International

US Expands Social Media Checks For H-1B And H-4 Visas

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2025

The United States will begin screening the social media profiles of all H-1B and H-4 visa applicants from December 15. Applicants must ensure that the accounts listed in their visa forms are publicly visible to consular officers. The new requirement is in addition to existing security checks and will apply during visa interviews and processing. […]

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US Cuts Work Permit Validity To 18 Months

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2025

The United States has reduced the validity of work permits for several immigrant categories from five years to 18 months. The change applies to both new permits and renewed permits issued on or after December 5. The decision affects refugees, asylum seekers, individuals with pending green card applications and other humanitarian applicants. Who Will Be […]

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US To Send Trade Negotiators To India For Fresh Talks

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2025

A delegation from the United States, led by a senior trade official, is scheduled to travel to India next week to resume negotiations on a bilateral trade agreement. The move is part of ongoing efforts by both countries to finalise a framework that addresses trade barriers, tariffs and market access. What The Visit Means The […]

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China Urges Japan To Restore Normal Trade Ties

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2025

China’s Ministry of Commerce has called on Japan to reverse recent remarks and actions regarding Taiwan, urging Tokyo to create conditions conducive for normal economic and trade cooperation between the two countries. What China Says At a regular press briefing, a ministry spokesperson said Japan must “correct its erroneous words and deeds on Taiwan” to […]

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US Military Strike Kills Four on Suspected Drug Boat in Pacific

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2025

The United States Department of Defense (DoD) announced that U.S. forces struck a vessel in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing four men who were suspected of involvement in narcotics trafficking. The boat was reportedly targeted under a U.S. campaign against drug-smuggling networks. The strike represents one of the latest in a series of operations aimed […]

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India Skips UNGA Vote On Ukrainian Children Resolution

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2025

The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution calling for the return of Ukrainian children who were allegedly transferred or deported during the ongoing conflict. While a majority of member states supported the motion, India chose to abstain from the vote. The resolution urged for the children to be reunited with their families and for […]

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US Set To Expand Travel Ban To Over 30 Countries

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2025

The United States is preparing to expand its travel ban to more than 30 countries, according to recent statements from the Department of Homeland Security. The new restrictions are being developed under a wider national security policy that focuses on immigration control, visa screening and entry rules for foreign nationals. More Countries Likely To Be […]

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Pakistan Appoints Asim Munir As First Chief Of Defence Forces

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2025

Pakistan has appointed General Asim Munir as the country’s first Chief of Defence Forces after the government approved the creation of a new top military post. The decision was confirmed after the Prime Minister sent the summary for approval, and the notification was issued following the President’s assent. The appointment marks a major structural change […]

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Putin Says PM Modi Won’t Bow To Pressure

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2025

In an exclusive interview to India Today ahead of his state visit, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Prime Minister Narendra Modi is “not one to give in to pressure.” He made the remark while responding to a question on whether the United States was attempting to arm-twist India through tariff pressures. Russia Backs India’s Strategic […]

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Australia Starts Enforcing Under-16 Social Media Ban

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2025

Australia has begun implementing its new law banning users under 16 from maintaining social media accounts. Major platforms, including Meta, TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube, have started identifying and disabling accounts belonging to users aged 13 to 15 ahead of the full rollout on December 10. Meta Locks Accounts To Comply With Law Meta has notified […]