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Sheikh Hasina Charged with Crimes Against Humanity in Bangladesh

By BPN News Desk June 2, 2025

In a dramatic turn of political and legal events, Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal has formally indicted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on charges of crimes against humanity. The charges stem from her government’s violent suppression of student-led anti-government protests in July and August 2024. According to the tribunal, the crackdown involved

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Pakistan Alleges 91,000 Cusecs Drop in Chenab River

By BPN News Desk June 2, 2025

Pakistan’s Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) has claimed a sharp drop of 91,000 cusecs in Chenab River inflows from India over just two days. According to WAPDA data, inflows at the Marala Headworks plunged from 98,200 cusecs on May 29 to merely 7,200 cusecs by June 1, with zero outflow recorded. This dramatic decline […]

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China Questions S-400 Capabilities After India’s Success

By BPN News Desk June 2, 2025

India’s deployment of the Russian-made S-400 Triumf air defense system during Operation Sindoor has stirred considerable concern among Chinese military analysts. The system, which reportedly played a decisive role in neutralizing Pakistani aerial assets, including claims of downing a Saab 2000 Erieye AEW&C at over 300 km range, has showcased capabilities that Beijing

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India Blames Pakistan for Treaty Breach via Terror at UN Meet

By BPN News Desk June 1, 2025

At the United Nations Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, India accused Pakistan of breaching the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) by supporting cross-border terrorism. Represented by Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh, India defended its April 23 suspension of the treaty, arguing that terrorism nullifies the

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Shehbaz Sharif Urges Economic Self-Reliance for Pakistan

By BPN News Desk June 1, 2025

In a pivotal address at the Command and Staff College in Quetta, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for a national economic transformation that moves Pakistan away from a dependence on foreign aid and towards an era of sustainable trade and investment-led growth. The speech signals a shift in Islamabad’s tone, replacing the narrative of external […]

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Macron Unveils Indo-Pacific Strategy, Strengthens Ties with India

By BPN News Desk June 1, 2025

French President Emmanuel Macron has laid out a sharpened Indo-Pacific strategy focused on reinforcing partnerships with regional powers, placing India at the heart of this recalibrated approach. Addressing the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 31, Macron declared, “We want to go further, particularly with India,” as he underlined France’s ambitions to act as a […]

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Magnitude 6.1 Earthquake Strikes Hokkaido, Japan, No Tsunami Alert

By BPN News Desk June 1, 2025

A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 hit off the eastern coast of Japan’s Hokkaido island on May 31, 2025. The tremor struck at approximately 2:07 PM local time, with the epicenter located around 77 kilometers south of the city of Kushiro. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), the quake originated at a […]

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Hegseth Warns of ‘Imminent’ China Threat to Taiwan at Asia Summit

By BPN News Desk June 1, 2025

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has issued a stark warning that China poses an “imminent” threat to Taiwan and is preparing its military to potentially alter the balance of power in Asia through force. Speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Hegseth made it clear that while the U.S. is not seeking conflict, it […]

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Joe Biden Speaks Publicly After Cancer Diagnosis, Says “Feeling Good”

By BPN News Desk June 1, 2025

In his first public appearance since being diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer, former U.S. President Joe Biden delivered a heartfelt address on Memorial Day in New Castle, Delaware. Standing before a solemn crowd, Biden reassured Americans of his resilience, stating, “My bones are strong, I’m feeling good.” He confirmed that the cancer, although aggressive and […]

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India Seeks U.S. Support to Re-List Pakistan on FATF Grey List

By BPN News Desk June 1, 2025

In a strategic move to curb cross-border terrorism, India is actively pursuing diplomatic channels to have Pakistan reinstated on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list. This initiative gained momentum during Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s recent visit to Washington, where he engaged with U.S. officials to discuss enhanced cooperation in