Modi-Trump Diwali Talks: US to Cut Tariffs on Indian Goods

23 October, 2025, 06:30 pm

Last modified: 23 October, 2025, 06:30 pm

Modi-Trump Diwali Talks: US to Cut Tariffs on Indian Goods

23 October, 2025, 06:30 pm

Last modified: 23 October, 2025, 06:30 pm

The diplomatic arena of Delhi and Washington was once again bustling with activity with a phone call on the night of Diwali. In the early hours of October 22, Indian time, US President Donald Trump called Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Along with exchanging greetings, the two countries' trade relations and India's energy imports from Russia came under discussion.

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