Tariff war escalates: China warns US of countermeasures, plans WTO suit

China on Sunday said it "firmly opposes" the new tariffs imposed on the country by US President Donald Trump and warned of taking "corresponding countermeasures" to resolutely safeguard its own......

'We Are Lucky To Have Modi'

'We don't have to go abroad for anything.''Anyone who thinks we have a lot to learn from the US needs to have his head examined.''We are in a new era.' IMAGE: President Droupadi Murmu and Prime......

Russia backs Pak bid to join BRICS; will India resist this move?

Russia on Wednesday said it would support Pakistan's bid to join BRICS as the two countries decided to further strengthen their ties by promoting bilateral trade and cultural links. IMAGE: Prime......

MSP law cannot be done in a hurry, says agriculture minister

Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda on Tuesday said a law guaranteeing minimum support price (MSP) on crops cannot be brought in a hurry without consulting all stakeholders and urged the......

'US Is Only Arm-Twisting'

'There is nothing bilateral about this deal.' Photograph: Dado Ruvic/Reuters   India is seeking a binding commitment from the United States on pre-April 2 tariff levels for labour-intensive......

Of Trump's reciprocal tariffs and trade deals

US President Donald Trump's announcement on imposing reciprocal tariffs has created an uncertain trade environment between India and America, though the plan for a major trade deal could help......

Avoid Mini Trade Deal With US

The Budget has given signals that India is sensitive to US needs and willing to walk the extra mile, but if need be, we should respond in equal measure as a sovereign nation, notes Ajay Srivastava.......

12% safeguard duty imposed on certain steel products

India on Monday imposed a 12 per cent provisional safeguard duty for 200 days on five steel product categories, including hot rolled coils, sheets and plates, to protect domestic players from surge......