Congress has strongly criticised PM Modi, highlighting Trump's tariff threats due to India's Russian oil imports, questioning the value of their touted friendship. Jairam Ramesh referenced past events like 'Howdy Modi' and Trump's claims of brokering peace between India and Pakistan, suggesting a deterioration in US-India relations. He also pointed out challenges from China, America, and Pakistan.
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