POLITICS

Bihar poll announcement likely after Oct 6

If sources are to be believed the ECI may announce the long awaited Bihar assembly poll dates after the Dusshera-most probably after October 6. The term of present Assembly comes to an end after November 20.

Current round of India-US Trade Talks, can lead to a good news

A fresh round of India-US trade talks is on the horizon, with Rajesh Agarwal, India’s chief trade negotiator, set to lead the delegation to Washington. Sources suggest that the discussions could result in a significant easing of tariffs imposed on Indian goods. While the contours of the deal remain under wraps, speculation points to the possibility of either a quantitative cap or qualitative curb on existing duties. Another area closely watched is the service sector, which may see some form of exemption in these negotiations. Insiders believe that the mood surrounding the talks is positive, with both sides eyeing a potential breakthrough. If successful, this would mark a major boost for India’s trade relations with the US. The outcome of these negotiations is likely to set the tone for bilateral economic ties in the coming months.Will it lead to reduced Tariffs, or exemption of service sector is to be seen but a positive news is bound to come.
 

India has made it clear that it will not issue a condemnation statement against Israel, despite EU pressures

India is expected to resist Europe’s push for a leader-specific denunciation over Gaza and maintain its calibrated line of supporting a two-state solution, ceasefire, hostages’ release, and humanitarian access without naming or condemning Israel or Prime Minister Netanyahu, as reflected in recent parliamentary replies and UN statements. New Delhi’s official responses reiterate backing for Palestinian UN membership and a negotiated two-state outcome while balancing Israel’s security concerns, indicating principle without EU-style censure. Analyses of India’s recent abstention and distancing from sharply critical multilateral texts underscore a consistent reluctance to adopt language calling out Israeli aggression. Concurrent economic and strategic engagement, including high-level visits and agreements, reinforces the expectation that India will not issue the Europe-backed condemnation it is being pressed to adopt.

Tariffs on India to ease?

US Trade team visiting India tonight for Trade negotiations that will happen tomorrow in New Delhi. US Trade negotiator Brendan Lynch arrives in India. It is expected that Tariffs will be eased on India to give the negotiations a head start Talks were earlier postponed after 50% Tariffs imposed on India.