Inside Trump-Modi call on trade: US to slash tariffs to 18%, while India stays silent on crude oil

A surprise Trump–Modi phone call has triggered fresh debate over India–U.S. trade ties. Donald Trump claims tariffs were slashed, Russian oil purchases will end, and a massive “Buy American” push is coming. India welcomed lower duties, but stayed silent on cutting Russian crude. As Washington talks tough on trade and energy, New Delhi is also deepening ties elsewhere, including a major EU deal.