International

Trump’s Tariff Blitz Sparks Global Trade Turmoil

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In a dramatic escalation of trade tensions, President Donald Trump has unveiled a series of aggressive tariffs targeting key global economies, including China, India, Canada, and the UK. These measures have sent shockwaves through international markets and prompted swift reactions from affected nations. Trump Tariffs 2025 On April 2, 2025, dubbed “Liberation

National

CBI Director Praveen Sood Likely to Get One-Year Extension

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In a significant development, the high-level committee responsible for appointing the next Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) convened on May 5, 2025, but failed to reach a consensus on a successor. As a result, incumbent CBI Director Praveen Sood is likely to receive a one-year extension beyond his current term, which concludes […]

International

Jaishankar Urges Europe to Embrace Mutual Respect in Ties with India

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In a pointed diplomatic message, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has called on European nations to approach their relationship with India through a framework of mutual respect and deeper sensitivity. Addressing a high-profile forum, Jaishankar stressed that India seeks partnerships that are equitable, interest-based, and free of prescriptive posturing. India-Europe

International

India, Japan Deepen Defence Ties Amid Regional Security Concerns

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In a significant move to bolster regional security, India and Japan have agreed to deepen their defence cooperation, focusing on establishing a new dialogue framework to address Indo-Pacific security challenges. India-Japan Defence Cooperation During a recent bilateral meeting, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Japanese Defence Minister Gen Nakatani discussed the evolving

International

India Flushes Baglihar, Salal Dams; Pakistan’s Kharif Sowing at Risk

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In a bold and strategic move following the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, India has begun flushing operations at the Baglihar and Salal hydroelectric power projects located on the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir. The process, initiated over the past weekend, is set to cause a temporary but significant disruption in water flow […]

International

Moody’s: Pakistan Faces Greater Economic Risk Amid India Tensions

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

Amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack, global ratings agency Moody’s has issued a cautionary note, warning that Pakistan’s fragile economy has significantly more to lose in the event of sustained conflict. The agency pointed out that Pakistan’s ongoing recovery efforts could be derailed if tensions escalate further,

National

CJI Recuses from Waqf Act Case; Interim Relief Deferred

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In a significant judicial development, Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna has recused himself from hearing the batch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. The move came during a critical phase of the Supreme Court’s proceedings, where an interim relief was anticipated but has now been deferred. Waqf Act […]

International

Putin Calls Modi, Condemns Pahalgam Attack, Backs Justice

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In a key diplomatic development, Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, strongly condemning the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, that claimed 26 innocent lives. The attack, which targeted tourists and a local civilian, has triggered global outrage, and Russia has now added its voice in full solidarity […]

Defence National

Terror Hideout Busted in Poonch After Pahalgam Attack

By BPN News Desk May 5, 2025

In a high-stakes counter-terrorism operation, Indian security forces uncovered a militant hideout in the Surankote area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district, just days after the horrific massacre in Pahalgam. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, personnel from the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police’s Special Operations Group discovered a hidden cache of weapons

National

India Orders Nationwide Civil Defence Drills Amid Rising Tensions

By BPN News Desk May 5, 2025

In response to escalating security threats following the Pahalgam terror attack, the Indian government has ordered several states to conduct coordinated civil defence mock drills on May 7. The directive, issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), is part of a broader preparedness strategy to enhance civilian response in the event of a hostile […]