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American economist Richard Wolff Slams Trump Tariffs On India As Self-Harm

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

American economist Richard Wolff strongly criticized President Trump’s decision to double tariffs on Indian imports, saying the U.S. is acting like the “world’s tough guy” but is essentially “shooting itself in the foot.” He argued that such protectionism may backfire by alienating India and weakening U.S. influence globally. BRICS Momentum Wolff warned the

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PM Modi Begins Two-Day Visit To Japan For Annual Summit

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tokyo for a two-day official visit, marking his first bilateral summit with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. The leaders are set to participate in the 15th India–Japan Annual Summit, focusing on deepening strategic and economic cooperation. Key Areas Of Cooperation The summit is expected to advance multiple areas of […]

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Trump In Good Health, Vance Ready If Tragedy Occurs

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance said President Donald Trump is in “incredibly good health” and expressed confidence that Trump will complete his term with “incredible energy.” Vance highlighted that Trump is often the last person to sleep and the first to rise, countering growing speculation about his well-being. Vance Speaks Of Preparedness While emphasizing Trump’s […]

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Polish F-16 Crashes During Rehearsal, Pilot Killed

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

A Polish Air Force F-16 fighter jet crashed during a rehearsal for the Radom Air Show, killing the pilot. The incident occurred late Thursday afternoon and involved an aircraft from the 31st Tactical Air Base near Poznań. No casualties were reported on the ground. Tragic Outcome And Official Statements Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister […]

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Trump Displeased Yet Unsurprised by Russian Strikes

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

The White House said President Donald Trump was “not happy” about recent Russian missile and drone strikes on Ukraine, though he was “not surprised.” The attacks, which reportedly killed at least 15 civilians and damaged infrastructure, occurred just days after Trump met with President Putin in Alaska in efforts to push for a ceasefire. A […]

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Pakistan blames India for Wagah border waterlogging

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

A viral video circulating on social media shows the Pakistani side of the Wagah border submerged in knee-deep water during the daily ceremonial parade, while the Indian side remains dry and orderly. Pakistan has attributed the flooding to the elevated level of the nearby Grand Trunk Road, alleging that the raised infrastructure has diverted rainwater […]

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Russia conducts long-range missile strikes on Ukraine

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Russia launched long-range strikes against Ukrainian military targets on Thursday, deploying hypersonic air-launched Kinzhal missiles among other delivery systems, according to Russia’s Defence Ministry. Strikes and targets hit The strikes reportedly hit 13 locations, including weapons manufacturing facilities and airfields. Debris from the attack caused additional damage

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India, Bhutan Sign Agriculture Cooperation MoU

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

India and Bhutan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen cooperation in agriculture and allied sectors. The agreement was formalized in Thimphu by Devesh Chaturvedi, Secretary of India’s Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, and Thinley Namgyel, Secretary of Bhutan’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock. Focus Areas of the Agreement The MoU

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Russian Strikes Kill 19 in Kyiv, Dozens Injured

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Kyiv faced one of its most intense assaults in months as Russia launched a large-scale overnight strike involving close to 600 drones and more than 30 missiles. Ukrainian officials confirmed that at least 19 people were killed, including four children, while 48 others were wounded. The strikes hit all ten districts of the capital, with […]

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Japan Cancels U.S. Visit Over Tariff Snag

By BPN News Desk August 28, 2025

Japan’s chief trade negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, has canceled a planned trip to Washington meant to conclude talks on a $550 billion investment package tied to tariff relief. The visit was postponed after unresolved details in the agreement remained unsettled. Investment Deal Linked to Tariff Cuts The proposed deal, agreed in principle in July, would lower […]