My Viewpoint

In the turbulent theatre of global geopolitics, the United States under President Donald Trump’s second term has once again confirmed an uncomfortable truth: Washington is an unreliable partner for India. Behind the rhetoric of “democracy,” “fairness,” and “partnership” lies a cold, transactional calculus—one that prioritises short-term American gains over the stability and security of even its closest allies. Trump’s America First agenda is not merely a nationalist slogan—it is a doctrine that trades strategic depth for quick wins. From punitive economic measures that hurt Indian workers to quiet alignments with Pakistan and Bangladesh—both of which are increasingly hostile to India—the pattern is unmistakable. These actions expose the hollowness of U.S. claims that India is a “strategic partner,” revealing them as diplomatic falsehoods. Washington’s conduct speaks louder than its words, and the picture it paints is one of duplicity. Economic Hostility: Tariffs, Visas, and Strateg...

The United States is quick to point fingers, but it’s got a lot to answer for itself. Recently, former President Donald Trump went after India, accusing it of fueling Russia’s war in Ukraine by buying its oil and hitting India with a 25% tariff on goods as punishment. His aide Stephen Miller backed him up, calling India’s energy deals with Russia “unacceptable” and blaming them for Ukrainian deaths. This paints India as the bad guy in a war it didn’t start, conveniently ignoring how America’s own moves sparked the Russia-Ukraine conflict and pushed India toward Russia decades ago. It’s time to hold a mirror to the USA’s double standards—from Cold War betrayals to today’s bullying—and show why India’s choices, like the bold Sethusamudram project, are about standing firm, not causing trouble. Trump’s Attack: Pinning Ukraine’s Pain on India  On July 30, 2025, Trump took to Truth Social, blasting India for its “way-too-high” tariffs and its growing purchases of Russian oil, which he sa...

Hey there! You might’ve heard some bold claims lately, like former President Donald Trump calling India’s economy “dead” and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi jumping in to agree. Let’s cut through the noise, look at what’s really going on with India’s economy in simple terms, and address why Gandhi’s anti-India rhetoric is a problem. India’s Economy: Alive and Thriving Let’s get one thing straight: India’s economy is not dead. Far from it! India’s GDP is growing at a solid 6.4% a year, according to the International Monetary Fund, making it the fastest-growing major economy. With a GDP of $4.19 trillion, India is the world’s fourth-largest economy and is on track to hit $7.3 trillion by 2030. That’s the kind of momentum that screams growth, not collapse. India’s got some impressive wins. Exports are booming at $800 billion, and foreign investors are pouring money in. The digital economy is a global superstar—India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) handles over 640 million transactions...