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Trump Claims India Offered Zero-Tariff Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has made a striking claim during a business event in Doha, stating that India has offered to eliminate tariffs entirely on American goods as part of a potential trade agreement. The assertion comes at a time when both countries are actively exploring options to recalibrate their trade relationship and resolve ongoing […]

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Celebi Aviation Faces Heat Over India-Pakistan Tensions

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

In the aftermath of rising hostilities between India and Pakistan, Turkish ground-handling firm Çelebi Aviation is facing intense scrutiny and backlash in India due to Turkey’s perceived alignment with Pakistan. Political groups, trade bodies, and sections of the public have demanded the removal of Çelebi from key Indian airports, citing serious national security

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DNI Gabbard Dismisses NIC Leaders Over Venezuela Memo

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

In a significant shake-up within the U.S. intelligence community, Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard has dismissed two senior officials from the National Intelligence Council (NIC): Acting Chair Mike Collins and Deputy Maria Langan-Riekhof. This move follows the release of a declassified NIC memo that contradicted the Trump administration’s claims

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U.S. Targets Iran Missile Program with New Sanctions

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

In a significant move to curb Iran’s growing military capabilities, the United States has imposed a fresh round of sanctions aimed at dismantling Tehran’s ballistic missile development network. Announced on May 14, 2025, the sanctions target individuals and entities accused of supplying Iran with crucial materials needed to build intercontinental ballistic missiles

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Pakistan to Pay ₹14 Cr to Masood Azhar

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

In a move triggering widespread outrage, the Pakistani government is reportedly preparing to award ₹14 crore in compensation to UN-designated global terrorist Masood Azhar, the founder of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM). The payout follows the deaths of 14 of his close family members in India’s recent precision airstrikes during Operation Sindoor. Operation Sindoor Airstrikes

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IMF, Pakistan Discuss 2025–26 Budget

By Arun D May 14, 2025

The International Monetary Fund has begun virtual discussions with Pakistan to evaluate the country’s federal budget for the fiscal year 2025–26. Originally intended to be held in Islamabad, the meetings were moved online due to prevailing regional security concerns following recent India-Pakistan tensions. These talks commenced on May 14 and are scheduled to continue

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India Seeks Early Elections in Bangladesh After Awami League Ban

By BPN News Desk May 14, 2025

India has raised serious concerns over recent political developments in Bangladesh, urging the early conduct of free, fair, and inclusive elections. The statement follows the interim Bangladeshi government’s move to ban the activities of the Awami League, the country’s oldest and most prominent political party, under the Anti-Terrorism Act. The Election

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Zelenskyy Asks Trump to Help Push Putin to Peace Table

By BPN News Desk May 14, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has publicly appealed to U.S. President Donald Trump to attend the upcoming peace summit in Istanbul, scheduled for May 15, with the aim of compelling Russian President Vladimir Putin to come to the negotiating table. Zelenskyy underscored that only a direct meeting with Putin can lead to tangible progress in ending […]

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US Terminates $450M in Harvard Grants Amid Bias Row

By BPN News Desk May 14, 2025

In a fresh escalation of tensions between the US government and elite academic institutions, the Trump administration has terminated an additional $450 million in federal grants to Harvard University. The move comes on the heels of a previous freeze of $2.2 billion, pushing the total funding cut to a staggering $2.65 billion. The decision follows […]

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Anita Anand Appointed as Canada’s Foreign Minister

By BPN News Desk May 14, 2025

In a significant political reshuffle, Anita Anand has been appointed as Canada’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs. This historic appointment makes her the first Hindu and the first woman of Indian origin to assume this key role in Canadian history. Born in Kentville, Nova Scotia in 1967, Anand comes from a proud Indian heritage. Her […]