Trump Delays Major Tariff Hike on China by 90 Days

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

International

U.S. President Donald Trump has extended the tariff truce with China by another 90 days, postponing a planned increase in import duties that was due in mid-August. Current rates—30% for Chinese goods entering the U.S. and 10% for U.S. goods entering China—will remain in place during this

International

Zelenskyy Rejects U.S. Call for Territory Swap with Russia

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy firmly rejected the idea of giving up Ukrainian land as part of a peace deal proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump suggested that peace with Russia could mean “some swapping of territories,” but Zelenskyy responded that Ukraine will not reward Russian aggression with the loss of any sovereign land. Ukraine […]

National

Tharoor Says India’s Self-Respect Not for Bargaining

By BPN News Desk August 8, 2025

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has criticized recent U.S. trade actions, calling them overly aggressive. He said that India’s national pride should never be up for negotiation, likening U.S. tactics to those of a school bully. What Tharoor Said Tharoor described the U.S. imposition of a 25% tariff—and potential penalties—on Indian exports as possibly being a […]

Defence National

India Denies Halting U.S. Arms Talks

By BPN News Desk August 8, 2025

India’s Ministry of Defence has strongly rejected a recent claim that defense talks with the United States were paused. The ministry called the report “false and fabricated,” and confirmed that discussions on arms procurement are continuing as normal. Background of the Report Earlier reports suggested that India had paused negotiations for several key U.S. defense […]

International

U.S. Affirms India Remains a Strategic Partner

By BPN News Desk August 8, 2025

The United States has reaffirmed that India remains a vital strategic partner, even amid rising tensions over trade. The U.S. State Department emphasized its commitment to maintaining “full and frank dialogue” with India, focusing on resolving disagreements constructively. Trade Tensions Spark Dialogue Recent U.S. tariffs on Indian goods—linked to India’s continued

National

India Pauses $3.6 B Boeing Jet Purchase Amid Price Surge

By BPN News Desk August 8, 2025

India has put on hold its plan to purchase six additional Boeing P-8I maritime patrol aircraft in a deal valued at $3.6 billion. The original agreement, cleared in 2021, was pegged at $2.42 billion. However, a combination of supply chain disruptions, inflation, and newly imposed U.S. tariffs has pushed the cost higher, prompting the Ministry […]

National

Tharoor Urges 50% Tariff on US Goods if Duties Remain

By BPN News Desk August 7, 2025

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has suggested that India should respond firmly if the United States does not withdraw its recently increased tariffs on Indian goods. He proposed that India raise its average tariff rate—currently around 17%—to 50% to match the U.S. move, but only if Washington fails to reverse its decision after the 21-day […]

Business

Apple to Invest $100 Billion in US Manufacturing: Trump

By BPN News Desk August 7, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Apple will invest an additional $100 billion in domestic manufacturing facilities over the next five years. The announcement was made during a campaign speech, where Trump emphasized that the investment is part of his effort to bring back American jobs and reduce dependency on foreign supply chains. According […]

Business Industry

Trump Threatens 100% Tariff on Foreign-Made Chips

By BPN News Desk August 7, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on computer chips made outside the United States if chip manufacturers do not shift production to American soil. The statement marks a significant escalation in his push to bring semiconductor manufacturing back to the U.S., as part of his broader economic agenda ahead […]

International

Pakistan Army Chief Visits US for Second Time in Two Months

By BPN News Desk August 7, 2025

Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir has arrived in the United States for his second official visit in less than two months. The back-to-back visits have sparked fresh speculation about ongoing strategic and security discussions between the two countries, particularly in the context of regional developments. Sources indicate that General Munir is expected […]