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National

India-US Trade Deal Talks Face Delay

By BPN News Desk
India remains engaged with the United States on a proposed bilateral trade deal, even as officials have acknowledged that uncertainty in Washington could slow progress. The latest comments from India’s commerce establishment suggest that negotiations are continuing, but the final timeline may depend on how trade policy developments unfold on the U.S. side. India-US Trade
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International

Iran Seeks Release Of Seized Ships From India

By BPN News Desk
Iran is seeking the release of three tankers seized by Indian authorities as New Delhi continues talks to secure safe passage for Indian-flagged and India-bound vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route that has come under pressure during the ongoing regional conflict. The issue came up during recent diplomatic discussions between Indian […]
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International

Jaishankar Says Europe Can’t Mirror India-Iran Ties

By BPN News Desk
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has said Europe cannot simply replicate India’s relationship with Iran, stressing that New Delhi’s engagement with Tehran is shaped by its own history, interests and regional context. His remarks come as several countries explore ways to secure commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid continued instability in West Asia.
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National

Jaishankar Says Hormuz Talks Showing Results

By BPN News Desk
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has said India’s talks with Iran on restoring shipping movement through the Strait of Hormuz are beginning to show results, offering some relief amid continuing disruption in one of the world’s most important energy corridors. His remarks come after Indian-flagged vessels were allowed to pass through the route following sustained
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Cricket Sports

Rohit Sharma On India’s Global Cricket Success

By BPN News Desk
India captain Rohit Sharma has expressed optimism about the team’s future following its recent success in global tournaments, saying he hopes the victories mark the beginning of a sustained period of achievement for Indian cricket. His comments came as the team continues to reflect on its recent triumphs on the international stage. Rohit Sharma On […]
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National

Government Bars PNG Users From Retaining LPG Cylinders

By BPN News Desk
The Union government has amended gas supply rules to prevent households with piped natural gas (PNG) connections from retaining or refilling domestic LPG cylinders. The move is aimed at streamlining cooking gas distribution and ensuring that LPG supplies are prioritised for households that do not have access to piped gas networks. Government Bars PNG Users […]
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Op-Eds Opinion

Section 301 Probes Reveal A Larger Question: Who Appointed The United States As Global Trade Referee?

By BPN News Desk
The United States has launched a sweeping investigation under Section 301 of its Trade Act against India and 59 other countries over alleged failures to curb goods produced using forced labour. Washington has once again positioned itself as the arbiter of global trade ethics, using domestic legislation to scrutinize the policies of sovereign nations across […]
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International

Iran Hits Out At US Over Russian Oil

By BPN News Desk
Washington’s temporary easing of restrictions on some Russian oil cargoes has triggered a sharp response from Iran, with Tehran accusing the United States of double standards after earlier pressure on India to reduce purchases from Moscow. The remarks come at a time when the war in West Asia has unsettled global energy markets and pushed […]