India, others face 100% US tariffs as House advances Russia sanctions bill; final vote tomorrow | India News - Hindustan Times

**India and other nations face possible 100 % U.S. tariffs as House moves toward a final vote on a Russia‑sanctions bill**

Washington – The U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday advanced a bipartisan amendment to the Russia Sanctions Enforcement Act that would impose a 100 % tariff on imports from any country that continues to supply goods or services used by Russia’s military. The amendment specifically names India, Turkey and Saudi Arabia, among others, and requires the President to issue a “compliance notice” before the tariffs take effect. If the targeted nations do not cease the prohibited transactions within a 30‑day window, the tariffs would be automatically applied, effectively blocking all imports from those economies into the United States.

The move has drawn support from both parties, with two Democrats—Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL) and Rep. Chris Pappas (NH)—crossing the aisle to co‑sponsor the amendment alongside Republican leaders. Proponents argue the measure is a necessary lever to pressure countries that are, in their view, enabling Moscow’s war in Ukraine. Indian officials, however, have strongly objected, saying the bill “mischaracterises India’s legitimate trade and investment activities” and could cause “irreversible damage” to bilateral trade that topped $120 billion last year. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has already slated diplomatic engagements in Washington to seek a waiver or amendment to the legislation.

Analysts warn that, if enacted, the tariffs could shock India’s export sectors, especially in pharmaceuticals, IT services and engineering goods, and may also ripple through global supply chains that rely on Indian inputs. The timing coincides with a recent shutdown of a Saudi‑Russian oil pipeline, heightening concerns about broader energy market volatility. The House is scheduled to take a final vote on the bill tomorrow; a passage would send the proposal to the Senate, where it could face further negotiation or amendment before any tariffs are enforced. India has indicated it will consider retaliatory measures, though it continues to emphasise dialogue and cooperation with the United States on broader strategic issues.

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