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US Proposes 12.5% Duties On India

By BPN News Desk
The United States Trade Representative has proposed additional duties of 12.5 percent on imports from India and several other economies over alleged gaps in rules against goods made with forced labour. USTR Proposes 12.5 Percent Duties On India The proposal follows a Section 301 investigation by the USTR into whether major trading partners are doing […]
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National Politics

Sonam Wangchuk Backs CJP Protest

By BPN News Desk
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has said he will join the Cockroach Janta Party’s proposed protest in Delhi on June 6 if Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan does not resign before then. Sonam Wangchuk Supports Cockroach Janta Party Wangchuk expressed support for the Cockroach Janta Party after speaking to its founder Abhijeet Dipke. He said he […]
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India Rejects Third-Party Role In Nepal Border Row

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India has firmly ruled out any third-party involvement in resolving the India-Nepal border dispute, stating that boundary issues between the two neighbours must be addressed only through existing bilateral mechanisms. India-Nepal Border Issue Is Bilateral The Ministry of External Affairs said there is no role for any outside party in matters between India and Nepal. […]
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India Rejects Third-Party Role In Nepal Border Row

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India has rejected any third-party role in resolving its border dispute with Nepal, making it clear that all boundary-related matters between the two neighbours must be handled bilaterally. India-Nepal Border Dispute To Be Resolved Bilaterally External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India and Nepal already have established bilateral mechanisms to deal
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India Tests RudraM-II Missile Successfully

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India has successfully flight-tested the indigenously developed RudraM-II air-to-surface missile from an airborne platform, marking another important step in strengthening the country’s advanced strike capability. DRDO And IAF Test RudraM-II Missile The Defence Research and Development Organisation and the Indian Air Force conducted the flight tests of the RudraM-II
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India Moves Ahead On 114 Rafale Jet Deal

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India has moved a step closer to acquiring 114 Rafale fighter jets from France after finalising a Letter of Request for the proposed government-to-government deal. The acquisition, estimated at around Rs 3.25 lakh crore, is aimed at strengthening the Indian Air Force’s combat capability. India Rafale Fighter Jet Deal The Letter of Request marks the […]
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National Politics

Annamalai Seeks Cordial Exit From BJP

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Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K. Annamalai has reportedly conveyed to BJP president Nitin Nabin that he wants a “cordial separation” from the party, amid growing speculation over his political future. The development comes after the BJP’s poor performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, where the party won only one seat. Annamalai BJP Exit […]
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Rupee Outlook Stays Weak Amid Oil Swings

By BPN News Desk
The Indian rupee is expected to remain under pressure as volatile crude oil prices, foreign equity outflows and importer dollar demand continue to weigh on market sentiment. Traders expect the currency to open around 95.10-95.15 against the U.S. dollar after closing at 94.99 in the previous session. Indian Rupee Under Pressure The rupee has remained […]
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India-US Trade Deal Nears First Phase

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India and the United States are close to finalising the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement, with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal saying discussions have moved to minor legal and technical details. The talks come as both sides try to settle tariff-related concerns and expand economic cooperation. India-US Trade Deal Talks Enter Final […]
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India Tightens Foreigner Registration Rules

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India has notified updated immigration rules requiring certain foreign nationals to complete registration if their stay crosses prescribed limits. The changes are part of the Immigration and Foreigners Rules, 2025, issued under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025. India Foreigner Registration Rules Updated Foreign nationals entering India on visas valid for 180 days