International

Pakistani Taliban Threatens Army Chief Asim Munir

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

The militant group Tehreek‑e‑Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has released a series of videos threatening Pakistan’s Army Chief Asim Munir, stating “Face us if you are a man” in one clip issued by a commander identified as Commander Kazim. The message urged senior officers to lead troops personally into battle rather than dispatching soldiers. Attack Claims and Pakistani […]

Environment

India Rises To 9th Globally In Forest Area

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

India has climbed to the ninth position in the world in terms of total forest area, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization’s Global Forest Resources Assessment 2025. The country previously held the tenth spot. Net Gain In Forests India continues to register the third-highest annual net gain in forest area globally, showing consistent progress […]

International

INS Trikand Responds to Fire on Vessel Off Djibouti

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

India’s naval frigate INS Trikand conducted a firefighting and rescue operation after the Cameroon-flagged carrier MT Falcon caught fire off the coast of Djibouti in the Gulf of Aden. The incident occurred roughly 113 nautical miles southeast of Aden, Yemen, while the vessel was en route from Oman to Djibouti. Crew Evacuated and Casualties The MT Falcon […]

International

Mosquitoes Detected in Iceland for First Time

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

For the first time in recorded history, mosquitoes have been found on the island nation of Iceland. Entomologists confirmed three specimens of the species Culiseta annulata—one male and two females—captured in mid-October in the valley of Kjós near Reykjavík. What the Experts Say Scientists say the discovery likely reflects warming temperatures and milder winters in […]

International

EU To Sanction Chinese Refineries Over Russia Oil Trade

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

The European Union is preparing its 19th sanctions package against Russia, which includes penalties on four China-based entities. Among them are two independent oil refineries, a trading firm, and another organization accused of helping circumvent sanctions. The move is directed at companies allegedly involved in facilitating Russian oil exports. Targeted Entities And

National

PM Modi to Attend ASEAN Summit Virtually

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has confirmed that he will attend the 47th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit, scheduled from October 26 to 28 in Kuala Lumpur, via video link. He cited India’s festive Deepavali celebrations as the reason for not travelling to Malaysia. India’s Representation & Meeting Speculations With Modi not making the trip, the

International

Trump Says India Will Sharply Cut Russian Oil Imports

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump said that India has assured him it will sharply reduce oil imports from Russia by the end of this year. He said this followed a phone call with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and described the move as a “big thing.” India’s Position Indian officials have not confirmed the specific commitment cited […]

National

Global South Must Speak In One Voice On Trade: Goyal

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

India has urged developing and least-developed countries to adopt a unified stance in global trade discussions. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal made the appeal during the 16th session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in Geneva. Challenges In Trade Goyal highlighted that the global trade system faces a “trust deficit,” […]

South India State News

Kerala Announces Extreme Poverty-Free Status from November 1

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

The Kerala government has announced that the state will be declared free of extreme poverty on November 1, 2025, becoming India’s first state to achieve this milestone. The formal event will be held at 5 pm at Central Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram and will feature celebrities including Mammootty, Mohanlal and Kamal Haasan as chief guests. Program Details […]

Defence National

New Weapons, Specialist Units To Boost Army’s Capabilities

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

The Indian Army has completed the creation of 380 specialist drone platoons, codenamed “Ashni.” These units are designed to provide advanced surveillance and combat capabilities using unmanned systems. New Commando Battalions In the next six months, the Army will also raise 25 light commando battalions, to be known as “Bhairav.” These battalions are meant to […]