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A Utah delegation led by state Senate President Stuart Adams visited India for trade talks.

State Rep. Jason Thompson highlighted India's democratic enthusiasm and potential for improved U.S.-India relations.

Tariffs remain a concern, but Utah seeks India as an alternative to China for business.

HYDERABAD, India — Utah state Rep. Jason Thompson and his wife wandered into a market area looking for his daily soda fix: "We were on a hunt for Coke Zero," said Thompson.

The commercial area turned residential. The couple kept walking until they heard some commotion.

The Thompsons spotted small buses covered with posters. Little did they know, they accidentally found themselves at a political rally.

"A curtain on the bus opened up on one side

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