New Delhi, April 8 -- As the global tariff war intensifies following US President Donald Trump's tariff bombshell, India is preparing to increase both official and backchannel talks with Washington to protect its export interests.

According to two people familiar with the development, the Indian government is exploring a plan to negotiate the suspension of the 26% tariffs imposed by the US on Indian goods until a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) between the two countries is finalized by fall 2025.

"We are exploring all possible avenues to mitigate the potential losses our exports may face if the reciprocal tariff measures announced by the US administration remain in place. India does have an added advantage, as it is the only country tha...