, noted energy import impacts, and urged issues not overshadow the overall bilateral relationship.

Oct 05, 2025, 20:50 PM IST

Washington's Arm-Twisting Tactics: Why India Does Not Import US Corn?

US warns India of market access loss over refusal to buy American corn, but India bans GM corn imports and cultivation, citing food chain risks; NITI Aayog’s import proposal was withdrawn.

Sep 16, 2025, 17:00 PM IST

Draw India Closer, Not Push It Away, Ex-US Top Officials Urge Trump Administration

Former US officials Jake Sullivan and Kurt Campbell urged strengthening ties with India, warning Trump’s policies risk pushing New Delhi toward rivals. They proposed a 10-year strategic alliance on defence, technology, and global cooperation.

Sep 04, 2025, 23:48 PM IST

Failing To Pressure India, US Now Urges European Countries To Impose Sanctions On New Delhi, Stop Certain Trades: Report

The White House has urged European nations to adopt sanctions similar to those already enforced by the United States,

Aug 31, 2025, 12:40 PM IST

Trump Hits 'Biggest-Ever' Trade Deal With EU; Declares 15 Per cent Tariff On All Goods

US President Trump claimed that the US offers "the best military equipment in the world" and said that the EU has agreed to purchase a significant amount of it.

Jul 28, 2025, 09:01 AM IST

Trump’s Tariff Tsunami Hits 21 Nations: Sri Lanka, Iraq, Philippines Among Latest Targets In 30% Trade Blitz

Sri Lanka, Algeria, Iraq, Libya, Brunei, Moldova and Philippines. All now have been slapped with fresh US tariffs – some as high as 30%. 

Jul 10, 2025, 02:45 AM IST

Trump’s Tariff Bombshell: Who’s Hit, What’s At Stake And How Nations Are Reacting

The Indian rupee strengthened slightly after India was excluded from the tariff list, while other Asian currencies held steady.

Jul 09, 2025, 01:11 AM IST

Trump Announces New Tariffs On 14 Nations, Says US 'Close' To Trade Deal With India

President Trump has announced new tariffs on 14 countries, effective August 1, 2025, while stating the US is "close" to a trade deal with India.

Jul 08, 2025, 07:11 AM IST

Trump Backs 500% Tariff Bill Targeting Countries Buying Russian Oil. Will It Affect India?

US President Donald Trump has approved a Senate bill that could impose tariffs of up to 500 per cent on countries, including China and India, that purchase oil and energy products from Russia.

Jul 02, 2025, 12:47 PM IST

'We're Going To Have Deal...Much Less Tariffs': Trump On India-US Trade Talks

India and the US have been negotiating over a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) before the critical July 9 deadline of the 90-day pause on tariff escalations.

Jul 02, 2025, 07:30 AM IST

Trump Halts All Trade Talks With Canada Over Digital Services Tax

Donald Trump announced the immediate suspension of all trade negotiations with Canada in response to the country’s decision to impose a digital services tax targeting US tech companies.

Jun 28, 2025, 06:48 AM IST

US Announces 'Substantial Progress' In Trade Talks With China In Geneva

The US announced substantial progress in trade talks with China held in Geneva. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent praised the discussions as productive, with full details to be shared.

 

May 12, 2025, 08:15 AM IST

Chinese exports accelerate even as Trump escalates trade war

Washington is set to begin collecting 25 percent tariffs on another $16 billion in Chinese goods on August 23.

Aug 08, 2018, 18:08 PM IST

Guard against trade protectionism: IMF chief Christine Lagarde to policymakers

IMF chief warning comes as finance ministers and central bank governors from the G20 prepare to meet in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Mar 16, 2018, 08:40 AM IST