International

Massive Blaze Engulfs 67‑Storey Dubai Tower, 3,820 Evacuated

By BPN News Desk June 15, 2025

A massive fire broke out late Friday night in a 67-storey residential skyscraper, Marina Pinnacle, located in the heart of Dubai Marina. The blaze, which began around 9:30 PM local time, rapidly engulfed the upper floors of the high-rise, sending plumes of smoke into the night sky and sparking panic among residents. The emergency response […]

Cricket Sports

Bavuma Hails Historic Win as South Africa Clinch WTC Final

By BPN News Desk June 15, 2025

South Africa etched their name in cricket history by securing their maiden ICC World Test Championship title, defeating Australia in a thrilling final at Lord’s. This monumental achievement marked the nation’s first senior men’s ICC trophy in over two decades, ending years of near-misses and heartbreak on the global stage. Captain Temba Bavuma, who led […]

International

Iran Ends US Nuclear Talks, Slams Washington for Backing Israel

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

Iran has delivered a sharp rebuke to the United States, declaring that ongoing nuclear negotiations are now “meaningless” following what it described as Washington’s tacit support for Israel’s recent airstrikes. The decision represents a serious blow to months of behind-the-scenes diplomatic efforts aimed at curbing Iran’s nuclear programme and de-escalating regional

East India State News

Manipur Forces Seize 328 Firearms in Major Raids

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

In a sweeping counterinsurgency effort, security forces in Manipur recovered a massive cache of firearms and ammunition in coordinated overnight raids across five districts of the Imphal Valley. Conducted during the night of June 13–14, the operations involved combined teams from the Manipur Police, Indian Army, Central Armed Police Forces, and Assam Rifles, acting on […]

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India’s COVID Surge: Active Cases Rise to 7,400

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

India is witnessing a fresh surge in COVID-19 cases, with active infections rising to 7,400 as of the latest update. The Health Ministry confirmed 269 new cases and nine deaths in the last 24 hours, signaling a renewed need for vigilance. The sudden uptick is being linked to the spread of newer subvariants of the […]

Cricket Sports

South Africa Ends 27-Year ICC Drought with WTC25 Win

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

South Africa finally shattered their long-standing ICC curse by securing the World Test Championship 2025 title at Lord’s with a commanding five-wicket victory over Australia. This triumph marks the nation’s first major ICC men’s trophy since the 1998 Champions Trophy, bringing an emotional end to a 27-year drought. WTC25 Final South Africa resumed Day 4 […]

International National

India Distances Itself as SCO Condemns Israel Strikes

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

India has signaled a clear divergence from the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)’s stance as the bloc collectively condemned Israel’s recent airstrikes on Iran. While countries like China, Russia, and Pakistan aligned in denouncing the Israeli action during a recent SCO meet, India chose to distance itself from the joint statement, underscoring its independent

International

Israel Warns: “Tehran Will Burn” Amid Missile Barrage

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz issued a grave warning on Friday, intensifying the rhetoric in an already volatile conflict between Israel and Iran. “If Khamenei continues to fire missiles at the Israeli home front — Tehran will burn.” His statement follows a dramatic military exchange that has pushed the two regional adversaries closer to full-scale […]

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India Halts Rare Earth Exports to Japan Amid Supply Push

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

India has taken a strategic decision to pause its rare earth mineral exports to Japan as part of a broader effort to safeguard its own industrial ecosystem and reduce dependence on China. The government has directed Indian Rare Earths Limited (IREL), a state-run company, to suspend its export agreement with Toyotsu Rare Earths India, a […]

National PMO

Modi to Visit Cyprus Canada and Croatia from June 15 to 19

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a significant three-nation diplomatic tour from June 15 to 19, covering Cyprus, Canada, and Croatia. This marks his first foreign visit since the launch of Operation Sindoor and reflects India’s efforts to reinforce global partnerships and reset strategic equations. Tour Schedule and Objectives The first stop will be Cyprus