Trade war: US tariffs on India may hurt manufacturing, labour-intensive sectors; experts warn of wider economic impact

The recent hike in US tariffs on Indian imports could severely impact labour-intensive and manufacturing sectors in India, posing a risk to the country’s economic growth if the 50% duty continues, experts warned.They said the steep tariffs not only risk slowing exports and investment but also add pressure on the rupee, raising concerns for the…

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Donald Trump’s 25% additional tariff on India: What are ‘secondary tariffs’ and how do they differ from ‘secondary sanctions’? Explained

Donald Trump has declared the implementation of a ‘secondary tariff’ on Indian imports to the US. (AI image) US President Donald Trump has announced a secondary or additional tariff on India for its crude oil trade with Russia. During his second presidential term, Donald Trump has wielded tariffs extensively to achieve various objectives: from enhancing…

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Trade war: Trump plans 100% tariff on chips, semiconductors; claims ‘there’s no charge’ for companies building in US

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a steep 100% tariff on imported computer chips and semiconductors, a move that could lead to higher prices for electronics, cars, appliances, and other tech-driven products.Speaking at the Oval Office alongside Apple CEO Tim Cook, Trump said, “We’ll be putting a tariff of approximately 100% on chips and…

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Donald Trump’s 50% tariffs on India: What does it mean for the stock market & what should investors do? Explained

Trump tariff impact: Market experts caution that export-oriented stocks may face significant pressure, with uncertainty likely to continue for several months. (AI image) The stock markets are in a wait-and-watch mode over US President Donald Trump’s tariff moves on India. Trump on Wednesday announced a 25$ additional tariff rate on India for its crude oil…

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TCS salary hikes announced! Amidst plans to layoff 12,000 employees, TCS rolls out increments for 80% employees; check details

TCS CHRO Milind Lakkad and CHRO Designate K Sudeep confirmed that the salary adjustments would take effect from September 1. TCS salary hike: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, has announced salary hikes for approximately 80% of its staff members. The salary hikes will mainly cover the IT giant’s junior and mid-level…

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‘The only thing to stop America would be … ‘: Trump’s reciprocal tariffs take effect at midnight; billions to start flowing into US

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced that the reciprocal tariffs would take effect at midnight, targeting countries he said have exploited the United States for years.In a series of posts on Truth Social, Trump said the tariffs would bring in billions of dollars, while once again attacking the US judicial system, warning that only…

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Westermeier new head of Airbus India & S Asia

NEW DELHI: Airbus has appointed Jurgen Westermeier (53) as MD and president for India and South Asia, effective Sept 1, 2025. Jurgen, currently EVP & chief procurement officer at Airbus, will succeed Remi Maillard, who will become EVP engineering for commercial aircraft and head of technology. In his new role, Jurgen will lead Airbus’ business…

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