International

China Tightens Fentanyl Controls in Gesture to Trump

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

China has announced tighter restrictions on key precursor chemicals used in the production of fentanyl, signaling a diplomatic olive branch to the United States. The move, widely seen as a goodwill gesture toward President Donald Trump’s administration, comes amid efforts to stabilize bilateral ties strained by trade tensions and drug trafficking concerns. The new

National Politics

Jayant Chaudhary Confirms RLD Will Contest 2027 UP Polls with BJP

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) president and Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary has clarified that his party will definitely contest the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections in alliance with the BJP. Addressing speculation of a split, Chaudhary emphasized there is “no question” of breaking ties within the BJP-led coalition, adding that the RLD remains a key part […]

Defence National

Defence Secretary Singh Backs Faster Buying Over Bigger Budget

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

India’s Defence Secretary, Rajesh Kumar Singh, has downplayed concerns over budget limitations, asserting that the primary obstacle to enhancing military readiness is the slow pace of procurement—not the total amount allocated. His comments come amid growing pressure to raise defence spending to 4% of GDP, up from the current ~2%. “Our challenge isn’t budget quantum but

International Middle East

Trump Says Iran’s Missile Response ‘Very Weak’ After US Strikes

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

Trump calls Iran’s missile counterattack “very weak,” praises U.S. defences and urges both Iran and Israel toward peace after U.S. strikes on nuclear sites.

International

Iran Hits Back After Israel Strikes Airports, Warns U.S. Crossed Red Line

By BPN News Desk June 23, 2025

Tensions in the Middle East have escalated dramatically after Iran launched retaliatory strikes in response to Israeli air raids on six of its airports. The action came shortly after the United States conducted heavy airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, prompting Tehran to accuse Washington of crossing a “very big red line.” The targeted Iranian airports, […]

International

Oman Becomes First Gulf Nation to Impose Income Tax

By BPN News Desk June 23, 2025

In a historic policy shift for the Gulf region, Oman has announced it will implement a personal income tax starting January 2028, becoming the first Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country to do so. The tax, set at 5%, will apply only to individuals earning more than 42,000 Omani rials annually (approximately $109,000), targeting the top […]

Celebrity News Entertainment

Tamil-Telugu Actor Srikanth Arrested in Cocaine Case

By BPN News Desk June 23, 2025

Tamil-Telugu actor Srikanth, also known in the Telugu industry as Sriram, has been arrested by Chennai police in connection with a cocaine trafficking case. His arrest comes as part of an expanding investigation into a drug network linked to high-profile individuals, including a former political operative. The case surfaced when police detained a former IT […]

National Politics

AAP Wins Gujarat Bypoll, Congress Takes Kerala Seat

By BPN News Desk June 23, 2025

In a significant political development, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has scored a breakthrough victory in Gujarat’s Visavadar assembly bypoll, while the Congress claimed a notable win in Kerala’s Nilambur constituency. The BJP managed to retain its stronghold in Kadi. These results, declared on June 23, hint at shifting voter sentiments and fresh political dynamics […]

International

IMF Warns Iran Strikes May Hit Global Growth, Oil Stability

By BPN News Desk June 23, 2025

The International Monetary Fund has issued a stern warning over the potential impact of escalating U.S.-Iran tensions on the global economy. Following the recent U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva highlighted that heightened geopolitical risks could disrupt energy markets and significantly hinder global growth. The IMF

International

Putin, Iran FM Araghchi Hold Crisis Talks Post U.S. Strikes

By BPN News Desk June 23, 2025

In a high-stakes diplomatic encounter, Russian President Vladimir Putin met Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Moscow on June 23, days after the United States launched a series of airstrikes targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities. The meeting underscores deepening cooperation between Moscow and Tehran amid escalating tensions in West Asia. Araghchi arrived in Moscow