International

Afghanistan Quake Toll Tops 2,200; Aftershocks Follow

By BPN News Desk September 5, 2025

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan on August 31, with its epicenter in Kunar Province near the Pakistan border. The tremor devastated villages and caused widespread destruction, making it one of the deadliest quakes in decades. Death Toll and Damage Authorities report more than 2,200 deaths and thousands injured. Nearly entire villages were flattened,

International

India-US Trade Talks Continue Amid 50% Tariffs

By BPN News Desk September 5, 2025

India and the United States are continuing discussions on a bilateral trade agreement despite recent tensions. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed that talks are still active and said India is aiming to finalize a deal by November. Tariffs Imposed by Washington The United States has raised tariffs on Indian exports to 50%. The increase combines […]

International

CPEC 2.0 Launches with $8.5B Pakistan-China Accord

By BPN News Desk September 5, 2025

Pakistan and China have formally agreed to advance the next phase of the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC 2.0), introducing five new development corridors. The understanding followed a high-level meeting in Beijing between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chinese Premier Li Qiang. Scale of Investment Both sides signed agreements worth around US $8.5 billion,

International

Ishiba Vows to Remain PM After U.S. Lowers Tariffs

By BPN News Desk September 5, 2025

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has reaffirmed his commitment to remain in office following a U.S.–Japan trade agreement that reduces auto tariffs to 15%, down from the previously threatened 25%. The pact, announced on July 22, also includes a pledge by Japan to invest about $550 billion in the U.S., although some of the funds […]

International

Nepal Blocks Social Media Platforms Over Non-Registration

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

The Government of Nepal has ordered the shutdown of several major social media platforms, including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Reddit, after they failed to register under new regulatory requirements. Mandatory Registration Ignored The new directives required platforms to establish a legal presence in Nepal, appoint a liaison officer,

International

Bolton Says Trump–Modi Rapport Is Now Gone

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

Former U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton has claimed that the once-strong personal bond between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi has effectively ended, adding pressure to already strained India–U.S. ties. Bolton Warns World Leaders Bolton remarked that Trump’s past camaraderie with Modi is “gone now,” using it as an example to caution […]

International

Trump Hosts Tech Leaders at White House, Musk Not Invited

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

President Donald Trump is set to host a formal dinner for leading technology executives in the newly renovated White House Rose Garden. Elon Musk is notably absent from the invitation list. Tech Giants Among Attendees The dinner will bring together some of the biggest names in technology, including Apple CEO Tim Cook, Meta CEO Mark […]

Cricket Sports

ED Summons Dhawan in Online Betting App Probe

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has been summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for questioning in connection with a money laundering case linked to the illegal online betting platform 1xBet. ED Questioning Under PMLA Dhawan appeared before the ED’s Delhi office on Thursday, where his statement was recorded under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act […]

International

Trump Tells Supreme Court India Tariffs Aim to End Ukraine War

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

The Trump administration has urged the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold a 50% tariff on Indian goods, arguing that the move is central to its broader strategy to end the Ukraine war. Tariffs Tied to Russian Energy Purchases The policy imposes a 25% reciprocal tariff on Indian exports along with an additional 25% penalty linked […]

International

China Denies Plot Against U.S., Rejects Trump’s Claim

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

China’s Foreign Ministry has denied U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim that China, Russia, and North Korea conspired against the United States during a military parade in Beijing. No Conspiracy, Beijing Says A spokesperson emphasized that China does not form foreign relations aimed against any third party. The invitation to leaders from Russia and North Korea […]