International

Flash Floods Devastate Texas Hill Country, 24 Dead and Dozens Missing

By BPN News Desk July 5, 2025

Catastrophic flash floods in Texas Hill Country have claimed the lives of at least 24 people, with dozens more reported missing. Emergency services remain on high alert as torrential rains caused the Guadalupe River to surge at an unprecedented rate, breaching its banks and overwhelming entire communities within hours. Widespread Rescue Operations Launched State and […]

International

IAEA Inspectors Withdraw from Iran Amid Post-Strike Fallout

By BPN News Desk July 5, 2025

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has pulled out its inspectors from Iran following Tehran’s decision to suspend nuclear monitoring in the aftermath of coordinated U.S. and Israeli airstrikes. The move raises serious concerns over nuclear transparency and regional escalation, effectively ending international oversight of Iran’s uranium enrichment activities for

International

BRICS to Denounce Trump-Era Tariffs at Rio Summit

By BPN News Desk July 5, 2025

Leaders of the BRICS bloc—comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—are preparing to deliver a strong diplomatic rebuke to the United States’ use of unilateral tariffs, particularly those imposed under President Donald Trump’s administration. The anticipated declaration at the Rio de Janeiro summit will reaffirm BRICS’ commitment to multilateral trade norms

International

India and Trinidad & Tobago Sign Six MoUs to Strengthen Strategic Partnership

By BPN News Desk July 5, 2025

India and Trinidad & Tobago have taken a major stride in bolstering their bilateral relations, formalizing six memoranda of understanding (MoUs) during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Port of Spain. This marks the first visit by an Indian prime minister to Trinidad & Tobago since 1999, reflecting a renewed focus on comprehensive cooperation. […]

Northeast India State News

Manipur to Close Relief Camps, Launch Three-Phase Rehab Plan

By BPN News Desk July 5, 2025

Manipur’s Government has unveiled a comprehensive strategy to close some 350 relief camps sheltering internally displaced persons (IDPs) by December. A three-phase rehabilitation initiative, beginning this July, aims to return evacuees to their homes or provide alternate support, backed by central coordination and substantial financial aid. Phase 1: July – Immediate

Government Policies National

Toll Cut Up to 50% on Elevated NH Sections for Commercial Vehicles

By BPN News Desk July 5, 2025

India’s Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has introduced a transformative toll policy, reducing charges on elevated stretches of National Highways by up to 50% for commercial vehicles. The change applies to toll plazas on bridges, flyovers, tunnels, and other elevated infrastructure, aiming to rationalize fees and boost freight efficiency. Toll Reduction Mechanism

National Politics

Congress Demands Parliamentary Debate on India–China Ties After Army Revelations

By BPN News Desk July 5, 2025

India’s Congress party has formally urged the government to allow a comprehensive debate in Parliament on relations with China, following recent military disclosures that Beijing provided real-time support to Pakistan during India’s Operation Sindoor. The demand comes ahead of the upcoming Monsoon session, scheduled to begin on July 21, 2025. India–China Relations

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 […]