New Delhi, June 27 -- India and the United States are in the final stretch of critical trade negotiations, with just days remaining before the July 8 deadline that could shape the future of bilateral economic ties, according to Global Trade and Research Initiative (GTRI).

India's top trade negotiator is currently in Washington, and both sides are working to secure a limited agreement -- often referred to as a "mini-deal" -- before the clock runs out.

The deadline is tied to President Trump's 90-day suspension of special country-specific tariffs, announced on April 2. If no agreement is reached by July 8, India could face renewed tariff pressures, although experts say a return to steep duties is unlikely.

The most likely outcome appears...