Sat Mar 08 08:55:55 UTC 2025: ## Congress Demands Transparency on India-US Tariff Deal After Trump’s Claims
**New Delhi, March 8, 2025** – The Indian National Congress is demanding Prime Minister Narendra Modi clarify India’s alleged agreement to significantly reduce tariffs on US goods, following claims made by US President Donald Trump. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh questioned whether this agreement compromises the interests of Indian farmers and manufacturers.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Ramesh shared a video of President Trump asserting that India has agreed to drastically cut tariffs, claiming India charges the US “massive tariffs” making it difficult to sell products in the Indian market. Ramesh called for Prime Minister Modi to address Parliament on the matter when it reconvenes on March 10th.
President Trump’s statement follows his ongoing trade disputes with various countries. The timing coincides with Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal’s visit to Washington D.C. for trade negotiations with the US. The Congress party’s demand highlights growing concerns about the potential impact of any tariff reduction on the Indian economy.
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