The growing economic pressure from the US and NATO on India through taxes, digital trade policies, and sanctions — and how India is responding with diplomacy and self-reliance. India is no longer just a developing country — it’s a rising global power. But with that rise comes pressure from dominant players like the United States and NATO countries , who are reportedly using economic tools such as taxes, tariffs, and trade barriers to keep India aligned with Western interests. This pressure increased notably after India refused to condemn Russia during the Ukraine war and continued to buy oil from Moscow. As India strengthens its position in BRICS , pushes for rupee-based trade , and maintains a neutral global stance, America and NATO have responded with indirect economic retaliation . How America Is Pressuring India Tariffs & Trade Sanctions : The US reimposed tariffs on Indian steel and aluminum under Section 232. Source Digital Services Tax Dispute : India’s 2% tax o...