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MASSIVE! Russia stands by India as Trump’s tariff storm hits India by 50%. Russia gifts many opportunities to India in this difficult situation.
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Friends, what many feared has now become reality. President Donald Trump has gone ahead with his threat—effective tomorrow, Indian exports to the United States will face a massive 50% tariff wall. For many, this looks like an attempt to squeeze India into submission. But in this storm, one old and reliable partner has stepped forward with open arms—Russia.
Within hours of Washington’s notice, Moscow announced two major steps:

1. Uninterrupted Oil Flow: Russia assured India that crude oil supplies will not stop under any circumstances. To make this possible, Moscow unveiled a special payment mechanism and a dedicated logistics system, ensuring oil shipments continue smoothly despite U.S. sanctions and trade barriers.

2. Market Access for Indian Goods: Russia confirmed that it has officially opened its domestic markets for Indian exports. What was once only talk has now become reality. Sectors such as automobiles, electronics, IT products, pharmaceuticals, machinery, and consumer goods have all been given access to the Russian market.

This announcement came right after India temporarily suspended postal services to the U.S. on August 24, citing confusion over new American customs rules. That very night, Moscow turned the crisis into an opportunity, offering Indian businesses an alternative gateway.
The New Payment Architecture

The India–Russia partnership is now moving beyond words to concrete systems:

Rupee–Ruble Trade: The existing mechanism has been streamlined. The Reserve Bank of India recently issued a circular allowing Russian entities to open Special Rupee Vostro Accounts without RBI approval—cutting red tape and directly facilitating non-dollar trade.

Discounted Oil: Russia has added another 5–7% discount on already cheaper crude, making it irresistible for India. This ensures India can continue buying energy at the lowest global rates, bypassing U.S. pressure.

Barter & Multi-Currency Settlement: Russia has agreed to accept payments not just in rupees or rubles, but also in UAE Dirhams, Chinese Yuan, and even through barter trade. For example, India can export pharmaceuticals, machinery, or consu mer products instead of paying in dollars.

Logistics Support: Russia pledged to handle the shipping challenges, leveraging its massive fleet that has so far resisted global restrictions.
The Geopolitical Message

These steps are not just about oil or trade—they are about geopolitical signaling. India has made its posture clear:

🔹Strategic Autonomy: New Delhi will not bow to U.S. pressure. India will build partnerships where it finds value, not where it is forced.
🔹Trust in Russia: Moscow has long been a reliable partner, especially in energy security. India cannot afford to isolate such a friend.
🔹De-dollarization Move: By bypassing the U.S. dollar, India is reducing its vulnerability to American financial dominance. This diversification protects India against future economic blackmail.
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi said earlier today, there will be “no compromise” on India’s interests. If tariffs must come, so be it. India will continue to buy oil from the best available source—and today, that source is Russia.
The Road Ahead

What happens next will be shaped by how Washington reacts and how India leverages Moscow’s support. But one thing is clear: Russia has stepped in at the right time, transforming a challenge into an opportunity.

India now has new markets, cheaper oil, flexible payment systems, and a partner willing to defy U.S. pressure. This is more than trade—it is a strategic counterbalance to America’s tariff games.

The coming weeks will reveal how this new axis of cooperation evolves. For now, India has sent a strong message to the world: it will not be bullied, and it will not stand alone

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Aug 25
August 24, 2025 – The Day India Shook America, India suspends international postal services to the United States.
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On August 24, 2025, history was written in bold letters. On this day, India made a move that rattled the very foundations of American trade policy. Without prior warning, India suspended almost all INTERNATIONAL POSTAL SERVICES TO THE UNITED STATES.
From now on, no large parcels, merchandise, or commercial shipments will leave India for America. Only two exceptions remain: personal letters/documents and gift items worth up to $100. Everything else has been stopped cold.

This is not a technical glitch. This is India’s message to Washington: “You tried to impose tariffs on us. We are shutting down your supply lines instead.”
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Aug 25
Turkey and Azerbaijan helped Pakistan during the operation sindoor. What common Indians did to them will blow up your mind.
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Ordinary Indian citizens have shown that when united, they can change global markets. The boycott of Azerbaijan and Turkey—launched after these countries supported Pakistan and displayed distorted maps of India—has had a massive impact.
Tourism Collapse:

Azerbaijan saw a 66% drop in Indian tourist arrivals. In June 2024, over 28,000 Indians visited; in June 2025, only 9,934 did.

Turkey witnessed a 37–50% decline, with Indian arrivals falling from 38,000 in June 2024 to 24,000 in June 2025.
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Huge push to make in India initiative, India’s Big Leap in Shipbuilding, A ₹70,000 Crore Push Towards Maritime Self-Reliance.
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For years, one major question kept coming up, when will India finally take a bold step towards indigenous shipbuilding? THE WAIT SEEMS TO BE OVER.

Starting early 2025, the Government of India is preparing to launch a grand ₹70,000 crore scheme focused on shipbuilding, ship repair, and port infrastructure upgradation. This move could transform India’s maritime landscape, reduce dependence on Western shipping giants, and push the nation closer towards becoming an export powerhouse.
Why This Step Matters?

Today, India stands at the threshold of becoming a global export hub. Already, exports form nearly 21% of India’s GDP, higher in percentage terms than even China, which sits at 19%. Yet, despite this strong export potential, India lacks a single major container shipping company in the world’s top 10 list. This absence creates vulnerabilities.
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Massive! India Joins the Elite Club with Its First Indigenous Combat Drone – ‘KAAL BHAIRAV’
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In what can only be described as a breakthrough moment for India’s defense and aerospace sector, Bengaluru-based startup Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace (FWDA) has successfully unveiled the country’s first indigenous long-endurance combat drone – Kaal Bhairav.
This development, confirmed by multiple leading news outlets including The Economic Times, is not just a technological milestone but a strategic leap forward for India. For decades, India has relied on imported drones for surveillance and limited combat roles. Now, with the emergence of Kaal Bhairav, India proudly joins an elite club of just five nations worldwide capable of indigenously designing and manufacturing combat drones. Until now, this list included the United States, Israel, China, and Turkey.
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Aug 23
Trump Imposed 25% tarriffs and 25% panelity or extra tariff on India however it took only 3 steps from India to counter it.
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The so-called “world’s greatest power,” the United States, has just tried to strong-arm India. Washington declared that if New Delhi refuses to toe its line, then from 27th August, the U.S. will impose a 50% tariff—doubling the cost of Indian goods in the American market.

But here’s the real story: India did not bow down. Instead, New Delhi responded with confidence, announcing three bold counter-moves that not only safeguard its economy but also send a loud message to Washington—India is no longer a country that bends under pressure.

So, what are these three steps?
1. Reviving the Russia-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA)

India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, recently visited Moscow and made a significant announcement: negotiations for an India-Russia FTA, stalled for years, are now back on the fast track.

This is no ordinary deal. Russia leads the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), which includes Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan. A trade pact with this bloc would give Indian exporters direct access to a massive market—offering a real counter to U.S. tariffs.

For example, India’s pharmaceutical exports—40% of which currently go to America—face the risk of U.S. tariff hikes. But with an FTA in Eurasia, Indian pharma, engineering goods, and textiles would find new, tariff-free buyers.

Put simply, where the U.S. is shutting doors, India is opening bigger ones with Russia and its allies.
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As anticipated, the India–U.S. trade talks have hit a dead end. Despite five rounds of negotiations, the sixth round was abruptly canceled—leaving the much-anticipated interim trade deal hanging in the balance. Reports now confirm that talks are “on pause,” and the American trade delegation’s scheduled visit to Delhi has also been scrapped.
The question everyone is asking: why did a deal so close to the finish line suddenly collapse?

The Soybean Flashpoint

At the heart of the dispute lies one issue, American genetically modified (GM) soybeans. The U.S. insisted on opening the Indian market for its soybeans, corn, ethanol, and dairy products. But India drew a hard red line, making it clear that its agriculture and farmers would not be sacrificed at the altar of trade concessions.
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