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Cyclone Ditwah Leaves 123 Dead In Sri Lanka

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

Sri Lanka’s Disaster Management Centre has confirmed that at least 123 people have died after Cyclone Ditwah triggered widespread flooding and landslides across multiple districts. More than 130 people are still missing as rescue agencies struggle to reach isolated regions cut off by heavy debris and overflowing rivers. Thousands Displaced, Homes Destroyed Officials

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Imran Khan’s Sister Warns Of Chaos Over Death Rumours

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

Noreen Niazi, sister of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, has issued a sharp warning amid ongoing rumours about his health and safety in Adiala Jail. She said any harm to him would push Pakistan into “complete chaos,” stressing that he continues to command massive public support across the country. Allegations Of Isolation And Withheld […]

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Trump Declares Biden’s “Autopen”-Signed Documents Void

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

U.S. President Donald J. Trump declared that he was terminating all “documents signed by autopen” under former President Joe Biden — including executive orders and other actions — claiming they are invalid because they were not personally signed by Biden. Trump said about 92% of Biden-era documents fall into this category and threatened perjury charges […]

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Hong Kong High-Rise Fire Toll Rises To 128

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

The death toll from the devastating fire at the Wang Fuk Court residential complex in Hong Kong’s Tai Po area has climbed to 128. The blaze, which spread quickly across multiple 31-storey towers, became one of the deadliest urban fires recorded in the city. Officials said more than 200 people are still missing as rescue […]

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Modi-Putin Summit Scheduled For December 5

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit India on December 4–5 for the 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit. This will be his first in-person meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi this year. The visit follows continued high-level engagement between the two sides across defence, energy and trade. Multiple MoUs Likely Across Key Sectors Several Memorandums of Understanding

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US Halts All Asylum Decisions After DC Shooting

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

The United States has paused all asylum decisions across nationalities after a shooting near the White House left one National Guard member dead and another critically injured. The order was issued to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), directing an immediate and indefinite halt while authorities review vetting and security procedures. Security Concerns

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UAE Freezes Most Pakistani Visas Amid Crime Concerns

By BPN News Desk November 28, 2025

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has begun suspending visa issuance for most Pakistani passport holders, with exceptions only for blue (government) and diplomatic passports. The restriction follows reports that several Pakistani visitors were involved in criminal activities, including begging, overstaying and other offences. The move was confirmed by a senior Pakistani

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Indians Remain Largest Non-EU Migrant Group In UK

By BPN News Desk November 28, 2025

New data for the year ending June 2025 shows that citizens of India are the largest non-EU nationality immigrating to the United Kingdom. Among non-EU arrivals, Indians outnumbered other nationalities in long-term immigration. Emigration Also High Among Indians At the same time, Indians also topped the list of non-EU nationals leaving the UK. Approximately 74,000 […]

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Putin Calls Zelensky’s Leadership “Illegitimate”

By BPN News Desk November 28, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky is “illegitimate,” arguing that Kyiv did not hold elections after the expiry of the previous presidential term. Putin said it would be “senseless” to negotiate or sign any peace agreement with Ukraine while Zelensky remains in office. Moscow Sets Conditions For Peace Putin reiterated […]

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Imran Khan’s Son Demands ‘Proof Of Life’

By BPN News Desk November 28, 2025

Kasim Khan, the younger son of former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan, has publicly demanded verified proof that his father is alive. He said there has been “total blackout” for weeks, with no calls, no visits and no credible confirmation of his father’s condition. Kasim alleged that Imran Khan has been kept in solitary confinement […]