India faces mounting trade tensions as it pushes for BRICS reforms while confronting aggressive U.S. tariff policies. External Affairs Minister Jaishankar highlighted record trade deficits with BRICS partners, including a $99.21 billion gap with China and a $59 billion deficit with Russia due to oil imports. Trump advisor Navarro warned India over high tariffs and alignment with adversaries, imposing a 50% U.S. tariff. Despite tensions, both sides acknowledge strategic importance, with Trump praising Modi as a "great prime minister" during recent trade talks.