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Trump Rejects New AI Guardrails as ‘Hoax’

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2026

US President Donald Trump has rejected calls for tighter artificial intelligence safeguards, arguing that America already has sufficient oversight and claiming that efforts to restrict AI development could weaken the country’s technological lead over China. Trump Rejects Calls for New AI Guardrails Trump said the only AI “guardrails” required were strong presidential

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Cyril Ramaphosa Backs India-South Africa Local Currency Trade

By BPN News Desk September 14, 2026

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has backed greater use of local currencies in trade and payments between India and South Africa, saying stronger financial links could reduce transaction costs and deepen economic cooperation between the two BRICS partners. Ramaphosa Highlights Rupee-Rand Payment Potential Ramaphosa said he personally experienced the ease of

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China Cuts LAC Troop Presence to 10 Brigades

By BPN News Desk September 14, 2026

China significantly reduced its military deployment along the Line of Actual Control during 2025, with the People’s Liberation Army presence falling to around 10 Combined Arms Brigade-sized formations, according to India’s Defence Ministry. China Reduces PLA Deployment Along LAC The ministry said 2025 witnessed a “significant reduction” in Chinese forces deployed opposite

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Trump Urges Ukraine to Stop Hitting Russian Diesel

By BPN News Desk September 14, 2026

US President Donald Trump has urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to stop attacking Russian diesel production facilities, arguing that the strikes are worsening a global fuel shortage and pushing diesel prices sharply higher. Trump Tells Zelenskyy to Halt Refinery Strikes Speaking during a visit to Ireland, Trump said he had raised the issue directly with […]

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Trump Dismisses Gulf-Iran Talks as ‘Up to Them’

By BPN News Desk September 14, 2026

US President Donald Trump has played down diplomatic engagement between Iran and Gulf countries, saying he had no objection to the talks but was not personally concerned about them as regional leaders explored ways to ease tensions during the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. Trump Says Gulf-Iran Talks Are ‘Fine’ Asked about discussions involving Iran […]

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Oil Jumps Over 3% as Gulf Supply Risks Intensify

By BPN News Desk September 14, 2026

Oil prices surged more than 3% on Monday as fresh attacks on Saudi Arabia and vessels in the Gulf deepened concerns over global energy supplies following the shutdown of a key Saudi oil pipeline. Brent Crude Climbs Above $107 a Barrel Brent crude futures rose $3.21, or 3.1%, to $107.82 a barrel, while US West […]

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Modi, Xi Offer ‘Good Offices’ to Help End Ukraine War Says Kremlin

By BPN News Desk September 14, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping have offered their “good offices” to help find a settlement to the Ukraine war, according to the Kremlin, as diplomatic efforts surrounding the conflict gained fresh attention during the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. Kremlin Says Modi and Xi Offered Help on Ukraine Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry […]

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Iran-Gulf Hormuz Talks in Oman Postponed

By BPN News Desk September 14, 2026

A planned meeting between Iran and Gulf countries in Oman to discuss security and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has been postponed, dealing a setback to regional efforts aimed at easing tensions around one of the world’s most important energy routes. Oman Postpones Iran-Gulf Talks Over Consensus The meeting had been scheduled for September […]

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Modi, Xi Push for Stronger India-China Cooperation

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping have called for stronger cooperation between India and China, with Xi saying the two countries can learn from each other’s strengths and achieve shared development as bilateral ties continue a cautious recovery. Xi Calls for Long-Term India-China Relations During bilateral talks on the sidelines of the […]

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PM Modi Says BRICS Moves by Consensus, Not Against Anyone

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said BRICS is not directed against any country or institution, stressing that the grouping advances through consensus, cooperation and mutual respect as he opened the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. Modi Says BRICS Is Not Against Any Country Addressing leaders at Bharat Mandapam, Modi said BRICS had developed its […]