KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 8 (Reuters) - India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim renewed pledges on Sunday to bolster trade and explore potential collaborations in semiconductors,

India also reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Malaysia's role as a BRICS Partner Country and noted Malaysia's aspiration to become a full member of the grouping

The U.S. and India on Friday released a framework for an interim trade agreement they said affirms their commitment to negotiations toward a broader deal.

India will still protect its big and politically sensitive foodgrain and dairy markets in both the EU and US pacts, but allow freer access than before for imported foodstuffs that it relies on such as apples and pulses.

American crude — primarily of the light, sweet variety — is not the best fit for many Indian refineries that prefer heavy, sour grades. Venezuelan crude might be more suitable, but with production of just 800,000 barrels a day, there’s a lack of supply.

Having entered the T20 World Cup with an aura of invincibility, the Indian team’s scare against USA has given a reality check to the fans and critics alike.

Days after US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the much-awaited India-US trade dea

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