India is facing shock and dismay after the US imposed a surprise 25% tariff, with businesses and policymakers assessing the impact. Trump's remarks on India's trade barriers and alignment with Russia have sparked criticism and concern.

The 25 percent fee will apply to all goods from India, along with an extra import tax because of India's buying of Russian oil.

President Trump has announced new import tariffs on Indian goods, including a 25% duty, effective August 1, citing trade deficits and India's purchases from Russia. This move impacts the $186 billion India-US trade relationship,