India and U.S. Aim to Finalize First Phase of Trade Deal by Fall 2025

By BPN News Desk April 22, 2025

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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has stated that India and the United States are moving steadily toward concluding the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement by fall 2025. Addressing the Indian community in San Francisco, she underlined that resolving reciprocal tariff issues remains a

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Trump’s Approval Drops to 42% Amid Authority Concerns

By BPN News Desk April 22, 2025

President Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen to 42%, marking the lowest level since his return to office, according to a recent national poll. The drop from 47% in January reflects a growing sense of dissatisfaction among Americans over how the President is exercising his authority. The approval decline is largely attributed to recent decisions […]

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Harvard University Challenges Federal Funding Freeze in Court

By BPN News Desk April 22, 2025

Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, contesting the freezing of more than $2.2 billion in federal research funding. The university claims the move is a violation of constitutional rights and an unlawful attempt to influence academic governance. The lawsuit, lodged in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, argues […]

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Pope Francis Dies at 88 on Easter Monday, Funeral Plans Underway

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church, passed away peacefully on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. He died at 7:35 a.m. CEST in his residence at Casa Santa Marta in Vatican City. His final days followed a period of fragile health, including a prolonged hospital stay earlier […]

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India Halts ₹5,000 Crore Rail Projects in Bangladesh, Eyes Alternatives via Nepal and Bhutan

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

India has reportedly suspended railway infrastructure projects worth ₹5,000 crore in Bangladesh amid rising political unrest and concerns over the safety of Indian workers involved in on-ground construction. The decision marks a significant shift in New Delhi’s regional connectivity strategy, particularly concerning its Northeast corridor. The halted projects include the

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Ukraine Reports Wave of Russian Drone Attacks After Truce Ends

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

Just hours after a temporary 30-hour Easter ceasefire ended, Ukraine has reported a sharp escalation in Russian military activity, including widespread drone and missile attacks across several regions. The renewed strikes have reignited fears over Russia’s commitment to de-escalation and cast a shadow over ongoing efforts to restore dialogue. Early on April 21, air

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Lakshmi Narayan Temple in Surrey Defaced with Pro-Khalistan Graffiti

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

In yet another act of targeted vandalism, the Lakshmi Narayan Mandir in Surrey, British Columbia has been defaced with pro-Khalistan graffiti, heightening concerns over growing extremism and communal tensions within Canada. The incident, which took place in the early hours of the morning, marks the third such attack on this particular temple. Witnesses and local […]

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4,700 Pakistani Beggars Deported from Saudi Arabia, Says Defence Minister

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has revealed that more than 4,700 Pakistani nationals have been deported from Saudi Arabia due to their involvement in organized begging. Speaking at a public gathering in Sialkot, Asif criticized what he described as a nationwide “begging industry,” stating that around 22 million individuals in Pakistan are part of this

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U.S. Commission Warns of China’s Biotech Militarization

By BPN News Desk April 20, 2025

In a stark warning to policymakers, the U.S. National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology has revealed that China is rapidly advancing in military biotechnology and may soon leverage genetic engineering and artificial intelligence to create AI-powered “super soldiers.” The commission argues that these developments pose a direct threat to global security and could

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Bangladesh Seeks Interpol Red Notice for Sheikh Hasina

By BPN News Desk April 20, 2025

In a major escalation of legal proceedings, Bangladesh’s National Central Bureau has formally requested Interpol to issue a red corner notice against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 11 of her close aides. The request is aimed at securing their provisional arrest and possible extradition over a series of serious allegations, including mass murder, inciting