International

India, Brazil Ink $20B Trade Deal as Modi Honoured

By BPN News Desk July 9, 2025

India and Brazil have formalized a landmark $20 billion trade agreement, aiming to strengthen economic cooperation across multiple sectors. Announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official visit to Brasilia, the pact is expected to more than double bilateral trade from its previous level, with aspirations to eventually triple it. Both nations will collaborate

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Trump Threatens 10% Tariff on BRICS, Declares “Dollar Is King”

By BPN News Desk July 9, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning to the BRICS bloc, threatening a 10% tariff on all their exports to the United States. The move is part of a renewed push to punish nations that, according to Trump, are attempting to undermine the U.S. dollar’s status as the global reserve currency. During a […]

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Iran Confirms U.S. Strikes Severely Damaged Nuclear Facilities

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

In a stark admission, the President of Iran has confirmed that recent United States airstrikes have caused severe structural and operational damage to Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. The revelation comes amid heightened tensions in the region and growing fears of escalation following what Iran is now treating as a direct assault on its sovereign nuclear capabilities. […]

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India-US Mini Trade Deal to Be Announced Tonight

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

India and the United States are set to announce a mini trade deal by 10 pm IST tonight, signaling a breakthrough in long-stalled bilateral trade discussions. The deal is expected to bring temporary relief on select tariffs, especially in key export-driven sectors, and will act as a precursor to a larger, more comprehensive agreement likely […]

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Tesla CFO Vaibhav Taneja Named Treasurer of Musk’s America Party

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

Tesla Chief Financial Officer Vaibhav Taneja has been officially designated as treasurer and custodian of records for Elon Musk’s newly launched political outfit, the America Party, according to filings submitted to the U.S. Federal Election Commission (FEC) on July 4, 2025. This development marks a significant escalation in Musk’s foray into formal politics and places

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UAE Becomes Second-Best Global Destination for Digital Nomads

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

The United Arab Emirates has jumped to second place globally in the 2025 Digital Nomad Visa Index, marking a rapid rise in its reputation as a haven for remote workers. Surpassing countries like Montenegro and the Bahamas, the UAE now trails only Spain in a ranking that considers infrastructure, visa ease, lifestyle, and long-term suitability […]

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UK to Conduct Nationwide Emergency Alert Test on September 7

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

The United Kingdom is set to conduct its second nationwide Emergency Alert test on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at 3:00 pm BST, as part of a broader effort to strengthen the country’s crisis response infrastructure. The test will involve sending a loud alarm and message to millions of mobile phones across the nation, even those […]

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Macron’s UK Visit Revives Ties Amid Talks on Migration, Ukraine

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

French President Emmanuel Macron has begun a three-day state visit to the United Kingdom, the first by an EU leader since Brexit, signalling a renewed Franco-British partnership. The visit features both ceremonial pageantry and serious geopolitical engagement, with a focus on migration and coordinated support for Ukraine. State Visit Macron was warmly welcomed by the […]

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Kremlin Calls Roman Starovoit’s Suicide “Shocking”

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

The Kremlin has described the suicide of former Russian Transport Minister Roman Starovoit as “shocking,” marking a rare and public display of concern from the upper echelons of Russian power. Starovoit, aged 54, was found dead on July 7 at his residence near Moscow in what officials have confirmed as a case of suicide. Kremlin […]

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US Extends Tariff Relief for India Until August 1

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

In a significant development for Indian exporters, the United States has extended its suspension of reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods until August 1, 2025. The extension, originally set to expire on July 9, offers much-needed breathing room for negotiators working toward an interim trade agreement between the two countries. Tariff Relief The 26% tariff, announced […]