With the West in Decline and China Distrusted, India, France, Japan, and Australia Must Step Up

By Editor - News Desk June 12, 2025

Editorials Opinion

As the world drifts deeper into geopolitical fragmentation, it’s becoming painfully clear that the post-Cold War order is crumbling. The so-called liberal West, long seen as the steward of global norms, is retreating into protectionism, internal discord, and credibility deficits. On the other

Expert Opinions Opinion

Bleeding in Silence: How India’s Strategic Autonomy Enables Global Inaction on Pakistan’s Terrorism

By BPN News Desk May 10, 2025

India has long championed a foreign policy rooted in strategic autonomy—an approach that prioritizes sovereignty, non-alignment, and independent decision-making over formal alliances or geopolitical bloc politics. This doctrine, deeply rooted in India’s post-colonial identity and Cold War experience, has earned the country a reputation as a responsible power, reluctant to

National Politics

Shashi Tharoor Admits Misjudgment on India’s Russia-Ukraine Stance

By BPN News Desk March 19, 2025

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has acknowledged that his initial opposition to India’s neutral stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict was a misjudgment. Speaking at a recent event, Tharoor admitted that India’s balanced approach has strengthened its global diplomatic position, allowing it to engage with both Russia and Ukraine. Tharoor’s Initial Criticism In February

Breaking Down The News Opinion

Breaking Down The News: Why the U.S. Needs India More Than India Needs the U.S.

By BPN News Desk February 14, 2025

The ofrecent meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again brought U.S.-India relations into sharp focus. From trade and defense to energy and strategic alliances, the discussion signals Washington’s eagerness to bring New Delhi deeper into its fold—particularly to counter China’s growing influence. However, the reality

International

Jaishankar Highlights India’s Expanding Global Role

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2024

India is progressively cementing its influence on the global stage, stated External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. Speaking at a recent event, Jaishankar emphasized the country’s increasing engagements across multiple domains, signaling a strategic shift in its foreign policy approach. India’s Global Aspirations Jaishankar pointed out that India is actively expanding its