International

Trump Announces Tariff Lesser for Pakistan and Bangladesh as Compared to India

By BPN News Desk August 1, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a fresh executive order imposing new “reciprocal tariffs” on over 70 countries, with India facing a higher rate than both Pakistan and Bangladesh. The decision has triggered sharp political reactions and fresh diplomatic unease, especially from India. India to Face 25% Tariff, Neighbours Get Leniency Under the revised

Op-Eds Opinion

So What’s Stopping Modi from Telling Trump to Shove It?

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has just slammed a 25% tariff on Indian exports, publicly chastised India for refusing to drop Russian oil imports, and ridiculed New Delhi with a sly remark about ceasefires. On paper, this is the sort of provocation that would usually trigger a fiery response from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, especially considering […]

Economy National

India to Be Third-Largest Economy, Says Piyush Goyal

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal firmly dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remark labeling India a “dead economy.” Speaking in Parliament, Goyal asserted that India has moved from being among the “Fragile Five” economies to becoming the world’s fastest-growing major economy. He added that India, currently ranked fifth, is on track to become the

International

Trump: Tariffs Make America “Great and Rich Again”

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday defended his sweeping tariff strategy, claiming it has revitalized the American economy. In a social media post, he stated, “Tariffs are making America GREAT & RICH Again,” and added, “One year ago, America was a dead country. Now it is the hottest country anywhere in the world.” Tariffs Target […]

International

Trump Labels India and Russia “Dead Economies”

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump, in a social media post on July 31, called India and Russia “dead economies,” intensifying tensions following his announcement of new tariffs on Indian imports. Trump wrote, “I don’t care what India does with Russia. They can take their dead economies down together, for all I care.” Accuses India of Unfair […]

International

Shehbaz Sharif Hails U.S. Role in New Trade Pact

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed profound thanks to U.S. President Donald Trump for his “leadership role” in finalizing a historic trade agreement between Pakistan and the United States. The deal was announced in Washington late on July 30. Deal Centers on Oil Reserves and Tariff Relief President Trump said the U.S. and Pakistan will […]

International

Trump Hints at India Tariffs, Claims Credit for India‑Pak Truce

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump on July 29 hinted at the possibility of imposing 20–25% tariffs on Indian goods if a trade deal between the two nations is not finalized soon. Speaking at a campaign event, Trump stated that India has historically maintained high tariffs and indicated that the U.S. would not hesitate to respond if […]

International

US‑China Trade Talks in Stockholm Continue Amid Tariff Deadline

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

Trade representatives from the United States and China met for a second consecutive day in Stockholm on July 28–29, 2025, to discuss the extension of a tariff pause set to expire on August 12. Officials from both nations described the atmosphere as open and constructive, signaling progress but stopping short of a final agreement. Trump […]

Business Trade

India–US Trade Talks Miss August 1 Tariff Deadline

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2025

India and the United States have not finalized a bilateral trade deal ahead of the August 1 deadline set under the Trump administration’s new tariff policy. As a result, Indian exporters now face the risk of higher U.S. tariffs ranging from 20% to 25% on key products such as pharmaceuticals, textiles, gems, leather, and seafood. […]

International

Trump and EU Reach Major Trade Deal With 15% Tariffs

By BPN News Desk July 28, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a significant trade agreement on July 27 aimed at easing tensions between the United States and the European Union. As part of the agreement, the U.S. will impose a flat 15% tariff on most European goods—significantly lower than the previously threatened 30%. […]