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US Lawmaker Warns India's FCRA Changes Could Strain Bilateral Ties

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A US lawmaker warned on August 6 that recent amendments to India's Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) could negatively impact bilateral relations.

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The legislator described the changes as a 'clear attack against Christians,' raising concerns about the transparency and intent behind the new funding restrictions.

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Shashi Tharoor and other critics argue the bill prioritizes government control over transparency, potentially complicating diplomatic engagements with the United States.