According to a report by the British newspaper Financial Times, relations between the United States and India have deteriorated significantly during President Donald Trump’s second term. The growing coldness has directly affected India’s economy, foreign policy, and major business groups.
The report states that India’s Hindutva-driven domestic policies and inconsistent foreign strategy have weakened trust in Washington. As a result, powerful Indian billionaires failed to gain legal and commercial leverage in the US despite spending millions of dollars on lobbying efforts.
Financial Times highlights that cases against business tycoon Gautam Adani demonstrate that personal connections and lobbying cannot influence the US legal system. Regional tensions, including rising India–Pakistan friction, have further deepened American doubts about India’s reliability as a strategic partner.
During tariff disputes, communication between Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi remained minimal. Meanwhile, the US strengthened engagement with Pakistan, which experts describe as a major diplomatic setback for India.
Analysts warn that continued policy divergence may expose India to economic pressure, including higher tariffs and legal challenges. India’s purchase of Russian oil and refinery profits by major groups like Mukesh Ambani have also contributed to US displeasure.
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