International

Russian Warships Dock in Bangladesh, Signaling Strategic Shift in Bay of Bengal

By BPN News Desk April 16, 2025

In a significant development, three Russian warships have docked at Bangladesh’s Chittagong port, marking a notable shift in the region’s maritime dynamics. This visit follows a recent trip by Bangladesh’s Army Chief to Moscow, indicating a potential diversification of Bangladesh’s defense partnerships beyond its traditional reliance on China.​

Op-Eds Opinion

Waqf Boards Are Panicking – But the Court Can’t Be a Tool for Religious Blackmail

By BPN News Desk April 16, 2025

For decades, the Waqf Act allowed a religious board to exercise unchecked powers over land in India with minimal transparency and virtually no accountability. Properties could be declared waqf simply based on “user,” enabling the takeover of even public and private lands without clear title or documentation. Thousands of acres of government land were quietly […]

International

India and US Finalize Phase One of Trade Deal, Target $500 Billion by 2030

By BPN News Desk April 16, 2025

India and the United States have finalized the terms of reference for the initial phase of a bilateral trade agreement, aiming to boost bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030 and deepen strategic economic ties. The two nations had earlier agreed, in February, to collaborate on the first stage of the trade pact, aiming to […]

International

China Halts Boeing Jet Deliveries Amid Escalating Trade War with the US

By BPN News Desk April 16, 2025

In a significant escalation of trade tensions, China has instructed its airlines to cease accepting deliveries of Boeing aircraft. This move follows the United States’ imposition of tariffs up to 145% on Chinese imports, prompting China to retaliate with 125% tariffs on American goods, including aircraft and parts. The Chinese government’s directive also

National Politics

Enforcement Directorate Charges Sonia and Rahul Gandhi in National Herald Case

By BPN News Desk April 16, 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a charge sheet against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in connection with the National Herald money laundering case. This marks the first time both leaders have been formally charged in the ongoing investigation. Allegations and Legal Action The charge sheet, submitted to a Delhi court, accuses the […]

International

China Accuses U.S. of Cyberattacks During Asian Winter Games, Names Alleged NSA Agents

By BPN News Desk April 15, 2025

China has escalated its cyberwarfare allegations against the United States by accusing the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) of launching sophisticated cyberattacks during the 2025 Asian Winter Games held in Harbin. The attacks reportedly targeted critical infrastructure, including defense, energy, and transport systems across Heilongjiang province, as well as the

Technology Telecom

DoT Pushes Rapid Caller ID Rollout; 2G Users Left Behind

By BPN News Desk April 15, 2025

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has intensified efforts to roll out the Caller Name Presentation (CNAP) service across India, aimed at displaying caller names on phone screens to curb rising instances of phone fraud and spam. The initial phase of the rollout will focus on subscribers using 4G and 5G networks, leaving 2G users to […]

International

Tech Titans Call for Abolition of IP Laws Amid AI Copyright Controversies

By BPN News Desk April 15, 2025

Tech moguls Elon Musk and Jack Dorsey have sparked a new wave of controversy by publicly calling for the abolition of intellectual property (IP) laws. The comments, made during a conversation on social media platform X, come at a time when artificial intelligence companies are under increasing legal scrutiny for allegedly using copyrighted materials without […]

Business Industry

Shein-Reliance Sourcing Deal Faces Setback Amid US-China Trade Tensions

By BPN News Desk April 15, 2025

The ambitious partnership between Chinese fast-fashion giant Shein and Reliance Retail to establish India as a major global sourcing hub is facing serious headwinds due to rising trade tensions between the United States and China. The deal, which was expected to integrate thousands of Indian micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) into Shein’s global supply […]

International

Trump Slams Southeast Asia Amid Xi’s Trade Outreach and Tariff Tensions

By BPN News Desk April 15, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has sharply criticized Southeast Asian nations over what he described as unfair trade practices, stating, “They’re trying to screw the U.S., and I don’t blame them.” His remarks underscore growing frustration within the administration over trade imbalances and follow the imposition of steep tariffs on countries like Vietnam. Vietnam, which