India-US trade talks underway as semiconductor and AI partnership gains pace

India-US trade talks underway as semiconductor and AI partnership gains pace

The talks come after changes in the US tariff regime prompted a review of the framework agreed upon earlier this year. India has proposed lowering tariffs on several American products and plans to significantly increase imports of US goods, including energy, aircraft, technology products and critical raw materials. Jun 1, 2026
West Asia tensions halt Kerala's fruit, vegetable exports, Ramzan market impacted

West Asia tensions halt Kerala's fruit, vegetable exports, Ramzan market impacted

Tensions in West Asia have severely disrupted Kerala's export of fruits, vegetables and fish, bringing shipments almost to a halt. Exporters report losses worth several crores as both air and sea cargo routes remain affected, with flight services to many Gulf destinations suspended and exports from Kerala's airports stalled. Mar 5, 2026