International

Boat Capsizes Off Mozambique, 3 Indians Dead

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2025

At least three Indian nationals have died after a launch capsized off the coast of Beira, Mozambique, the Indian High Commission confirmed. Five others remain missing, while several were rescued and are receiving medical care. Incident During Crew Transfer Officials said the boat was ferrying crew members to a tanker when it overturned in a […]

National

Indian Peacekeepers “Carved Special Place,” Says Murmu

By BPN News Desk October 17, 2025

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said Indian peacekeepers have “carved a special place for themselves” on the global stage and earned wide goodwill in their missions abroad. Remarks at military conclave Murmu made the remarks during a meeting with chiefs of armies from United Nations troop-contributing countries, held in New Delhi as part of the […]

Op-Eds Opinion

A Barrel from Guyana, a Message to Washington

By BPN News Desk October 17, 2025

India’s oil refineries have just signed their first-ever contracts to buy crude oil from Guyana. On paper, it’s a modest deal — 4 million barrels split between Indian Oil Corporation and Hindustan Petroleum. In practice, it’s the diplomatic equivalent of a wink: a small gesture with a big message. And that message is aimed straight […]

International

India Denies Trump’s Phone Promise Claim

By BPN News Desk October 16, 2025

New Delhi on Thursday rejected US President Donald Trump’s assertion that he had spoken by phone with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during which Modi promised India would halt Russian oil imports. The External Affairs Ministry stated no such call took place. Trump’s original assertions Trump had claimed Modi assured him the halt would be a […]

National

India Stresses Consumer Priority Amid Oil Claim

By BPN News Desk October 16, 2025

New Delhi reiterated that its foremost concern is protecting the interests of Indian consumers, following former President Donald Trump’s claim that Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him India would stop buying Russian oil. Ministry’s statement on energy policy The Ministry of External Affairs said India’s import policies are guided by the goal of ensuring stable […]

Economy National

US Tariffs “Not Major Concern,” Says RBI Head

By BPN News Desk October 16, 2025

Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra has downplayed fears over newly imposed U.S. tariffs, saying they are “not a matter of huge concern.” He asserted that India’s economy, driven largely by domestic factors, is well positioned to absorb external shocks. Strong fundamentals underpin confidence Speaking at the IMF-World Bank meetings in Washington, Malhotra said

National Politics

Rahul Gandhi Slams PM Modi Over Trump Oil Claim

By BPN News Desk October 16, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him that India will stop buying oil from Russia. The Indian government has not confirmed this claim. Rahul’s criticism On hearing Trump’s assertion, Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, lashed out at Modi. He accused the Prime Minister of being “frightened of […]

International

Trump Says PM Modi Had Assured India Will Stop Sourcing Russian Oil

By BPN News Desk October 16, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had assured him India would stop buying oil from Russia. He added that the phase-out would not be immediate but would happen “within a short period.” India’s position unclear The Indian government has not confirmed Trump’s claim. Officials have made no public commitment to cease […]

Cricket Sports

India Complete 2-0 Sweep, Hold Third in WTC

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2025

India wrapped up a 2-0 Test series sweep over the West Indies with a comfortable seven-wicket win in the second Test at Delhi. Chasing 121, India reached the target with ease, thanks to an unbeaten 58 from KL Rahul. In the first Test at Ahmedabad, India dominated with an innings and 140-run victory. Across the […]

Op-Eds Opinion

From Affordable Plans to Lifetime Bills: How TRAI Sold Out India’s Poor to Telecom Giants

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2025

India loves to market itself as the world’s cheapest data destination. And yes, if you’re a TikTok clone addict or binge-watching web series on a budget smartphone, that’s a true blessing. But there’s a cruel irony hidden in this brag: staying connected without data — just to make or receive calls — has never been […]