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Modi, Xi Agree to Cooperate Against Cross-Border Terrorism

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged cross-border terrorism as a “priority” in his bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. India’s Foreign Secretary, Vikram Misri, reported that Modi highlighted how terrorism affects both nations and stressed the importance of mutual support in combating it.

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Vance Stands Ready Amid Concerns Over Trump’s Health

By BPN News Desk August 31, 2025

Vice President JD Vance has said he is prepared to take charge if a “terrible tragedy” were to impact President Donald Trump. In an interview with USA Today, Vance explained that his seven months in office have given him “on-the-job training” to step in if required. At the same time, he stressed that Trump, who […]

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SCO Must Shoulder Greater Responsibility for Regional Peace

By BPN News Desk August 31, 2025

Chinese President Xi Jinping, addressing a banquet in Tianjin attended by nearly 20 world leaders, said the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) must assume “greater responsibilities” in safeguarding peace and stability across Eurasia. He noted that the forum should not only focus on security but also take the lead in driving shared economic growth and sustainable […]

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India-China Leaders Reaffirm Partnership at SCO Summit

By BPN News Desk August 31, 2025

During their meeting at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping stressed that India and China are “partners, not rivals.” Xi assured that China poses no threat to India, while Modi emphasized that bilateral ties should not be defined by third-party perspectives. Border

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Israeli Airstrike Kills Houthi Prime Minister in Sanaa

By BPN News Desk August 31, 2025

An Israeli airstrike in Sanaa has killed Ahmed Ghaleb al-Rahawi, the prime minister of the Houthi-led government in Yemen. The strike also claimed the lives of several other Houthi ministers and wounded multiple officials. This marks the most senior Houthi casualty since the group entered direct confrontation with Israel. Location and Target The airstrike hit […]

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PM Modi Talks Peace with Zelenskiy Ahead of Putin Meet

By BPN News Desk August 31, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on August 30, 2025. During the call, Modi reiterated India’s support for a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine conflict and underlined the importance of dialogue and diplomacy to restore stability. Zelenskiy Welcomes Support Zelenskiy briefed Modi on his recent discussions with U.S. President

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Trump Cancels India Visit for Quad Summit

By BPN News Desk August 31, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has dropped plans to visit India for the upcoming Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) leaders’ summit in New Delhi this November. Trump had earlier accepted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s invitation but, according to reports, he “no longer has plans” to attend. Sources Offer No Official Confirmation Neither Washington nor New Delhi has

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Modi Meets Xi at SCO Summit After Seven Years

By BPN News Desk August 31, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Tianjin, marking his first visit to China in seven years. He is attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, which opens on August 31. Modi is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday and also meet Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines. […]

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Brazil Avoids Immediate Retaliation Over U.S. Tariffs

By BPN News Desk August 30, 2025

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said he is in “no rush” to respond to the newly imposed 50% U.S. tariffs, stressing that negotiation is preferable to confrontation. While Brazil is evaluating options, Lula emphasized that his government does not want an escalation that could harm trade relations. Reviewing Reciprocity Law Brazil’s Foreign Trade […]

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UN Food Chief Warns of Starvation in Gaza

By BPN News Desk August 30, 2025

World Food Programme Executive Director Cindy McCain has warned that women and children in Gaza are actively starving. After visiting the territory earlier this week, she said the suffering was “very evident,” with families facing acute hunger and food shortages. Urgent Plea to Israeli Leadership McCain raised the issue directly with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin […]