On July 31, 2025, US President Donald Trump ignited controversy by labelling India’s economy “dead” and simultaneously announcing a sweeping 25% tariff on all Indian exports to the United States, accompanied by an unspecified penalty for India’s ongoing trade with Russia. In an era dominated by complex geopolitical alliances and economic competition, India’s sharp rebuttal and its stunning economic growth have taken centre stage in global headlines . India’s Remarkable Growth Story Despite Trump’s remarks, major economic institutions unanimously recognize India as the fastest-growing major world economy in 2025. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised India’s growth forecast upwards to 6.4% for both 2025 and 2026, citing robust fundamentals and optimism about its trajectory . The Reserve Bank of India projects similar figures, reinforced by strong domestic demand, rising private investment, and high public spending, factors that have helped India surge past the so-called “...
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