Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif
International

Pakistan Orders Austerity as Fuel Prices Surge

By BPN News Desk
Pakistan has introduced a fresh three-month austerity and fuel-conservation programme as rising international oil prices increase pressure on the country’s economy. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said government institutions and wealthier sections should bear the initial burden as Islamabad seeks to reduce fuel consumption and public expenditure. Pakistan Cuts Fuel for
Masoud Pezeshkian
International

US Clears Iranian Leaders for UN General Assembly

By BPN News Desk
The Trump administration has approved visas for senior Iranian officials, including President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, to attend next week’s United Nations General Assembly in New York despite the continuing US-Iran conflict. US Approves Iranian Delegation for UNGA The US State Department said visas had been approved for Iran’s core delegation
Tarique Rahman
International

India, Bangladesh Resume Talks for Rahman Visit

By BPN News Desk
India and Bangladesh have resumed official-level discussions to arrange a possible visit by Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to New Delhi, after a brief period of diplomatic friction. Officials from both sides are reportedly working toward a suitable window in November, with trade and water-sharing issues expected to feature prominently. India-Bangladesh Talks
Olympia
State News West India

Olympia Coffee House Licence Suspended

By BPN News Desk
Mumbai’s iconic 108-year-old Olympia Coffee House in Colaba has had its food licence suspended by the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration after inspectors found multiple serious hygiene and food-safety violations. The restaurant had recently attracted attention after filmmaker Christopher Nolan and actors Matt Damon and Tom Holland visited it during their Mumbai trip.
Brics
International

PM Modi Hails Unanimous BRICS Delhi Declaration

By BPN News Desk
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said the unanimous adoption of the New Delhi Declaration at the 2026 BRICS Summit reflects growing international confidence in India. His remarks came days after all 11 BRICS members agreed on the joint declaration despite differences over several major geopolitical issues. Modi Highlights BRICS New Delhi Declaration Speaking at the […]
passport
National

India Revises Passport Validity for Children

By BPN News Desk
India has amended its passport rules for children, changing the validity period of ordinary passports issued to applicants below the age of 15. Under the revised framework, such passports will remain valid for five years from the date of issue or until the child turns 18, whichever occurs earlier. New Passport Validity Rules for Children […]