Washington Wants VanDyke Back. India Should Demand Answers First

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2026

Op-Eds Opinion

Matthew Aaron VanDyke did not arrive in India’s Northeast with the résumé of an innocent backpacker. The American founder of Sons of Liberty International had already moved through some of the world’s most violent theatres, from Libya to Ukraine, before Indian investigators say he

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India Rejects USCIRF Call for RSS Sanctions

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2026

India has rejected a call by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) for sanctions against members of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), accusing the US federal advisory body of bias and questioning its credibility. India Rejects USCIRF Call for RSS Sanctions External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said USCIRF had

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India Rejects US Criticism of FCRA Bill

By BPN News Desk August 7, 2026

India has rejected criticism from US Congressman Riley Moore over the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, saying laws governing foreign funding are an internal matter to be decided by Parliament. The response followed Moore’s claim that the legislation could adversely affect churches and Christian charities. India Rejects US Criticism of FCRA

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Why Is Washington Defending India’s Conversion Machine?

By BPN News Desk August 5, 2026

An American congressman has decided that India’s attempt to regulate foreign-funded organisations is not merely a domestic legislative matter but a potential problem in India–US relations. Republican Representative Riley Moore has described the proposed FCRA amendments as a “clear attack against Christians,” alleged that they could permit the Indian government to take

International

Trump May Visit India In Early 2027

By BPN News Desk June 27, 2026

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has indicated that President Donald Trump could visit India in early 2027 as New Delhi and Washington continue efforts to finalise a trade agreement. The remarks point to renewed diplomatic momentum in India-US ties amid high-level negotiations on economic and strategic cooperation. Trump India Visit In 2027 Rubio said […]

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PM Modi Warns Of Trust Deficit At G7

By BPN News Desk June 17, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the G7 Outreach Session in France that the world is facing a serious “trust deficit,” calling mutual trust the most important foundation for global cooperation. His remarks came as he attended the summit in Evian, where US President Donald Trump was also present. Modi G7 Trust Deficit Remark Addressing world […]

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MEA Denies Ajit Doval Rubio Meeting Report

By BPN News Desk February 5, 2026

India’s Ministry of External Affairs has rejected media reports claiming National Security Adviser Ajit Doval held a meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, calling the information inaccurate. MEA Denies Ajit Doval Rubio Meeting The MEA said no such meeting took place and clarified that the reported interaction between Ajit Doval and Marco Rubio […]

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Ajit Doval Told US India Won’t Be Pressured – Report

By BPN News Desk February 5, 2026

India conveyed to the United States that its strategic decisions would not be influenced by political pressure, according to a report describing discussions between National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and US Senator Marco Rubio during a diplomatic exchange. Ajit Doval Rubio Meeting During the interaction, Ajit Doval reportedly told Rubio that India follows an independent

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PM Modi and Elon Musk Discuss Space and Innovation in Washington

By BPN News Desk February 14, 2025

During his two-day visit to the United States, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk in Washington, D.C. The meeting focused on topics such as space exploration, technological innovation, and potential collaborations in emerging technologies. Prime Minister Modi described the meeting as “very good,” highlighting discussions on

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India-US Relations Poised to Focus on Future Technologies

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2025

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized the evolving trajectory of India-US relations, stating that the partnership would increasingly center around advancements in technology and innovation. Speaking at a recent event, Jaishankar highlighted the growing importance of collaboration in critical areas like artificial intelligence, space exploration, and emerging