India-US trade deal: Which goods might get cheaper?

India-US trade deal: Which goods might get cheaper?

India's trade agreement with the US is expected to make several imported and exported goods cheaper by lowering reciprocal tariffs. Tech hardware such as laptops, gadgets and consumer electronics, along with processed foods, packaged goods and household appliances, may see price benefits due to reduced import costs. Feb 3, 2026
Indian rupee trades over 1 pc higher after US trade deal

Indian rupee trades over 1 pc higher after US trade deal

The Indian rupee jumped over 1 per cent against the US dollar on Tuesday, trading around ₹90.29–₹90.40 after the India US trade deal was announced, reflecting strong investor optimism and renewed foreign inflows. The surge came after the US agreed to cut reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent, easing trade uncertainty and boosting sentiment in currency and equity markets. Feb 3, 2026
India-US trade deal to help stabilise rupee, boost FDI inflows: Report

India-US trade deal to help stabilise rupee, boost FDI inflows: Report

The India–US trade deal, which reduces US tariffs on Indian goods from 50% to 18%, is expected to stabilise the rupee, narrow India's current account deficit, and attract higher foreign direct investment (FDI). According to an Axis Securities report, the agreement is structurally positive for India's medium-term growth and external stability, particularly benefiting export-oriented sectors such as textiles, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, auto ancillaries, IT services, and select industrials. Feb 3, 2026
CMs welcome trade deal with US, hail boost to Make in India, global market access

CMs welcome trade deal with US, hail boost to Make in India, global market access

Chief Ministers and senior leaders across India welcomed the India–US trade deal that cuts US tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent, calling it a landmark step for boosting Make in India, manufacturing, MSMEs, exports and job creation. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath described it as a defining moment that will expand global market access for Indian products and reflect rising international confidence in India Feb 3, 2026
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Karnataka Congress crisis: Deputy CM Shivakumar denies rift, says Siddaramaiah and I stand together

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Congress President D.K. Shivakumar dismissed speculation of a leadership tussle with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, asserting that the two leaders stand united and continue to support each other. Responding to BJP leader R. Ashoka in the Assembly, Shivakumar said there is no crisis within the Congress government and that both leaders are committed to fulfilling the promises made to the people. He acknowledged that political ups and downs . Feb 3, 2026