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Three Killed in Nepal Communal Violence

By BPN News Desk
Nepalese Prime Minister Balendra Shah has appealed for calm after communal violence between Hindu and Muslim groups left at least three people dead and 25 injured across southeastern Nepal. Nepal Communal Violence Leaves Three Dead The unrest began in Dewanganj in Sunsari district on Sunday night after a dispute over loud music and religious flags […]
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US Awards $58.6 Billion Patriot Missile Deal

By BPN News Desk
The US Army has awarded Lockheed Martin a contract worth up to $58.6 billion to produce Patriot interceptor missiles, as military operations in Iran and continued support for Ukraine place pressure on American weapons inventories. US Awards $58.6 Billion Patriot Contract The agreement converts a one-year contract worth $4.7 billion, awarded in April, into a […]
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US Warns China Over Rare-Earth Commitments

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The United States has warned China to fully honour its commitments on rare-earth supplies and American agricultural purchases as Washington and Beijing prepare for a possible meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in September. US Presses China on Rare-Earth Supplies US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson
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EAM Jaishankar Condemns Black Sea Ship Attacks

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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has told Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha that attacks on commercial vessels and Indian seafarers in the Black Sea are unacceptable, regardless of who carries them out. Jaishankar Raises Black Sea Ship Attacks During a telephone conversation, Jaishankar discussed the recent attacks on commercial shipping and Indian crew
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US Mulls $100,000 Foreign Graduate Work Fee

By BPN News Desk
The Trump administration is reportedly considering a $100,000 fee for international students seeking permission to work in the United States after graduating from American universities. The proposal has not been finalised or officially implemented. US Considers $100,000 OPT Fee The reported charge would affect foreign graduates using Optional Practical Training, a
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US Federal Reserve Keeps Rates Unchanged

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The US Federal Reserve has kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged as policymakers continue to confront inflation above the central bank’s 2 percent target. The federal funds rate remains within a range of 3.5 percent to 3.75 percent. Federal Reserve Holds Rates Unchanged The Federal Open Market Committee approved the decision by a 9-3 vote […]
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Trump Announces Hamas Disarmament Agreement

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US President Donald Trump has announced that his Board of Peace has reached an agreement aimed at the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza. However, Hamas has not publicly confirmed its acceptance, while Israel has yet to formally approve the proposed terms. Hamas Disarmament Plan for Gaza The proposed arrangement is […]
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Ex-French Pilot Probed Over China Links

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A former French Navy Rafale pilot has been placed under formal investigation in France over allegations that he passed sensitive military information to China. Pierre-Henri Chuet had earlier attracted attention by claiming that India lost Rafale fighters during Operation Sindoor and praising Chinese-made combat aircraft. Former Rafale Pilot Faces China Probe Chuet was
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Saudi Oil Tankers for India Sail ‘Dark’

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Two tankers carrying Saudi crude oil for Indian refinineries sailed through the Red Sea with their tracking systems switched off after Yemen’s Houthi movement announced a blockade on Saudi shipments. The vessels are now heading towards ports in India. Saudi Oil Tankers Sail Without Tracking The Suezmax tanker Amazon, chartered by Indian Oil Corporation, loaded […]
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Trump Threatens Iran After Missile Attack

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US President Donald Trump has threatened a powerful military response against Iran after Tehran launched ballistic missiles towards American forces stationed in Jordan. The US military said the missiles were intercepted and no casualties were immediately reported. Trump Threatens Heavy Retaliation Against Iran Trump described the missile barrage as an attempted surprise