Archive · 2 Aug 2025
India This Week: Tariffs, Terrorism, and Space
This week saw a mix of news.
The US put tariffs on goods from India and hinted at penalties for buying Russian oil, causing economic concerns.
Meanwhile, Indian forces killed terrorists behind a past attack.
A new satellite, made with US help, was launched to study Earth.
Finally, a court case from 2008 ended with all accused being found not guilty.
It was a busy week with happenings across trade, crime, science and law.
The US imposed a 25% tariff on Indian imports, prompting concerns about economic impact.
Trump threatened India with a penalty for buying Russian crude oil amidst the Ukraine war.
Three terrorists involved in the Pahalgam attack were killed in Operation Mahadev, confirmed by the Home Minister.
The Nisar Earth-observation satellite, jointly developed by India and the US, was launched.
All seven accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, including Pragya Singh Thakur, were acquitted.
- Who
- Involved parties include India, the US, terrorists, and the accused in the Malegaon blast case.
- What
- Multiple significant events including trade disputes, counter-terrorism operations, a satellite launch, and a court verdict.
- When
- This week.
- Where
- India and the US.
- Why
- The events stem from trade disagreements, international conflicts, and legal proceedings.
US Perspective
India Perspective
Trade Disputes
US Perspective
US imposed tariffs on Indian imports.
India Perspective
India's high tariffs hurt Americans.
- Tariff Rate
- 25%
- Pahalgam Attack Mastermind
- Hashim Musa
- Nisar Launch Site
- Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota
- Nisar Orbit
- 747 km sun-synchronous polar orbit
- Malegaon Blast Case Verdict
- All accused acquitted