International

Bangladesh Calls Attacks On Hindus ‘Isolated Acts’

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

Bangladesh’s foreign ministry on Sunday rejected India’s recent statements about attacks on Hindus and other minorities in the country, calling them “inaccurate, exaggerated or motivated narratives” that do not reflect the reality on the ground. Dhaka said isolated criminal incidents should not be portrayed as systematic persecution against religious minorities. India

North India State News

Delhi AQI Turns Severe As Dense Fog Hits Travel

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

Delhi’s air quality slipped into the “severe” category as the Air Quality Index crossed the 400 mark in several parts of the city. Monitoring stations reported hazardous pollution levels, with poor dispersion conditions and winter weather contributing to the sharp deterioration. Authorities said the combination of low wind speed, high moisture and emissions led to […]

International

North Korea Test-Fires Long-Range Cruise Missiles

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

North Korea said it test-fired two long-range strategic cruise missiles as part of a military drill aimed at strengthening its combat readiness. State media reported that leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the launch, which involved missiles flying over waters off the west coast of the Korean Peninsula before hitting designated targets. Focus On Operational Readiness […]

International

Mexico Train Derailment Kills 13, Nearly 100 Injured

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

At least 13 people were killed and 98 others injured after a passenger train derailed in southern Mexico. The accident occurred in the state of Oaxaca when the train was travelling along the Isthmus of Tehuantepec rail corridor. Authorities said several coaches left the tracks, causing severe damage and trapping passengers inside. Emergency Response And […]

International

China Conducts Live-Fire Drills Around Taiwan

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

China’s military carried out live-fire drills around Taiwan, escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait. The People’s Liberation Army said the exercises involved coordinated operations by naval, air, ground and rocket forces in multiple zones surrounding the island. The drills included live-fire components and simulated combat scenarios, with temporary restrictions imposed

International

Trump Says Ukraine Talks 95% Done, Land Issue Remains

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

US President Donald Trump said peace talks aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war are close to a breakthrough, though major issues remain unresolved. Speaking after meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Florida, Trump said discussions covered most elements of a proposed peace framework. He described the talks as constructive but cautioned that a final

International

7.0 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Taiwan’s Northeast

By BPN News Desk December 28, 2025

A strong earthquake measuring 7.0 on the Richter scale struck off the northeastern coast of Taiwan on Saturday, shaking large parts of the island, including the capital Taipei. The quake was located near the coastal city of Yilan and occurred offshore at a considerable depth, which helped reduce surface-level damage. Tremors Felt Across the Island […]

Business

RIL–Government KG-D6 Dispute Nears Resolution

By BPN News Desk December 28, 2025

A long-running dispute between Reliance Industries Ltd and the Government of India over the KG-D6 offshore gas block is expected to reach a settlement in 2026, nearly 13 years after it began. The case involves a claim of about $247 million raised by the government, linked to cost recovery and profit-sharing under the production-sharing contract […]

Cricket Sports

BCCI Sounds Out VVS Laxman on Test Coach Role

By BPN News Desk December 28, 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has informally sounded out former India batter VVS Laxman regarding the Indian Test team’s coaching role as the board reviews its red-ball setup following a disappointing Test series against South Africa. The move comes amid internal discussions on whether the current coaching structure is best suited for […]

National

Ministry Data Shows 24,600 Indians Deported in 2025

By BPN News Desk December 28, 2025

In 2025, over 24,600 Indian nationals were deported from 81 countries, according to figures presented by India’s Ministry of External Affairs in the Rajya Sabha. Unexpectedly, Saudi Arabia deported the highest number of Indians during the year, surpassing the United States, which had long been perceived as the top destination for deportations. Saudi Arabia Leads […]