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Jaishankar Calls Taliban Minister, Snubs Pakistan Interference

By BPN News Desk May 16, 2025

In a significant diplomatic shift, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar held his first official conversation with Afghanistan’s acting Foreign Minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi. This marks India’s first formal political contact with the Taliban-led Afghan government since its takeover in 2021. The call signals India’s calibrated outreach to Kabul and its strategic

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Pakistan PM Offers Talks Amid Post-Op Sindoor Tension

By BPN News Desk May 16, 2025

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has extended a call for peace talks with India, urging a resolution to longstanding disputes, particularly Kashmir. Addressing personnel at the Kamra Airbase on Wednesday, Sharif said, “We are ready to talk with it (India) for peace.” This statement marks a notable softening of tone following recent hostilities. The remarks […]

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Rogue Communication Devices Found in Chinese Inverters

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

U.S. energy authorities have discovered unauthorized communication components embedded in Chinese-manufactured solar inverters, raising serious national and international cybersecurity alarms. These inverters play a crucial role in connecting renewable energy sources, such as solar panels and wind turbines, to the main power grid, making the discovery particularly

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Ambani Meets Trump at Qatar Palace, Musk Arrives Late

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

At a glittering state dinner hosted at Qatar’s Lusail Palace, Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, was seen engaging in a cordial exchange with U.S. President Donald Trump. The event, presided over by Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, was part of Trump’s ongoing Middle East outreach and drew prominent global business and […]

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Israeli Airstrike Targets Gaza Hospital, 28 Killed in Sinwar Hunt

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

On May 13, 2025, Israeli airstrikes struck the Gaza European Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, in an operation believed to be aimed at eliminating senior Hamas commander Mohammed Sinwar. The attack resulted in the deaths of at least 28 people and injured over 40, sparking renewed global concern over the intensifying violence and its […]

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Zelenskyy Slams Russian Delegation at Turkey Peace Talks

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

Tensions flared yet again in the fragile diplomatic dance between Ukraine and Russia as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy took a public swipe at the Russian team attending the latest round of peace talks in Turkey. Describing the Russian delegation as a “dummy” with no real authority, Zelenskyy questioned the sincerity of Moscow’s intentions in the negotiation […]

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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