India-US Trade Deal Nears Completion, Says Jaishankar After Talks with Rubio

• External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar announced the India-US trade deal is in its final detailing stages and will be completed "very soon."
• Jaishankar described his visit to Washington DC as "productive" and "positive," highlighting the deal's potential to open a "new phase" in bilateral ties.
• He noted rapid advancement in critical mineral cooperation and anticipated future engagement on strategic issues, defence, and energy.
• The minister emphasized a strong momentum in the overall India-US relationship.