US tariffs: India readies steps to protect exporters; domestic demand push in focus, says economic affairs secretary

In response to the US tariff hike, the government is preparing measures to protect industries and workers, focusing on employment-heavy sectors. Economic Affairs Secretary Anuradha Thakur expressed confidence in achieving the fiscal deficit target, citing strong macroeconomic fundamentals, robust capex, and broad-based economic expansion reflected in the 7.8% growth in the April-June quarter. https://ift.tt/qlFV8if