Asia International

India, Maldives Sign $400 Million Currency Swap Deal to Boost Economic Ties

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2024

India and the Maldives on Monday signed a currency swap agreement worth $400 million, aimed at helping the island nation overcome foreign exchange reserve challenges and bolstering economic cooperation between the two countries. This agreement was part of a series of initiatives announced during Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu’s four-day state visit to India. Key

International

Protester Sets Himself on Fire Outside White House Amid Anti-Israel Protests

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2024

A man set himself on fire outside the White House on Saturday during a protest against the ongoing war in Gaza. The incident occurred as thousands marched across cities like Washington and Los Angeles, calling for an immediate ceasefire in the devastating conflict that has now entered its twelfth month. Global Protests Demand Ceasefire in […]

Research & Discoveries Science

Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun Win 2024 Nobel Prize in Medicine

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2024

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to American scientists Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for their discovery of microRNA and its pivotal role in post-transcriptional gene regulation. This achievement marks a significant advancement in the understanding of how gene activity is regulated within cells. Discovering microRNA: A New Dimension in […]

Americas International

Trinidad & Tobago Adopts UPI-Based Real-Time Payments Platform

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2024

Trinidad and Tobago has officially become the first Caribbean nation to embrace a real-time payments platform based on India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) technology. The milestone agreement was signed between the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and Trinidad and Tobago’s Ministry of Digital Transformation on September 26, marking a significant step

Technology

Google Rolls Out New Theft Protection Features for Android Phones

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2024

Google has started rolling out new advanced theft protection features for Android phones, aimed at securing personal data and preventing unauthorized access in case of device theft. Announced at the I/O 2024 developer conference, these features are designed to enhance security by leveraging AI-based technology and remote control functionalities. The updates are now

International Middle East

Egypt Backs France’s Call to Halt Arms Exports to Israel

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2024

Egypt has welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron’s call to halt the export of arms to Israel, citing concerns over the Israeli military’s violations of international law and humanitarian norms in Gaza and Lebanon. This development comes amid rising tensions and increased civilian casualties in both conflict zones, with many of the victims reported to be […]

Business Industry

Govt Allocates ₹1,000 Crore Venture Fund for Space Startups

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2024

The Indian government has earmarked ₹1,000 crore as a venture fund to support the growth of space startups, signaling a significant investment in the country’s rapidly expanding space sector. This was announced by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, who highlighted that the decision was made within the […]

Cricket Sports

Two Chinese Nationals Killed in Karachi Blast; BLA Claims Responsibility

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2024

Two Chinese nationals were killed in a massive blast near Karachi airport late Sunday night, in what Beijing has described as a “terror attack.” The separatist militant group Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility for the attack, stating that it targeted a convoy of Chinese engineers and investors traveling from the airport. Blast Targets Chinese

Defence National

IAF Demonstrates High-Altitude Target Neutralisation Using Rafale Jets

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2024

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has successfully demonstrated its capability to neutralise high-altitude spy balloon-type targets at over 55,000 feet along India’s eastern front, according to a recent report by news agency ANI. The operation, carried out under the Eastern Air Command’s area of responsibility, involved the use of a Rafale fighter jet and was […]

Asia International

Maldives President Assures India: Will Not Compromise Security

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2024

Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, currently on a four-day state visit to India, assured New Delhi that the Maldives will never take any action that could undermine India’s security interests. The statement comes as both countries seek to reset their diplomatic relations amid the Maldives’ economic challenges and its growing ties with China. Maldives Seeks to […]