International

US Labels India, Pakistan, China Among Drug Transit Countries

By BPN News Desk September 18, 2025

In a “Presidential Determination” submitted to the U.S. Congress, President Donald Trump named 23 countries as major drug transit or illicit drug-producing nations. Among them are India, Pakistan, China, Afghanistan, and Burma (Myanmar). Reasoning Behind the Designation The determination states that these countries are involved in manufacturing or distribution of illicit

Op-Eds Opinion

Dear Milords, Will Every Citizen Get the Vantara-Style 21-Day Justice Delivery?

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

India’s judicial system is often described as a sluggish elephant—majestic, powerful, but painfully slow to move. Cases drag on for decades, files gather dust, and ordinary people wait lifetimes for justice that never comes. And yet, like a flash of lightning in the monsoon sky, the Supreme Court managed to close the Vantara case in […]

Cricket Sports

Rishabh Pant Walking Again, Eyes Return to India Squad

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has begun walking without crutches after his foot injury. His foot is out of the cast, and he is walking comfortably, according to reports. Rehabilitation Begins Pant is expected to enter the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru for rehabilitation. His training will be monitored closely, especially for movements crucial to […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Don’t Let Dhaka Outflank Delhi: Nicobar is India’s Best Answer to US-China Tug-of-War

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

The United States has made its intentions in Bangladesh increasingly clear. From a C-130J Super Hercules landing in Chittagong to exercises like Tiger Lightning-2025 and Pacific Angel, Washington is building presence in a zone that touches both India and Myanmar. Dhaka, under its interim leadership, is seizing the moment. Saint Martin’s Island — a tiny […]

International

India Joins Zapad-2025 Military Drills Amid US Trade Strain

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

India has deployed 65 military personnel, including a battalion from the Kumaon Regiment, to participate in the Zapad-2025 joint exercises organised by Russia and Belarus. The drills ran from 12 to 16 September. Nature and Location of the Drills The drills involved tactical training, company-level cooperation, and special arms exercises. Indian forces took part along […]

International

Trump Wishes Modi Happy Birthday, Modi Affirms US Tie

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump phoned Prime Minister Narendra Modi to wish him a happy 75th birthday. The call was received personally by Modi, who expressed gratitude for Trump’s warm wishes. Modi’s Response & Message Following the call, Prime Minister Modi posted on X (formerly Twitter): “Thank you, my friend, President Trump, for your phone call […]

International

Pakistan Says India Rejected US Role in Ceasefire Talks

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister, Mohammad Ishaq Dar, has stated that India never agreed to any third-party mediation during ceasefire negotiations related to Operation Sindoor. He said that while a ceasefire offer did come via the United States, India insisted that the matter remain strictly bilateral. Dar’s Statement on Dialogue In an interview with Al Jazeera, Dar […]

International

Peter Navarro Criticizes India Over Tariffs, Oil as Trade Talks Start

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

Peter Navarro, U.S. trade adviser, sharply criticized India over its oil purchases from Russia and its high trade barriers. He accused Indian refiners of profiting from unfair trade, claiming that money made from U.S. trade reaches Russian oil markets and ultimately funds weapons. He also called India the “Maharajah of tariffs.” Trade Talks Resuming These […]

Defence National

India Plans Barak-8 Air Defence by 2035

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

India has unveiled a strategic defence plan aiming to cover all strategic facilities across the country with multi-layered air security by 2035. As part of this plan, the Barak-8 medium-range surface-to-air missile system will be integrated. What Is Barak-8 The Barak-8 is an Israeli-Indian joint development. It is designed to intercept aerial threats including aircraft,

Economy National

India’s Trade Deficit Narrows to $26.49B in August

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

India’s merchandise trade deficit eased in August 2025 to US$ 26.49 billion, showing an improvement compared to US$ 27.35 billion in July. The narrowing gap came despite both exports and imports recording a decline, highlighting the slowdown in global trade activity as well as domestic demand pressures. Exports & Imports Decline Exports in August fell […]