India, Feb. 8 -- February 2, 2026, was a red-letter day in the swiftly moving tides and currents of world history. The monumental maverick President of the United States, Donald Trump, triumphantly announced a "trade deal" with India. Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform, "It was an honour to speak with Prime Minister Modi of India this morning. He is one of my greatest friends and a powerful and respected leader of his country. Out of friendship and respect for Prime Minister Modi and, as per his request, effective immediately, we agreed to a Trade Deal between the United States and India, whereby the United States will charge a reduced Reciprocal Tariff, lowering it from 25 per cent to 18 per cent. They will likewise move forward to...