India-US trade, Russian oil, BrahMos missiles: Rubio, Gor and experts discuss key issues

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and US Ambassador Sergio Gor examine India-US bilateral relations on India First, addressing negotiations on a bilateral trade pact, 240 billion dollars in trade volume, and global energy dynamics following a tour of the Jamnagar refining facility. Rubio outlines United States visa policies, workforce priorities, and potential diplomatic pathways concerning the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Analysts Yash Sinha and Brahma Chellaney assess trade discussions, tariff policies, the 60-day Russian oil waiver, Venezuelan crude refining, and General Electric engine delivery schedules for India's Light Combat Aircraft programme. Furthermore, BrahMos Aerospace CEO Dr Jaiteerth Joshi explains the combat deployment of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles from Sukhoi-30 fighter aircraft during Operation Sindoor. The coverage details missile stealth, triad deployment capabilities, domestic manufacturing initiatives, and development updates on the BrahMos NG system.