National

Modi Government Announces Tough Diplomatic and Security Measures Against Pakistan

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

In a series of unprecedented moves following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, the Modi government has announced a firm and uncompromising response aimed squarely at Pakistan. The sweeping measures, seen as some of the harshest diplomatic and security actions in recent years, signal a complete breakdown in bilateral ties and an aggressive shift in India’s […]

National

Local Hero Syed Adil Hussain Shah Dies Protecting Tourists in Pahalgam Attack

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

In a heart-wrenching yet inspiring moment during the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025, Syed Adil Hussain Shah, a local pony ride operator, displayed remarkable bravery as he attempted to protect tourists from armed militants. Shah, who earned a modest living by offering pony rides to visitors in the Baisaran meadow, tragically lost his […]

National

Pahalgam Terror Attack Triggers 25% Spike in Kashmir Tour Cancellations

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

The deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, that claimed 28 lives has dealt a serious blow to the region’s tourism industry. In the days following the incident, travel agencies have reported a 25% surge in tour cancellations, as travelers across India and abroad pull back from planned visits citing safety concerns. Immediate Impact […]

National

Pahalgam Terror Attack: Robert Vadra Blames Modi for Communal Divide

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

Businessman and political figure Robert Vadra has stirred a fresh political debate in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack by linking the incident to the growing communal tensions in India. In a public statement, Vadra expressed his sorrow over the killing of 28 civilians by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir but pointed to a […]

International

Series of Earthquakes Shake Istanbul; Panic Grips Western Districts

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

A series of earthquakes rocked Istanbul on April 23, 2025, triggering widespread panic across the city and forcing evacuations in several districts. The most powerful tremor registered a magnitude of 6.2 with its epicenter located off the coast of Silivri in the Marmara Sea, approximately 40 kilometers southwest of Istanbul. The quake occurred at a […]

Cricket Sports

Rishabh Pant’s Outburst After Batting Delay Sparks Debate in IPL 2025

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

Rishabh Pant, captain of the Lucknow Super Giants, found himself at the center of a controversy during an IPL 2025 clash against Delhi Capitals, not for his performance with the bat, but for what followed after it. Batting unusually low at number 7, Pant’s short stay at the crease ended in a disappointing dismissal, and […]

International

White House Rebuts University Criticism Over Federal Oversight

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

The White House has pushed back strongly against a coordinated statement from over 100 U.S. universities accusing the administration of political interference and overreach in academic affairs. The backlash comes amid an ongoing legal dispute involving Harvard University and the federal government, following the freezing of $2.2 billion in funding. Universities’

National

Rajnath Singh Meets Military Chiefs to Review Pahalgam Attack Response

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

Following the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed the lives of 26 civilians, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a high-level meeting with the Chief of Defence Staff and the heads of the Army, Navy, and Air Force. The urgent deliberation was aimed at evaluating the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir and planning a […]

International

Pope Francis’ Funeral to Be Held Saturday at St. Peter’s Square

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, will be laid to rest on Saturday, April 26. The funeral will be held at 10:00 a.m. local time in St. Peter’s Square, Vatican City, where thousands of faithful are expected to gather to bid farewell to the late pontiff. His […]

International

Trump Hints at Tariff Cuts on China, Signals Trade War Easing

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

In a major signal of de-escalation, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the steep 145% tariffs currently imposed on Chinese imports would soon be “substantially reduced.” The move is being seen as a significant pivot in the trajectory of the long-running U.S.-China trade war, raising hopes for renewed economic cooperation between the two global giants. […]