Rahul Gandhi criticized US President Trump’s increased tariffs on India as “economic blackmail” to force an unfair trade deal. He alleged PM Modi’s silence on the issue stems from a US investigation into Adani and potential exposure of financial links. India defended its right to pursue energy policies based on national interest amidst the tariff threats.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said the US is importing uranium and palladium from Russia, and have given China, which imports “far more” Russian oil, a 90-day break

Trump announced a fresh 25% tariff on Indian goods, citing New Delhi’s ongoing purchase of Russian oil, taking the total amount of tariffs on Indian imports to 50%.