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US Analyst Urges Trump: Zero Tariffs, Apologize to India

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

U.S. trade analyst Edward Price criticized President Donald Trump’s decision to impose steep tariffs on Indian imports. He called the move “irrational” and warned that such actions could destabilize one of America’s most important partnerships. Calls for Apology and Reset Price urged Trump to completely remove the tariffs and formally apologize to India. He stressed […]

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Breaking Down The News: Ukraine Runs on Russian Crude, But Indian Refineries Get the Blame

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

Ukraine today finds itself in an extraordinary irony. On the battlefield and in civilian life, diesel is the fuel that keeps the country running. Yet with its own refineries crippled by Russian missile strikes, Kyiv has become almost entirely dependent on imports to meet its needs. In July 2025, India suddenly emerged as Ukraine’s largest […]

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Trump Rules Out Lowering Tariffs on Indian Goods

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has ruled out lowering tariffs on imports from India. Responding to a reporter’s question, Trump said “no,” making clear that tariff relief is not under consideration. Diplomatic Tone, but Trade Tensions Persist While noting that the U.S. maintains good relations with India, Trump repeated his view that trade between the two […]

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U.S. Congressman Ro Khanna Criticizes Trump Tariffs on India

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

U.S. Congressman Ro Khanna has voiced strong criticism against President Donald Trump’s decision to impose 50% tariffs on Indian goods. Khanna described the move as a serious setback that could undo decades of bipartisan efforts to strengthen the U.S.–India partnership. He emphasized that trade should not be turned into a political weapon, warning that such […]

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From Turkey to Azerbaijan: India’s Pattern of Blocking Pakistan’s Allies in Eurasia

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

Azerbaijan’s sudden outburst over its failed SCO membership bid would almost be amusing if it weren’t such a familiar story. Baku claims that India unfairly blocked its path to becoming a full member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, painting itself as the shocked victim of geopolitical bullying. But strip away the theatrics, and the real […]

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Trump Adviser Urges India to Align with U.S., Not Russia

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2025

White House trade adviser Peter Navarro sharply criticized Prime Minister Modi’s meeting with Russia’s Putin and China’s Xi at the latest SCO summit, calling it a “shame.” Navarro urged India to reconsider its diplomatic posture, stating, “we hope he comes around to seeing that he needs to be with us and not Russia.” His remarks […]

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Jake Sullivan: Trump Sacrificed India Ties for Pakistan Deals

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2025

Former U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has alleged that Donald Trump weakened America’s long-standing strategic partnership with India to advance his family’s business interests in Pakistan. Sullivan described this as a “huge strategic harm,” stressing that India is vital for U.S. goals in technology, regional balance, and global partnerships. Pakistan

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PM Modi Invites SCO Members Into India’s Growth Story

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

At the SCO Summit in Tianjin, Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited member countries to join “India’s journey of development.” He said India’s approach of “reform, perform, transform” reflects not only its domestic priorities but also its growing role in the global economy. Modi highlighted that India seeks partnerships to expand trade, investment, and innovation across

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Trump Says India Offered to Cut Tariffs to ‘Nothing,’ but ‘Too Late’

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that India has offered to reduce tariffs on American goods to “nothing.” He argued that the move comes “too late,” describing the long-standing U.S.–India trade relationship as a “totally one-sided disaster.” Trump alleged that India had imposed some of the highest tariffs globally, restricting American exports for years. Response to

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From Brazil to Bharat: Why India’s E20 Gamble is Built on Half-Truths

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

India’s government has hailed the rollout of E20 petrol — a blend of 20 percent ethanol with petrol — as a “historic step” towards energy independence and climate responsibility. But on the ground, the reality is less inspiring. Drivers are confused, manufacturers have made U-turns in their statements, and complaints about mileage and performance are […]