International

Bangladesh Eyes Closer Ties with Pakistan but Underlying Tensions Remain

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

Bangladesh has shown signs of wanting to rebuild its diplomatic ties with Pakistan, decades after the bitter 1971 war that led to its independence. Officials from both countries have indicated a willingness to engage more deeply on trade, connectivity, and regional cooperation, signaling a potential thaw in what has long been a strained bilateral relationship. […]

International

Donald Trump Says China Reached Out for Talks Amid Rising U.S. Tariff Pressure

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that China has reached out to the United States for discussions on tariffs, signaling what he describes as a response to increasing pressure from his tough stance on trade. Speaking during a campaign-style address, Trump asserted that the Chinese government initiated the communication, allegedly seeking to re-engage on the […]

International

Over 30 Killed, Dozens Injured in U.S. Air Strikes on Yemen

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

More than 30 people were killed and at least 80 others injured after a wave of U.S. air strikes hit multiple areas across Yemen. The attacks reportedly targeted sites under the control of Houthi forces, but several civilian zones were also affected, resulting in mass casualties. Eyewitnesses described scenes of devastation, with rescue teams digging […]

Defence National

Amit Shah: CRPF Key to Ending Naxalism by March 2026

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has declared that the government’s mission to eradicate Naxalism will conclude by March next year. Speaking at the 85th Raising Day celebrations of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Varanasi, Shah lauded the force for being the backbone of India’s fight against Left Wing Extremism and affirmed that the […]

National PMO

Prime Minister Clarifies the Intent Behind Waqf Amendments

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has come out strongly in defense of the recent amendments to the Waqf law, stating that the move was not politically motivated but stemmed from over 1,700 complaints received from within the Muslim community. According to Modi, these complaints pointed to repeated misuse and mismanagement of Waqf properties, often at the […]

East India State News

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose Visits Murshidabad and Malda Amid Communal Tensions

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose on Wednesday undertook a visit to the violence-hit districts of Murshidabad and Malda, regions that have been on edge since the outbreak of communal clashes during Ram Navami processions earlier this month. His visit, marked by meetings with victims and administrative officials, comes at a time when the state’s […]

State News West India

India Slams Bangladesh for Remarks on Murshidabad Violence

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

India has sharply criticized Bangladesh for its comments on the recent communal violence in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district, calling the remarks “barely disguised and disingenuous.” The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) rejected any attempt to draw equivalence between the situation in India and longstanding concerns over the treatment of minorities in Bangladesh. The

National

Indian Consulates Support Students Facing Visa Revocations in the U.S.

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

In response to a surge in F-1 visa cancellations affecting Indian students in the United States, Indian consulates are actively providing support to those impacted. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has acknowledged the situation and confirmed that Indian embassies and consulates are in contact with affected students to offer assistance.​ Background of Visa

Defence National

India Constructs World’s First On-Site 3D-Printed Military Bunker in Leh

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

In a pioneering achievement, India has constructed the world’s first on-site 3D-printed military bunker in Leh, situated at an altitude of 11,000 feet. This innovative project, named Project PRABAL (Portable Robotic Arm for Building Bunkers and Ancillaries), was a collaboration between Simpliforge Creations, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad, and the

North India State News

Nashik Dargah Demolition Sparks Violence; 21 Policemen Injured, 15 Arrested

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

In a significant law enforcement action, the demolition of an unauthorized dargah in Nashik’s Kathe Galli area led to violent clashes late Tuesday night. A mob opposing the demolition attacked police personnel, resulting in injuries to 21 officers and damage to multiple police vehicles. Authorities responded with crowd-control measures, including lathi-charge and