India expects consumption tax cuts announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi will give a boost to the economy without hurting the government’s fiscal deficit, helping to offset the fallout from higher US tariffs.

NDA's CP Radhakrishnan filed his Vice-Presidential nomination, backed by PM Modi and top NDA leaders, showcasing alliance unity.

During his Friday speech, Modi also hinted India would continue its unilateral suspension of the Indus Water Treaty. The treaty, which India suspended after the April massacre, allows sharing of the Indus River that runs about 2,897 kilometers (1,800 miles) through South Asia and is a lifeline for both countries.

NDA candidate for Vice President post, C.P. Radhakrishnan files his nomination in the presence of PM Narendra Modi.

PM Modi appealed for a unanimous VP election but the Opposition nominated B Sudarshan Reddy. NDA candidate CP Radhakrishnan was introduced, with Modi highlighting his integrity. Modi also criticized Nehru's handling of the Indus Waters Treaty and border disputes.

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NDA candidate C P Radhakrishnan on Wednesday filed his nomination papers for the vice presidential election in the presence of Prime Minister Narendr

On August 18, PM Narendra Modi said he had held a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin and looked forward to continued exchanges in the days to come. "Thank my friend, President Putin, for his phone call and for sharing insights on his recent meeting with President Trump in Alaska,

Businesses and political pundits nonetheless praised tax cuts, saying they will bolster his image in his trade fight with Washington.