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 […]

North India State News

Rajasthan First State To Issue Stray Dog Management Guidelines

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Rajasthan has become the first state in India to roll out comprehensive guidelines for managing stray dogs, responding promptly to a recent Supreme Court directive. The Department of Local Self-Government has mandated all urban local bodies to follow the Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, 2023. Humane Practices And Structured Management Municipalities must now designate

National

Rahul Gandhi Says Modi Is Scared Amid Vote Allegations

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Addressing a gathering during the Voter Adhikar Yatra in Motihari, Rahul Gandhi asserted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is “scared” because his alleged vote-theft has been exposed nationwide. Gandhi claimed the PM’s silence signals awareness of wrongdoing and called vote theft an assault on the Constitution. He added that the response from Bihari voters has […]

International

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Warns India Over Russian Oil Purchases

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham sharply criticized countries buying Russian oil—specifically naming India—warning that these purchases are funding Moscow’s war in Ukraine. He asked pointedly how leaders feel knowing that such transactions are contributing to civilian casualties, including children. Link To War Effort Emphasized Graham stressed that revenue generated from these

International

American economist Richard Wolff Slams Trump Tariffs On India As Self-Harm

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

American economist Richard Wolff strongly criticized President Trump’s decision to double tariffs on Indian imports, saying the U.S. is acting like the “world’s tough guy” but is essentially “shooting itself in the foot.” He argued that such protectionism may backfire by alienating India and weakening U.S. influence globally. BRICS Momentum Wolff warned the