International

India Plays Key Role in Bringing Peace to Ukraine, EU Chief Says

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said India has an important role to play in ending the war in Ukraine during a phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Global Security Risks Highlighted Von der Leyen warned that the war in Ukraine has global security implications and poses economic risks far beyond Europe. She […]

National

PM Modi Thanks Singapore for Backing India’s Anti-Terror Fight

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong for offering condolences and support following the recent Pahalgam terror attack. He emphasized that both nations share common concerns about terrorism and should respond together. Shared Concerns on Terrorism At a bilateral meeting, Modi stated that it is the responsibility of all

International

Trump Warns US May “Suffer Greatly” over Tariffs Ruling

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could face severe economic consequences if the Supreme Court does not overturn a ruling that declared many of his administration’s tariffs illegal. Trump’s Warning on Economy Trump said that if the appeals court ruling is upheld, the U.S. could become “unbelievably poor again” and “suffer so […]

Business Trade

Switzerland Eases Rules for India-EFTA FTA Rollout

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

Switzerland has streamlined its regulations to activate the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) with India, effective from 1 October 2025. The move clears the way for the pact to come into force as scheduled. Regulatory Changes Enable Entry Into Force Switzerland, the largest economy within the four-nation European Free Trade Association (EFTA), has completed

International

India, Germany Stress Predictability Amid Volatility

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

In a clear message to Washington, India and Germany paired up to underscore the importance of predictability and reliability in global politics. The comments followed a meeting between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul in New Delhi. Predictability Gains Value Jaishankar said that “predictability today has a huge premium in

International

India Sends 21 Tonnes Aid to Quake-Hit Afghanistan

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

India has sent 21 tonnes of humanitarian relief materials to Kabul after a deadly earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, leaving widespread destruction and heavy casualties. India’s Relief Shipment External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar confirmed the aid delivery, which included blankets, tents, hygiene kits, water tanks, generators, portable purifiers, kitchen utensils,

International

Putin Seeks Peace, Warns Ukraine He Will Use Force

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia would prefer to end the war in Ukraine through talks but warned that if diplomacy fails, he will end it “by force.” His remarks came during his visit to Beijing, where he also announced progress on a new gas pipeline agreement with China. Putin Signals Talks Possible Putin stated […]

International

Trump Grant Cuts to Harvard Blocked, $2B Restored

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration acted unlawfully in canceling over $2.2 billion in research grants to Harvard University, ordering that the funds be reinstated. Judge Declares Cuts Illegal U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs held that the administration’s move violated the First Amendment and amounted to “illegal retaliation.” The court stated

International

U.S. Role Overlooked at Beijing WWII Parade, Says Trump

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

President Donald Trump has criticized China for failing to acknowledge the role of the United States in World War II during a large commemorative ceremony in Beijing. While he praised the event as “beautiful” and “very, very impressive,” he said the omission was disappointing. Trump’s Remarks on the Ceremony Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump […]

National

Minority Refugees Can Stay in India Without Passports

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

The Indian government has issued a new exemption under the Immigration and Foreigners (Exemption) Order, 2025. Members of six minority communities—Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, Parsis, and Christians—from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan who entered India on or before 31 December 2024 can stay in the country without valid passports or travel documents. They will