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Macron Urges World to Reject ‘Law of the Jungle’

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2026

French President Emmanuel Macron has urged world leaders to defend international law and the United Nations system against a return to power politics, warning that countries face a choice between a rules-based international order and what he described as the “law of the jungle.” Macron Defends UN and International Law Addressing the 81st United Nations […]

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India Demands Credible Pakistan Action on Terror

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2026

India has said Pakistan must take credible and verifiable action against cross-border terrorism before its assurances can gain international confidence. The Ministry of External Affairs made the remarks after Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, reiterated Islamabad’s determination to combat terrorism. MEA Demands Action on Cross-Border Terrorism

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Trump Backs India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor to Bypass Iran Energy Chokepoints

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2026

US President Donald Trump has strongly backed the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, arguing that West Asia needs alternative energy and transport infrastructure that reduces dependence on routes vulnerable to disruption by Iran. Trump Backs India-Middle East-Europe Corridor Speaking during a meeting with Gulf Cooperation Council and Arab leaders on the sidelines

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Zelenskyy Warns Russia Preparing Major Ukraine Strike

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2026

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that intelligence indicates Russia is preparing another large-scale missile and drone attack on Ukraine. The warning comes as Kyiv seeks stronger air defences ahead of winter and pushes for a reciprocal halt to attacks on energy infrastructure. Zelenskyy Warns of New Russian Mass Attack Zelenskyy said Ukrainian

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PM Modi Likely to Visit Canada in December for Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Canada in December as New Delhi and Ottawa work towards concluding their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement by the end of 2026, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said. The visit would mark another major step in the rapid rebuilding of India-Canada relations. Modi Canada Visit Expected in […]

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US, Iran Hold Mediated Talks at UNGA

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2026

The United States and Iran have held hours of mediated talks on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, focusing on ending hostilities and potentially reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Accounts differed on whether the discussions included direct contact between US and Iranian officials. US-Iran Talks Focus on Ending Hostilities US […]

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Australia Tightens Student and Visitor Visa Rules

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2026

Australia has announced a fresh package of migration reforms that will tighten rules for international students, visitors and working holidaymakers as the government seeks to reduce visa misuse and bring net overseas migration down to more sustainable levels. The changes will be progressively introduced over the next 12 months. Australia Moves to Stop Student Visa […]

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White House Launches 24/7 ‘Trump TV’ Stream

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2026

The White House has launched a round-the-clock digital streaming service called “TRUMP TV: The Essentials Station”, providing continuous coverage of President Donald Trump’s speeches, announcements and previous public appearances amid an escalating dispute with major US news organisations. Trump TV Offers 24/7 White House Coverage The service went live on September 21 and

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Jaishankar Holds Key Bilateral Talks at UNGA

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has held a series of bilateral meetings with foreign ministers from France, Ecuador, Slovakia and Hungary in New York, focusing on regional conflicts, economic cooperation and reform of global institutions on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly. Jaishankar, France Discuss Ukraine and Gulf Crises Jaishankar met

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India-New Zealand FTA Takes Effect October 20

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2026

The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement will come into force on October 20, 2026, after both countries completed their ratification procedures. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said the agreement will provide duty-free access to 100% of Indian exports entering New Zealand from the first day. Indian Exports Get 100% Duty-Free Access New Zealand will […]