International

India, US in Active Trade Deal Talks

By BPN News Desk July 25, 2025

India and the United States are currently engaged in active negotiations to finalise a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA). The government informed Parliament that five rounds of discussions have taken place so far, though no official deal has been signed yet. Key Issues Remain Unresolved While both sides are keen on reaching an agreement, a breakthrough […]

International

India, UK Sign Landmark Free Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk July 24, 2025

India and the United Kingdom have signed a major Free Trade Agreement (FTA), marking a new chapter in bilateral economic ties. The agreement was finalized during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the UK on July 24, 2025, after nearly three years of negotiations. Tariff Reductions on Key Goods Under the new deal, India will […]

Business Markets

Asia Markets Mixed Ahead of US Tariff Deadline

By BPN News Desk July 22, 2025

Asian stock markets traded mixed on July 22, 2025, as investors awaited clarity on US trade tariffs and upcoming corporate earnings. Market sentiment was cautious across the region amid global economic uncertainty and political developments. Japan Slips After Election Setback Japan’s Nikkei 225 edged down 0.1% after the ruling coalition failed to retain a majority […]

International

US Senator Threatens Tariffs Over Russian Oil

By BPN News Desk July 22, 2025

United States Senator Lindsey Graham has issued a strong warning to countries buying discounted Russian oil, specifically naming India, China, and Brazil. He threatened to impose 100% tariffs on imports from these nations, accusing them of helping fund Russia’s war efforts by purchasing crude oil at below-market prices. “We’ll Crush Your Economy,” Says Graham Speaking […]

International

India–US Trade Talks End Without Deal Yet

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

Indian negotiators have returned from Washington after completing the fifth round of bilateral trade discussions with the United States. Despite extended talks and optimism on both sides, no interim agreement was reached. With the August 1 tariff deadline looming, businesses in both countries are on edge. The Indian delegation engaged with U.S. officials on a […]

International

Trump Warns BRICS Nations of New 10% Tariffs

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

US President Donald Trump has once again threatened to impose an additional 10% tariff on imports from BRICS countries, accusing the group of promoting policies that undermine the United States. Speaking during a public address after signing a new cryptocurrency regulation bill, Trump warned that any nation engaging in what he called “anti-American” trade moves […]

International

US Nears Trade Deal With India Before August Tariffs

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2025

The United States and India are reportedly close to finalising a bilateral trade agreement ahead of the August 1 deadline set by President Donald Trump for the implementation of new tariffs. Negotiators from India’s Commerce Ministry are currently in Washington to hold final-stage discussions, with both sides aiming to resolve key differences in time to […]

International

India–US Trade Deal on Lines of Indonesia Pact

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

US President Donald Trump has confirmed that trade discussions with India are progressing and are being shaped along similar lines to the recently announced US–Indonesia trade agreement. The Indonesia deal includes tariff cuts, major purchases of US energy and agricultural goods, and the acquisition of American aircraft. Trump indicated that India is “working along

International

Trump Hints at Trade Deal with Indonesia

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new trade agreement with Indonesia, calling it a “great deal for everybody.” The announcement follows Trump’s earlier threat to impose a 32% tariff on Indonesian imports starting August 1. The new understanding, as described by Trump, would avert the tariff and strengthen bilateral economic ties. Trump claimed he […]

International

Russia Shrugs Off Trump’s Tariff Threat

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

Russia has dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent ultimatum threatening 100% secondary tariffs on countries that continue to engage in trade with Moscow, including purchases of oil and gas. A top Russian official described the warning as “theatrical” and claimed that such pressure tactics would have no effect on the Kremlin’s policies. Trump’s 50-Day Deadline […]