The US imposition of a 50% tariff on India puts the country in a difficult position, caught between its energy ties with Russia and its dependence on American technology.
India's AI boom hides dependency risks under Trump deregulation
India stands to benefit from eased US restrictions on AI chip exports, boosting short-term growth. However, analysts warn it may deepen long-term reliance on US tech firms. To avoid repeating pre-2020 dependency patterns, India must balance foreign partnerships with aggressive development of domestic AI infrastructure and semiconductor capabilities.
Trump doubles India tariff to 50% to punish Russian oil buying
US President Donald Trump imposed an additional 25% tariff on Indian goods over its ongoing purchases of Russian energy, escalating a fight with a key Asian partner on the eve of his broad-based duties taking effect.
VinFast launches production in India with US$500 million Tamil Nadu plant
Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast has officially commenced production at its new manufacturing facility in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. The US$500 million plant represents the first phase of a larger US$2 billion investment in India, with plans to establish the site as a strategic hub for both domestic sales and regional exports.
India highlights semiconductor potential ahead of Semicon India 2025
Ahead of the fourth edition of Semicon India, set to be held from September 2-4, 2025, in New Delhi, the Indian Government has released a press statement reaffirming its commitment to building a world-class semiconductor ecosystem. The release underscores India's growing role in the global chip supply chain, driven by demand for AI, smart devices, and digital infrastructure.
LG Electronics reportedly revives India IPO plan with scaled-down valuation amid market uncertainty
LG Electronics is reportedly preparing to revive the initial public offering (IPO) of its Indian subsidiary, months after shelving the plan due to market volatility. According to South Korean Financial News, the company has resumed discussions with local investment banks, but the scale of the offering has been significantly reduced.
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