Government Policies National

Government Says No New Legal Order After Reuters’ X Account Blocked in India

By BPN News Desk July 6, 2025

India has temporarily restricted access to the main X (formerly Twitter) account of the international news agency Reuters, following what the platform says is a legal requirement. The Indian government, however, clarified that no fresh legal directive prompted the action and that it is collaborating with X to restore access. Account Withheld on X Users […]

International

UK Restores Diplomatic Ties with Syria, Pledges $130 Million Aid

By BPN News Desk July 6, 2025

The United Kingdom has officially restored full geopolitical relations with Syria after a 14-year pause and committed £101 million (approximately USD 130 million) in aid aimed at reconstruction, stabilisation, and humanitarian relief. Foreign Secretary David Cameron confirmed the move today, citing the need to support civilians affected by over a decade of conflict,

International

Pakistan Declines to Quickly Recognize Taliban Government in Afghanistan

By BPN News Desk July 6, 2025

Pakistan has signaled that it will not hastily extend formal recognition to the Taliban-led regime in Afghanistan. Senior Pakistani officials have emphasized that any decision on diplomatic ties will be contingent upon key criteria being met by the new Kabul government. Conditional Recognition Foreign Ministry spokespersons clarified that Pakistan aims for gradual

International

Macron to Visit UK as Starmer Pushes EU Reset Agenda

By BPN News Desk July 6, 2025

French President Emmanuel Macron will arrive in the United Kingdom on Tuesday for a landmark three-day state visit, signalling a thaw in post-Brexit relations and a strategic realignment between Paris and London. The visit comes at the invitation of King Charles III and marks the first by a European Union head of state to Britain […]

International

UAE Climbs to Third Globally in Sovereign Wealth Assets

By BPN News Desk July 6, 2025

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has secured the position as the world’s third-largest holder of sovereign wealth and public pension assets, with holdings valued at approximately US $2.49 trillion. Coming in just behind the United States and China, this milestone underscores the country’s ambitious diversification strategy and its growing global economic influence.

National

UK Sends Team to Kerala to Repair Grounded F‑35B Jet

By BPN News Desk July 6, 2025

A 25-member technical team from the United Kingdom’s Royal Air Force (RAF) has arrived in Kerala to assess and potentially repair a British F‑35B stealth fighter jet that has been grounded at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport since June 14. The aircraft, which belongs to the UK’s Carrier Strike Group, made an emergency landing after experiencing mechanical

International

PM Modi Condoles Lives Lost in Devastating Texas Floods

By BPN News Desk July 6, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of lives caused by severe flooding in Texas, USA. In a statement released on July 6, he conveyed condolences to the bereaved families and extended India’s support during this moment of crisis. Condolence Message from PM Modi The Prime Minister said: “I am […]

Cricket Sports

India-Bangladesh White-Ball Series Postponed to September 2026

By BPN News Desk July 6, 2025

The highly anticipated India-Bangladesh white-ball cricket series, initially planned for August 2025, has been officially postponed to September 2026. The decision, reached through discussions between the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), aims to accommodate both nations’ busy international schedules and logistical

Sports

USOPC Urges Immediate Resignations from USA Cricket Leadership

By BPN News Desk July 6, 2025

The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) has issued a decisive call for the entire slate of independent directors on the USA Cricket board to step down immediately. Citing long-standing concerns over governance and financial transparency since the body’s formation in 2018, the USOPC insists on a full leadership reset to restore credibility. USOPC

Law & Order National

Reuters’ X Account Withheld in India Following Legal Order

By BPN News Desk July 6, 2025

India has restricted access to the main X (formerly Twitter) account of global news agency Reuters, citing a “legal demand.” Users in India attempting to visit the handle now see a message stating that the account has been withheld in the country due to legal reasons. The restriction is geographically limited to India and does […]