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China’s PLA Integrates ‘DeepSeek’ AI for Non-Combat Military Functions

By BPN News Desk March 23, 2025

China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has begun utilizing DeepSeek, an advanced artificial intelligence tool, to enhance various non-combat military operations. The adoption marks a growing trend in the PLA’s drive toward modernization through the integration of AI technologies in support roles such as medical services, physical training, and psychological care.

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Israel Launches Major Airstrikes on Lebanon, Six Killed

By BPN News Desk March 23, 2025

Israel carried out its most extensive airstrikes on Lebanon since the last ceasefire, in response to rocket fire from across the border. The strikes, targeting several regions in southern Lebanon, left at least six people dead and many others injured. This marks a dramatic escalation in cross-border hostilities, raising fears of a wider conflict in […]

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China, Japan, and South Korea Strengthen Cooperation Amid US Tariff Concerns

By BPN News Desk March 23, 2025

China, Japan, and South Korea have pledged to enhance trilateral cooperation in light of growing concerns over increased U.S. tariffs and heightened regional security threats. The foreign ministers of the three countries met in Tokyo in a high-level dialogue aimed at reinforcing economic and diplomatic ties to ensure regional stability. The meeting focused on strengthening

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Trump Proposes U.S. Oversight of Ukraine’s Nuclear Plants Amid Ceasefire Talks

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed that American entities assume control over Ukraine’s nuclear power plants as part of a broader plan to help secure a ceasefire agreement between Ukraine and Russia. The proposal, aimed at stabilizing energy infrastructure in the war-torn country, has sparked significant debate within Ukraine and among global observers. U.S.

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India and U.S. Engage in Talks Amid Tariff Dispute

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

India and the United States are currently engaged in discussions to establish a structured framework to resolve ongoing tariff tensions. The talks come amid growing concerns from both sides regarding trade imbalances and rising import duties, especially as the U.S. signals the possibility of imposing retaliatory tariffs. India, U.S. Explore Trade Agreement Framework

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Heathrow Airport Closure Disrupts 37 India-UK Flights

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

Operations at London’s Heathrow Airport came to a sudden halt following a major fire at a nearby power substation, severely impacting global travel routes, including 37 flights operating between India and the UK. The fire triggered a large-scale power outage, prompting the airport to announce a temporary shutdown of all flight operations until late Friday […]

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India’s $23 Billion PLI Scheme Set to Expire After Poor Output

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

India’s high-stakes $23 billion Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, introduced in 2020 to boost domestic manufacturing and rival China’s industrial dominance, is set to lapse after delivering disappointing results. The scheme, which was launched with the vision of turning India into a global manufacturing hub, has only achieved a fraction of its expected

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Israel Removes Shin Bet Chief Citing Trust Deficit

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

In a move that has escalated political tensions in Israel, the government has dismissed Ronen Bar, head of the Shin Bet internal security agency, citing a breakdown of trust. The decision has triggered widespread protests and speculation about the underlying motivations behind the sudden removal. Shin Bet Chief Dismissed by Netanyahu Government Ronen Bar, who […]

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Trump Signs Order to Dismantle Education Department

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

In a sweeping policy decision, U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to begin dismantling the U.S. Department of Education. This action marks a significant step in reshaping the federal government’s role in public education and shifting control to individual states and local authorities. Executive Order Directs Shutdown Process The executive order

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China Executes Four Canadians Amid Diplomatic Tensions

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

China has executed four Canadian citizens convicted of drug-related offenses, drawing strong condemnation from Canadian officials and intensifying already strained diplomatic relations between the two countries. Canada Condemns the Executions Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly publicly denounced the executions, stating, “We strongly condemn the executions.”