International

Canada Scraps Digital Tax, Resumes Trade Talks with US

By BPN News Desk June 30, 2025

In a dramatic policy reversal, Canada has scrapped its proposed 3% Digital Services Tax just hours before it was to take effect. The levy, aimed at large American tech companies such as Apple, Amazon, Google, and Meta, had been a major point of contention in US–Canada relations. The decision clears the path for the resumption […]

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China Warns Retaliation if US Trade Deals Undermine Its Interests

By BPN News Desk June 30, 2025

China has issued a strong warning to countries considering trade agreements with the United States that could harm its economic interests. With a key tariff suspension deadline approaching on July 9, Beijing cautioned that it will respond with “firm and resolute countermeasures” against any deal that compromises its strategic position. The statement, released by China’s

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U.S. Supplier Delays Stall India’s Tejas and Apache Military Programs

By BPN News Desk June 29, 2025

India’s Tejas Mk-1A fighter jets and AH-64E Apache helicopter programs are facing significant setbacks due to delays by U.S. defense giants GE Aerospace and Boeing. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has confirmed that both the Indian Air Force and Indian Army are impacted, raising concerns over India’s dependence on foreign suppliers for key military assets. Tejas […]

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Russia Launches Largest Aerial Assault on Ukraine to Date

By BPN News Desk June 29, 2025

In the early hours of June 29, Ukraine endured the most extensive aerial assault of the war, with Russia launching a staggering 537 aerial weapons—comprising of 477 drones and 60 missiles—in a coordinated overnight barrage spanning multiple regions. Unprecedented Scale of the Strike Officials have confirmed that this marks the most massive single assault since […]

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Senate Narrowly Advances Trump’s “Big Beautiful” Tax-Spending Bill

By BPN News Desk June 29, 2025

President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending legislation has crossed a critical procedural hurdle in the U.S. Senate, passing by a narrow 51–49 vote. Branded the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” by the president, the 940-page proposal now heads into a tense final stretch as the GOP scrambles to unify ahead of a full vote […]

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Xi Jinping Removes Top Naval and Nuclear Officials in Military Shake-up

By BPN News Desk June 29, 2025

In a decisive move underscoring his tightening grip on China’s military and defence apparatus, President Xi Jinping has removed Vice Admiral Li Hanjun—former chief of staff of the People’s Liberation Army Navy—and senior nuclear scientist Liu Shipeng from their positions within the National People’s Congress. The shake-up also saw General Miao Hua, a key figure […]

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India Imposes Duties on Chinese Chemicals Amid Fertiliser Squeeze

By BPN News Desk June 29, 2025

India has stepped up trade actions against China by imposing anti-dumping duties on a range of Chinese chemical imports, even as the country faces a worrying shortage of specialty fertilisers ahead of the critical sowing season. The developments mark an intensification of economic tensions between the two Asian giants. New Tariffs Target Chinese Chemicals The […]

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Bangladesh Pays ₹3,282 Cr to Adani, Clears Bulk of Power Dues

By BPN News Desk June 29, 2025

In a major development for cross-border energy cooperation, Bangladesh has paid ₹3,282 crore (approximately USD 384 million) to Adani Power in June 2025, settling a significant portion of its outstanding dues under a long-term power purchase agreement. This payment brings down the cumulative outstanding amount to around USD 500 million, marking a sharp reduction from […]

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Putin Offers Peace Talks, Promises Military Budget Cuts

By BPN News Desk June 29, 2025

In a significant policy shift, Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed readiness to resume peace negotiations with Ukraine while also announcing plans to scale back military expenditure. The twin announcements mark a notable departure from Moscow’s aggressive posture in recent years, reflecting the economic strain that the prolonged conflict and defense buildup have

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Mass Bangkok Rally Demands Thai PM’s Resignation

By BPN News Desk June 29, 2025

Thousands of demonstrators flooded Bangkok’s streets on Saturday, calling for Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to resign after a leaked phone call with former Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen triggered a political and diplomatic storm. The protest, centered at Victory Monument, is the largest since Paetongtarn’s government took office in 2023. Growing Public Anger The