By Bharath Rajeswaran and Vivek Kumar M (Reuters) -Indian benchmark stock indexes trimmed losses on Thursday, recovering from a sharp drop in early trade, as investors viewed the U.S. tariff threat as a pressure tactic and hoped for lower rates once negotiations conclude.

NEW DELHI (Reuters) -Indian opposition parties criticised the government on Thursday, describing U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of a 25% tariff as a diplomatic failure for New Delhi, while the rupee currency tumbled and equity indexes slid in response to the news.