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India Rejects Pakistan’s Claim on Sri Lanka Aid-Flight Delay

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2025

India on Tuesday firmly dismissed Pakistan’s allegation that New Delhi delayed granting overflight permission to an aircraft carrying humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) termed the accusation “ridiculous” and clarified that the clearance was given the same day the request was received. India’s Clarification According to the MEA, Pakistan

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Russia Ratifies Defence Pact with India Ahead of Putin Visit

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2025

Russia’s lower house of parliament, the State Duma, has ratified a key military logistics agreement with India just days before President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi on December 4–5 for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit. What the Pact Involves The agreement, formally known as the Reciprocal Exchange of Logistic Support (RELOS), will allow Indian […]

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Elon Musk Warns of Possible Major War Within a Decade

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2025

Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has warned that a major global conflict — possibly involving nuclear weapons — could occur within the next five to ten years. In a post on his platform, he stated flatly, “War is inevitable. Five years, ten at most.” Why His Warning Matters Musk’s blunt message comes amid rising global tensions […]

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Hong Kong Launches Independent Probe After Deadly Fire

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2025

The government of Hong Kong has announced that a judge-led independent committee will be formed to investigate a massive fire at a residential complex that claimed at least 151 lives. The blaze, described as the worst in decades, struck the Wang Fuk Court estate in the Tai Po district and rapidly engulfed multiple high-rise towers. […]

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Europe Backs Ukraine as US Envoy Travels to Moscow

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2025

European leaders have reaffirmed strong support for Ukraine as a senior US envoy heads to Moscow for the next round of diplomatic discussions with Russia. The developments come amid ongoing efforts to revise a draft peace proposal, which several European governments previously felt tilted too much in Russia’s favour. Europe Stands Firm on Ukraine’s Sovereignty […]

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US Navy Commander Ordered Second Strike on Venezuelan Boat

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2025

The White House has confirmed that a senior US Navy commander authorised a second strike on a Venezuelan-flagged boat during a counter-narcotics operation in the Caribbean. The follow-up strike targeted survivors from an earlier attack, raising significant legal and political questions in Washington. What Happened During the Operation The incident took place on September 2

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Saudi-Mediated Pakistan-Afghanistan Talks Fail in Riyadh

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2025

A fresh round of talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan, hosted in Riyadh under Saudi Arabia’s mediation, ended without any agreement. The discussions were aimed at easing tensions between the two neighbours, particularly over cross-border terrorism and security cooperation. However, both sides held firm to their positions, leading to yet another deadlock. No Breakthrough

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India Clears Pakistan Aid Flight to Sri Lanka After Floods

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2025

India approved Pakistan’s request for over-flight clearance to deliver humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka after the island nation was hit by severe flooding caused by Cyclone Ditwah. Officials clarified that the clearance was granted promptly and denied claims circulating in some reports that India had blocked the flight. Fast Clearance for Humanitarian Mission According

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13 Arrested in Hong Kong Fire Probe

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

Hong Kong police have arrested 13 people on suspicion of manslaughter after a massive fire tore through an apartment complex in Tai Po, marking one of the city’s deadliest residential disasters in decades. The blaze spread rapidly through multiple towers, leaving at least 151 people dead and dozens still missing as search operations continue. Unsafe […]

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H-1B Approvals for Indian IT Firms Hit 10-Year Low

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

New H-1B visa approvals for Indian IT companies have fallen sharply, dropping to 4,573 in FY 2025 — the lowest level recorded in a decade. The figure marks a steep decline compared to both 2024 and earlier years, signalling a major shift in U.S. visa patterns affecting Indian tech firms. U.S. Tech Companies Dominate New […]