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President Trump said the U.S. and India were negotiating on trade.

That’s despite new tariffs slated to begin in a few days. India’s government says it’s studying the implications of Mr. Trump’s announcement he’ll impose a 25% tariff on goods from India, plus an additional import tax, starting Friday, because of its purchasing of Russian oil. India’s Trade Ministry says it remains committed to negotiating a “fair, balanced and mutually beneficial” bilateral trade agreement.

Associated Press - July 30, 2025, 2:34 p.m. ET

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