International

US Sets 15% Tariff on South Korean Imports

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

The United States has finalized a new trade agreement with South Korea, introducing a 15% tariff on South Korean imports starting August 1. This tariff replaces a previously threatened 25% duty and was confirmed by President Donald Trump as part of a broader effort to rebalance trade and secure long-term economic cooperation between the two […]

Business Markets

Markets Slump as Trump Slaps 25% Tariff on India

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

Indian stock markets declined after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on imports from India starting August 1. The new trade measure, coupled with a penalty for India’s continued energy and defense ties with Russia, has triggered investor caution across sectors. Sensex and Nifty See Mixed Movement On July 29, the Sensex dropped […]

Business Trade

Trump Slaps 25% Tariff and Penalty Tax on India

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

President Donald Trump announced on July 30 that the United States will implement a 25% tariff on all goods imported from India starting August 1. Alongside the tariff, a penalty tax will also be imposed due to India’s continued defense and energy trade with Russia. India’s Russia Ties Cited as Key Factor Trump stated that […]

National Politics

Rahul Gandhi Dares PM Modi to Call Trump a Liar

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

During the Lok Sabha debate on Operation Sindoor on July 29, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to publicly refute U.S. President Donald Trump’s claims about brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Gandhi directly addressed the Prime Minister, saying, “If he is lying and you have even half the […]

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

Kremlin Says Committed to Peace After Trump’s New Deadline

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

The Kremlin has responded to U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest ceasefire deadline by stating that Russia remains committed to achieving peace in Ukraine, but will continue its military operations for now. The comment came after Trump reduced his proposed window for a ceasefire from 50 days to just 10–12 days, suggesting growing impatience over the […]

International

Trump Calls London Mayor “Nasty Person” During UK Visit

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2025

During his visit to the United Kingdom, U.S. President Donald Trump reignited his long-standing feud with London Mayor Sadiq Khan. Speaking at a press briefing alongside UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland, Trump called Khan a “nasty person” and said he believed the mayor had done a “terrible job” in London. Despite the harsh […]

International

North Korea Demands US Accept Its Nuclear Status

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2025

North Korea has issued a strong statement demanding that the United States officially recognize it as a nuclear weapons state. Kim Yo Jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and a key political figure in Pyongyang, stated that denuclearization is no longer a topic for discussion and that the country’s nuclear arsenal is […]

International

Trump Gives Putin 10-12 Days to Strike Ukraine Deal

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has given Russian President Vladimir Putin a 10 to 12-day window to agree to a peace deal in Ukraine or face fresh sanctions. Speaking after a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland on July 28, Trump said the earlier 50-day deadline is no longer valid, citing a lack […]

International

Trump Rebukes Netanyahu on Gaza Starvation Crisis

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has sharply criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s claims that there is no starvation in Gaza. Speaking during his visit to Scotland, Trump said images from the region clearly show starving children and emphasized that “real starvation” is taking place. He added, “Those children look very hungry. You can’t fake that,” […]