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India-US trade deal framework: Why the numbers involved tell a different story than the political noise

Dhruv Mishra - 13 February, 2026

If the current interim trade framework progresses toward a broader bilateral agreement, it suggests that the surplus could exceed $90 billion annually if export expansion materialises alongside increased imports.

Bharat Bandh today: SKM calls nationwide strike against India-US trade deal over misleading claims; transport and banking services likely hit

OpIndia Staff - 12 February, 2026

Emergency services are expected to function normally, but schools, markets and public transport may face disruption in several states. The Centre maintains that only an interim framework exists and no final Free Trade Agreement has been signed.

News Reports

From Nehru’s intelligence blind spots to Indira Gandhi’s CIA-linked meddling: Read Congress’ history of selling national interests for personal gains

Amit Kelkar - 11 February, 2026

From Nehru’s intelligence blind spots to Tashkent and the release of 93,000 Pakistani POWs, Congress has a long history of squandering India’s hard-won strategic leverage, and has no moral standing to accuse others of “selling” the nation.

News Reports

Apples, alarmism and half-truths: How media coverage is warping public perception of the India–US Trade Deal

Shraddha Pandey - 10 February, 2026

Under the India-US trade agreement, the Indian government has reduced import duty on US apples from 50% to 25%, coupled with a Minimum Import Price (MIP) of Rs 75 to 80 per kg. This move effectively prevents very cheap and apples from flooding Indian markets and harming the business of local growers, as the landed cost would be around Rs 100 per kg or more after duty.

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