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Congress MP Shashi Tharoor Warns Tariffs Will Hurt Indian Exports

By BPN News Desk August 6, 2025

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has strongly criticized the United States’ recent decision to raise tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 50%, warning that such a move will make Indian exports unaffordable for American consumers. He called the additional penalty a political tactic, rather than a fair economic decision. Tariffs Spark Tension The United States […]

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 […]

International

Trump Unaware of U.S. Imports of Russian Fertilisers

By BPN News Desk August 6, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has said he is unaware of any Russian fertilizers being imported into the United States. When asked about India’s claim that the U.S. continues to trade with Russia in key sectors, Trump responded, “I don’t know anything about it. We will have to check.” His remarks came amid rising tensions between […]

National

India Tariffs Lower Than Sri Lanka, Thailand

By BPN News Desk August 6, 2025

India’s average tariff on goods imported from the United States in 2023 stood at 6.1 %, making it lower than those imposed by several other Asian countries. Sri Lanka charged 8.4 % on U.S. goods, while Thailand levied 6.9 %. These figures directly challenge claims that India is overly protectionist when it comes to trade with the U.S. […]

International

Russia Slams U.S. Tariffs, Calls It “Neocolonial Agenda”

By BPN News Desk August 5, 2025

Russia has sharply criticized the United States after recent tariff threats were issued against India over its continued purchase of Russian oil. The Russian Foreign Ministry described the move as part of a “neocolonial agenda,” accusing Washington of trying to dominate international trade through coercion and intimidation. Trump Warns of Higher Duties on Indian Goods […]

International

Trump Accuses India of Reselling Russian Oil, Warns of Tariffs

By BPN News Desk August 4, 2025

United States President Donald Trump has accused India of buying large volumes of crude oil from Russia and reselling it in international markets at a profit. Speaking at a campaign-style event, Trump suggested that the practice was undermining global sanctions on Russia and declared he would consider raising tariffs on Indian goods if the issue […]

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

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Pakistan and Iran Set $8 Billion Trade Target

By BPN News Desk August 4, 2025

Pakistan and Iran have agreed to significantly expand their bilateral trade, setting a new annual target of USD 8 billion. The decision was reached during Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s official visit to Pakistan, where he met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and top Pakistani officials. Trade Ministers Reach New Understanding Pakistan’s Commerce Minister Jam Kamal

International

Pakistan and Iran Set $8 Billion Trade Target

By BPN News Desk August 4, 2025

Pakistan and Iran have agreed to significantly expand their bilateral trade, setting a new annual target of USD 8 billion. The decision was reached during Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s official visit to Pakistan, where he met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and top Pakistani officials. Trade Ministers Reach New Understanding Pakistan’s Commerce Minister Jam Kamal

National

MEA Dismisses Rumours on Reviewing US Trade Pacts

By BPN News Desk August 4, 2025

The Ministry of External Affairs has rejected social media rumours that India is reviewing trade agreements or imposing duties on goods from the United States in response to recent tariff actions. No Change in Tariff Policy, Says Government In an official clarification, the government stated that no such review is being carried out and no […]