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Former Imran Khan Aide Shahzad Akbar Assaulted in UK

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

Former Pakistani minister and close aide of ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan, Shahzad Akbar, was assaulted outside his residence in the United Kingdom, leaving him with serious facial injuries. Akbar sustained fractures to his nose and jaw and was hospitalised following the attack, according to people familiar with the incident. Incident Near Residence Under Investigation The

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China Grants Rare Earth Magnet Licences to Indian Firms

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

China has issued export licences for rare earth magnets to a few additional Indian companies, offering partial relief to manufacturers affected by earlier supply restrictions. The move follows tighter controls imposed by Beijing earlier this year on the export of rare earth magnets, which are critical inputs for several high-technology industries. Indian Companies Receive

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India Condemns Demolition of Hindu Deity Statue

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

India has strongly condemned the demolition of a Hindu deity statue in a disputed border area between Thailand and Cambodia, saying the act was disrespectful and hurt the religious sentiments of followers around the world. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs described the incident as deeply insensitive, calling on all sides to respect cultural and […]

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Kim Oversees North Korea Long-Range Missile Test

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has overseen the test-firing of a long-range missile system, state media reported, marking another step in Pyongyang’s ongoing weapons development programme. The test was conducted on Wednesday and was described by officials as successful, with the missile meeting operational requirements. Focus on Extended-Range Capabilities According to

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EU Slams US Visa Bans Amid Digital Regulation Dispute

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

France and the European Union have sharply criticised the United States after Washington imposed visa restrictions on several European figures linked to digital regulation and campaigns against online hate and misinformation. The move has triggered fresh diplomatic tension between the two sides, with EU leaders accusing the US of overreach and intimidation. Visa Curbs

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Bangladesh Government to Support Family of Lynched Worker

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

The Bangladesh interim government has announced it will take responsibility for the family of a Hindu garment worker who was lynched by a mob in Mymensingh district earlier this month. Government advisers said state support will include financial and welfare assistance for the victim’s wife, child and parents as they cope with their loss and […]

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US Border Patrol Arrests 30 Indians in California

By BPN News Desk December 24, 2025

US Border Patrol agents in California have arrested 30 Indian nationals living in the United States without legal status, officials said on Wednesday. The arrests occurred during operations targeting individuals with commercial driver’s licences who were driving semitrucks while unlawfully residing in the country. Arrests at checkpoints and highway stops Between November

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Putin Briefed on US Proposals for Ukraine Peace

By BPN News Desk December 24, 2025

The Kremlin on Wednesday said Russian President Vladimir Putin has been briefed on proposals put forward by the United States aimed at finding a path toward ending the conflict in Ukraine. The confirmation came as diplomatic contacts continue amid efforts to explore possible frameworks for a negotiated settlement. Kremlin confirms briefing Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry

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China Delivers 36 J-10C Jets to Pakistan: US Report

By BPN News Desk December 24, 2025

A recent United States defence assessment has stated that China has delivered a total of 36 J-10C multirole fighter aircraft to Pakistan, a figure that matches the number of Rafale fighter jets currently operated by the Indian Air Force. The development highlights continuing military modernisation efforts in South Asia and the deepening defence partnership between […]

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Bangladesh Says Yunus Working to Improve India Ties

By BPN News Desk December 24, 2025

Bangladesh’s interim government on Wednesday said it is taking steps to improve diplomatic and economic relations with India, even as tensions rise following violent unrest and the killing of a youth leader earlier this month. The comments came from Salehuddin Ahmed, the finance adviser to the interim administration led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, as […]