India Condemns Demolition of Hindu Deity Statue

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

International

India has strongly condemned the demolition of a Hindu deity statue in a disputed border area between Thailand and Cambodia, saying the act was disrespectful and hurt the religious sentiments of followers around the world. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs described the incident as deeply

International

Bangladesh Says Yunus Working to Improve India Ties

By BPN News Desk December 24, 2025

Bangladesh’s interim government on Wednesday said it is taking steps to improve diplomatic and economic relations with India, even as tensions rise following violent unrest and the killing of a youth leader earlier this month. The comments came from Salehuddin Ahmed, the finance adviser to the interim administration led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, as […]

International

New Zealand Minister Calls India Trade Deal a “Bad Deal”

By BPN News Desk December 23, 2025

New Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters has sharply criticised the recently concluded India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, calling it a “bad deal” and arguing that it does not adequately protect New Zealand’s core economic interests. Peters said the agreement failed to secure meaningful access for key New Zealand exports, particularly dairy products, which remain

National

India Will Not Open Dairy Sector to Free Trade: Goyal

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

India has made it clear that its dairy sector will remain protected and will not be opened up to free trade, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said after India concluded a free trade agreement (FTA) with New Zealand on December 22, 2025. The comment was aimed at calming concerns about sensitive agricultural sectors as […]

International

India and New Zealand Conclude Free Trade Agreement

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

India and New Zealand have concluded negotiations on a long-awaited Free Trade Agreement, marking a major step in strengthening economic ties between the two countries. The agreement is expected to significantly expand bilateral trade and investment once it comes into force, following formal signing and domestic approval processes. Key Features of the Trade Deal Under […]

National

India Emerges as Key Driver of Global Oil Demand

By BPN News Desk December 21, 2025

Global oil demand is now expected to grow beyond 2030, with India emerging as a major source of this increase, according to the latest energy outlooks. Analysts say shifting energy patterns, slower growth in developed economies, and ongoing reliance on oil are pushing the anticipated global demand peak further into the future. India’s Growing Role […]

Cricket Sports

India Name T20 World Cup Squad, Gill, Jitesh Omitted

By BPN News Desk December 20, 2025

India’s cricket selectors have announced the 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 and the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand, with several notable selections and omissions. The team will be led by Suryakumar Yadav, with Axar Patel named as the vice-captain. Key inclusions and exclusions Among the biggest news is the […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Why Does Rahul Gandhi Keep Meeting Figures Linked to George Soros?

By BPN News Desk December 20, 2025

This is not a conspiracy theory, nor is it an allegation of illegality or treason. It is a legitimate political question arising from a specific and recent event that deserves clarity. Just yesterday, Rahul Gandhi, India’s Leader of the Opposition, addressed an audience at the Hertie School in Berlin during his visit to Germany. The […]

Cricket Sports

India Beat South Africa to Win T20I Series

By BPN News Desk December 19, 2025

India defeated South Africa by 30 runs in the fifth and final T20 International at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, sealing the five-match series 3–1. The win capped a strong home performance for India in the 2025–26 T20I series against the touring South African team. India Post Strong Total India batted first and put […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Dear Bangladesh, Blame India If You Want, But Fix Your Politics First

By BPN News Desk December 19, 2025

Grief has a way of demanding villains before it demands facts. In Bangladesh today, that villain is once again India, summoned reflexively even as the most basic questions remain unanswered at home. Let us put one thing on the table immediately and without diplomatic sugarcoating. India is not in the business of killing mosquitos abroad. […]