An Indian official confirmed that India and the U.S. remain committed to completing an initial segment of their bilateral trade agreement by Fall 2025. The deal would include increased U.S. energy and gas imports. Both sides are pushing timelines amid strategic alignment and global headwinds. Observers believe partial progress may be feasible, but deeper structural irritants such as tariffs, export controls and supply chain vulnerabilities must be addressed. Markets will watch announcements for traction and detail ahead.