International

Jaishankar to Visit Russia for Talks on August 21

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will travel to Moscow on August 21 for talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. The visit follows National Security Advisor Ajit Doval’s recent trip to Russia and comes ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s anticipated visit to India later this year. Strategic Partnership Amid U.S. Tensions The trip highlights […]

International

U.S. Department of Justice: George Washington University Violated Civil Rights in Antisemitism Case

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

The U.S. Department of Justice has determined that George Washington University violated federal civil rights law by being “deliberately indifferent” to antisemitic harassment during pro-Palestinian protests on campus last year. The finding comes with a deadline of August 22 for the university to agree to a voluntary resolution to address the violations. Assistant Attorney

State News West India

Municipal Ban on Meat Shops Sparks “Freedom to Eat” Outcry

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

A municipal order in the Kalyan-Dombivli area of Maharashtra has instructed all meat shops and slaughterhouses to remain closed for 24 hours on Independence Day, from midnight on August 14 to midnight on August 15. Civic Defense vs. Public Backlash Authorities say the measure is a routine civic directive issued annually since 1988 to maintain […]

Defence National

Army Foils Infiltration in Uri, Soldier Killed

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

The Indian Army intercepted an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control in the Churunda area of the Uri sector in Jammu and Kashmir. Troops engaged the infiltrators, leading to a gunfight that is still underway. Search operations have been launched in the surrounding areas to locate any remaining militants. Casualty Reported One Army soldier […]

International

China, U.S. Trade Accusations After Destroyer Passes Shoal

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

China’s military said it “drove away” the U.S. destroyer USS Higgins after it entered waters near the disputed Scarborough Shoal without Beijing’s consent. Chinese authorities claimed the move violated their sovereignty and risked destabilizing the region. U.S. Asserts Freedom of Navigation The U.S. Navy rejected the allegation, stating the USS Higgins was conducting a

Cricket Sports

Ganguly Backs Easwaran for India’s No. 3 Test Spot

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly believes Bengal batter Abhimanyu Easwaran should challenge for the No. 3 position in India’s Test team. With the top order undergoing transition after the retirements of senior players, Ganguly said Easwaran’s consistent domestic record and age advantage make him a strong contender. Despite being named in multiple India Test

International

Former South Korean First Lady Arrested, Party HQ Raided

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

Former First Lady Kim Keon-Hee, wife of impeached ex-President Yoon Suk-Yeol, has been arrested on multiple corruption-related charges, including stock manipulation, bribery, and influencing party candidate selections. The arrest follows a court-approved warrant citing the risk of evidence tampering after prosecutors submitted an extensive dossier outlining her alleged

International

Putin and Kim Align Before Trump–Putin Summit

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to brief him on the upcoming meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Alaska. The call took place three days before the summit, which is expected to focus on potential steps toward a ceasefire in Ukraine. Putin outlined the planned agenda and reaffirmed […]

National

EC Ready to Rectify Errors in Bihar Voter List Revision

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has assured the Supreme Court that any mistakes found in the draft electoral rolls prepared for Bihar’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) will be corrected before the final list is released later this year. No Removal Without Notice The ECI stated that no voter’s name will be deleted without proper […]

International

Europe and Ukraine to Brief Trump Before Putin Meeting

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will hold a virtual meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance today. The discussion comes ahead of Trump’s scheduled summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin this Friday in Alaska. Unified Push to Defend Ukraine’s Interests The talks are expected to focus on ensuring Ukraine’s […]