Group 1 - The trade negotiations between the US and India have stalled, with India firmly rejecting US demands that would compromise the interests of its farmers [1][3] - Trump's attempt to impose a 25% tariff on Indian goods, escalating to a potential 50%, has been met with strong resistance from India, which argues that other countries also purchase Russian oil without facing similar penalties [3][5] - Modi's administration emphasizes the importance of protecting the agricultural sector, which employs 42% of India's population, making it politically risky to concede to US demands [5][9] Group 2 - India has formed a united front with 11 BRICS nations against US tariffs, with Brazil's president suggesting alternative markets for their goods, thereby diminishing the effectiveness of US trade pressure [7][11] - The US's reliance on India as a market for agricultural products and military contracts is highlighted, with American farmers and defense contractors feeling the impact of stalled negotiations [9][11] - Modi's strategy of maintaining a strong stance against US pressure while seeking to diversify trade partnerships is seen as a potential shift towards "de-dollarization" in international trade [11]