International

Trump: Tariffs Make America “Great and Rich Again”

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday defended his sweeping tariff strategy, claiming it has revitalized the American economy. In a social media post, he stated, “Tariffs are making America GREAT & RICH Again,” and added, “One year ago, America was a dead country. Now it is the hottest country anywhere in the world.” Tariffs Target […]

International

Myanmar Declares Interim Government Before Elections

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

Myanmar’s military government announced the formation of a civilian-led interim government on July 31, ahead of the country’s upcoming general elections scheduled for December. However, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing remains in full control, retaining his roles as interim president and commander-in-chief of the armed forces. Commission Formed to Conduct Elections An

National

Tharoor Warns US Tariffs Could ‘Destroy’ India‑US Trade

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

Senior Congress MP Shashi Tharoor called the U.S. decision to impose a 25% tariff plus a penalty on transactions involving Russian oil or arms a “very serious matter” for India. He warned that the effective trade duty could climb as high as 35–45%, or, if a 100% penalty is applied, it could virtually destroy India’s […]

National Politics

Rahul Gandhi Backs Trump’s “Dead Economy” Remark

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday agreed with U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remark describing India as a “dead economy.” Speaking to reporters, Gandhi said, “Yes, he is right. Everybody knows the Indian economy is dead—everybody except Prime Minister Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.” Gandhi Points to Policy Failures […]

International

Delta Flight Diverts After Turbulence Injures 25

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

A Delta Air Lines flight from Salt Lake City to Amsterdam was forced to divert and make an emergency landing in Minneapolis after encountering severe turbulence mid-air on July 30. The aircraft, an Airbus A330-900 operating as Flight DL56, landed safely after nearly two hours into the flight. Multiple Passengers Hospitalized Out of the 288 […]

Business Trade

India’s Rice Exports Expected to Withstand US Tariff

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

The Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF) has stated that the recently announced 25% U.S. tariff on Indian rice imports, effective August 1, is unlikely to cause major disruption. The industry considers it a short-term hurdle and expects exports to remain largely stable due to India’s pricing advantage and established global position. U.S. Not a Major […]

International

Trump Labels India and Russia “Dead Economies”

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump, in a social media post on July 31, called India and Russia “dead economies,” intensifying tensions following his announcement of new tariffs on Indian imports. Trump wrote, “I don’t care what India does with Russia. They can take their dead economies down together, for all I care.” Accuses India of Unfair […]

Cricket Sports

India to Play Pakistan in Asia Cup Despite Backlash

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

The BCCI has officially confirmed that India will play Pakistan in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, with the match scheduled for September 14 in the UAE. The announcement came after growing demands from various public figures and citizens to boycott the fixture in light of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam and the ongoing Operation […]

Cricket Sports

Dhruv Jurel Says Overseas Success Is Always Special

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

India’s wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel has called overseas performance a “special thing,” ahead of the final and series-deciding Test against England at The Oval. With Rishabh Pant ruled out, Jurel is expected to play a crucial role both behind the stumps and with the bat. Ready to Step Up Under Pressure Speaking to the media, Jurel […]

International

U.S. Navy F‑35C Crashes Near Lemoore, Pilot Safe

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

A U.S. Navy F‑35C Lightning II fighter jet crashed on July 30 near Naval Air Station Lemoore in California. The pilot safely ejected before the aircraft hit an agricultural field. There were no injuries reported, and no civilians were harmed in the crash. Emergency Teams Respond Swiftly The crash took place around 6:30 p.m. local […]