International

Trump’s Tariffs Extend to Remote Australian Territories, Including Uninhabited Islands

By BPN News Desk April 3, 2025

In a move that has left international observers baffled, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the imposition of tariffs on several remote Australian territories, including the uninhabited Heard and McDonald Islands. These islands, located in the southern Indian Ocean, are home only to penguins, seals, and glaciers — and have no permanent human population or […]

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Elon Musk Expected to Step Down from Government Role

By BPN News Desk April 3, 2025

Donald Trump has reportedly informed members of his Cabinet and inner circle that Elon Musk will soon step down from his role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk has been functioning as a special government employee under a limited appointment, and his term is expected to conclude by late May or early June. […]

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Trump’s Tariffs Target Developing Nations Amid Global Backlash

By BPN News Desk April 3, 2025

In a dramatic escalation of U.S. trade policy, President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping new set of tariffs that significantly affect countries across the globe, with developing nations bearing the brunt of the most punishing rates. The plan imposes a blanket 10% tariff on all imports to the United States, while targeting specific nations—especially […]

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China Expresses Willingness to Import More Indian Goods Amidst Global Trade Tensions

By BPN News Desk April 2, 2025

China has expressed its readiness to enhance trade relations with India, with a specific interest in increasing imports of Indian goods. The statement, made by China’s Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, comes at a time when global trade uncertainties are mounting due to impending U.S. tariffs, prompting Beijing to explore stronger bilateral trade channels. China […]

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China Calls for Legal Compliance Following Bangkok Building Collapse

By BPN News Desk April 2, 2025

In the aftermath of a building collapse in Bangkok that resulted in casualties and property damage, the Chinese government has emphasized the necessity for Chinese construction firms operating overseas to strictly comply with local laws and regulations. The incident has raised concerns about construction standards and safety protocols among international contractors.​

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Indian Firm Under ED Investigation for Foreign Funding

By BPN News Desk April 2, 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is investigating Bengaluru-based ASAR Social Impact Advisors over alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), following substantial foreign fund inflows amounting to over ₹33 crore. The company reportedly received ₹8 crore from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) during the financial year 2022-23 and

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Russia Warns U.S. of Catastrophic Fallout Over Iran Threats

By BPN News Desk April 2, 2025

Russia has issued a stern warning to the United States over escalating rhetoric surrounding Iran, cautioning that any military strike—especially on nuclear facilities—could lead to catastrophic consequences for the entire region. The warning comes in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent threat to bomb Iran if it refuses to agree to a new nuclear […]

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Cory Booker Sets Senate Record with 25-Hour Speech Against Trump

By BPN News Desk April 2, 2025

In a powerful act of protest, U.S. Senator Cory Booker delivered a historic 25-hour and 5-minute speech on the Senate floor, becoming the longest uninterrupted speaker in the chamber’s history. The address, which began at 7 p.m. on March 31 and concluded at 8:05 p.m. on April 1, shattered the previous record of 24 hours […]

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Bangladesh Leader’s Remarks on Northeast India Spark Controversy

By BPN News Desk April 2, 2025

Comments made by Bangladesh’s interim leader Muhammad Yunus have sparked a political firestorm after he described India’s northeastern states as an “extension of the Chinese economy” and invited Beijing to expand its influence through Bangladesh, positioning the country as the “guardian of the ocean” for the landlocked region. His remarks, made during a recent visit […]

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China Continues ‘Strait Thunder-2025A’ Military Drills Around Taiwan

By BPN News Desk April 2, 2025

China has ramped up its military activities near Taiwan with a new series of large-scale drills under the code name “Strait Thunder-2025A.” The exercises, launched in the central and southern sections of the Taiwan Strait, are being conducted by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) and involve its army, navy, air force, and rocket units in […]