Key Highlights
- US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick revealed that the trade deal did not proceed because Modi did not call Trump.
- There have been six rounds of negotiations regarding the India-US trade agreement.
- Lutnick emphasized the importance of direct communication in finalizing trade deals.
- The stalled negotiations come amid concerns over India's purchases of Russian oil.
- The situation marks a departure from earlier optimism in 2025 when Modi engaged with global leaders.
