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Iran to Submit Counter-Proposal to US via Oman in Nuclear Talks

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

Iran has announced that it will submit a counter-proposal to the United States through Oman, signaling its intent to stay engaged in nuclear negotiations while rejecting Washington’s latest offer as “unacceptable.” The Iranian Foreign Ministry clarified that this new proposal will be grounded in what it calls “reason, logic and balance,” and aimed at restoring […]

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Errol Musk Says Elon’s Feud with Trump Fueled by Stress

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

Elon Musk’s father, Errol Musk, has broken his silence on the recent and highly publicised feud between his son and U.S. President Donald Trump. In a candid response, Errol described Elon’s outburst as a mistake born out of stress, adding that both men had been under immense pressure in recent months. A Clash of Titans […]

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Indian Student Handcuffed, Pinned at Newark Airport Sparks Outrage

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

A deeply disturbing video of an Indian student being handcuffed and pinned face-down at Newark Liberty International Airport in the United States has gone viral, triggering widespread outrage across social media and the Indian diaspora. The incident reportedly took place on June 7, when the student was restrained and deported before boarding his scheduled flight. […]

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India Balances Turkey Trade Ties Despite Boycott Calls

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

India is treading carefully on its trade policy with Turkey, maintaining a strong export surplus even as domestic pressure builds to impose curbs. In the current financial year, India has registered a $2.73 billion trade surplus with Turkey, with exports reaching $5.72 billion and imports limited to $2.99 billion. Major Indian exports include engineering goods, […]

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Israeli Navy Intercepts Gaza-Bound Aid Boat with Greta Thunberg

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

In a high-profile maritime operation, Israeli naval commandos intercepted the British-flagged vessel Madleen early on June 9, stopping its journey toward Gaza. The boat was part of the “Freedom Flotilla,” a civil society initiative aiming to deliver humanitarian aid to the blockaded region. Among those on board were Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg and French […]

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Germany Launches Civil Defence Overhaul Amid Russian Threat

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

Germany has announced a sweeping civil defence plan to revamp and expand its national shelter infrastructure amid rising concerns of a potential Russian military threat in the coming years. The Federal Office of Civil Protection is leading the initiative with the objective of preparing for a worst-case scenario involving an assault on a NATO nation […]

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Yunus Responds to Modi, Stresses ‘Mutual Respect’ Amid Tensions

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

Bangladesh’s interim Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Eid-ul-Adha greetings with a message highlighting shared values and mutual respect. The exchange, though diplomatic in nature, comes at a time when India-Bangladesh relations remain strained following recent political upheavals in Dhaka. In his letter dated June 6, Yunus

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Canada’s Opposition Backs G7 Invite for Modi, Citing Trade Imperatives

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

Canada’s opposition leader Pierre Poilievre has come out strongly in support of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s invitation to the upcoming G7 Summit, stressing that economic engagement with India is vital for Canada’s prosperity. With the summit scheduled for June 15–17 in Kananaskis, Alberta, Poilievre emphasized that India’s position as one of the fastest-growing

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Canada Pays Price for Collapsed Ties with India: Ex-Top Diplomat

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

Former Indian Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal has criticized Canada’s approach to India, stating that the breakdown in diplomatic ties has hurt Ottawa far more than New Delhi. In a sharp rebuke, Sibal said that “Canada doesn’t own the G7” and cannot dictate India’s presence at global forums based on domestic or bilateral grievances. He emphasized […]

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Tense Clashes in LA After Immigration Raids; Federal Troops Deployed

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

Widespread immigration raids by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Los Angeles over the weekend have triggered a wave of protests and unrest across the city. The raids, which reportedly led to the detention of over 100 undocumented individuals, were concentrated in areas such as the Fashion District, Home Depot in Paramount, and downtown […]