<h1>India Firmly Rejects US Duty Concessions on Agriculture and Dairy in Trade Talks Under Section 28</h1> The Indian government, represented by the Prime Minister, has firmly opposed US demands for duty concessions on agricultural and dairy products in ongoing bilateral trade agreement negotiations. The US has imposed increased tariffs on Indian goods, escalating from 25% to 50%, affecting exports in sectors such as textiles, leather, and jewelry. India maintains it will not compromise on protecting the interests of its farmers, fishermen, and livestock rearers, rejecting US requests for reduced tariffs on products like corn, soybeans, and dairy. Despite five rounds of talks and plans to conclude the first phase of the agreement by fall 2025, uncertainty remains due to unresolved tariff disputes. Both countries aim to double bilateral trade by 2030, but the US has linked trade talks to tariff resolution. India continues to engage diplomatically while emphasizing mutual respect and shared interests in the trade relationship.