India is likely to be among the countries worst hit by U.S. President Donald Trump's trade offensive, with tariffs on Indian imports set to surge to 50% if a deal is not struck in three weeks. Below are various options for India to deal with the crisis.

The first tranche of tariffs took effect August 7. Together, the two rounds impact nearly all Indian exports to the U.S., excluding only items in transit or under special exemptions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking in New Delhi, vowed not to compromise on the interests of farmers, fishermen, and dairy farmers, saying that India is prepared to bear any cost to protect them amid escalating trade tensions with the United States.