UK Announces Visa Ban On Countries That Refuse Repatriations

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2025

International

The UK government announced that it will impose visa bans on countries that do not accept the return of their citizens being deported from the UK. The measure is part of the government’s broader strategy to strengthen return agreements and press cooperating nations into accepting deportations.

International

Ukraine Signs Letter For Up To 100 Rafale Jets

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2025

Ukraine has signed a letter of intent with France to potentially acquire up to 100 Rafale fighter jets, along with drones and advanced air-defence systems. The announcement followed President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris. The understanding marks one of the largest prospective defence packages between the two countries. What

Education

India Remains Top Source of Students in US – Report

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2025

In the 2024-25 academic year, India continued to be the largest source of international students in the United States, with 363,019 Indian students enrolled in U.S. higher-education institutions, marking roughly 30.8% of all international students. China followed with 265,919 students, representing a decline from the previous year. Trends and Highlights Indian student

Cricket Sports

Gavaskar Critiques Selection & Domestic-Cricket Lapse After India’s Kolkata Defeat

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2025

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has issued strong criticism of the current Indian squad and management following the 30-run defeat against South Africa national cricket team in the first Test at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. He pointed out that many players are skipping regular domestic-cricket participation, which he believes undermines their readiness for pressure

Business Industry

Govt Clears 17 Projects To Boost Electronic Goods Production

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2025

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on 18 November 2025 approved 17 new projects under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS). The investments total approximately ₹7,172 crore and will set up manufacturing units for electronic components across nine states and union territories: Karnataka (5), Tamil Nadu (3), Maharashtra (3), Jammu

Business

Jeff Bezos Returns As CEO Of AI Startup

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2025

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has returned to an active executive position by becoming co-CEO of an artificial intelligence startup named Project Prometheus. This marks his first formal leadership role since stepping down as Amazon CEO in 2021. The move signals a renewed focus on cutting-edge technology and strategic innovation. Startup Goals And Funding Project Prometheus

International

Japan Film Releases Postponed in China Amid Taiwan Dispute

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2025

Film distributors in China have postponed the release of several Japanese films, including major animated titles, as tensions rise between Japan and China over recent remarks on Taiwan by Japan’s Prime Minister. The postponements reflect Beijing’s broader response to Tokyo’s statements and underscore the cultural fallout from the diplomatic dispute. Film Industry Affected

International

UN Security Council Approves Gaza Peace Plan Resolution

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2025

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) adopted a U.S.-draft resolution on 17 November 2025 supporting the peace initiative outlined by Donald Trump aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza Strip. The resolution was backed by 13 members, with China and Russia abstaining. The text authorises the deployment of an “International Stabilisation Force” to Gaza and […]

International

India-Russia Finalising New Deals Ahead of Putin Visit

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2025

India and Russia are preparing to finalise several bilateral agreements, initiatives and projects as they gear up for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to New Delhi in early December 2025. India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said that talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow focused on adding “more substance and texture” to […]

International

Iran Suspends Visa Waiver For Indian Nationals

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2025

The government of the Islamic Republic of Iran has suspended its visa-waiver facility for ordinary Indian passport holders, starting 22 November 2025. From that date, Indian nationals will need to obtain a visa before entering or transiting through Iran. Reasons Behind The Move The decision follows multiple reports of Indian citizens being lured to Iran […]