Economy National

Rupee Hits Record Low On Mounting U.S. Tariff Pressure

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

The Indian rupee slipped past the ₹88-per-US-dollar mark for the first time, reaching a historic low amid escalating concerns about new U.S. tariffs on Indian imports. Markets are reeling from the added duties, which raise total tariffs to 50%. Growth Expectations Take A Hit Despite India’s strong 6.5% to 7.8% GDP growth earlier in the […]

International

Taliban Blames Pakistan For Airstrikes In Eastern Afghanistan

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Afghanistan’s Taliban-led government has accused Pakistan of carrying out drone strikes on Nangarhar and Khost provinces, which killed three people and left at least seven others injured. According to Afghan officials, the strikes also destroyed several homes, sparking panic among local residents. The Taliban claimed the victims were civilians, although independent

International

South Korea’s Former First Lady Kim Keon-Hee Indicted

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Kim Keon-Hee, former First Lady of South Korea, has been formally indicted on multiple charges, including bribery and stock manipulation. This marks the first time a former First Lady in the country has faced such legal action. She is currently in custody, alongside her husband, former President Yoon Suk-Yeol, who is already on trial for […]

International

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra Removed By Court

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Thailand’s Constitutional Court has removed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and her cabinet from office over ethical misconduct tied to a controversial phone call with Cambodia’s former leader. The court ruled that her deferential tone and comments—during a call about an escalating border dispute—compromised national interests and violated ethical standards. Leaked

Economy National

GST Reforms Must Safeguard State Revenues, Says Stalin

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin cautioned that Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms cannot genuinely benefit the public unless they protect states’ revenues. He stressed that financial security for states is essential even as the Centre moves ahead with rate rationalisation. States Unite Ahead Of Council Meet Stalin’s remarks came as eight opposition-ruled

International

India, China Can Stabilise Global Economy: PM Modi From Japan

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that stable and amicable relations between India and China are crucial for global and regional peace. Speaking from Japan ahead of his visit to China, Modi emphasised that cooperation between the two major economies can bring stability to the world economic order amid current global volatility. Call For Long-Term, Respect-Based […]

International

Jefferies Reports Links Tariffs On India To Trump’s Personal Frustration

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Investment bank Jefferies reports that the U.S. decision to impose 50% tariffs on Indian goods stems largely from President Trump’s “personal pique” over being denied a role in mediating the India-Pakistan conflict. The unprecedented tariffs are seen as a reaction to that frustration. Economic Cost To India Projected At $55–60 Billion Jefferies’ strategist Chris Wood, […]

Science Space & Astronomy

India And Japan To Partner On Chandrayaan-5 Lunar Mission

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced in Tokyo that India’s ISRO will collaborate with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) on the upcoming Chandrayaan-5 mission. The agreement includes an Indian-built lander and a Japanese-developed rover, and the mission is expected to launch aboard a Japanese H-3 series rocket. Part Of Larger LUPEX Framework Chandrayaan-5,

Op-Eds Opinion

Healthcare Bills, College Fees, and No Jobs: The Real Quota Marathas and Maharashtra Needs is in Affordability

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

The Maratha agitation dominating Maharashtra today is being presented as a simple fight for reservation under the OBC category. Thousands are on the streets, leaders like Manoj Jarange are on indefinite fasts, and the state government finds itself caught between constitutional limits and political compulsions. But the real story is deeper. This is not just […]

Op-Eds Opinion

India’s Chip Marathon Gets a Head Start with Japan’s Legacy Tech

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Japan has decided to relocate parts of its legacy semiconductor and display technology production to India, marking a significant shift in the global electronics landscape. These legacy chips and LCD lines, once central to Japan’s industrial base, will now find a new home in Indian manufacturing clusters. The move, developed under a framework by JETRO […]