Congress Flags Concerns Over US Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

National Politics

The Congress party has criticised the proposed India–United States trade agreement, alleging that certain provisions could affect agriculture, energy policy and data regulation frameworks if safeguards are not built into the final text. Congress Criticism Of US Trade Deal Party leaders said the

International

India Russian Oil Imports Hit 38-Month Low

By BPN News Desk February 7, 2026

India imports of Russian oil fell sharply in December 2025, reaching the lowest level in more than three years as refiners increased purchases from alternative suppliers. The shift reflects ongoing efforts to diversify sourcing and manage price risks amid evolving global supply dynamics. Russian Oil Imports by India Fall In December 2025 Data showed Russian […]

Op-Eds Opinion

$3B Nuclear Fuel Deal With Canada: Preparing Electricity for India’s 2047 Economy

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

India is close to signing a nearly $3 billion long-term uranium supply agreement with Canada. At first glance it sounds like just another energy purchase. But this is not about fixing today’s power cuts. It is about making sure India does not face power shortages twenty years from now when its economy becomes far bigger […]

International

India-US Trade Deal Includes Energy and Investment Terms

By BPN News Desk February 4, 2026

The United States and India have announced a new trade agreement that includes commitments on tariffs, energy supplies and large-scale economic cooperation, following high-level discussions between US and Indian leaders. Trade and Tariff Changes Under the agreement, the United States has agreed to reduce its tariff on Indian goods to about 18 per cent, down […]

Op-Eds Opinion

UAE-India–Russia Axis and Eurasian Trade Power

By BPN News Desk January 31, 2026

From trade routes to power routes, geopolitics has quietly entered a new phase. Control over logistics, energy flows, ports, finance hubs, and settlement systems now shapes influence as much as armies or alliances once did. In this context, the possibility of a UAE–India–Russia axis is not about symbolism or ideological alignment. It is about how […]

Op-Eds Opinion

How India Can Reduce Oil Consumption Through Time-Bound EV Policy Enforcement

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

Introduction India’s energy vulnerability is not electricity scarcity but oil dependence. Despite having adequate national power generation capacity and a steadily strengthening transmission backbone, India remains structurally exposed to global crude oil markets. Petrol and diesel continue to dominate transport energy consumption, making fuel imports a persistent

International

Zelensky Declares Energy Emergency As Cold Bites

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has declared an emergency in the country’s energy sector as severe winter conditions combine with damage to power and heating infrastructure. The decision is aimed at speeding up repairs and ensuring uninterrupted supply of electricity and heat during the cold spell. Power And Heating Disruptions Large parts of Ukraine have faced […]

Op-Eds Opinion

What India Actually Gains From Finding Oil in Abu Dhabi

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

The news that Indian public sector companies have discovered oil in Abu Dhabi has been widely projected as a major breakthrough. Headlines have done what they usually do, suggesting a leap towards energy security and implying that India has struck oil abroad in a way that meaningfully alters its dependence on imports. The reality is […]

National

SHANTI Bill Tabled to Expand India’s Nuclear Capacity

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

The Union government on Monday tabled the amended SHANTI Bill in Parliament, aimed at boosting India’s nuclear power capacity and modernising the country’s nuclear energy framework. The bill seeks to overhaul existing laws governing the sector to support long-term energy security and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. The proposed legislation is designed to accelerate the

National

PM Modi Begins Two-Day Bhutan Visit

By BPN News Desk November 11, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday began a two-day official visit to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, scheduled from November 11 to 12, 2025. The visit aims to strengthen the close friendship and strategic cooperation between India and Bhutan. Visit Agenda During his visit, Modi will attend the 70th birthday celebrations of Bhutan’s former monarch, […]