International

Trump Rules Out Lowering Tariffs on Indian Goods

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has ruled out lowering tariffs on imports from India. Responding to a reporter’s question, Trump said “no,” making clear that tariff relief is not under consideration. Diplomatic Tone, but Trade Tensions Persist While noting that the U.S. maintains good relations with India, Trump repeated his view that trade between the two […]

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U.S. Congressman Ro Khanna Criticizes Trump Tariffs on India

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

U.S. Congressman Ro Khanna has voiced strong criticism against President Donald Trump’s decision to impose 50% tariffs on Indian goods. Khanna described the move as a serious setback that could undo decades of bipartisan efforts to strengthen the U.S.–India partnership. He emphasized that trade should not be turned into a political weapon, warning that such […]

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Trump Says India Offered to Cut Tariffs to ‘Nothing,’ but ‘Too Late’

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that India has offered to reduce tariffs on American goods to “nothing.” He argued that the move comes “too late,” describing the long-standing U.S.–India trade relationship as a “totally one-sided disaster.” Trump alleged that India had imposed some of the highest tariffs globally, restricting American exports for years. Response to

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Trump Defends Tariffs After Court Ruling

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump defended his wide-ranging tariff program after a federal appeals court declared most of the duties illegal. Trump argued that tariffs are critical to safeguarding America’s economy and national security, warning that without them, “our country would be completely destroyed.” He also thanked a lone Obama-appointed judge who dissented from the

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Peter Navarro Targets India with Casteist and Trade Attacks

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

White House trade adviser Peter Navarro has reignited controversy by claiming that India is acting as a “laundromat for the Kremlin” through its purchases of discounted Russian oil. Navarro alleged that members of India’s Brahmin community are “profiteering at the expense of the Indian people,” remarks he used to justify the Trump administration’s new 50% […]

Economy National

India Maintains 6.3–6.8% GDP Forecast Despite U.S. Tariffs

By BPN News Desk August 30, 2025

Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran reaffirmed India’s GDP growth projection for FY2025–26 at 6.3% to 6.8%, despite the U.S. imposing tariffs of up to 50% on Indian goods. He pointed to the economy’s strong start, with the first quarter recording 7.8% growth, as evidence of resilience. The projection also matches the range highlighted in […]

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Brazil Avoids Immediate Retaliation Over U.S. Tariffs

By BPN News Desk August 30, 2025

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said he is in “no rush” to respond to the newly imposed 50% U.S. tariffs, stressing that negotiation is preferable to confrontation. While Brazil is evaluating options, Lula emphasized that his government does not want an escalation that could harm trade relations. Reviewing Reciprocity Law Brazil’s Foreign Trade […]

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Court Rules Trump’s Emergency Tariffs Illegal

By BPN News Desk August 30, 2025

A federal appeals court has ruled that most of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs—imposed under emergency powers—were illegal. The court concluded that these measures exceeded the authority granted by the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), which does not authorize the president to impose tariffs without explicit congressional approval. The decision

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Rupee Hits Record Low On Mounting U.S. Tariff Pressure

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

The Indian rupee slipped past the ₹88-per-US-dollar mark for the first time, reaching a historic low amid escalating concerns about new U.S. tariffs on Indian imports. Markets are reeling from the added duties, which raise total tariffs to 50%. Growth Expectations Take A Hit Despite India’s strong 6.5% to 7.8% GDP growth earlier in the […]

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Jefferies Reports Links Tariffs On India To Trump’s Personal Frustration

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Investment bank Jefferies reports that the U.S. decision to impose 50% tariffs on Indian goods stems largely from President Trump’s “personal pique” over being denied a role in mediating the India-Pakistan conflict. The unprecedented tariffs are seen as a reaction to that frustration. Economic Cost To India Projected At $55–60 Billion Jefferies’ strategist Chris Wood, […]