Trump’s tariff, arm-twisting theatrics; India stands firm!
Trump tariff is more noise than policy !! ...A pressure tactic??...
Trump’s tariff an arm-twisting theatrics : India stands firm and tall not playing to Trump’s not so melodious tune. India’s response reflects maturity—recognizing the difference between rhetoric and reality, and choosing policy over personality. Officials insist that India’s sovereignty on food security, defense procurement, and digital trade remains non-negotiable, regardless of tariff threat.
India refuses to compromise on farmer’s interest
After facing a 25% tariff rate from US, India maintains its stance on making any compromise on agricultural and dairy products as trade talks with the US resume on August 25. The government made it clear that farm goods, dairy, genetically modified food, beef and animal feed with meat are completely off the table.
“We are engaged with American officials and securing our national interest is our primary objective. The government is not going to come under pressure on areas that concern farmers and small businesses,” a government official said.
“India welcomes constructive dialogue and mutual respect in international partnerships. While we do not comment on political rhetoric during election seasons in other countries, the facts speak for themselves. India is one of the fastest-growing major economies and a trusted global trade partner.” Piyush Goyal, India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry spoke at a press event in New Delhi.
Goyal highlighted that India-U.S. trade relations have expanded significantly over the past decade, with bilateral trade crossing $200 billion in recent years. He reiterated that both nations have benefited from cooperation in sectors such as defense, technology, energy, and innovation. “The foundation of our trade relationship with the U.S. is built on shared democratic values and mutual respect-not on individual opinions,” he added.
“Our operations are closely aligned with India’s national priorities”– Nayara
“In this challenging environment, India, as the world’s third-largest energy consumer with 85% crude oil import dependence, strategically adapted its sourcing to secure affordable energy while fully adhering to international norms,” sources elaborated.
‘Putin says if the U.S deploys nuclear submarines, i will deploy oreshnik missiles.’
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BREAKING:
Putin says if the U.S deploys nuclear submarines, i will deploy oreshnik missiles. pic.twitter.com/ebVm8viUX9
— World Affairs (@World_Affairs11) August 2, 2025
Previously, US President Donald Trump stated on Friday that India might stop purchasing Russian oil, describing it as “a good step” if verified, whilst India has maintained its sovereign authority to implement energy policies aligned with national interests.
“Our economy will not be run from the White House… Russian oil will continue to flow to India.”
source: X
🚨 🇺🇸🇮🇳 BREAKING | Indian Foreign Minister:
“Our economy will not be run from the White House… Russian oil will continue to flow to India.” pic.twitter.com/0T3c2EhRlf
— China in English (@ChinainEnglis) August 2, 2025
PM Modi’s Silent Diplomacy: A Calm Response to Trump’s Theatrics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, known for his strategic composure on the global stage, has not directly responded to Trump’s remarks, choosing instead to let India’s record and relationships speak for themselves. This silence is not inaction, but a calculated diplomatic posture.
Modi’s foreign policy approach has consistently emphasized continuity, strategic depth, and dignity, avoiding tit-for-tat commentary, especially when dealing with political leaders known for sensationalism. While Trump may be aiming to energize his domestic base, the Indian Prime Minister has stayed focused on realigning global partnerships and strengthening India’s long-term global position.
India’s top four exports to the US-pharmaceuticals, textiles, electricals and electronics, and jewellery form a critical part of American supply chains. India ranks among the top five import destinations for the US in pharma, textiles, and jewellery. In electronics, India is one of the fastest-growing exporters to the US.
“The total volume of ‘Made-in-India’ smartphones grew 240% year-on-year and now accounts for 44% of smartphones imported into the US, up from only 13% of smartphone shipments in Q2 2024,” according to a data. In the last quarter, India emerged as the dominant player in mobile handset shipments to the US.
‘From Day’s low of 80696, Sensex has made a whopping and surprising recovery of 1000 points.’
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From Day’s low of 80696, Sensex has made a whopping and surprising recovery of 1000 points.
Trump tariffs has not deterred the investors from Indian markets.
That’s the spirit of India🇮🇳🇮🇳💪💪#TrumpTariffsindia @narendramodi @BJP4India @ArunSinghbjp pic.twitter.com/JcaUWlkXoQ— Vishal Singh 🇮🇳 🇮🇳 (@vishal119) July 31, 2025
Higher tariffs on key import destinations such as India could push up domestic prices for American consumers, especially in sectors where substitution is neither immediate nor cost-effective.
“While Trump’s trade policies unsettle global supply chains, India’s resilience and economic agility are emerging as key differentiators. Notably, regional competitors like Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are still facing steeper tariffs, weakening their edge,”
“Amid global uncertainty, India remains one of the fastest-growing major economies, poised to lead the next phase of emerging market growth.” said Subhash Chandra Garg, former Finance and Economic Affairs Secretary.
‘Trump trolled brutally by an economist..’
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Trump trolled brutally by an economist..😂
Make this viral.. pic.twitter.com/UozrTHz0Tu— Cabinet Minister, Ministry of Memes,🇮🇳 (@memenist_) August 2, 2025
Trump’s tariff ‘conceding quietly’-Brahma Chellaney
Still, the deeper concern lies not in tariffs themselves, but in what they represent. The Indian geostrategist Brahma Chellaney argues that this isn’t merely about trade, it’s about shaping the architecture of India’s future economic dependencies. “Conceding quietly,” he says, “can become a pattern.”
The underlying tensions go beyond tariffs. Chellaney warns that the United States is not just demanding better market access but is pushing India to rewrite domestic policy in ways that could have long-term consequences.
He noted that India would be expected to open its agricultural and dairy markets, even though industrial-scale American imports could shatter India’s family farms and undermine its food security.
‘America is not afraid of anything else except one word INDIA’
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America is not afraid of anything else except one word
INDIA
Worth 11 minutes of your time.🙂👌🏼👏🏼👏🏼
You will feel proud of Bharat. Thank you @narendramodi ji. pic.twitter.com/U5gVfncJSR
— Tathvam-asi (@ssaratht) August 2, 2025
The United States also expects India to ramp up purchases of American energy products by tens of billions of dollars annually. And despite already being a growing buyer of US arms, India would be nudged to increase its defense imports further. And, these expectations haven’t been officially acknowledged by Indian negotiators.
Trump’s trade tactics might grab headlines, but they could end up backfiring big time.
Trump’s approach will leave the United States more economically and diplomatically isolated, while drawing other parts of the world together. Economists aren’t buying the hype either. Many say these import taxes will likely hike up prices for everyday consumers, hurt manufacturers, and drag down economic growth instead of boosting it.
‘Trump sends NUCLEAR SUBS over Medvedev’s words? Hilarious.’
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🚨⚡️Trump sends NUCLEAR SUBS over Medvedev’s words? Hilarious. 😆
Truth is — he’s TERRIFIED of Putin’s new beast: the Knyaz Pozharsky. 🇷🇺💥
Russia now fields 5TH-GENERATION NUCLEAR SUBMARINES — something the U.S. DOESN’T HAVE.pic.twitter.com/tfRMtzYUCf
— RussiaNews 🇷🇺 (@mog_russEN) August 2, 2025
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