India’s commerce ministry says a framework for a proposed India–United States trade deal is ready, with officials indicating it will be signed at the “right time.” According to reports, the commerce secretary, Rajesh Agrawal, says negotiations are progressing smoothly and the talks are moving forward toward finalisation. The proposed agreement is discussed in the context of India’s tariff concerns, with India seeking a tariff structure that would give it a comparative advantage over competing countries. Both outlets describe the framework status as completed or near completion, while also stressing that the signing will occur when timelines and process requirements are met. The reporting also indicates that the pact is expected to strengthen bilateral trade and address the tariff-related issues raised by India during negotiations. No dates for signing or additional details of the tariff schedule are provided in the excerpts, and the information presented focuses on the framework’s readiness and the expected direction of the talks.