International

Pope Francis’ Funeral to Be Held Saturday at St. Peter’s Square

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, will be laid to rest on Saturday, April 26. The funeral will be held at 10:00 a.m. local time in St. Peter’s Square, Vatican City, where thousands of faithful are expected to gather to bid farewell to the late pontiff. His […]

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Trump Hints at Tariff Cuts on China, Signals Trade War Easing

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

In a major signal of de-escalation, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the steep 145% tariffs currently imposed on Chinese imports would soon be “substantially reduced.” The move is being seen as a significant pivot in the trajectory of the long-running U.S.-China trade war, raising hopes for renewed economic cooperation between the two global giants. […]

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Elon Musk to Cut Back Government Role, Refocus on Tesla Amid Profit Slide

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

Elon Musk has decided to scale back his high-profile role in the U.S. federal government’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a position he took on under President Donald Trump, to refocus his attention on Tesla following a significant slump in the company’s profitability. Background on DOGE and Musk’s Involvement The Department of Government Efficiency,

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India and U.S. Aim to Finalize First Phase of Trade Deal by Fall 2025

By BPN News Desk April 22, 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has stated that India and the United States are moving steadily toward concluding the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement by fall 2025. Addressing the Indian community in San Francisco, she underlined that resolving reciprocal tariff issues remains a central part of the negotiation framework. Strategic Engagements and High-Level

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Trump’s Approval Drops to 42% Amid Authority Concerns

By BPN News Desk April 22, 2025

President Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen to 42%, marking the lowest level since his return to office, according to a recent national poll. The drop from 47% in January reflects a growing sense of dissatisfaction among Americans over how the President is exercising his authority. The approval decline is largely attributed to recent decisions […]

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Harvard University Challenges Federal Funding Freeze in Court

By BPN News Desk April 22, 2025

Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, contesting the freezing of more than $2.2 billion in federal research funding. The university claims the move is a violation of constitutional rights and an unlawful attempt to influence academic governance. The lawsuit, lodged in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, argues […]

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Pope Francis Dies at 88 on Easter Monday, Funeral Plans Underway

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church, passed away peacefully on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. He died at 7:35 a.m. CEST in his residence at Casa Santa Marta in Vatican City. His final days followed a period of fragile health, including a prolonged hospital stay earlier […]

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India Halts ₹5,000 Crore Rail Projects in Bangladesh, Eyes Alternatives via Nepal and Bhutan

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

India has reportedly suspended railway infrastructure projects worth ₹5,000 crore in Bangladesh amid rising political unrest and concerns over the safety of Indian workers involved in on-ground construction. The decision marks a significant shift in New Delhi’s regional connectivity strategy, particularly concerning its Northeast corridor. The halted projects include the

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Ukraine Reports Wave of Russian Drone Attacks After Truce Ends

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

Just hours after a temporary 30-hour Easter ceasefire ended, Ukraine has reported a sharp escalation in Russian military activity, including widespread drone and missile attacks across several regions. The renewed strikes have reignited fears over Russia’s commitment to de-escalation and cast a shadow over ongoing efforts to restore dialogue. Early on April 21, air

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Lakshmi Narayan Temple in Surrey Defaced with Pro-Khalistan Graffiti

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

In yet another act of targeted vandalism, the Lakshmi Narayan Mandir in Surrey, British Columbia has been defaced with pro-Khalistan graffiti, heightening concerns over growing extremism and communal tensions within Canada. The incident, which took place in the early hours of the morning, marks the third such attack on this particular temple. Witnesses and local […]