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India, Japan Strengthen Ties in Military Hardware Co-Development

By BPN News Desk November 23, 2024

India and Japan have agreed to strengthen their collaboration in the co-development of military hardware, marking a significant step in bilateral defense ties. The agreement was reached during Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s visit to Tokyo, where he met with his Japanese counterpart Minoru Kihara. The leaders discussed several key aspects of defense cooperation,

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ICC Arrest Warrant for Netanyahu Sparks Global Division

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2024

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued an arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of alleged war crimes in Gaza. This unprecedented move has led to sharp divisions among world leaders, with some applauding the decision as a step towards justice, while others view it as politically motivated. Allegations Against Netanyahu

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Canada: No Evidence Against PM Modi, Jaishankar in Criminal Activity

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2024

The Canadian government has stated that it found no evidence linking Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, or National Security Advisor Ajit Doval to any criminal activities. This clarification comes amid recent allegations involving Indian officials in criminal cases raised by certain sections in Canada. The statement, made by a

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PM Modi Highlights ‘Democracy and Humanity First’ in Guyana

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during a historic visit to Guyana, underscored India’s commitment to fostering global cooperation based on the principles of “democracy and humanity first.” Addressing a special session of the Guyanese Parliament in Georgetown, Modi stressed the need for inclusive progress and decisions benefiting all of humanity. “The spirit of

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US SEC Alleges Adani Bribery to Secure Solar Power Deals

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2024

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has accused Gautam Adani of offering bribes to secure solar power procurement deals, particularly through discussions with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy in August 2021. These claims, part of the SEC’s court filings, allege Adani sought to address the state’s hesitancy to finalize agreements

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Kim Accuses US of Escalating Tensions, Warns of Nuclear War

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2024

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has accused the United States of escalating tensions on the Korean peninsula to unprecedented levels, claiming the region faces the gravest risk of nuclear war in history. His remarks were delivered during a military exhibition in Pyongyang on Thursday, as reported by state media outlet KCNA. “Unchanging Aggression” From […]

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Russia Deploys Intercontinental Missile in Ukraine Conflict

By BPN News Desk November 21, 2024

Russia has reportedly deployed an intercontinental missile for the first time in its ongoing conflict with Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in the war. Ukrainian officials confirmed the missile attack targeted Kyiv, with debris from intercepted missiles causing damage in several districts. Unprecedented Missile Deployment According to Kyiv’s military

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NPCI Eyes Global Expansion of Rupay and UPI

By BPN News Desk November 21, 2024

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is in discussions with 10 countries to expand the reach of its Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Rupay services. At the 11th SBI Banking & Economics Conclave, NPCI Managing Director and CEO Dilip Asbe confirmed the progress in international adoption of the platform. UPI Goes Global “Commercial agreements […]

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India Drops Two Spots in Climate Index, Stays in Top 10

By BPN News Desk November 21, 2024

India continues to feature among the world’s top climate performers, ranking 10th in the Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2025, despite a two-spot drop from last year. The index, which evaluates 63 countries and the European Union, highlights India’s progress in combating climate change, emphasizing its low per-capita emissions and rapid adoption of

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India Dismisses Canadian Media Report on Nijjar Murder Allegations

By BPN News Desk November 21, 2024

India has firmly rejected a report published by The Globe and Mail, a Canadian newspaper, claiming Prime Minister Narendra Modi was aware of an alleged plot to assassinate Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in British Columbia. The report, citing an unnamed Canadian government source, has further escalated tensions between the two countries. India Terms Report […]