India leaving BRICS has actually become quite a hot topic as tensions between New Delhi and Washington reach their highest point in decades. The speculation around whether India will be removed from the economic bloc or if it will leave BRICS has intensified after US President Donald Trump imposed harsh tariffs on Indian goods, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized India’s continued Russia oil deal purchases.

At the time of writing, India-US relations have deteriorated significantly, with analysts calling it the worst diplomatic crisis since 1998. The controversy also centers around India’s rejection of de-dollarization efforts, as BRICS India news suggests the nation is distancing itself from Moscow’s currency plans while Trump threatens economic consequences for the energy partnership.

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India Leaving BRICS Sparks US-India Relations Shift Amid Oil Deal, De-Dollarization

Trump’s Tariff Ultimatum Targets Russian Energy Purchases

Right now, the situation has escalated dramatically after Trump announced a 25% tariff on all Indian goods starting August 1st. The US President expressed his frustration clearly regarding the India-Russia oil deal, along with other trade issues.

Donald Trump mentioned:

“India, Russia can take their dead economies down together”

The tariffs were imposed because, as Trump explained, India has maintained extensive trade barriers and continues purchasing military equipment from Russia. Trump also criticized India’s energy purchases in a Truth Social post, stating they occur “at a time when everyone wants Russia to STOP THE KILLING IN UKRAINE.”

Trump had this to say:

“Remember, while India is our friend, we have, over the years, done relatively little business with them because their Tariffs are far too high, among the highest in the World, and they have the most strenuous and obnoxious non-monetary Trade Barriers of any Country. Also, they have always bought a vast majority of their military equipment from Russia, and are Russia’s largest buyer of ENERGY, along with China, at a time when everyone wants Russia to STOP THE KILLING IN UKRAINE – ALL THINGS NOT GOOD”

This move comes as an ultimatum that could actually force the country’s hand regarding its membership and make India leaving BRICS scenario possible really soon.

Rubio’s Sharp Criticism of Moscow Energy Partnership

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been particularly vocal about India’s energy purchases from Russia, describing them as a major irritation point. Speaking to Fox Radio, Rubio explained how India’s continued purchases directly impact the Ukraine conflict, and he didn’t hold back his criticism.

Marco Rubio stated:

“India has huge energy needs and that includes the ability to buy oil and coal and gas and things that it needs to power its economy like every country does, and it buys it from Russia, because Russian oil is sanctioned and cheap and – meaning they have to – in many cases, they’re selling it under the global price because of the sanctions. And that, unfortunately, is helping to sustain the Russian war effort”.

India’s BRICS Currency Rejection Signals Western Alignment

Trump concerns regarding India’s de-dollarization stopped when India rejected the proposed BRICS joint currency during the Rio de Janeiro summit. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar made India’s position clear regarding de-dollarization efforts, though this decision created tension within BRICS as other members pushed for alternatives to dollar dominance.

This rejection came while Prime Minister Modi conducted a five-nation foreign tour and negotiated potential US trade deals worth $500 billion. India’s stance has been interpreted as a strategic shift toward Western alignment, especially considering the ongoing negotiations with Washington.

The refusal to participate in these currency plans suggests that New Delhi is prioritizing its relationship with the US over solidarity with BRICS partners, which has created friction within the bloc.

Diplomatic Relations Hit 25-Year Low & Could Lead to India Leaving BRICS

National security analyst Derek J. Grossman noted that today represents the worst day in India-US relations in decades, with 25 years of progress appearing undone.

India’s Ministry responded officially to Trump’s announcement. Ministry of Commerce & Industry said:

“The Government will take all steps necessary to secure our national interest”

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The current crisis represents a critical juncture where India must balance its BRICS partnerships against Western pressure. Right now, the diplomatic standoff continues while the international community watches whether India leaving BRICS becomes reality.