Why Donald Trump shouldn’t see India’s ties with China & Russia as anti-America | Point Blank

Prime Minister Modi’s recent China visit and evolving India-US relations spark global debate as President Trump imposes steep tariffs on Indian imports in response to India’s Russian oil purchases, citing these penalties as action against Russia. In this episode of Hindustan Times Point Blank, Executive Editor Shishir Gupta dissects the transactional nature of the current Indo-US ties, India’s approach to China, shifting alliances, Quad’s future, and Trump’s controversial statements. The discussion highlights complexities in modern geopolitics, why India remains pragmatic, and how actions—like tariffs and summit diplomacy—are shaping trade, security, and strategy across Asia.