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China Urges Unity to Reject ‘Law of the Jungle’

By BPN News Desk September 18, 2025

China’s Defence Minister Dong Jun called on world leaders to work together to prevent instability driven by power politics. Speaking at the Beijing Xiangshan Forum, he warned that external interference, coercion, and competing spheres of influence could lead to a world dominated by the “law of the jungle.” Focus on Taiwan and Global Order Dong […]

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US May Drop Penal Tariffs, Lower Duties on Indian Goods

By BPN News Desk September 18, 2025

India’s Chief Economic Adviser V. Anantha Nageswaran said the United States may soon lift the 25% penal tariff imposed on Indian goods. He added that India’s reciprocal tariff of 25% could also be reduced to around 10-15%. Timeline and Expectations Nageswaran indicated that the penal tariffs might be scrapped by the end of November. He […]

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Gaza Death Toll Tops 65,000, Israeli Troops Advance

By BPN News Desk September 18, 2025

Israeli troops and tanks advanced deeper into Gaza City on Wednesday, intensifying their ground operations after days of heavy air and artillery bombardment. The Israel Defense Forces reported targeting Hamas strongholds, while local officials said the offensive also struck densely populated civilian areas. Phone and internet services were cut off across much of northern

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Saudi-Pakistan Sign Mutual Defense Pact; India Ties Assured

By BPN News Desk September 18, 2025

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have signed a “Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement” pledging that an attack on one will be treated as an attack on both. The deal was formalised during Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to Riyadh. Commitments in the Pact The agreement commits both countries to enhance defence cooperation and strengthen joint deterrence […]

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EU Seeks Deeper India Ties but Raises Russia Concerns

By BPN News Desk September 18, 2025

The European Commission has announced plans to strengthen its partnership with India in trade, defence, technology, and climate. These measures are part of a strategy to move EU-India relations to the “next level.” Free Trade Deal by Year-End Negotiations are underway to finalise a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) by the end of 2025. The pact […]

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JeM Claims Pak Chief Ordered Officers to Attend Sindoor Funerals

By BPN News Desk September 18, 2025

Jaish-e-Muhammed (JeM) commander Ilyas Kashmiri has alleged that Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir directed senior officers to attend the funerals of terrorists killed during India’s Operation Sindoor. What Was Said According to Kashmiri, corps commanders were instructed to be present in uniform at the funeral processions. He claimed that the terrorists were honoured

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US Labels India, Pakistan, China Among Drug Transit Countries

By BPN News Desk September 18, 2025

In a “Presidential Determination” submitted to the U.S. Congress, President Donald Trump named 23 countries as major drug transit or illicit drug-producing nations. Among them are India, Pakistan, China, Afghanistan, and Burma (Myanmar). Reasoning Behind the Designation The determination states that these countries are involved in manufacturing or distribution of illicit

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China Demands US, Japan Withdraw Typhon from Japan

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

The United States has deployed its ground-based Typhon missile system to Iwakuni, Japan, for the first time. The system uses pre-existing SM-6 and Tomahawk missiles modified for land launch. It was showcased during the joint military exercise Resolute Dragon, which began on September 11 and runs until September 25. China’s Response China condemned the deployment. […]

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JeM Commander Claims Masood Azhar’s Family Hit in Sindoor Strike

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

A senior commander of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Masood Ilyas Kashmiri, has claimed in a video that members of Masood Azhar’s family were killed during Operation Sindoor. He said the Bahawalpur strike destroyed part of the family, describing it as being “torn into pieces.” Details of the Strike The strike took place on May 7, 2025, targeting […]

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Kash Patel Clashes with Democrats in Heated Senate Hearing

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

FBI Director Kash Patel faced sharp criticism from Senate Democrats during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. Democrats accused him of politicizing the Bureau and targeting adversaries of Donald Trump. Patel defended his record, saying his actions follow law enforcement norms, not political agendas. Controversies Under Scrutiny Patel was questioned over several