International

Trump to Rebrand Pentagon as Department of War

By BPN News Desk September 5, 2025

President Donald Trump is preparing to sign an executive order that will allow the U.S. Department of Defense to use “Department of War” as a secondary name. Under the order, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth could be referred to as “Secretary of War” in public communications, ceremonial events, and official correspondence. Historical Context The department was […]

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Israel Controls 40% of Gaza City, Offensive to Grow

By BPN News Desk September 5, 2025

The Israeli military announced it now controls about 40% of Gaza City, including parts of the Zeitoun and Sheikh Radwan neighborhoods. The advance follows weeks of airstrikes and ground operations aimed at weakening Hamas’ hold in the area. Civilian Toll Rising Gaza health officials reported at least 53 deaths on Thursday from Israeli fire across […]

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Trump Hosts Tech Giants, Musk Not Present

By BPN News Desk September 5, 2025

President Donald Trump hosted a White House dinner for leading technology executives. The event was held in the State Dining Room after being shifted indoors due to weather. It followed a meeting of the White House Artificial Intelligence Education task force chaired by First Lady Melania Trump. Attendees included the CEOs of Apple, Meta, Google, […]

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Afghanistan Quake Toll Tops 2,200; Aftershocks Follow

By BPN News Desk September 5, 2025

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan on August 31, with its epicenter in Kunar Province near the Pakistan border. The tremor devastated villages and caused widespread destruction, making it one of the deadliest quakes in decades. Death Toll and Damage Authorities report more than 2,200 deaths and thousands injured. Nearly entire villages were flattened,

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India-US Trade Talks Continue Amid 50% Tariffs

By BPN News Desk September 5, 2025

India and the United States are continuing discussions on a bilateral trade agreement despite recent tensions. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed that talks are still active and said India is aiming to finalize a deal by November. Tariffs Imposed by Washington The United States has raised tariffs on Indian exports to 50%. The increase combines […]

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CPEC 2.0 Launches with $8.5B Pakistan-China Accord

By BPN News Desk September 5, 2025

Pakistan and China have formally agreed to advance the next phase of the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC 2.0), introducing five new development corridors. The understanding followed a high-level meeting in Beijing between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chinese Premier Li Qiang. Scale of Investment Both sides signed agreements worth around US $8.5 billion,

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Ishiba Vows to Remain PM After U.S. Lowers Tariffs

By BPN News Desk September 5, 2025

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has reaffirmed his commitment to remain in office following a U.S.–Japan trade agreement that reduces auto tariffs to 15%, down from the previously threatened 25%. The pact, announced on July 22, also includes a pledge by Japan to invest about $550 billion in the U.S., although some of the funds […]

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Nepal Blocks Social Media Platforms Over Non-Registration

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

The Government of Nepal has ordered the shutdown of several major social media platforms, including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Reddit, after they failed to register under new regulatory requirements. Mandatory Registration Ignored The new directives required platforms to establish a legal presence in Nepal, appoint a liaison officer,

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Bolton Says Trump–Modi Rapport Is Now Gone

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

Former U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton has claimed that the once-strong personal bond between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi has effectively ended, adding pressure to already strained India–U.S. ties. Bolton Warns World Leaders Bolton remarked that Trump’s past camaraderie with Modi is “gone now,” using it as an example to caution […]

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Trump Hosts Tech Leaders at White House, Musk Not Invited

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

President Donald Trump is set to host a formal dinner for leading technology executives in the newly renovated White House Rose Garden. Elon Musk is notably absent from the invitation list. Tech Giants Among Attendees The dinner will bring together some of the biggest names in technology, including Apple CEO Tim Cook, Meta CEO Mark […]