The US Senate has approved tariffs on India, targeting the country's continued purchases of Russian oil. The measure is a direct response to New Delhi's growing energy ties with Moscow, which have persisted despite Western efforts to curb Russia's oil revenue.
Why the Senate acted
The Senate voted to impose the tariffs after India increased its imports of Russian crude over the past year. Lawmakers cited the need to penalize countries that help sustain Russia's energy sector. The exact vote tally was not immediately released.
What the tariffs cover
The legislation does not specify the exact tariff rates or the list of Indian goods that would be affected. Those details are expected to be worked out as the bill moves through the legislative process. The tariffs are intended to raise the cost of Indian products entering the US market.
Next steps in Congress
The bill now heads to the House of Representatives, where it faces an uncertain path. If the House passes a similar version, the legislation would go to the president for signature. No timeline has been set for House action.
India's government has not yet commented on the Senate vote. The move adds a new layer of complexity to US-India trade relations, which have been marked by both cooperation and disputes in recent years.
