Kejriwal Challenges PM Modi to Counter US Tariffs With 75% Duty

By BPN News Desk September 8, 2025

National Politics

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to show “courage” and retaliate against the U.S. by imposing a 75% tariff on all American imports. This was in response to recent U.S. tariffs—up to 50%—on Indian exports. Farmers Under Threat from

International

Trump Threatens 200% Tariff on China Over Magnet Supply

By BPN News Desk August 26, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Washington could impose a 200% tariff on rare-earth magnets imported from China if Beijing fails to resume adequate supply. He made the statement during talks with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung at the White House. Strategic Importance of Magnets Rare-earth magnets are vital components in defense equipment, electric vehicles,

National

EAM Jaishankar Slams Trump’s 50% Tariff as ‘Funny’

By BPN News Desk August 23, 2025

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar strongly criticised U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 50% tariff on Indian goods. Speaking at the Economic Times World Leaders Forum in Delhi, he said it was “funny” for a pro-business government to accuse others of doing trade. Jaishankar added that the U.S. and Europe themselves continue to […]

International

Peter Navarro Blasts India Over Russian Oil Tariff Stance

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2025

U.S. trade adviser Peter Navarro launched a strong attack on India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. Speaking to reporters, he called India the “Maharaja of tariffs” and accused New Delhi of running a “profiteering scheme” at the cost of global stability. Navarro made it clear that Washington would go ahead with its planned punitive tariffs […]

International

U.S. Affirms India Remains a Strategic Partner

By BPN News Desk August 8, 2025

The United States has reaffirmed that India remains a vital strategic partner, even amid rising tensions over trade. The U.S. State Department emphasized its commitment to maintaining “full and frank dialogue” with India, focusing on resolving disagreements constructively. Trade Tensions Spark Dialogue Recent U.S. tariffs on Indian goods—linked to India’s continued

Economy National

Moody’s Says Strong Domestic Demand to Cushion Tariff Impact

By BPN News Desk August 8, 2025

Global ratings agency Moody’s has said that India’s resilient domestic demand will help soften the economic impact of recently imposed U.S. tariffs. In its latest assessment, Moody’s noted that while the new trade penalties could slow growth slightly, the overall outlook for the Indian economy remains steady. Limited Growth Slowdown Moody’s projects that India’s real […]

Business Industry

Trump Threatens 100% Tariff on Foreign-Made Chips

By BPN News Desk August 7, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on computer chips made outside the United States if chip manufacturers do not shift production to American soil. The statement marks a significant escalation in his push to bring semiconductor manufacturing back to the U.S., as part of his broader economic agenda ahead […]

International

Trump Imposes 50% Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil

By BPN News Desk August 6, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed an additional 25% tariff on Indian goods, raising the total tariff level to 50%. The decision comes in response to India’s continued purchase of crude oil from Russia, which Trump claims is indirectly helping fund the war in Ukraine. India Accused of Profiting from Russian Oil Trump alleged that […]

National

Centre Urges Exporters to Build Indian Brands Amid Tariff Blow

By BPN News Desk August 4, 2025

In response to the United States’ decision to impose a 25% tariff on Indian exports under President Donald Trump’s revised trade stance, the Indian government is now pushing exporters to focus on creating and promoting homegrown brands. The call was made during high-level consultations between top officials from the Ministry of Commerce and industry

National

MEA Says India–US Ties Strong Despite Tariff Strain

By BPN News Desk August 2, 2025

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has reaffirmed that India’s strategic partnership with the United States remains stable and resilient, even after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on Indian imports. India Responds Calmly to Tariff Move Addressing the media, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India is carefully reviewing the impact of the […]