Rajnandgaon. As part of the anti-Naxal operation being carried out in Naxal-affected areas, 11 Naxals, including CCM member Ramdher Majji, active in Khairagarh district, surrendered with their weapons on the intervening night of Sunday and Monday. Six women Naxals were also among those who surrendered.
This mass surrender took place between 2 and 3 am on the intervening night of December 7-8 in Bakarkatta police station area of ​​Khairagarh district. All the Naxals surrendered with their weapons before the police and security forces. The formal process of surrender was completed in Kumhi village this morning. 

The most prominent among those who surrendered was CCM Ramdher Majji, who had a bounty of ₹1 crore (approximately $10 million USD). Ramdher Majji had long been a member of the top leadership of the Naxalite organization and had been implicated in several serious Naxalite incidents. Among those who surrendered were CCM, DVCM, ACM, and PM-level Naxalites. Following the surrender of CC member Ramdher Majji, it is believed that the Naxalite MMC zone has virtually been eliminated.
Surrendered Naxalites and Weapons Recovered
: Ramdher Majji - CCM - AK47
Chandu Usendi - DVCM - 30 Carbon
Lalita - DVCM - None
Janaki -
DVCM - INSAS Prem - DVCM - AK47
Ramsingh Dada - ACM - 303
Sukesh Pottam - ACM - AK47
Lakshmi - PM - INSAS
Sheela - PM - INSAS
Sagar - PM - SLR
Kavita - PM - 303
Yogita - PM - None

0--Steps towards respect and secure life 

 Raipur - The true significance of any government scheme is proven when its benefits bring positive and lasting change to the lives of ordinary citizens at the grassroots level. One such powerful scheme is the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyay Maha Abhiyan (PM-Janman), whose impact is clearly visible in Raigarh district. Under this scheme, Mr. Ratiram Birhor, a resident of the remote village of Kurra in the Lalunga development block, realized his life's biggest dream—a permanent and safe home. **PM-Janman also brought stability, self-confidence, and respect. When Ratiram and his family, who had lived in a mud house for years, facing the threat of rain, cold, and poisonous creatures, entered the house approved under the PM-Janman Yojana, it was an unforgettable moment for them. After receiving the housing approval, construction work began and was completed within the stipulated time. The new permanent home not only provides them with security but also brings stability, self-confidence, and respect to their lives. **An ambitious mission for the all-round development of tribal groups. Ratiram says that living in a house that was once a compulsion now gives him a sense of pride. It is noteworthy that the PM-Janman Yojana, launched by the Government of India in 2023, is an ambitious mission for the all-round development of particularly vulnerable tribal groups. The aim of this campaign is to provide basic amenities like housing, education, health, clean drinking water, electricity, livelihood, and connectivity to the last person. It is noteworthy that today the PM-Janman Yojana is not just a government program, but has become a strong foundation of justice, equality, and self-respect for tribal communities. Ratiram of village Kurra's story is a powerful example of how, when implemented properly, schemes can transform not only the lives of people but also their destinies. 

Raipur: The state government has transferred 38 officers of the State Administrative Service and Secretariat Service. An order to this effect was issued by the General Administration Department on Monday.

Raipur. Finance Minister OP Choudhary, addressing a press conference held at the BJP office in the Ekta complex, stated that under the guidance of Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai, important decisions are being taken for the overall development of Chhattisgarh. In this direction, suggestions, memorandums, and proposals were received from various stakeholders regarding the new guideline rates applicable in the state. Important decisions have been taken after considering these. 
State Finance Minister Mr. Choudhary stated that the incremental valuation of plots up to 1,400 square meters in urban areas has been abolished, and the slab rate valuation has been implemented as previously established: up to 50 decimals in municipal corporations, up to 37.5 decimals in municipalities, and up to 25 decimals in town councils. The decision was also made to eliminate the provision of calculating market value based on the super built-up area for the transfer of flats, shops, and offices in multi-story buildings. Valuations will now be based on the built-up area. This provision has been in place since the time of Madhya Pradesh and has been a long-standing demand for vertical development in the state. This will ensure better use of land in town planning. He said that multi-story buildings and commercial complexes will be assessed with a 10 percent reduction on the basement and first floor, and a 20 percent reduction on the second floor and above. This will enable the middle class to access flats at affordable rates.

Finance Minister Chaudhary stated that properties located 20 meters outside a commercial complex will be assessed with a 25 percent reduction in the plot rate. The 20-meter distance will be calculated from the constructed portion of the complex facing the main road. The District Assessment Committee submits proposals for revision of guideline rates to the Central Assessment Board, which, after analysis, issues new guideline rates. It was decided to direct the District Assessment Committee to review the memorandums, objections, and suggestions received after the recent rate hike and submit proposals for revision of guideline rates by December 31st. He stated that these decisions of the Central Assessment Board became effective from December 8th.

Present at the press conference were State General Secretary Akhilesh Soni, CREDA President Bhupendra Savnani, State Spokesperson Amit Chimnani, Shatabdi Pandey, Kiran Baghel, and Ujjwal Deepak. Finance Minister Mr. Chaudhary stated that, on the instructions of Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai, the registration process is being simplified and made more public-friendly. In this regard, several important public-friendly reforms have been made to the guideline rates implemented on November 20th.
Some Important Decisions
: 1. In urban areas, the square meter rate previously applied solely to Nazul, inhabited, and converted land. Now, the provisions applicable to agricultural land will also apply to Nazul, inhabited, and converted land. 
Benefits: In Ward No. 28, Shaheed Hemu Kalyani Ward in Raipur, the square meter rate is set at ₹195,000 per square meter and the hectare rate is ₹6 crore per hectare. In this area, 0.405 hectares, or one acre or 4048 square meters of land, would previously have been valued at ₹78 crore. Under the new provisions, the value will now be ₹2.4 crore.

2. Earlier, for converted land in rural areas, the price of irrigated land was charged two and a half times, this system has been abolished. Benefit: In Bilaspur's Sendri village, the rate has been fixed at Rs 1.60 crore per acre, earlier the price of one acre of land on sale in this village would have been Rs 4 crore, now according to the new provision it will be only Rs 1.60 crore.
3. The provision of adding 25 percent extra on the market price for two-crop land has been removed. Benefit: In Motipur, the rate of 1 hectare of land is Rs 2 crore 44 lakh, which would have been the actual guideline price of Rs 3 crore 5 lakh if ​​there were two crops. According to the new provision, the market price will be only Rs 2 crore 44 lakh.

4. The provision of adding an additional ₹85,000 for tubewells and borewells and ₹70,000 for wells has been abolished.
5. The provision of adding a 25 percent additional value to commercial crops such as bananas, papayas, and sugarcane has been removed.
6. The practice of calculating the value of trees on the land by adding them to the land price has been completely eliminated.
Benefits: A sale deed was registered at the Sub-Registrar's Office, Kanker, on December 26, 2024. The sale deed included approximately 600 trees on the land, valued at ₹7.8 million. According to the new provision, this value has not been added to the land price, providing the buyer with a reduction of approximately ₹8.58 million in registration fees on the ₹7.8 million. Trees were often cut to save fees; now, land prices will no longer be affected by the number of trees. This has eliminated the tendency to reduce valuations by cutting trees and directly encouraged environmental protection.
7. In villages adjoining the city, agricultural land previously valued at the square meter rate for 25-37.5 decimals was now valued at the hectare rate. 
Benefits: In village Baroda (Raipur), the sale of 37.5 decimals of agricultural land would have been valued at ₹26.75 lakh per square foot, but under the new provision, it will be valued at only ₹6.30 lakh.
8. The rule of valuing land at 1.5 times the land rate in the event of a pond or fish tank has been removed.
9. Previously, three rates (main road, irrigated, and non-irrigated) were applicable for rural agricultural land. Now, only the rates (main road and irrigated) apply. Furthermore, non-irrigated land will now be valued at 20 percent less than the irrigated rate.
10. The provision of adding ₹400 per running foot to the boundary wall and ₹300 per square foot to the plinth level has also been completely eliminated.
11. Previously, 21 different rates were applicable for properties built in municipal corporations, municipalities, and town councils. Now, only two rates will apply. The numerous rates often made it difficult for ordinary people to calculate the market value of their homes. Now, with only two rates, the calculation has become simple and easy.

Raipur. During a debate in the Lok Sabha, Bastar MP Mahesh Kashyap raised a crucial issue concerning the future of the youth of the Bastar region. Posing a question to Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Defense Nikhil Khadse, he stated that nation-building programs like the National Service Scheme (NSS) should be implemented more effectively in remote, forested, and Naxal-affected areas of Bastar, so that the youth there can avoid deviance and return to the mainstream and play an active role in the country's development.
Bastar MP Kashyap stated that the National Service Scheme (NSS) is an important tool for inculcating discipline, leadership, service, and patriotism in youth, but its impact is relatively limited in sensitive areas like Bastar. He urged the government to prioritize these areas and develop a special action plan to connect local youth with education, skills, and volunteerism through the NSS. He also requested detailed information from the central government regarding the implementation of the National Youth Corps (NYC) scheme. He requested details regarding the number of National Youth Volunteers currently working in various states and union territories, their training, supervision, and monitoring systems. He also requested information on the concrete steps being taken by the government to strengthen and make this scheme more effective.During the discussion in the House, he said that he also sought information regarding the deployment of National Youth Corps volunteers, training, support, and increased program activities, especially in the Bhadrak and Balasore districts of Odisha. Furthermore, he requested a year-wise breakdown of the funds sanctioned and utilized for skill development by various departments in the Balasore Lok Sabha constituency of Odisha since 2020, to ensure transparency in the schemes and evaluate their actual impact.

Raipur. Governor Ramen Deka has taken a serious note of the illegal occupation and other construction work being carried out on the land of Shaheed Mahendra Karma University in Bastar and has directed to take immediate action on this and keep the land intact.
Governor Deka today discussed this matter with Chief Secretary Vikas Sheel in Lok Bhavan and while giving clear instructions, said that the occupation and unauthorized construction on the university land should be removed and the land should be kept safe under the jurisdiction of the university as it is.Governor Mr. Deka stated that any encroachment, outside construction, or other activity on university land violates the right to education, institutional development, and the interests of future generations. He added that this tribal university was established for study, research, and the overall development of students. Encroachment or political-administrative interference will not be acceptable.

Raipur. The Food and Drug Administration Department received information on December 6, 2025, regarding the discovery of a meat-like substance inside a bottle of Calcid Syrup at the Urban Primary Health Center, Devpuri. Taking the matter very seriously, the Food and Drug Administration, Chhattisgarh, initiated an immediate investigation. On December 7, 2025, a joint investigation team from Raipur district duly collected samples of the relevant Calcid Suspension 200 ml, Batch No. ALGE 4061, M/D 05/2024, E/D 04/2026, manufactured by Actinova Private Limited, Baddi, Himachal Pradesh. The collected samples have been sent to the State Drug Testing Laboratory, Raipur, for further quality testing. Upon receiving the test report, action will be taken as per the provisions of the Act.
Under the direction of Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal, drug inspectors of the Food and Drug Administration, Chhattisgarh, are continuously taking action to ensure the quality of medicines at the state level. The Food and Drug Administration, Chhattisgarh appeals to the general public to immediately inform the department of any suspicious drug related information on the helpline number +91-9340597097 so that the department can take appropriate action in a timely manner.

Raipur: Education is the true foundation of social development. Whether it's the art of living, business, agriculture, or any other field, education is the first step to success in every field. Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai said this at the swearing-in ceremony of the Chhattisgarh Pradesh Sarva Ravidas Samaj, held in the farmers' auditorium of the Indira Gandhi Agricultural University.

Earlier there was one medical college, now there are 15 medical colleges.

Chief Minister Sai said that the state government has been continuously striving to improve the level of education since its inception. While there was only one medical college at the time of the state's formation, today there are approximately 15 medical colleges operating in the state. Similarly, the establishment of prestigious national and international institutions such as IIT, Triple-IT, IIM, Law University, AIIMS, and CIPET in Chhattisgarh has provided significant opportunities for local youth.

Society should be strong and united

Chief Minister Sai said that a strong and organized society is the need of the hour, as an organized society plays a decisive role in nation-building. Citing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's motto of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, and Sabka Prayas," he said that the state government has been working in the interest of all sections of society for the past 23 months in accordance with these guiding principles.

Chief Minister Sai said that the state government has taken several important steps in recent months, which include steps like Krishak Unnati Yojana for farmers, Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana to provide pucca houses to every family, Mahatari Vandan Yojana to provide financial security to mothers and sisters, teacher rationalization to ensure availability of teachers in remote areas.

In the last 24 hours, the maximum temperature of the state was recorded at 29.6 degrees Celsius in Durg, while the minimum temperature was recorded at 5.2 degrees in Ambikapur.

Raipur Municipal Corporation arranged for bonfires

Korba. A massive fire broke out at a bike warehouse in the district last night, causing significant damage. By the time the fire was brought under control, 25 bikes and other items stored in the warehouse had been completely destroyed. It is estimated that the loss in this accident is in the millions of rupees. The incident occurred late last night at the Ishwar Auto Parts warehouse located near the Pondi-Uporda bus stand in the Bango police station area.

According to preliminary information, some unknown individuals set fire to nearby garbage overnight. The fire gradually grew and spread to the warehouse. Within a short time, the fire took a serious turn. Upon receiving information about the incident, Bango police arrived at the scene and began efforts to extinguish the fire.

Firefighters from the Katghora Municipality and the Irrigation Department arrived at the scene. After considerable effort, the firefighters brought the fire under control, but by then, all the bikes and other items stored there had been completely destroyed. This resulted in significant financial losses for the shop owner.

The fire caused panic among nearby businesses and local residents. However, people breathed a sigh of relief after the fire was brought under control. Police say that the exact cause of the fire will be determined only after a detailed investigation. If any mischievous elements are found to be involved, action will be taken against them.

Bhilai.  Kumhari police have solved the case of the 14.6 lakh rupee robbery from a worker loading cash at a Hitachi ATM. The cash loader misled the police for hours by filing a false report of being robbed, but the truth came out during questioning and investigation. Now, the applicant has become the accused and has been taken into custody by the police.

In fact, upon receiving information about the large sum of money being looted, SSP Vijay Agarwal, ASP City Sukhnandan Rathore, and Kumhari police immediately arrived at the scene. During the initial investigation, the police became suspicious of several facts in the robbery story, and ultimately, it was revealed that the entire story was false. When the robbery was proven to be fake, the police heaved a sigh of relief but also registered a case against the accused and initiated action.

This is how a fake drama of robbery was done

SSP Vijay Agarwal stated that on December 6th, around 7:30 pm, Kumhari police received information that three unidentified youths had stolen a bag containing ₹1.46 million (146,000 rupees) near the Global School in Kapsada village. The complainant, Ashish Rathore (34), a resident of Charoda, stated that he works as a cash loader at Hitachi ATM booths and was carrying the money. He claimed that he was traveling with his nephew, Manish Rathore, on a motorcycle with him to load cash at the Hirapur Tendu ATM in Raipur, after which he was going to deposit cash at ATMs in Murmunda and Dadar. When three youths stopped the vehicle, brandished a knife, snatched the bag containing the money, and fled into the fields. According to him, the bag contained ₹860,000 for the Murmunda ATM and ₹600,000 for the Dadar ATM.

This is how the police became suspicious

In fact, nephew Manish was said to be with Ashish at the time of the incident, but Manish was not present at the scene. It was claimed that the motorcycle had fallen, but neither the bike nor Ashish's body bore a single scratch. During interrogation, contradictions in the statements continued to emerge. When these points came to light, the police brought Ashish to the police station for questioning. Under rigorous questioning by SSP Vijay Agarwal and ASP Sukhnandan Rathore, Ashish finally broke down and admitted that the entire robbery story was false.

Bilaspur.   The Chhattisgarh High Court has reprimanded the state's Panchayat and Rural Development Department for delaying the appointment of a village panchayat secretary. A single bench of Justice Narendra Kumar Vyas ordered the department's director, Priyanka Thawait, to appear in person tomorrow, December 8, at 10:30 am and provide an explanation.

Asif Raza filed the petition in this case. On February 22, 2024, a division bench of the High Court ordered in the writ appeal that Asif Raza be considered for appointment to the post of village panchayat secretary, without affecting the employment of candidates already appointed and already enrolled.

Petitioner's counsel Sushobhit Singh told the court that despite this clear order, the state government is waiting for the approval of the Finance Department and Asif Raza is being repeatedly made to run from Raipur to Baikunthpur.

The court expressed displeasure, asking why the Finance Department's approval was needed when the High Court order was in place? And even if it was, why had it not been obtained since the February 22, 2024, order?

The court has listed the matter for tomorrow, December 8, and has also directed to send a copy of the order to the Chief Secretary, Chhattisgarh Government for information, so that he can see how the system is working.

Raipur. The process of purchasing paddy at the support price is continuing at a rapid pace in the state. According to the report released at 10 am on December 5th, more than 22 lakh 39 thousand 433 lakh metric tonnes of paddy has been purchased in the paddy procurement campaign that began on November 14th of last month.

So far, 439,511 registered farmers have sold paddy. Markfed has released ₹5,277 crore for payment to farmers through a bank-linked system for paddy purchases. This year, 273,096 farmers have registered for the current Kharif season, covering an area of ​​3151,771 hectares.

Paddy procurement is continuing in all the districts of the state. Till now, Mahasamund district is on the first position by purchasing the highest quantity of paddy, i.e. 15 lakh 19 thousand 650 quintals. Gariaband district is on the second position by purchasing 6 lakh 73 thousand 495 quintals of paddy. Similarly, Bilaspur district has achieved the third position by purchasing 6 lakh 73 thousand 65 quintals of paddy. However, Kanker district remains on the fourth position by purchasing 6 lakh 15 thousand 431 quintals of paddy. The districts which have purchased more than five lakh quintals of paddy include Dhamtari and Mungeli districts, while the districts which have purchased more than four lakh quintals of paddy include Surajpur, Balodabazar-Bhatapara, Bementra, Balod and Kondagaon.

Till now 8 lakh 97 thousand 779 tokens have been issued to the farmers. Whereas 50 thousand 234 tokens have been issued to the farmers for paddy purchase on the coming day 8th December. Farmers are getting a lot of convenience from the Token Tuhar App online system started this year. Farmers are satisfied with all the necessary arrangements being made by the committees. State and district level teams constituted by the state government are strictly monitoring the illegal transportation, storage and sale of paddy in the border areas of the state as well as in the state.

It is noteworthy that as per the instructions of Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai, along with the purchase of paddy, the payment of support price to the farmers has also been started. The Chhattisgarh government has already given a bank guarantee of Rs 26,200 crore to Markfed for payment of the price of paddy purchased from the farmers of the state. Adequate arrangements have been made in all the centres to ensure that the farmers do not face any problem in selling the paddy. Officers have been posted in all the centres to monitor the arrangements for paddy procurement. Senior administrative officers of the state level and district level officers are continuously visiting and taking stock of the paddy procurement and the arrangements at the centres.

Strict vigilance is being maintained to ensure that no irregularities occur in the procurement of paddy at the support price in the state. Officers have been deployed at checkpoints to prevent the influx of paddy from outside. Surprise checks are also being conducted on transporters at various locations.

 ​​Chief Minister Vishnu Dev: Education is the real foundation of social development. Be it the art of living, business, agriculture, or any other field, education is the first step to success in every field. Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai said this at the swearing-in ceremony of Chhattisgarh Pradesh Sarva Ravidas Samaj, held in the farmers' auditorium of Indira Gandhi Agricultural Universi

Earlier there was one medical college, now there are 15 medical colleges.

Chief Minister Sai said that the state government has been continuously striving to improve the level of education since its inception. While there was only one medical college at the time of the state's formation, today there are approximately 15 medical colleges operating in the state. Similarly, the establishment of prestigious national and international institutions such as IIT, Triple-IT, IIM, Law University, AIIMS, and CIPET in Chhattisgarh has provided significant opportunities for local youth.

Society should be strong and united

Chief Minister Sai said that a strong and organized society is the need of the hour, as an organized society plays a decisive role in nation-building. Citing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's motto of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, and Sabka Prayas," he said that the state government has been working in the interest of all sections of society for the past 23 months in accordance with these guiding principles.Chief Minister Sai said that the state government has taken several important steps in recent months, which include steps like Krishak Unnati Yojana for farmers, Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana to provide pucca houses to every family, Mahatari Vandan Yojana to provide financial security to mothers and sisters, teacher rationalization to ensure availability of teachers in remote areas.

Appointment letters to 10,000 youthChief Minister Sai said that so far, more than 10,000 young people have been issued appointment letters in various departments. He said that the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission examinations were conducted with complete fairness, which has instilled new confidence in the youth.

Chhattisgarh Leather Craftsmen Development Board Chairman Dhruv Kumar Mirdha, Sarva Ravidas Samaj Chhattisgarh State President Vijay Mehra, Raipur Division Commissioner Mahadev Kanware, Dilip Vasnikar along with a large number of public representatives and dignitaries were present in the program.

Raigarh: Thousands of villagers have been protesting for the past two days against the upcoming public hearing of Jindal Power Limited, scheduled to be held on December 8 in the Tamnar area of ​​the district.

Villagers have once again rallied to protest the proposed public hearing for the coal mine (Gera Palma Sector-1). Braving the bitter cold, thousands of villagers from the Tamnar region are staying awake all night under the open sky in Dhorabhatha Maidan to protest. The villagers say they will not allow a public hearing tent to be set up in their area, nor will they allow company or administration officials to come there.

Struggle to save water, forests and land

The villagers say they are fighting to protect water, forests, and land, and will continue to oppose public hearings in their area based on their strategy. The opening of several mines in their area has already caused displacement, employment, and environmental damage. Furthermore, if Jindal acquires the mine, 15 to 20 surrounding villages will be severely affected. The villagers fear losing their ancestral land and village, and they are not being informed about adequate employment and displacement compensation.

Bilaspur.   The Chhattisgarh High Court has reprimanded the state's Panchayat and Rural Development Department for delaying the appointment of a village panchayat secretary. A single bench of Justice Narendra Kumar Vyas ordered the department's director, Priyanka Thawait, to appear in person tomorrow, December 8, at 10:30 am and provide an explanation.

Asif Raza filed the petition in this case. On February 22, 2024, a division bench of the High Court ordered in the writ appeal that Asif Raza be considered for appointment to the post of village panchayat secretary, without affecting the employment of candidates already appointed and already enrolled.

Petitioner's counsel Sushobhit Singh told the court that despite this clear order, the state government is waiting for the approval of the Finance Department and Asif Raza is being repeatedly made to run from Raipur to Baikunthpur.

The court expressed displeasure, asking why the Finance Department's approval was needed when the High Court order was in place? And even if it was, why had it not been obtained since the February 22, 2024, order?

The court has listed the matter for tomorrow, December 8, and has also directed to send a copy of the order to the Chief Secretary, Chhattisgarh Government for information, so that he can see how the system is working.

India-US trade deal: New Delhi. Hopes of reaching agreement on a trade deal between India and the United States have increased. A team of US officials is scheduled to arrive in India next week to finalize discussions on the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement. It should be noted that India's exports declined for the second consecutive month in October, following the imposition of 50 percent US tariffs.

India-US trade deal: Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has repeatedly indicated that the trade agreement between the two countries is moving in the right direction and could be finalized soon. Therefore, this trade deal could be important for both countries on the economic front.

India-US trade deal: Three-day meeting to be held on December 10–12

A three-day meeting will be held from December 10th to 12th to finalize the India-US trade deal. The meeting will be led by the Deputy United States Trade Representative. The meeting is expected to discuss several key issues related to the trade deal, as well as the US tariff reductions, in detail.

India-US trade deal: Previously, on September 16th, US officials visited India for talks, but that round of talks yielded no concrete results. This is the US team's second visit, which has raised hopes once again.

India-US trade deal: Positive signals from both countries

Positive signals are continuously emerging from both countries. While US President Trump recently stated that "a good deal is going to be locked in very soon," India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal also spoke about advancing trade talks in September. It is believed that this time, along with the trade deal, important discussions may also take place on tariff-related issues.

India-US trade deal: Six rounds of talks so far

It should be noted that negotiations on an India-US trade deal have been ongoing since February, and approximately six rounds of meetings have taken place between the two countries, but a final decision has not yet been reached. Despite this, both sides have maintained a positive stance. The current India-US trade deal aims to increase bilateral trade from $191 billion to $500 billion by 2030.