National

US Trade Delegation to Visit India

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

US trade negotiators will arrive in New Delhi on Tuesday for talks with the Commerce Ministry. The discussions were confirmed by Special Secretary Rajesh Agarwal and will focus on easing trade tensions between the two countries. Aim of the Talks The meeting is expected to address the steep tariffs recently imposed by the US on […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Empty Gestures, Full Grounds: The Hypocrisy of India-Pakistan Cricket

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

The Asia Cup 2025 clash between India and Pakistan ended with more than just runs and wickets. While India registered a convincing victory, the match was overshadowed by symbolic gestures that were meant to signal defiance but left many questioning their real value. Indian players refused to shake hands with their Pakistani counterparts before and […]

Government Policies National

Washington Can’t Match Moscow’s Oil Bargain for India

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

For weeks, Washington has been trying to strong-arm New Delhi into abandoning cheap Russian crude and turning instead to American barrels. Sergio Gor, Trump’s nominee for U.S. Ambassador to India, openly declared that India should open its market to U.S. crude, petroleum, and LNG. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick went further, threatening India with higher tariffs […]

Government Policies National

India Proposes 20-Year Tax Holiday for Data Centres

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

The government has drafted a National Data Centre Policy that includes a tax holiday of up to 20 years for developers. The move aims to attract large-scale investments while boosting capacity, energy efficiency, and employment. Incentives Under the Policy The draft policy proposes GST input tax credits on capital assets such as construction material, electrical […]

Cricket Sports

PCB Protests India’s Refusal to Shake Hands

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has filed a formal protest with the Asian Cricket Council after Indian players declined to shake hands with their Pakistani counterparts following their Asia Cup clash. The PCB described the move as “unsporting” and contrary to cricketing traditions. Incident After the Match At the end of the game, the Pakistan […]

Op-Eds Opinion

No Trade Deal Until Soros Lapdogs Navarro and Bessent Undercut Trump’s Words

By BPN News Desk September 14, 2025

America today is speaking out of both sides of its mouth when it comes to India. On the stage, President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio shower New Delhi with praise, calling India an indispensable partner in stabilizing Asia, a bulwark against Chinese aggression, and a friend that shares democratic values. Sergio Gor backs […]

Defence National

Army Chief Lt Gen KJS Dhillon (Retired) Says India Struck 11 Pakistani Airbases

By BPN News Desk September 14, 2025

Army Chief Lt Gen KJS Dhillon (Retired) revealed that Indian forces executed precision strikes on 11 Pakistani airbases during Operation Sindoor on May 10. He emphasized that the strikes showcased India’s advanced missile and targeting capabilities, with none of the missiles intercepted by Pakistan’s air defence systems. Ceasefire Request from Pakistan According to Lt Gen

Editorials Opinion

For the First Time, My TV Will Be Off for India vs Pakistan

By BPN News Desk September 13, 2025

I have been a cricket fan for more than three decades. Since the 1990s, I have seen almost every match India has played, especially against Pakistan. I have bunked school to catch those tense overs, lied at work to slip away for a quick stream, and even turned down family commitments because nothing matched the […]

Op-Eds Opinion

India’s UN Vote on Two States: France Gains, Israel Loses

By BPN News Desk September 13, 2025

India’s decision to back the UN resolution endorsing the two-state solution for Palestine marked a significant departure from its recent abstentions. In siding with the overwhelming majority at the General Assembly, New Delhi appeared to prioritize its broader global calculus over bilateral sensitivities with Israel. The result was a moment where France gained credibility

Op-Eds Opinion

Why 114 Rafales Are India’s Biggest Defence Signal Since Pokhran II

By BPN News Desk September 13, 2025

India has had a few inflection points that quietly, firmly reset how the world reads New Delhi’s intent. Pokhran II in 1998 was one such moment. A three-decade later echo could arrive if the proposal to build 114 Rafales in India moves from paper to production. This is not only a purchase plan. It is […]