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Zelenskiy and Trump Hold Talks, Emphasize Continued US-Ukraine Cooperation

By BPN News Desk November 8, 2024

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced on Wednesday that he held a conversation with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump following Trump’s recent election win. The two leaders discussed the importance of maintaining close communication and furthering cooperation between the United States and Ukraine amid ongoing regional challenges. In a post on X, Zelenskiy

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Israel Signs $5.2B Deal for 25 F-15 Fighter Jets from Boeing

By BPN News Desk November 7, 2024

In a significant boost to its defense capabilities, Israel has signed a $5.2 billion agreement with Boeing to acquire 25 F-15IA fighter jets. Announced by Israel’s defense ministry on Thursday, the deal includes an option to purchase an additional 25 aircraft. The procurement is part of a U.S.-approved aid package, aimed at strengthening Israel’s strategic […]

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Trudeau Condemns Attack on Brampton Hindu Temple, Calls for Unity

By BPN News Desk November 7, 2024

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has issued a strong statement condemning the recent violence at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton, Ontario. The incident, which took place on November 3, involved attacks on Hindu-Canadian worshippers, with reports suggesting the involvement of individuals linked to pro-Khalistani separatist groups. Speaking in the House of Commons on

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Jaishankar Sees Trump Victory as Opportunity for India in Supply Chains

By BPN News Desk November 7, 2024

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, speaking to business leaders in Sydney, noted that Donald Trump’s re-election presents an opportunity for India to benefit from the accelerated reordering of global supply chains. He emphasized that this shift could positively impact India’s manufacturing sector, allowing the country to capture investments seeking alternatives

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Singapore Emerges as India’s Largest Foreign Portfolio Investor

By BPN News Desk November 7, 2024

The Singapore government has solidified its position as India’s largest foreign portfolio investor (FPI), with its sovereign fund’s holdings in the Indian market now standing at approximately Rs 2.69 lakh crore. This valuation surpasses the combined holdings of Norway’s Norges Bank and the US-based Capital Group, according to data from Prime Database for the quarter […]

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Kamala Harris Concedes Election, Promises to Fight On for Justice

By BPN News Desk November 7, 2024

In a heartfelt concession speech at Howard University, her alma mater, US Vice President Kamala Harris acknowledged her defeat in the presidential election to Donald Trump. Greeted with chants of “Kamala, Kamala!” from her supporters, Harris expressed her acceptance of the results but vowed to keep fighting for the values that fueled her campaign. Harris […]

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Trump Clinches Second Term in Tight US Election Race

By BPN News Desk November 6, 2024

Donald Trump has emerged victorious in the 2024 US Presidential Election, securing his return to the White House with a decisive win in several key swing states. With 270 electoral votes, Trump reached the majority threshold, while his rival Kamala Harris garnered 224 votes, as reported by US media. This marks Trump as only the […]

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Exit Polls Indicate Tight US Election 2024 Race; Trump Holds Edge

By BPN News Desk November 6, 2024

Exit polls from the 2024 US presidential election indicate a close contest between Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, with Trump maintaining a slim lead in crucial battleground states. Trump has reportedly taken over 20 traditionally red states, building momentum and boosting the US Dollar and global stocks. As of now, Trump […]

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Jaishankar Criticizes Canada in Australia Over Extremist Activities

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2024

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar sharply criticized Canada during a joint press briefing with his Australian counterpart, Penny Wong, in Canberra on Tuesday. His remarks came in response to recent extremist violence outside the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Ontario, where pro-Khalistan elements disrupted a consular event organized by the Indian Consulate and

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Deadly Indonesia Volcano Eruption Destroys Homes, Kills Nine

By BPN News Desk November 4, 2024

A devastating volcanic eruption on Indonesia’s remote island of Flores has claimed at least nine lives and destroyed numerous homes, according to Indonesia’s Disaster Management Agency. The eruption, originating from Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki, intensified on Monday, prompting authorities to raise the danger level and widen the exclusion zone surrounding the volcano.