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China Has Not Yet Resumed Rare Earth Exports To India

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

During an August 2025 visit, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar that export restrictions on rare earths and magnets would be eased. Despite this, Indian automakers and EV firms say no shipments of rare earth magnets have resumed from China. Export Curbs Still In Effect China imposed strict export […]

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India-US Trade Talks See Potential Reset

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

India’s chief trade negotiator is likely to travel to the United States next week to resume trade deal discussions. This comes as relations between the two countries show signs of easing after recent tensions. Modi-Trump Call Expected A phone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump is expected soon. The call […]

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Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot During Utah Campus Event

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

Charlie Kirk, 31, founder of Turning Point USA, was shot in the neck during a campus event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, on September 10, 2025. The incident took place around 12:20 p.m. MDT, while he was speaking under a tent at “The American Comeback Tour.” About 3,000 people were in attendance. Shooter […]

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EU Unlikely To Follow Trump’s 100% Tariff Proposal

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has urged the European Union to impose tariffs of up to 100% on imports from India and China over their purchases of Russian oil. The aim is to cut off revenue flows to Moscow amid the war in Ukraine. EU’s Response EU officials have said the bloc is unlikely to comply […]

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India In Active Dialogue With US On Trade Pact

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on September 11, 2025, that India is in “active dialogue” with the United States about forming a free trade agreement (FTA). The talks are aimed at strengthening trade relations and reducing barriers. Other Trade Ties Under Way Goyal added that India is also negotiating FTAs with several other […]

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Harris Labels Biden’s 2024 Run ‘Reckless’

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

Former Vice President Kamala Harris, in her upcoming memoir 107 Days, calls Joe Biden’s decision to run for re-election in 2024 “reckless.” She says the choice was left largely to him and First Lady Jill Biden, without broader party debate. Age And Debate Concerns Harris notes she was uneasy about Biden running at age 81, […]

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South Korea Urges US Visa Reform To Secure Investments

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung warned that Korean companies may hesitate to invest in the United States unless the U.S. fixes its visa system for Korean workers. The statement came after more than 300 Korean workers were detained in an immigration raid at a battery plant run by Hyundai in Georgia. What Happened In Georgia […]

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Mexico Set To Raise Tariffs On Chinese Cars To 50% After US Pressure

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

Mexico’s government has unveiled plans to increase tariffs on automobiles imported from China and other Asian countries from about 20% to 50%. The move is part of a broader overhaul of import duties aimed at protecting domestic industries and jobs. Scope Of The Import Overhaul The proposed changes would affect around US$52 billion in imports […]

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Modi And Meloni Push India-EU Trade Pact, Ukraine Peace

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni held a phone call on September 10, 2025. They discussed accelerating the India-EU free trade agreement (FTA), thanked Italy for its support, and reviewed progress on other strategic cooperation. Ukraine Conflict Both leaders expressed concern over the ongoing war in Ukraine. They reaffirmed their

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Indian National Arrested In US For Visa Overstay

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

In Washington, D.C., U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) arrested an Indian man for overstaying his visa. He is described in the CBP’s statement as an “illegal alien,” a term used in U.S. law to refer to those without valid permission to remain. The agency announced that deportation proceedings are expected. There are no reports […]