18% Tariff Deal: What India Gains, What Remains Unclear

India and the United States have announced a breakthrough trade agreement, with US President Donald Trump confirming a reduction in tariffs on Indian goods to 18%, offering major relief to Indian exporters. Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the move, calling it a step towards deeper cooperation between the world's largest economies. While the deal signals a reset in bilateral ties and a boost to the strategic partnership, key details remain unclear-especially on India's future imports of Russian oil, market access for US goods, and non-tariff barriers.