Trump’s Envoy to Modi: No Russia Oil, Tariff Deal on US Terms, Break from China | Modi | Trump

Chandra Naga Malaya, an Indian-origin man from Karnataka and a motel manager in Dallas, was brutally murdered over a broken washing machine dispute. CCTV footage reportedly shows he was kicked and then beheaded, while his wife and teenage son were forced to witness the attack. The alleged perpetrator is reported to be an illegal migrant in the U.S. This incident has shocked communities but has received limited coverage in mainstream American media.

Meanwhile, India–U.S. relations face significant tensions over the purchase of Russian oil. During his confirmation hearing as the U.S. envoy to India and South/Central Asia, Sergio Gore emphasized the Trump administration’s expectation that India halt Russian oil imports. India, however, maintains that its oil purchases are commercially driven and not political.

Veteran diplomat Ambassador Dip SA highlighted that Gore’s mandate signals clear “pulls and pressures” from the U.S., particularly regarding Russia and China. Professor Raja Moan noted India retains some flexibility, as purchases are commercially motivated and not yet a political decision, though public scrutiny complicates the matter.

Donald Trump’s pick for US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, has laid down a tough line for New Delhi. From warning India to cut its oil ties with Moscow, to pushing for a tariff deal on Washington’s terms, Gor made it clear that the US wants India firmly in its camp and far from China’s orbit. He also flagged India’s vast middle-class market as a prize America wants to tap.

The discussion also explored the broader implications of U.S.–India relations, including the balance of power in Asia, engagement with China, and regional diplomacy. The envoy’s dual role overseeing South and Central Asia may raise concerns in countries like Pakistan and Bangladesh, though India’s growing economic and military influence strengthens its negotiating position.

Overall, experts suggest India must carefully navigate between U.S., Russia, and China interests, balancing trade, security, and geopolitical considerations while safeguarding national interests.