Putin-Modi summit in India amid US trade pressure – latest updates

Two leaders are due to hold defence and trade talks on Friday, against the backdrop of the Ukraine war, which has seen the US hit India with tariffs over its continued purchases of Russian oilAnalysis: Putin and Modi to meet amid politically treacherous times for Russia and IndiaAccording to Indian officials involved in the preparation for the summit, the agenda includes talks on defence, energy and labor mobility, AP reports. While India has historically maintained deep ties with Russia, critics say Putin’s visit could strain relations with the European Union and the US and might jeopardise negotiations for major trade agreements with both that are seen as critical for India’s exports. US President Donald Trump raised tariffs on Indian goods to 50% in August, citing New Delhi’s discounted Russian oil. India has been the second biggest importer of Russian crude after China. India and the US set a target for the first tranche of a trade deal by autumn, but the deal hasn’t come throu...