International

US-China Trade Deal ‘On The Verge,’ Trump Says

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that a trade agreement with China is “only a question of time” and will be beneficial for both sides. He made the remarks ahead of his scheduled meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Seoul, adding that the world is watching closely for progress. What The Deal Could […]

International

India-Japan Ties Key For Global Peace, Modi Says

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Wednesday, congratulating her on assuming office and highlighting the importance of strengthening the India-Japan “Special Strategic & Global Partnership.” Modi said that closer ties between the two countries are essential for global peace, stability and prosperity. Focus Areas Of

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ED Flags Cash-for-Jobs Scam in Tamil Nadu

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has written to the Tamil Nadu Police seeking a probe into an alleged cash-for-jobs scheme within the state’s Municipal Administration and Water Supply Department (MAWS). The letter says bribes of ₹25 lakh to ₹35 lakh per post were collected by powerful political operatives to rig the selection process for 2,538 posts […]

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President Murmu Flies In Rafale Fighter From Ambala

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday took a sortie in a Dassault Rafale fighter jet from Ambala Air Force Station in Haryana. This was her second flight in a frontline combat aircraft, following her earlier sortie in a Sukhoi-30 MKI from Tezpur in April 2023. Significance Of The Sortie The flight makes President Murmu the first […]

International

At Least 50 Killed In Israeli Strikes On Gaza

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

Gaza’s Hamas-run civil defence agency said at least 50 people, including children, were killed in overnight Israeli airstrikes across the Strip. The strikes came just weeks after a fragile ceasefire deal, raising fears of renewed escalation. Over 200 others were reportedly injured in the bombings. Details Of The Strikes According to Gaza authorities, the airstrikes […]

International

South Korea Awards Trump Its Highest Honour

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump was honoured with South Korea’s highest civilian award, the Grand Order of Mugunghwa, during his state visit on October 29. The award was presented by South Korean President Lee Jae-myung at a ceremony in Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla dynasty. Ceremony And Symbolism Alongside the medal, Trump was gifted […]

International

US Senate Moves to Revoke Trump’s Brazil Tariffs

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

The United States Senate on October 28 passed a bipartisan resolution by a narrow 52–48 margin to repeal the 50 % tariffs imposed on Brazilian goods under Donald Trump’s administration. The tariffs, which covered imports such as coffee, beef and orange juice, were introduced following Trump’s declaration of a national emergency tied to Brazil’s prosecution […]

International

US-India Trade Deal ‘On The Verge,’ Trump Says

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump said during his South Korea visit that a trade agreement between the United States and India is “only a question of time.” He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting their “great relationship” and suggesting talks are moving toward resolution. Deal Status Trump’s remarks come as negotiations that had earlier stalled over […]

International

Australia’s Inflation Jumps, Rate Cut Hopes Fade

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

Australia’s consumer price index (CPI) rose by 1.3% in the third quarter of 2025, pushing annual inflation to 3.2%. The figure overshot market expectations and exceeded the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) 2–3% target band, raising concerns about the timing of future interest-rate cuts. Q3 Numbers And Drivers The quarterly rise of 1.3% was the […]

International

Pakistani Defence Minister Accuses Kabul Of Being India’s ‘Puppet’

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has accused the Afghan government of acting as a “puppet of Delhi” and warned that Pakistan will respond “50 times stronger” if Kabul attacks Islamabad or provides sanctuary to militants striking Pakistan. Allegations And Warning In remarks aired on a Pakistani television programme, Asif claimed that India is using Afghanistan […]