International

6.2 Quake Shakes Alaska Peninsula, No Damage Reported

By BPN News Desk July 21, 2025

A powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck the Alaska Peninsula early on Monday morning. Reported at 3:58 AM IST, the tremor occurred at a shallow depth of about 48 km, with its epicentre roughly 81 km south-southeast of Sand Point. Although the shaking was significant, no damage or injuries have been reported. No Tsunami Threat This Time Unlike […]

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Japan Upper House Election: Coalition Loses Majority

By BPN News Desk July 21, 2025

Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its ally Komeito have lost their majority in the House of Councillors following the latest Upper House election. Out of the 125 seats contested, the coalition secured only 47—falling three short of the minimum 50 needed to hold control. This marks the first time in 16 years that […]

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Multiple Earthquakes Strike Off Russia’s Pacific Coast

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

A series of powerful earthquakes struck near the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia’s Far East on Saturday, triggering a brief tsunami warning that has since been lifted. The strongest tremor measured 7.4 in magnitude, followed closely by two more quakes of 6.6 and 6.7 magnitude respectively. The 7.4-magnitude quake struck about 144 km east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, […]

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PM Modi to Visit UK and Maldives From July 23–26

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a four-day official visit to the United Kingdom and Maldives from July 23 to 26. The visit is aimed at deepening India’s diplomatic, economic, and strategic relations with both countries. This is Modi’s fourth official visit to the UK and his third to the Maldives, highlighting New Delhi’s […]

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India–US Trade Talks End Without Deal Yet

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

Indian negotiators have returned from Washington after completing the fifth round of bilateral trade discussions with the United States. Despite extended talks and optimism on both sides, no interim agreement was reached. With the August 1 tariff deadline looming, businesses in both countries are on edge. The Indian delegation engaged with U.S. officials on a […]

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Putin Signals Conditional Readiness for Peace Talks

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed willingness to resume peace negotiations with Ukraine but made it clear that any talks must align with Russia’s core objectives in the conflict. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed that Putin prefers a diplomatic resolution, but not at the cost of compromising on key goals. The announcement comes at a […]

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Trump Warns BRICS Nations of New 10% Tariffs

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

US President Donald Trump has once again threatened to impose an additional 10% tariff on imports from BRICS countries, accusing the group of promoting policies that undermine the United States. Speaking during a public address after signing a new cryptocurrency regulation bill, Trump warned that any nation engaging in what he called “anti-American” trade moves […]

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Ukraine Proposes Fresh Ceasefire Talks Next Week

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has extended a fresh proposal to Russia for a new round of ceasefire talks next week, aiming to accelerate efforts toward ending the ongoing conflict. The announcement comes as Ukraine faces continued military pressure and international calls for de-escalation. The proposal was conveyed by National Security and Defence Council

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Saudi’s “Sleeping Prince” Dies After 20‑Year Coma

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

Prince Al‑Waleed bin Khalid bin Talal Al Saud, known as Saudi Arabia’s “Sleeping Prince,” has died at the age of 36 after remaining in a coma for nearly 20 years. The Saudi Royal Court confirmed his death on July 19, ending a long chapter of hope and heartache for the royal family. Tragic Accident at […]

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Japan Votes in Upper House During Ishiba’s Tough Test

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

Japan began voting today in a crucial upper house election that could determine the political future of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. The election will fill half of the 248 seats in the upper chamber and is widely seen as a referendum on the ruling coalition’s handling of the economy and immigration. The coalition of Ishiba’s […]