News Summary

• Indian exporters hit by President Donald Trump’s 50% tariff say they can’t survive without government support.
• The tariffs — which took effect Wednesday in Washington — doubled the previous 25% duty and are now among the highest in Asia.
• Industry groups are pushing for stimulus that includes cheaper loans, wage subsidies and tax breaks to soften the blow.
• Without such relief, they warn, production will stall, workers could be laid off and India risks ceding its hard-won market share to rivals.