<h1>US Imposes 50% Tariffs on Indian Imports Over Russian Oil Purchases Under Section 301</h1> The United States imposed additional tariffs on imports from India as a penalty for India's continued purchase of Russian oil, raising duties to 50% effective August 27. The US President claimed these tariffs influenced Russia to seek talks with the US, citing the loss of India as Russia's second-largest oil customer. India denied halting oil imports from Russia, stating purchases are based on economic factors, with the largest Indian oil firm confirming no pause in Russian oil procurement. The Indian government condemned the US tariffs as unjustified and emphasized its right to protect national interests and economic security. The US administration linked India's Russian oil purchases to fueling conflict, while India maintained its stance on continuing trade based on market considerations.