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Modi Snubs Trump Calls Amid Rising Trade Tensions
8/26/2025
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- Indian Prime Minister Modi declined four calls from US President Trump, escalating tensions between them.
- Modi is frustrated with Trump's trade policies and negative comments about India's economy.
- India canceled a US delegation visit, indicating a reluctance to engage in Trump's controversies.
- Trump's proposed 50% tariffs may lower India's economic growth from 6.5% to 5.5%.
- Modi refutes Trump's assertion of facilitating a ceasefire with Pakistan, crediting mutual dialogue instead.
