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Owaisi Says Modi-Xi Meet Ignored Key Indian Concerns

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, saying it “failed to answer the critical questions” Indians wanted addressed. Key issues remain unaddressed, including China’s support for Pakistan during military operations, the extension of CPEC into Afghanistan, and lack of clarity on sharing

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Over 2 Lakh Objections to Bihar Voter Roll

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

The Election Commission (EC) has received more than 200,000 objections from residents in Bihar seeking the removal of their names from the draft voter list. These applications, submitted by 3 p.m. on the closing day, largely stem from duplicate registrations—people registered across multiple polling stations, constituencies, or states. Electoral Integrity Drive These

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Modi Says Disasters Testing the Nation in Mann Ki Baat

By BPN News Desk August 31, 2025

In the 125th episode of Mann Ki Baat on August 31, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the massive destruction caused by heavy monsoon rains across northern states. He said homes had been swept away, bridges destroyed, fields inundated, and vital roads cut off, describing the calamity as a severe test for the […]

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Japan Doubles Investment Target in India Amid U.S. Tariff Pressure

By BPN News Desk August 31, 2025

Japan has pledged ¥10 trillion (around $68 billion) in investments in India over the next ten years, doubling its earlier commitment. The move comes as both countries seek to deepen economic cooperation at a time when U.S. tariffs on Indian exports are creating fresh challenges. Strategic Cooperation Roadmap Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Shigeru Ishiba […]

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Rahul Gandhi Diffuses Protest with Candy Gesture in Bihar

By BPN News Desk August 31, 2025

During his “Voter Adhikar Yatra” in Arrah, Bihar, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi was greeted with black flags by members of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), who protested alleged derogatory remarks made at a previous campaign event. Rather than react aggressively, Gandhi stepped out of his vehicle and responded with an unusual and disarming gesture—offering […]

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India Maintains 6.3–6.8% GDP Forecast Despite U.S. Tariffs

By BPN News Desk August 30, 2025

Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran reaffirmed India’s GDP growth projection for FY2025–26 at 6.3% to 6.8%, despite the U.S. imposing tariffs of up to 50% on Indian goods. He pointed to the economy’s strong start, with the first quarter recording 7.8% growth, as evidence of resilience. The projection also matches the range highlighted in […]

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Sena MP Pushes Back at Navarro’s India Jibe

By BPN News Desk August 30, 2025

White House trade adviser Peter Navarro has again targeted India, calling its discounted oil purchases from Russia a contributing factor to the Ukraine war and backing the U.S.’s newly imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods. He labeled the conflict as “Modi’s war in Ukraine,” accusing India of indirectly fueling the war through its energy trade. […]

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Amit Shah Demands Apology From Rahul Gandhi Over Abusive Slogans

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah demanded that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi publicly apologize for offensive slogans allegedly chanted against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother during the ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ in Bihar. Shah labeled the incident as the “lowest level” of political discourse and urged Gandhi to show remorse if “even

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Rupee Hits Record Low On Mounting U.S. Tariff Pressure

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

The Indian rupee slipped past the ₹88-per-US-dollar mark for the first time, reaching a historic low amid escalating concerns about new U.S. tariffs on Indian imports. Markets are reeling from the added duties, which raise total tariffs to 50%. Growth Expectations Take A Hit Despite India’s strong 6.5% to 7.8% GDP growth earlier in the […]

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GST Reforms Must Safeguard State Revenues, Says Stalin

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin cautioned that Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms cannot genuinely benefit the public unless they protect states’ revenues. He stressed that financial security for states is essential even as the Centre moves ahead with rate rationalisation. States Unite Ahead Of Council Meet Stalin’s remarks came as eight opposition-ruled