International

Trump Offers Canada ‘Golden Dome’ Entry at $61 Billion

By BPN News Desk May 28, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has stirred controversy with his latest proposal regarding the U.S. missile defense initiative dubbed the “Golden Dome.” Trump stated that Canada could either pay a hefty sum of $61 billion to join the system or gain free access by becoming the 51st state of the United States. The remarks, delivered via […]

International

US Halts Student Visa Interviews Over Vetting Plan

By BPN News Desk May 28, 2025

The United States has put a temporary freeze on scheduling new student visa interviews across all embassies and consulates globally. This pause affects the F, M, and J visa categories and comes as the government moves to introduce enhanced social media screening for applicants. While this decision does not impact those who have already secured […]

National

Shashi Tharoor in Panama: India Resolute Against Terrorism

By BPN News Desk May 28, 2025

In a powerful address during his visit to Panama City, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor reaffirmed India’s unshakeable resolve against terrorism. Leading an all-party parliamentary delegation, Tharoor expressed the nation’s enduring grief over decades of terrorist attacks allegedly emanating from across the border and emphasized India’s right to act against such aggression.

Defence National

India Reactivates Kailashahar Airbase to Counter Chinese Moves

By BPN News Desk May 27, 2025

India has decided to revive the defunct Kailashahar airbase in Tripura, a strategic installation used during the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, as part of a proactive response to Bangladesh’s collaboration with China on military infrastructure. This move is seen as a direct counter to Bangladesh’s decision to upgrade the World War II-era Lalmonirhat airbase with

International

UK to Train 120,000 Citizens to Reduce Immigrant Labour Dependence

By BPN News Desk May 27, 2025

The United Kingdom has unveiled a sweeping £3 billion workforce development initiative to train 120,000 British citizens across high-demand sectors, aiming to reduce the country’s dependency on immigrant labour. The programme, backed by Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government, is seen as a cornerstone of its broader economic agenda focused on self-reliance and long-term

Economy National

India Bars Foreign-Funded NGOs from Publishing News

By BPN News Desk May 27, 2025

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has introduced a critical amendment to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010, effectively barring non-governmental organizations receiving foreign donations from publishing any form of news content. The move, aimed at restricting foreign influence on domestic narratives, targets NGOs that may otherwise be involved in

Economy National

Income Tax Return Deadline Extended to September 15, 2025

By BPN News Desk May 27, 2025

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has officially extended the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for the financial year 2024–25 (assessment year 2025–26). The new deadline has been moved from July 31, 2025, to September 15, 2025. This extension applies to individual taxpayers, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs), and other entities that are […]

National

Owaisi Slams Pakistan Over IMF Loan, Praises Indian Muslims

By BPN News Desk May 27, 2025

AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi has strongly criticized Pakistan over the alleged misuse of international financial aid and denounced its self-assumed role as the spokesperson of global Muslim interests. Speaking during his visit to Kuwait as part of an Indian parliamentary delegation, Owaisi accused Pakistan of diverting crucial funds away from humanitarian needs towards

International

Bangladesh Army Opposes Myanmar Corridor Amid Rising Tensions

By BPN News Desk May 27, 2025

A sharp divide has surfaced between the Bangladesh Army and the country’s interim government over a proposed humanitarian corridor into conflict-ridden Myanmar. The disagreement reflects broader tensions over national security, foreign policy, and the balance of civil-military authority during a politically volatile period. Bangladesh Army Rejects Rakhine Corridor Plan

International

Shehbaz Sharif Offers Peace Talks, India Insists on Terror, PoK

By BPN News Desk May 27, 2025

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has renewed his call for peace talks with India during his recent diplomatic visit to Tehran. Speaking from the Iranian capital, Sharif proposed a comprehensive dialogue encompassing all contentious issues, including Kashmir, terrorism, water sharing, and trade. However, India has made it clear that any discussion will be limited