Science Space & Astronomy

SpaceX Hits 10,000-Satellite Milestone for Starlink

By BPN News Desk October 21, 2025

SpaceX has launched its 10,000th satellite for the Starlink internet-constellation programme, marking a historic threshold in global broadband infrastructure. According to satellite-tracking data, around 8,600 of these are active in orbit. Significance of the Milestone The feat underscores SpaceX’s ambition to provide high-speed, low-latency internet access worldwide —

Health

Fiji Eliminates Trachoma As Public Health Problem

By BPN News Desk October 21, 2025

The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially confirmed that Fiji has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, becoming the 26th country in the world to reach this milestone. What It Means Trachoma, the leading infectious cause of blindness globally, no longer poses a health threat in Fiji. The disease is caused by the bacterium […]

International

Japan Elects First Female Prime Minister

By BPN News Desk October 21, 2025

Japan’s parliament has elected Sanae Takaichi as the country’s first female prime minister, marking a historic political milestone. Vote And Coalition Deal Takaichi secured 237 votes in the lower house, just above the required majority. Her election was made possible after the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) formed a coalition with the right-wing Japan Innovation

Cricket Sports

Pakistan Appoints Shaheen Afridi New ODI Captain

By BPN News Desk October 21, 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday replaced Mohammad Rizwan as captain of the Pakistan men’s one-day international (ODI) team, appointing fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi in his place. Leadership Change The decision was finalised during a PCB meeting in Islamabad that included team officials such as head coach Mike Hesson and high-performance director Aqib Javed.

International

Russia, US Officials Hold “Constructive” Call Ahead Of Summit

By BPN News Desk October 21, 2025

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call on Monday, which Moscow described as “constructive.” The discussion comes as both countries prepare for a planned summit between Presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump in Budapest. Focus Of The Call According to Russia’s Foreign Ministry, the talks revolved […]

International

US Clarifies Who Is Exempt From $100,000 H-1B Fee

By BPN News Desk October 21, 2025

The U.S. government has clarified details of the new $100,000 fee for certain H-1B visa applications, confirming that not all applicants will be required to pay the charge. Who Must Pay The new rule applies to fresh H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025, for workers outside the United States. U.S. employers sponsoring new foreign […]

South India State News

10 Fall Ill At Karnataka CM’s Puttur Event

By BPN News Desk October 21, 2025

At least ten people, mostly women, fell ill during a public programme attended by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in Puttur on Sunday. Police and health officials linked the incident to delays in food distribution and the hot, overcrowded conditions. What Happened At The Event The programme, held at Puttur Taluk Stadium under the banner “Ashoka […]

International

Rare Earth Deal And Defence Pact Strengthen US-Australia Ties

By BPN News Desk October 21, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed a major agreement on Monday to deepen cooperation on critical minerals and defence, including reinforcing the trilateral AUKUS security partnership. Minerals Agreement Trump and Albanese announced a deal worth about US $8.5 billion, aimed at expanding supply chains for rare-earth elements and

International

Israel Dropped 153 Tons Of Bombs On Gaza, Netanyahu Says

By BPN News Desk October 21, 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told parliament on Monday that the Israeli military dropped around 153 tons of bombs on the Gaza Strip on Sunday. He said the strikes were carried out in response to the deaths of two Israeli soldiers. Reason For The Strikes Netanyahu said the bombing was a reaction to Hamas shelling […]

International

Trump Warns Of 155% China Tariffs Ahead Of Xi Meeting

By BPN News Desk October 21, 2025

US President Donald Trump said on Monday that he expects a “fantastic deal” with Chinese President Xi Jinping, but warned that if no agreement is reached by November 1, tariffs on Chinese imports could rise to as high as 155 percent. Trump’s Tariff Claim Speaking at the White House in the presence of Australian Prime […]