Approval Ratings Tell the Story: Trump Has Never Been Weaker

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2025

Op-Eds Opinion

For Donald Trump, the numbers have always been the story. From the crowd sizes he boasts about to the stock market ticks he claims as personal victories, metrics are central to the image of strength he cultivates. But this month, one set of numbers cuts through all the bluster: his approval

International

Putin Backs Modi, Calls Out U.S. Over Tariffs

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin on October 2, 2025, offered strong praise for India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying Modi is a “balanced and wise” leader and describing their relationship as trustworthy. He spoke at the Valdai Discussion Club in Sochi, where he sharply criticized U.S. efforts to pressure India over its oil trade with Russia. […]

Industry

India’s Coal Imports from Russia Hit Two‑Year High in May

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

India’s thermal coal imports from Russia surged to 1.3 million tonnes in May, marking a 52% month-on-month increase—the highest monthly volume in two years. This surge reflects a strategic shift in sourcing, driven by cost advantages, rising quality, and diversification of energy imports. Coal Import Surge In May, India imported a record 1.3 million tonnes of Russian […]

International

Russia’s Lavrov Cancels India Visit Amid Diplomatic Tensions

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has abruptly called off a high-level visit to India, citing a compressed schedule and other official engagements. The cancellation has sparked speculation about shifting geopolitical dynamics, particularly as Russia recalibrates its foreign policy amid global tensions. Sudden Cancellation Raises Eyebrows Lavrov’s visit was planned as