The White House has made revisions to its fact sheet regarding the India-US trade deal following feedback from Indian officials. This update includes significant changes that reflect New Delhi's concerns, particularly regarding certain terminologies that were initially not agreed upon. A report by the Hindustan Times highlights that one of the key adjustments was the removal of the mention of "certain pulses," which pertained to India's proposed tariff reductions on agricultural goods.

India, as the world’s largest producer and consumer of pulses, faced concerns that any concessions on these goods would make U.S. imports more competitive in its market. These changes are reflective of India's defensive stance on its agricultural sector, which has historically been a contentious point in trade negotiations with the U.S. The Indian government had emphasized the importance of excluding dairy and agricultural products from the discussions, viewing these sectors as critical to its domestic economy and political stability.

The adjustments made to the trade deal fact sheet are indicative of the ongoing complexities in U.S.-India trade relations, particularly in the context of agricultural exports. The sensitivity surrounding farmer interests in India continues to pose challenges, which could impede broader trade agreements unless both sides find common ground. The evolution of these discussions offers insight into the intricate balancing act between trade liberalization and domestic agricultural protections for both countries.