International

China Endorses Russia’s Recognition of Taliban, Keeps Formal Nod Pending

By BPN News Desk July 5, 2025

China has cautiously welcomed Russia’s decision to formally recognize the Taliban government in Afghanistan, calling it a step toward regional engagement while reiterating its own measured stance. Though Beijing has not yet granted full recognition, officials indicated that it continues to maintain robust diplomatic communication with the Taliban and could consider formal

National

PM Modi Begins Historic Visit to Argentina to Boost Strategic Ties

By BPN News Desk July 5, 2025

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Buenos Aires on Friday evening for a landmark two-day official visit, the first standalone bilateral visit by an Indian prime minister to Argentina in 57 years. This visit marks a turning point in India–Argentina relations, setting the stage for deepened cooperation across energy, defense, trade, and strategic affairs. […]

National

Goyal: National Interest Will Decide U.S. Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk July 5, 2025

India has made it clear that it will not allow external deadlines to dictate the course of its trade negotiations with the United States. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has reaffirmed that any deal must serve the nation’s core interests, especially protecting farmers, maintaining tariff advantages, and ensuring long-term economic gains, regardless of the July 9 […]

Business Trade

India Plans Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S. Goods Amid Trade Row

By BPN News Desk July 5, 2025

India has escalated trade tensions with the United States by formally notifying the World Trade Organization (WTO) of its intent to impose retaliatory tariffs on select U.S. goods. The decision comes in response to Washington’s recent 25% safeguard duties on automobile and auto part imports. This marks a hardened stance by New Delhi just days […]

International

Trump Signs ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ at July 4 Event

By BPN News Desk July 5, 2025

President Donald Trump signed a sweeping legislative package dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill” during an elaborate Fourth of July celebration at the White House. The signing took place amid a grand patriotic backdrop, complete with military flyovers, a Marine band, and enthusiastic chants of “USA” from the gathered crowd. Trump, surrounded by Republican lawmakers […]

Cricket Sports

Jadeja Violates BCCI SOP at Edgbaston, But Likely to Avoid Punishment

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

Team India’s star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has found himself at the centre of a minor controversy during the ongoing Test series against England. Ahead of the second Test at Edgbaston, Jadeja violated the BCCI’s new travel SOPs by reaching the stadium alone, rather than with the rest of the squad in the team bus. However, […]

Other Sports Sports

Carlsen Says “Not Enjoying Chess” After Loss to Gukesh

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

In a candid post-match interview, World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen made a startling revelation following his back-to-back defeats to Indian teenage chess sensation D Gukesh in the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz tournament. The five-time world champion confessed, “Honestly, I’m not enjoying playing chess at all right now. I just… I don’t feel any flow at […]

International

China Warns India Over Dalai Lama’s Succession Remarks

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

In a fresh diplomatic flashpoint, China has issued a sharp warning to India, urging it to refrain from interfering in Tibet-related matters following India’s public endorsement of the Dalai Lama’s right to name his successor. The exchange marks a rare direct confrontation over the deeply sensitive issue of Tibetan succession, with potential implications for already

North India State News

Himachal Monsoon Tragedy: 63 Dead, Damages Cross ₹400 Crore

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

The monsoon season has turned deadly in Himachal Pradesh, with at least 63 people reported dead due to a series of landslides, flash floods, and infrastructure collapses across the state. Relentless rains over the past few days have ravaged the region, triggering one of the most devastating natural disasters in recent years. Landslides and Flash […]

Celebrity News Entertainment

Saif Ali Khan’s Bhopal Estate Declared Enemy Property

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has encountered a legal blow as the Madhya Pradesh High Court dismissed his petition challenging the declaration of his ancestral properties in Bhopal as ‘enemy property’. The verdict leaves his claim over the royal estate in limbo, reasserting the government’s custody under the Enemy Property Act. Court Upholds Government Custody […]