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600 North Korean Soldiers Killed Fighting for Russia in Ukraine

By BPN News Desk April 30, 2025

South Korea’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) has reported that approximately 600 North Korean soldiers have been killed while fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine. The total number of North Korean casualties, including both killed and wounded, is estimated at around 4,700.​ This information was disclosed during a closed-door briefing to South Korean

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Three Killed in Uppsala Shooting; 16-Year-Old Suspect Detained

By BPN News Desk April 30, 2025

A tragic mass shooting in the Swedish city of Uppsala has left three young people dead and sparked renewed alarm over rising violence in the country. The incident occurred around 5:00 PM local time on April 29 near Vaksala Square, reportedly inside a hair salon, just hours before the city’s annual Walpurgis Night celebrations. Witnesses […]

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India Retained on U.S. Priority Watch List Over IP Rights Concerns

By BPN News Desk April 30, 2025

The United States has once again retained India on its Priority Watch List for alleged shortcomings in the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights. This designation, made as part of an annual review, indicates continued American concerns over India’s handling of patent processes, legal clarity, and enforcement mechanisms across sectors. The U.S.

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Trump Celebrates 100 Days in Office with Michigan Rally

By BPN News Desk April 30, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump marked the 100th day of his new term with a combative and theatrical rally in Warren, Michigan. Addressing thousands of cheering supporters at Macomb Community College, Trump hailed the milestone as the “most successful first 100 days of any administration in history.” From immigration enforcement to trade policies, Trump laid out

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Trump Says India Tariff Talks ‘Going Great’, Expects Deal Soon

By BPN News Desk April 30, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has signaled optimism about the ongoing tariff negotiations with India, stating that discussions are progressing smoothly and a trade deal is likely in the near future. Speaking to reporters, Trump said, “Tariff talks with India are going great. I think we’ll have a deal,” suggesting that a breakthrough may be imminent […]

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Trump’s English-Only Order for Truckers Sparks Discrimination Fears

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order mandating that all truck drivers operating within the United States must be able to communicate proficiently in English. The new order emphasizes that drivers must be capable of “reading and speaking the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and

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Pakistan Claims to Shoot Down Indian Drone Amid Rising Border Tensions

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

Amid heightened tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan has claimed it shot down an Indian surveillance drone allegedly intruding into its airspace near the Bhimber sector along the Line of Control (LoC). Pakistani military sources asserted that the drone had crossed several hundred meters into their territory before being neutralized. The incident has

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Pakistan Plans Legal Action Over India’s Indus Treaty Suspension

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

Pakistan has announced its intention to legally contest India’s recent suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. The decades-old agreement, signed in 1960, governs the sharing of crucial river waters between the two nations. Islamabad has labeled India’s move as an act of provocation and warned that altering the treaty’s terms unilaterally could have severe regional […]

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Trump Declares Global Leadership in Bold Second Term Claim

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

In a striking declaration during a recent interview, U.S. President Donald Trump proclaimed, “I run the country and the world,” reflecting a more assertive tone in his second term. Trump contrasted his current presidency with his earlier tenure, stating that while his first term was focused on survival amidst internal political attacks, his second term […]

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Spain Restores Power After Historic Blackout; Cause Under Investigation

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

On April 28, 2025, a massive power outage plunged Spain and Portugal into darkness, affecting nearly 60 million residents. The blackout disrupted transportation, communication, and essential services, leaving cities like Madrid and Lisbon without electricity, internet, and mobile coverage. Airports, train stations, and hospitals faced significant challenges as backup