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US Embassy Warns Against Birth Tourism

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2025

The US Embassy in India has issued a clear advisory stating that tourist visa applications will be rejected if consular officers believe the primary purpose of travel is to give birth in the United States so the child can obtain US citizenship. The embassy said that such intent violates the permitted use of B-1/B-2 tourist […]

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Japan Issues Tsunami Advisory After Strong Quake

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2025

A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Aomori Prefecture on Friday morning, sending strong tremors across northeastern Japan. The quake, recorded at a depth of about 20 kilometres, was felt in nearby regions including Iwate and Miyagi. Soon after the tremors, the Japan Meteorological Agency issued a tsunami advisory for the Pacific coastline. […]

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Bangladesh President Plans Mid-Term Exit After ‘Humiliated’ By Interim Government

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2025

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin has indicated that he plans to step down midway through his five-year term, shortly after the country’s national election scheduled for February 12, 2026. He said he felt increasingly “humiliated” and sidelined by the current interim government, which is led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus. Background and Reasons Shahabuddin, 75,

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Airstrike on Myanmar Hospital Kills Dozens

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2025

An overnight military airstrike in Mrauk U township in Myanmar’s Rakhine state destroyed a major hospital and left at least 34 people dead. Those killed included patients, medical workers and civilians who had taken shelter inside the facility. Around 70 to 80 others were injured in the attack, which took place late on December 10. […]

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Modi, Trump Hold Warm Phone Call on Bilateral Ties

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held a warm and engaging phone conversation to review the progress of the India–US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. Both leaders reiterated their commitment to strengthening cooperation across key sectors. Trade, Defence and Technology in Focus The discussion covered a wide range of areas, including

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Ex-Pakistan Spy Chief Faiz Hameed Gets 14-Year Jail Term

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

A Pakistan military court has sentenced former ISI Director-General Lt Gen (Retd) Faiz Hameed to 14 years in prison, marking one of the rarest convictions of a senior military officer in the country. The verdict follows a 15-month court-martial, during which he faced multiple charges under the Pakistan Army Act. Charges Include Political Activity, Misuse […]

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US Lawmakers Warn Trump Tariffs Are Hurting India Ties

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

US lawmakers have cautioned that President Donald Trump’s tariff hikes and visa policy changes are putting strain on the India–US relationship, one of Washington’s most important strategic partnerships. The warnings came during a House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee hearing examining bilateral ties. Tariffs and Visa Fees Criticised Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove said the

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US Approves $686 Million F-16 Upgrade for Pakistan

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

The United States has approved a $686 million Foreign Military Sales (FMS) package to upgrade and support Pakistan’s F-16 fighter fleet. The Defence Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has formally notified the US Congress, triggering a 30-day review period before the agreement can move forward. What the Upgrade Package Includes The proposed package covers a wide […]

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US-Pakistan Army Ties Seen as Challenge for India-US Relations – Dhruva Jaishankar

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

Dhruva Jaishankar, Executive Director of ORF America and son of Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, told a US congressional panel that Washington’s engagement with Pakistan’s military remains a sensitive issue for New Delhi. He made the remarks during a hearing of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia. India Watches US–Pakistan […]

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Sindhi Leaders Appeal to PM Modi for Help in Pakistan

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

A group of Sindhi nationalist leaders has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to intervene to “save millions of Pakistanis” amid what they describe as a deepening political and economic crisis in Pakistan. The letter claims the situation in the country is deteriorating under the current political and military leadership. Appeal Targets Sharif […]