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China Urges Restraint, Regrets India’s Anti-Terror Strikes

By BPN News Desk May 7, 2025

China has officially reacted to India’s military strikes under Operation Sindoor, expressing “regret” over the action and voicing concern about the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. The strikes, which targeted terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), were carried out in response to the recent Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives.

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Trump Urges Calm After India’s Operation Sindoor Strikes

By BPN News Desk May 7, 2025

As India carried out a series of missile strikes under the banner of Operation Sindoor targeting terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, U.S. President Donald Trump has weighed in on the rising tensions, calling the conflict “a shame” and urging both nations to pull back from the brink. “It’s a shame, we just heard […]

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Pakistan Confirms Indian Missile Strikes, Vows Retaliation

By BPN News Desk May 7, 2025

Pakistan has officially confirmed that India carried out missile strikes on its territory as part of Operation Sindoor, marking a sharp escalation in tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. According to the Pakistani government, the attacks resulted in the deaths of at least three civilians, including a child, and left twelve others injured. “India’s

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India-UK Trade Deal Slashes Whisky and Auto Tariffs

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In a landmark agreement aimed at deepening economic engagement, India and the United Kingdom have concluded a long-awaited Free Trade Agreement (FTA) that significantly reduces import duties on key British goods, including alcoholic beverages and automobiles. The deal marks a strategic shift in bilateral trade, coming after nearly three years of intense negotiations.

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Trump Administration Introduces $1,000 Self-Deportation Incentive

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In a striking policy move, the Trump administration has announced a new voluntary self-deportation program that offers undocumented migrants a $1,000 stipend and travel assistance if they choose to leave the United States on their own. The initiative, revealed on May 5, is aimed at reducing the fiscal and logistical strain on federal immigration enforcement […]

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Japan Backs India Post-Pahalgam Attack

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In the aftermath of the deadly Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025, which left 26 civilians dead, Japan has extended full diplomatic and strategic support to India. During a bilateral meeting held in New Delhi on May 5, Japanese Defence Minister General Nakatani expressed strong solidarity with India and emphasized the importance of international […]

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Trump’s 100% Film Tariff Shocks Hollywood

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on films produced outside the United States. The proposal, unveiled via his social media platform Truth Social, aims to revitalize domestic film production by penalizing movies made abroad. Trump Film Tariffs President Trump declared, […]

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UNSC Convenes Amid Escalating India-Pakistan Tensions

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In response to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) convened closed-door consultations on May 5, 2025. The meeting, requested by Pakistan, aimed to address the deteriorating security situation between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. UNSC India-Pakistan Consultations The

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Trump’s Tariff Blitz Sparks Global Trade Turmoil

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In a dramatic escalation of trade tensions, President Donald Trump has unveiled a series of aggressive tariffs targeting key global economies, including China, India, Canada, and the UK. These measures have sent shockwaves through international markets and prompted swift reactions from affected nations. Trump Tariffs 2025 On April 2, 2025, dubbed “Liberation

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Jaishankar Urges Europe to Embrace Mutual Respect in Ties with India

By BPN News Desk May 6, 2025

In a pointed diplomatic message, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has called on European nations to approach their relationship with India through a framework of mutual respect and deeper sensitivity. Addressing a high-profile forum, Jaishankar stressed that India seeks partnerships that are equitable, interest-based, and free of prescriptive posturing. India-Europe