International

Trump Becomes First Living President on US Coin

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2026

Donald Trump has become the first living US president in around a century to appear on American currency after the US Mint released a special $1 coin marking the 250th anniversary of the United States. Trump Portrait Featured on Special $1 Coin The commemorative coin features Trump’s portrait alongside the words “IN GOD WE TRUST” […]

International

Marco Rubio Warns Against Helping Iran Evade US Sanctions

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2026

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said he does not believe India and Iran are negotiating a formal trade deal following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. He nevertheless warned that countries helping Tehran circumvent US sanctions or create alternative revenue mechanisms could themselves face American penalties. Rubio Says

Business Finance

NRIs Pour $127 Billion Into RBI Dollar Scheme

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2026

India’s special dollar-rupee swap facility has attracted about $136 billion in foreign currency inflows, with non-resident Indian deposits contributing $127 billion, according to provisional figures. The mobilisation has significantly exceeded expectations and strengthened the Reserve Bank of India’s foreign-exchange buffers. NRI Deposits Bring $127 Billion Into India

International

Extreme Storms Flood Toronto, Cut Power to Thousands

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2026

Severe thunderstorms swept across Toronto and large parts of southern Ontario on Wednesday, bringing torrential rain, large hail and destructive winds that flooded major roads, knocked out power to tens of thousands of customers and disrupted flights and events across the region. Toronto Storm Leaves Tens of Thousands Without Power Toronto Hydro reported that around […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Nepal’s Gen Z Government Risks Turning Crisis Into Isolation

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2026

Nepal is living through a catastrophe of almost unimaginable proportions. More than 1,100 people have been confirmed dead following the Himalayan disaster of August 26, thousands remain missing, communities have been devastated, hydropower installations and bridges have been destroyed, and families across Nepal and several other countries are still desperately waiting for

International

Tarique Rahman India Visit Still Under Discussion

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2026

Bangladesh has said discussions are continuing over a possible visit by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to India, signalling that diplomatic engagement between Dhaka and New Delhi remains active despite recent tensions. No date has yet been finalised for the proposed trip. Tarique Rahman India Visit Still Under Discussion Bangladesh State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humayun

State News West India

FSSAI Chief Backs Tukaram Mundhe’s FDA Crackdown

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2026

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India CEO Rajit Punhani has publicly backed Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe’s aggressive drive against food safety violations, saying stronger enforcement demonstrates what can be achieved when regulators give the sector sustained attention. FSSAI Chief Backs Tukaram Mundhe’s Food Crackdown Punhani praised the Maharashtra

South India State News

Vijay Orders Withdrawal of Farmer, Teacher Cases

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has announced the withdrawal of criminal cases registered against farmers and teachers who participated in peaceful protests between May 2021 and April 2026. The cases were filed during the previous DMK government over demonstrations involving livelihood, rights and other demands. Vijay Orders Protest Cases Against Farmers

International

US Arrests 2,197 in New York Immigration Sweep

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2026

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement has arrested 2,197 people across New York during a month-long immigration enforcement operation dubbed “Operation Rotten Apple”. The Department of Homeland Security said the operation focused heavily on individuals it described as public-safety threats, including people with serious criminal records. Operation Rotten Apple Leads to

Op-Eds Opinion

Gyirong’s Missing: What If No Bodies Are Found?

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2026

Before discussing anything else, we extend our deepest condolences to every family that has lost someone in the catastrophe at Gyirong Port, and our support to those still living through the agony of not knowing what happened to a loved one. We would also respectfully advise families whose relatives remain missing to consider not reading […]