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Iran Offers Terms To Reopen Hormuz

By BPN News Desk April 28, 2026

Iran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz if the United States agrees to a set of conditions, but Washington remains cautious as the offer delays talks on Tehran’s nuclear programme. The proposal comes amid efforts to reduce pressure on global oil and gas markets. Iran’s Three Conditions For Hormuz Reopening Iran has said it […]

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Sri Lanka Seeks Investors For Mattala Airport

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2026

Sri Lanka has invited fresh investment for the loss-making Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport in Hambantota after an earlier 30-year lease plan with an Indo-Russian joint venture failed to move forward. Sri Lanka Seeks Mattala Airport Investors The government has called for expressions of interest to develop and operate the airport, which has struggled to attract […]

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PM Modi Urges Census 2027 Participation

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to actively participate in Census 2027, calling it an important national exercise for planning, development and welfare delivery. PM Modi Appeals For Digital Census 2027 Speaking during the 133rd episode of Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi said the Census helps the government understand people’s needs more accurately and […]

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Kash Patel Faces Fresh Firing Speculation

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2026

FBI Director Kash Patel is facing fresh speculation over his future in the Trump administration after reports claimed he had fallen out of favour amid allegations over his conduct, drinking habits and leadership at the bureau. Kash Patel Firing Rumours Grow Reports claimed Patel was among officials who could face removal after Attorney General Pam […]

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Russia Thanks Kim For Kursk Support

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2026

Russia Thanks Kim For Kursk Support Russian State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin has thanked North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for Pyongyang’s military support in Russia’s Kursk region, underlining the deepening defence partnership between Moscow and Pyongyang. Russia Thanks North Korea Over Kursk Volodin met Kim in Pyongyang during a Russian delegation’s visit to attend

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Putin To Meet Iran Foreign Minister

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to meet Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Moscow as diplomatic efforts continue to end the ongoing US-Iran conflict. Putin-Araghchi Meeting In Moscow The Kremlin confirmed that Putin would meet Araghchi on Monday, with Russian state media citing spokesman Dmitry Peskov. Russia’s foreign ministry had earlier said that the

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Doval Meets UAE President Amid Regional Tensions

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2026

National Security Adviser Ajit Doval met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi and discussed ways to strengthen India-UAE strategic ties amid rising tensions in West Asia. Ajit Doval Meets UAE President In Abu Dhabi Doval called on Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed during his official visit to the United Arab Emirates. […]

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India-New Zealand FTA To Boost Trade

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2026

India and New Zealand are set to sign a Free Trade Agreement in New Delhi, with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal saying the pact will create major opportunities for Indian exporters and domestic industries. India-New Zealand FTA Signing In Delhi The agreement is scheduled to be signed at Bharat Mandapam by Piyush Goyal and […]

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Iran MP Questions Pakistan Mediation Role

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2026

An Iranian lawmaker has questioned Pakistan’s credibility as a mediator in efforts to revive talks between Iran and the United States, even as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held fresh discussions in Islamabad. Iranian Lawmaker Questions Pakistan Neutrality Iranian MP Ebrahim Rezaei reportedly said Pakistan was not a suitable intermediary because it often takes

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Trump Says Iran War May End Soon

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2026

US President Donald Trump has said the Iran conflict could end “very soon” if Tehran is willing to negotiate, while signalling that any talks could take place through direct or secure phone communication. Trump Says Iran Can Call US For Talks Speaking in a Fox News interview, Trump said Iran could contact the United States […]