In a significant development with potential global trade implications, the United States Supreme Court on Friday struck down a major portion of former President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff framework. The court ruled that the law used by the administration to justify many of the import duties does not grant the president unilateral authority to impose tariffs, a decision that could indirectly affect key trading partners, including India. Delivering a 6–3 majority opinion, Chief Justice

India on Thursday participated as an observer in the inaugural meeting of United States President Donald Trump’s newly formed Board of Peace initiative focused on the Gaza Strip. According to the official list of participants, India was represented by Namgya Khampa, Chargé d’Affaires at the Indian embassy in Washington, DC. Government sources indicated that New Delhi has not formally joined the Board of Peace and is currently maintaining an observer position as it closely tracks development