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'Attempt to blackmail India': Rahul Gandhi on Trump's extra 25% tariff; targets PM Modi

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 6 August 2025 ()
Rahul Gandhi criticized US President Trump's increased tariffs on India as "economic blackmail" to force an unfair trade deal. He alleged PM Modi's silence on the issue stems from a US investigation into Adani and potential exposure of financial links. India defended its right to pursue energy policies based on national interest amidst the tariff threats.
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