Law & Order National

Indian-Origin Couple Defrauds $2 Million in New Zealand, Flees to Chennai, Aiming to Retire at 35

By BPN News Desk May 20, 2025

 An Indian-origin couple based in New Zealand has been found guilty of orchestrating a $2 million fraud against the government agency Oranga Tamariki. Neha Sharma and Amandeep Sharma, who carried out the scam over a two-year period, fled to Chennai in a bid to retire at the age of 35 after their scheme was uncovered. […]

Diseases & Prevention Health

World Health Assembly Adopts Historic Pandemic Agreement to Strengthen Global Health Security

By BPN News Desk May 20, 2025

The 78th World Health Assembly, convened in Geneva on May 20, 2025, has adopted a landmark Pandemic Agreement aimed at ensuring a more equitable and coordinated global response to future health emergencies. This historic decision comes in the wake of lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic and seeks to address the longstanding disparities in global […]

National

Modi Government Engages Uddhav Thackeray Ahead of All-Party Delegation’s Global Anti-Terrorism Mission

By BPN News Desk May 20, 2025

In a move aimed at presenting a united political front on global platforms, the Modi government has reached out to Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray ahead of the all-party delegation’s foreign visits aimed at countering terrorism narratives. The outreach is being seen as a significant step in building bipartisan consensus for India’s international anti-terrorism […]

International

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir Promoted to Field Marshal, Highest Military Rank in Country

By BPN News Desk May 20, 2025

In a landmark decision, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir has been promoted to the rank of Field Marshal, becoming only the second person in the nation’s history to hold the prestigious five-star designation. The announcement was made following a federal cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Historic Significance of the […]

National

Intercepted Call Reveals Pakistan Army Commander Hiding in Mosque During Operation Sindoor

By BPN News Desk May 20, 2025

During India’s high-intensity Operation Sindoor conducted on May 7, 2025, a revealing intercepted communication has come to light. According to senior Indian Army officials, a Pakistan army commander was caught on radio instructing his troops from within the confines of a mosque—highlighting the psychological and tactical impact of the Indian strikes on military

Entertainment Reviews

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning Review: A High-Octane, Emotionally Charged Finale That Almost Lands Perfectly

By BPN News Desk May 20, 2025

With Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, Tom Cruise returns as Ethan Hunt for what is touted as the final chapter of a franchise that has redefined modern action cinema. Directed once again by Christopher McQuarrie, the film promises spectacle, suspense, and a fitting farewell—and for the most part, it delivers. The storyline picks up […]

International

Major Telecom Outage Disrupts Services Across Spain

By BPN News Desk May 20, 2025

Spain experienced a widespread telecommunications disruption on May 20, 2025, severely affecting internet and landline connectivity across several regions. The outage impacted thousands of users and disrupted access to emergency services, prompting authorities to issue alternate phone numbers and initiate response protocols. Nationwide Disruption Hits Telefónica Network

Cricket Sports

Mumbai Indians Sign Bairstow, Gleeson, and Asalanka for IPL 2025 Playoffs

By BPN News Desk May 20, 2025

Mumbai Indians have made a strategic move ahead of the IPL 2025 playoffs by signing three international players—Jonny Bairstow, Richard Gleeson, and Charith Asalanka. The new signings aim to fill the gaps left by Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton, and Corbin Bosch, who will exit after MI’s final league game due to national duties. Jonny Bairstow […]

International

Scientists Warn of Potential Mega-Tsunami Threat to U.S. Coastal Regions

By BPN News Desk May 20, 2025

A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences by researchers from Virginia Tech has raised a red flag over the possibility of a devastating mega-tsunami impacting three U.S. coastal regions — the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, and Hawaii. Scientists warn that under specific geological conditions, a massive tsunami could be triggered, […]

National

India Reports 257 Active COVID-19 Cases Amid Mild Resurgence

By BPN News Desk May 20, 2025

India has reported 257 active COVID-19 cases as of May 20, 2025, with fresh infections recorded in Kerala, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu. While the numbers remain low, health authorities are monitoring the situation closely, particularly due to the presence of the JN.1 Omicron subvariant. Regional Distribution of COVID-19 Cases The majority of new infections are […]