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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

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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 […]

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EAM Jaishankar to Lead Indian Delegation at SCO Summit in Islamabad

By Editor - News Desk October 4, 2024

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar is set to lead the Indian delegation at the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Islamabad on October 15th and 16th, confirmed Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal during a media briefing in Delhi today. India to Participate in SCO Summit 2024 India’s participation in the summit underscores its commitment

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India’s Foreign Minister Jaishankar Strengthens Bilateral Ties During Sri Lanka Visit

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2024

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar visited Colombo on October 4, 2024, to bolster India-Sri Lanka relations. During his visit, he met with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, and Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath. He also held discussions with former President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Leader of the Opposition Sajith

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India Condemns Hamas Attack, Expresses Concern Over Middle East Crisis

By BPN News Desk October 2, 2024

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated that India views Hamas’s attack on Israel on October 7 as a “terrorist attack” and expressed deep concern over the escalating conflict in the Middle East. The remarks were made during a discussion at the Carnegie Endowment in Washington on Tuesday. India’s Stance on the Hamas Attack Addressing the […]

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Pakistan Cuts 1.5 Lakh Jobs, Shuts Six Ministries to Secure IMF Loan

By BPN News Desk September 30, 2024

In a bid to meet the stringent conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a $7 billion loan package, Pakistan has announced drastic measures, including cutting 1.5 lakh government jobs, shutting down six ministries, and merging two others. The decision, aimed at reducing administrative expenditures, was reported by PTI on Sunday, September 29. […]

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Nepal Flood Death Toll Reaches 192 as Rescue Operations Intensify

By BPN News Desk September 30, 2024

Search and rescue operations continue in Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu, after devastating monsoon floods and landslides claimed at least 192 lives across the Himalayan nation. The catastrophic floods, triggered by the heaviest rains in more than two decades, have wreaked havoc throughout the region, displacing thousands and destroying infrastructure. Unplanned Urban Expansion

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Rajnath Singh Criticizes Pakistan Over IMF Bailout, Offers Larger Aid If Ties Improved

By BPN News Desk September 30, 2024

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, speaking at an election rally in the Gurez border area of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, stated that India could have provided Pakistan with a bailout package larger than the one recently approved by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). However, this assistance could have been offered only if Pakistan had maintained […]

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Russia Backs India’s Bid for Permanent Seat at UN Security Council

By BPN News Desk September 29, 2024

Russia has expressed its strong support for India’s bid to become a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), adding its voice to a growing list of nations backing India’s candidacy. The endorsement came during the ongoing UN General Assembly session, further bolstering India’s claim for a permanent seat on the UNSC. Bhutan […]

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Jaishankar Condemns Pakistan’s Terrorism Policy and Radicalisation at UNGA

By BPN News Desk September 29, 2024

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar delivered a powerful address at the 79th UNGA session in New York, targeting Pakistan’s stance on Kashmir and its policy of cross-border terrorism. In a scathing attack, Jaishankar emphasized that the only issue left between the two nations is the return of Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) to India. ‘Pakistan’s Cross-Border