National

India, US Close to Interim Trade Deal on Tariffs

By BPN News Desk December 15, 2025

India and the United States are close to finalising an interim trade agreement aimed at lowering reciprocal tariffs, Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal said, while making it clear that both sides do not want to commit to a fixed timeline. The talks are part of ongoing efforts to resolve long-standing trade frictions and create a more […]

Technology

India Ranks Third in Stanford AI Vibrancy Index

By BPN News Desk December 15, 2025

India has been ranked third globally in the Stanford AI Vibrancy Index, highlighting the country’s growing influence in the field of artificial intelligence. The index assesses nations on multiple parameters including research output, talent availability, innovation, investment, and adoption of AI technologies across sectors. India placed behind only the United States and

National

India Denies Use of Its Soil Against Bangladesh

By BPN News Desk December 15, 2025

India on Sunday firmly rejected allegations made by Bangladesh that Indian territory was being used for activities hostile to Dhaka. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the claims were baseless and categorically denied that India had ever allowed its soil to be used against Bangladesh or its people. Responding to the summons issued by […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Messi for the Powerful, Stands for the Public: How India’s Elites Hijacked a Football Icon

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2025

Lionel Messi’s visit to India was marketed as a celebration of football, a once-in-a-generation moment for fans who have followed his career through late-night matches, grainy streams, and emotional highs and lows. What unfolded instead was a carefully choreographed VIP tour where power, privilege, and political optics took precedence over the very people who gave […]

National

Nearly 9 Lakh Indians Gave Up Citizenship in Five Years

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2025

The Union government has informed Parliament that close to nine lakh Indians renounced their citizenship over the last five years, reflecting a steady rise in the number of people opting for foreign nationality. The data was shared by the Ministry of External Affairs in response to a parliamentary question, covering the period from 2019 to […]

International

India–China Talks Described as Timely and Productive

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2025

Senior diplomatic talks between India and China have been described as timely and productive, with both sides engaging on key bilateral and regional issues. The discussions were held between Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s successor, Secretary (East) P. Kumaran Ghosh, and senior Chinese officials, amid ongoing efforts to stabilise relations following years of

International

US Lawmakers Seek to Roll Back Trump’s India Tariffs

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2025

A group of US lawmakers has introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives seeking to end tariffs imposed on Indian goods under President Donald Trump’s administration. The move reflects growing concern within the US Congress that the duties are increasing costs for American consumers and businesses while straining trade ties with India. Details of […]

National

Cabinet Approves Census of India 2027 Scheme

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2025

The Union Cabinet has approved the scheme for conducting the Census of India 2027, clearing the way for the country’s next nationwide population count. The decision marks a key step in restarting the decennial census exercise, which was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The government has approved an overall expenditure of ₹11,718.24 crore for […]

International

India Fast-Tracks Business Visas for Chinese Executives

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2025

India has decided to fast-track business and professional visas for Chinese executives and technical experts as part of efforts to attract foreign investment and ease operational bottlenecks for industry. The move involves simplifying procedures and removing additional layers of security clearance that had slowed down approvals in recent years. Officials said visa

Cricket Sports

Suryakumar Owns Up After India’s Batting Collapse

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2025

India suffered a heavy defeat in the second T20 International against South Africa as the hosts chased a stiff target unsuccessfully, allowing the visitors to level the series. South Africa posted a strong total after batting first, putting sustained pressure on the Indian bowling attack. In reply, India’s chase never gathered momentum as wickets fell […]