India-US Trade Deal Nears First Phase

By BPN News Desk June 2, 2026

National

India and the United States are close to finalising the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement, with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal saying discussions have moved to minor legal and technical details. The talks come as both sides try to settle tariff-related concerns and expand

International

US To Halt Illegal Tariffs From February 24

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2026

The United States will stop collecting certain import tariffs from February 24, 2026, after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the duties were imposed without proper legal authority. U.S. Customs and Border Protection confirmed that the affected tariff codes will be deactivated at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on the effective date. US Supreme Court Rules […]

International

US Tariff Revenue Surges Past $100 Billion This Year

By BPN News Desk July 12, 2025

The United States Treasury has reported a significant jump in customs revenue, with tariff collections crossing $100 billion in the first nine months of the 2025 fiscal year. This surge comes amid continued enforcement of high import duties under President Donald Trump’s trade policy agenda. June Sees Rare Budget Surplus The federal government posted a […]

International

Trump Signals India-US Trade Deal Amid Tariff Blitz

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that the United States is “close to making a deal” with India on trade, a statement that comes amid a sweeping tariff escalation targeting 14 other nations. The announcement, made on July 8, 2025, offered India a rare reprieve from the latest round of tariff hikes, reinforcing optimism over […]

International

Trump Readies Tariff Letters for 12 Nations Ahead of July 9 Deadline

By BPN News Desk July 5, 2025

President Donald Trump has intensified his trade campaign by preparing formal letters warning 12 nations that they face new U.S. tariffs if they fail to submit tariff reduction schedules by July 9. The move underscores Washington’s aggressive posture in trade negotiations and its readiness to escalate economic pressure. Trump Tariffs: Final Warning Issued White House […]

Economy National

RBI Considers Further Rate Cuts Amid US Tariff Impact on Indian Economy

By BPN News Desk April 6, 2025

The Reserve Bank of India is weighing the option of further rate cuts in response to the economic impact of new US tariffs imposed on Indian exports. The 26% reciprocal tariffs are expected to hit trade volumes and slow down GDP growth in the current financial year. Economists estimate that India’s GDP growth could fall […]

International

US Tariffs Disrupt Indian Exports as Buyers Demand Discounts

By BPN News Desk April 5, 2025

Indian exporters are facing mounting challenges as the United States’ newly imposed 26% reciprocal tariff on Indian goods takes effect. In response, US buyers are seeking immediate price reductions of 15% to 20% on existing export contracts. The move has led to widespread uncertainty, with multiple orders now placed on hold and the risk of […]

International

Macron Urges EU to Halt US Investments Amid Tariff Dispute

By BPN News Desk April 4, 2025

French President Emmanuel Macron has urged European Union businesses to suspend planned investments in the United States following a new wave of tariffs imposed by the US administration. The move is part of a broader strategy to present a united European response to what Macron described as unjustified and unilateral trade actions. Macron emphasized that […]

International

China, Japan, and South Korea Strengthen Cooperation Amid US Tariff Concerns

By BPN News Desk March 23, 2025

China, Japan, and South Korea have pledged to enhance trilateral cooperation in light of growing concerns over increased U.S. tariffs and heightened regional security threats. The foreign ministers of the three countries met in Tokyo in a high-level dialogue aimed at reinforcing economic and diplomatic ties to ensure regional stability. The meeting focused on strengthening

Business Industry

TCS and Infosys Well-Positioned Amid US Tariff Challenges

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2025

Indian IT giants TCS and Infosys are expected to withstand potential cost increases from US tariff policies and stricter immigration rules, according to industry assessments. While the business services sector is not directly impacted by tariffs, evolving US trade and immigration policies could affect companies relying on foreign labor. Impact of US Trade Policies on […]