Jairam Ramesh

'This can't be the father of all deals': Congress targets PM again as Trump announces India-US trade deal

Feb 03, 2026, 01:40 PM IST

Jairam Ramesh, the Congress' communications in-charge, also claimed that Trump has repeatedly made major India-linked announcements from Washington, and suggested that the US President appears to have leverage over Prime Minister Modi

'Not just a trade deal': India-US trade pact hailed as a historic turning point

Feb 03, 2026, 07:58 AM IST

The tariff reset also gives India a clear edge over several export competitors in the region, with lower rates than Indonesia, Bangladesh and Vietnam, and significantly lower tariffs than China and Pakistan

'Growing mindset in US that white-collar jobs shouldn't be lost to India': Jairam Ramesh on HIRE Act

Nov 04, 2025, 03:08 PM IST

If passed, the Bill could lead to job losses in India’s IT sector and affect the Indian economy at large, Ramesh warned.

'Quad cannot proceed while Trump targets India': Ex-foreign secretary hits out at Congress

Nov 04, 2025, 12:54 PM IST

On Monday, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the absence of a trade deal and the cancellation of the Quad Summit, which was supposed to be held in New Delhi.

Trump Hints At India–US Trade Pact | Praises PM Modi, Mixes Diplomacy With Drama

Oct 30, 2025, 01:25 PM IST

At the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation CEO Summit in Busan, U.S. President Donald Trump dropped a major hint about an upcoming India–US trade deal, calling it “closer than ever.” In true Trump style, the speech swung from praise to provocation — lauding Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “a killer negotiator” and reviving his controversial claim of brokering peace between India and Pakistan after Operation Sindoor. The remarks triggered political debate in India, with Congress leader Jairam Ramesh questioning the PM’s silence and alleging U.S. pressure on trade talks. As Trump’s Asia tour unfolds, India watches carefully — determined to secure a deal that protects its national interests.

No Handshake, No Meeting: PM Modi Skips ASEAN Summit In Kuala Lumpur Amid Trade Tensions

Oct 24, 2025, 01:19 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will skip the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur later this week — choosing to attend virtually instead. The decision comes amid mounting trade tensions with the United States, as President Donald Trump recently imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods, the highest on any country. Trump had hinted on Truth Social that he was “looking forward to meeting Modi,” sparking hopes of a bilateral on the sidelines. But that meeting is now off the table. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will represent India at the 20th East Asia Summit on October 27. The Opposition seized the moment — Congress leader Jairam Ramesh claimed the PM was “avoiding Trump,” taking a filmy swipe saying “Bachke rehna re baba.” Meanwhile, Indo-US trade talks continue, but ties have clearly hit a rough patch — from tariffs and oil imports to Ukraine and Russia sanctions. For now, there’ll be no handshake, no headline moment — just diplomacy, at a distance.

PM Modi to attend ASEAN-India Summit virtually; Congress claims he is avoiding Trump

Oct 23, 2025, 11:22 AM IST

Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said PM Modi is posting congratulatory messages to Trump but is avoiding a meeting with him.

‘Wait for a true GST 2.0 continues’: Jairam Ramesh, Chidambaram say GST rationalisation has come too late

Sep 04, 2025, 10:17 AM IST

GST changes: Jairam Ramesh asked if it was the “sluggish growth”, the “rising household debt”, “falling household savings”, the upcoming elections in Bihar”, “Trump and his tariffs” or a combination of all these factors that led the government to make the changes to GST.

'Bring reservation in private educational institutions': Congress says it's impossible to ignore demand of SC, ST and OBCs

Aug 20, 2025, 05:00 PM IST

This move aligns with the Congress's commitment in their 2024 Lok Sabha election manifesto to enforce Article 15(5) of the Indian Constitution. Article 15(5) was inserted by the 93rd Amendment in 2006 under Manmohan Singh's government.

‘US doesn’t even have an ambassador in India’: Jairam Ramesh on Asim Munir’s second visit to Washington

Aug 08, 2025, 09:56 AM IST

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir is set to visit the US this week for high-level consultations with top American officials, marking his second visit to Washington since the conflict between India and Pakistan.

'Entire nation suffers from...': Congress attacks Modi govt as Donald Trump imposes 25% tariffs plus penalty on India

Jul 30, 2025, 06:49 PM IST

Trump cited India's continued defence and energy ties with Russia as the reason for imposing the tariffs, which will come into effect from August 1.