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The deal comes less than a week after India signed a long-awaited trade deal with the European Union.

US President Donald Trump (right) and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington DC, on Feb 13, 2025.

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In windiest month of February, hazy conditions could arise from persistent hot spots: Experts

But expected showers could bring relief.

February also marks the dry phase of the north-east monsoon season.

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