Customs duty changes in Budget not linked to US tariffs: Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said that the customs duty changes in the Budget 2026-27 weren't influenced by any policy decisions of the US. She stated that the measures fall under a broader framework to support Indian citizens and businesses. Sitharaman added that the government didn't assess the potential impact of US tariff actions while framing the Budget proposals.