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World Bank Flags Rising Poverty in Pakistan Amid Tax Woes

By BPN News Desk May 26, 2025

A new report by the World Bank has exposed alarming levels of rising poverty in Pakistan, painting a grim picture of economic distress fueled by regressive taxation policies and inadequate public welfare mechanisms. The findings have raised serious questions about the country’s fiscal priorities and governance failures. General Sales Tax Deepening Poverty The World

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Pakistan Army Chief Gifts PM Sharif a Chinese Drill Photo, Claims It Shows Strike on India

By BPN News Desk May 26, 2025

In a bizarre episode that has sparked global ridicule, Pakistan’s Army Chief General Asim Munir gifted Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif a framed photograph he claimed depicted the Pakistani military’s “successful strike” against India. The image, however, turned out to be from a 2019 Chinese military drill, triggering widespread embarrassment and raising questions about

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Trump’s 25% Tariff on India-Made iPhones Sparks Legal Storm

By BPN News Desk May 26, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has once again ignited controversy with a bold policy stance—this time targeting Apple’s overseas manufacturing. On May 23, 2025, Trump announced that he would impose a 25% tariff on all iPhones not made in the United States, escalating pressure on Apple to shift production from India and other countries back to […]

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Trump Calls Putin ‘Absolutely Crazy’ Amid Ukraine Strikes

By BPN News Desk May 26, 2025

In a sharp escalation of rhetoric, U.S. President Donald Trump has denounced Russian President Vladimir Putin as “absolutely crazy” following Russia’s largest missile and drone assault on Ukraine since the war began. The remarks signal a notable shift in Trump’s tone, given his past claims of having a “very good relationship” with the Russian

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India, Canada Hold First High-Level Talks to Reset Ties

By BPN News Desk May 26, 2025

In a key step towards restoring fractured diplomatic ties, India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held his first official conversation with Canada’s new Foreign Minister Anita Anand on May 25, 2025. The high-level dialogue signals a mutual willingness to move beyond the diplomatic chill that had engulfed bilateral relations in recent years. India-Canada Relations:

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Sheikh Hasina Accuses Yunus of ‘Selling Bangladesh to US’

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2025

In a strongly worded audio message posted on her party’s official Facebook page, former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina launched a scathing attack on interim government chief Muhammad Yunus, accusing him of compromising the nation’s sovereignty. The explosive statement has added fresh fire to Bangladesh’s already volatile political landscape, just months after

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Yunus Govt Warns of Action Amid Mounting Army Pressure

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2025

The interim government of Bangladesh, headed by Nobel laureate and Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, finds itself at the center of escalating political tension. Facing growing demands from both the military and the opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), the government has issued a strong warning, stating it will take “public-backed action” if its autonomy

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Muhammad Yunus to Continue as Bangladesh’s Interim Chief Amid Resignation Speculations

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2025

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus will continue to serve as the head of Bangladesh’s interim government, despite widespread speculation regarding his resignation. The clarification comes as political pressure mounts in the country and the interim administration struggles to push forward its roadmap to democratic elections. Political Turmoil and Leadership Rumors Yunus, who

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Major Power Outage Hits Cannes During Film Festival

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2025

A large-scale power outage disrupted southeastern France, including the famed city of Cannes, on May 24, 2025, just as the 78th Cannes Film Festival was concluding. Approximately 160,000 homes and several public services were impacted, prompting immediate emergency responses to prevent chaos during one of the world’s most prominent cultural events. Cannes Power Outage

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Iran Rejects U.S. Terms: No Deal If Enrichment Must End

By BPN News Desk May 24, 2025

Iran has categorically rejected the United States’ latest precondition to cease uranium enrichment, making clear that any nuclear agreement that requires Tehran to end this process is unacceptable. The hardening of Iran’s stance comes just ahead of the next round of nuclear negotiations in Rome, further complicating already fragile talks between the two countries.