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India’s Digital Scam Epidemic: A National Shame Fueled by Government Apathy

By BPN News Desk April 10, 2025

There was a time when India’s digital revolution was the pride of its policymakers—UPI became the poster child of fintech innovation, QR codes popped up at paan shops, and financial inclusion got a tech-savvy facelift. But today, the same digital utopia has morphed into a chaotic underworld of fraud, fear, and outright national embarrassment. Scammers […]

Entertainment Reviews

“A Minecraft Movie” Review: Box Office Blockbuster, Critical Head-Scratcher, and Gen Alpha’s Cinematic Playground

By BPN News Desk April 10, 2025

When a film adaptation of the world’s most popular sandbox game was announced, expectations ranged from wild curiosity to cautious skepticism. On April 4, 2025, A Minecraft Movie hit theaters—and it did so like a diamond pickaxe to the face of conventional box office logic. Despite a Rotten Tomatoes critic score of just 49%, the […]

National

Tahawwur Rana Extradited to India to Face Charges in 26/11 Mumbai Terror Attacks

By BPN News Desk April 10, 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a Pakistani-born Canadian national and accused conspirator in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has been extradited from the United States to India. His arrival marks a significant milestone in India’s ongoing efforts to bring all those responsible for the 26/11 attacks to justice. Rana is set to face trial under Indian law […]

International

UK-India Free Trade Agreement Nears Completion Amid Border Tax Tensions

By BPN News Desk April 10, 2025

The United Kingdom and India are nearing the conclusion of a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), with around 90% of the deal already finalized. The comprehensive pact, aimed at strengthening bilateral economic ties, is expected to significantly reduce tariffs and open new market opportunities across key sectors. Major Trade Gains in Sight A core component […]

International

Chinese Electronics Makers Offer Discounts to Indian Firms Amid U.S. Trade Pressure

By BPN News Desk April 10, 2025

Facing a steep decline in export orders due to intensifying trade tensions with the United States, Chinese electronics component manufacturers are offering discounts of up to 5% to Indian companies. This move is aimed at maintaining their grip on one of their largest markets as the U.S.-China tariff war continues to disrupt global trade flows. […]

International

Moody’s: Malaysia, India, and Philippines May Benefit from U.S. Tariff-Induced Trade Diversion

By BPN News Desk April 10, 2025

Malaysia, India, and the Philippines may find themselves among the unexpected beneficiaries of a global trade realignment triggered by the recent imposition of steep U.S. tariffs. As Washington targets major Asian manufacturing hubs like China, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand with high duties, supply chains are expected to shift toward countries facing lower tariffs and

International

Trump Announces 90-Day Tariff Pause for Most Nations, Raises Tariffs on China to 125%

By BPN News Desk April 10, 2025

In a dramatic shift in his aggressive trade strategy, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a 90-day pause on increased tariffs for most countries, offering a temporary reprieve amid rising global economic tensions. However, China has been singled out once again, with tariffs on its exports being hiked further to a staggering 125%. 90-Day Tariff […]

International

Trump Imposes Tariffs, Says World Leaders ‘Kissing My A–‘ for Trade Deals

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2025

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again stirred global controversy by launching into a scathing tirade against world leaders while defending his newly implemented trade tariffs. At a recent public rally, Trump mocked several global counterparts and claimed that countries are “kissing my a–” in a desperate bid to secure trade deals with the […]

International

Russia Invites Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Attend Victory Day Parade

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2025

Russia has extended a formal invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the Victory Day parade scheduled to be held on May 9 in Moscow. The occasion marks the 80th anniversary of the Allied victory over Nazi Germany, a milestone commemorated annually across Russia with elaborate ceremonies, most notably the grand military parade in […]

Economy National

Reserve Bank of India Cuts Repo Rate to 6% Amid Escalating U.S. Tariffs

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2025

In response to the escalating global trade tensions and the impact of steep tariffs imposed by the United States, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a 25 basis point cut in the key repo rate, bringing it down to 6%. This is the second consecutive rate cut by the central bank in 2025 […]