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Eurasian Balancing Act: Cheap Russian Barrels, Costly U.S. Tariffs, and India’s Path to Real Autonomy

By BPN News Desk August 20, 2025

Russia’s five percent oil discount looks tempting on paper, but the numbers show why it cannot outweigh Donald Trump’s tariff barrage. Russia supplies about 1.5 million barrels per day to India — roughly 35 percent of our crude basket. At Brent levels of 66–70 dollars, the discount works out to 2.7–3.3 dollars per barrel. Multiply […]

International

Russia Assures India Amid U.S. Tariff Pressure

By BPN News Desk August 20, 2025

Russia has assured India that it will help absorb Indian exports struggling to enter the United States after Washington imposed steep tariffs on a wide range of goods. The move comes at a time when New Delhi faces pressure due to its continued imports of Russian oil, which has triggered trade tensions with Washington. Alternative […]

Business

Nayara Shifts Fuel Transfers Offshore to Maintain Exports

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

Faced with European Union sanctions, Nayara Energy has turned to offshore fuel transfers—shifting shipments mid-sea between tankers—to keep exports moving despite restrictions on shipping services. Sanctions Disrupt Supply Chains EU sanctions introduced in July targeted Nayara’s Vadinar refinery, curbing its ability to export refined products due to reduced access to

National

India Launches 4-Pillar Export Strategy Amid US Tariffs

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

The government has rolled out a four-pillar export strategy to counter the impact of steep US tariffs on Indian goods and strengthen the country’s trade position globally. Strategy Framework The plan focuses on four core areas: Enhancing export competitiveness by improving production efficiency and reducing costs. Promoting exports through greater visibility in global

Defence National

India’s Defence Output Hits Record ₹1.5 Lakh Crore

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

India’s defence production reached a record ₹1,50,590 crore in the financial year 2024–25, marking an 18% increase from the previous year’s ₹1.27 lakh crore. Compared to 2019–20, production has nearly doubled, showing a 90% growth that highlights rapid expansion in domestic manufacturing. Why It Matters This milestone reflects India’s growing self-reliance in defence,

National

PM Modi Says India Prepared to Protect Farmers’ Interests

By BPN News Desk August 7, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured that India is ready to safeguard the interests of its farmers and economy following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of an additional 25% tariff on Indian agricultural exports. The Prime Minister made the statement while addressing a public rally in Uttar Pradesh, emphasizing that India is prepared to handle […]

Expert Opinions

The 50% Wall: Why India Must Now Redraw Its Global Trade Map

By BPN News Desk August 7, 2025

When Donald Trump signed the executive order imposing a 50% tariff on Indian imports, it wasn’t just a headline move. It was a sledgehammer to India’s export engine. For a nation that shipped nearly $87 billion worth of goods to the U.S. in 2024, this tariff isn’t just punitive, it’s paralysing. The reason? India’s continued […]

National

Anand Mahindra Urges Two-Step Strategy Amid US Tariff Hike

By BPN News Desk August 7, 2025

Indian business leader Anand Mahindra has suggested a focused two-step strategy to turn the latest U.S. trade move into an opportunity. His comments come in the wake of President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 25% additional tariff on certain Indian imports, a move that has created uncertainty for Indian exporters and raised concerns across the […]

National

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor Warns Tariffs Will Hurt Indian Exports

By BPN News Desk August 6, 2025

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has strongly criticized the United States’ recent decision to raise tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 50%, warning that such a move will make Indian exports unaffordable for American consumers. He called the additional penalty a political tactic, rather than a fair economic decision. Tariffs Spark Tension The United States […]

International

Ukraine Flags Use of Indian Components in Russian Drones

By BPN News Desk August 6, 2025

Ukraine has informed India and the European Union that electronic parts made or assembled in India were found inside drones used by Russian forces. The drones, identified as Shahed-136 models, have been used in several strikes across Ukrainian territory in recent months. The discovery was made during forensic investigations of downed drones. What Was Found […]