International

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

International

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

Op-Eds Opinion

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 […]

International

Peter Navarro Targets India with Casteist and Trade Attacks

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

White House trade adviser Peter Navarro has reignited controversy by claiming that India is acting as a “laundromat for the Kremlin” through its purchases of discounted Russian oil. Navarro alleged that members of India’s Brahmin community are “profiteering at the expense of the Indian people,” remarks he used to justify the Trump administration’s new 50% […]

International

Modi, Xi Agree to Cooperate Against Cross-Border Terrorism

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged cross-border terrorism as a “priority” in his bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. India’s Foreign Secretary, Vikram Misri, reported that Modi highlighted how terrorism affects both nations and stressed the importance of mutual support in combating it.

International

SCO Must Shoulder Greater Responsibility for Regional Peace

By BPN News Desk August 31, 2025

Chinese President Xi Jinping, addressing a banquet in Tianjin attended by nearly 20 world leaders, said the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) must assume “greater responsibilities” in safeguarding peace and stability across Eurasia. He noted that the forum should not only focus on security but also take the lead in driving shared economic growth and sustainable […]

International

India-China Leaders Reaffirm Partnership at SCO Summit

By BPN News Desk August 31, 2025

During their meeting at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping stressed that India and China are “partners, not rivals.” Xi assured that China poses no threat to India, while Modi emphasized that bilateral ties should not be defined by third-party perspectives. Border

National

Japan Doubles Investment Target in India Amid U.S. Tariff Pressure

By BPN News Desk August 31, 2025

Japan has pledged ¥10 trillion (around $68 billion) in investments in India over the next ten years, doubling its earlier commitment. The move comes as both countries seek to deepen economic cooperation at a time when U.S. tariffs on Indian exports are creating fresh challenges. Strategic Cooperation Roadmap Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Shigeru Ishiba […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Trump and His Minions Rage, Modi Stays Silent – Because Silence Is Golden

By BPN News Desk August 30, 2025

The week has been filled with the predictable chorus of noise from Washington’s most loyal Trump allies. Peter Navarro dusted off his megaphone to declare that Ukraine’s conflict is somehow “Modi’s war,” as if New Delhi were secretly pulling strings in Eastern Europe. Scott Bessent, never to be left behind, accused India of “profiteering” on […]

National Politics

Sena MP Pushes Back at Navarro’s India Jibe

By BPN News Desk August 30, 2025

White House trade adviser Peter Navarro has again targeted India, calling its discounted oil purchases from Russia a contributing factor to the Ukraine war and backing the U.S.’s newly imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods. He labeled the conflict as “Modi’s war in Ukraine,” accusing India of indirectly fueling the war through its energy trade. […]