‘India committed,’ says White House as Jaishankar meets US officials on trade deal

The US and India have announced a new trade agreement to boost bilateral economic ties. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that India has committed to stop purchasing Russian oil and increase energy imports from the US, along with a $500 billion investment across key sectors. However, India hasn't officially confirmed these specifics.External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met senior US officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, to discuss strengthening economic cooperation. The US State Department said both sides welcomed the trade deal and reaffirmed their commitment to expanding cooperation through the Quad, although key details and concessions remain undisclosed.