National Politics

Priyanka Defends Rahul After SC Rebuke on China Remark

By BPN News Desk August 5, 2025

The Supreme Court of India strongly criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his earlier statement alleging that China had occupied 2,000 sq km of Indian territory and was attacking Indian soldiers. The court questioned the basis of the claim and asked how Gandhi had access to such specific information. It also remarked that a “true […]

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Rebukes Rahul Gandhi, Stays Defamation Case

By BPN News Desk August 4, 2025

The Supreme Court has sharply criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for claiming that China had annexed 2,000 square kilometres of Indian territory during his Bharat Jodo Yatra in December 2022. While staying the pending defamation case, the court expressed serious concern over the statements made outside Parliament. Court Questions Basis for Territory Claims A bench

International

China and Russia Begin Joint Naval Exercises

By BPN News Desk August 3, 2025

China and Russia have started a three-day joint naval exercise named “Joint Sea-2025” in the Sea of Japan. The drill, launched near the Russian port city of Vladivostok, involves multiple warships, submarines, and support vessels from both countries. Drill Objectives and Activities The exercises focus on a range of coordinated military operations such as

International

Northern China Floods Kill at Least 60 People

By BPN News Desk July 31, 2025

Severe rainfall in northern China has claimed the lives of at least 60 people over the past week. The worst-hit areas include the outskirts of Beijing and parts of Hebei province. Among the dead were 31 elderly residents at a care home in Taishitun town in Miyun district, where authorities admitted evacuation plans failed to […]

International

US‑China Trade Talks in Stockholm Continue Amid Tariff Deadline

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

Trade representatives from the United States and China met for a second consecutive day in Stockholm on July 28–29, 2025, to discuss the extension of a tariff pause set to expire on August 12. Officials from both nations described the atmosphere as open and constructive, signaling progress but stopping short of a final agreement. Trump […]

Defence National

India Strengthens Forces on Pakistan-China Borders

By BPN News Desk July 27, 2025

India is ramping up its military presence along its western and northern borders, introducing new combat units and technology to address growing security challenges from Pakistan and China. This decision follows key learnings from recent operations and a heightened perception of two-front threats. Combat Units and Specialized Brigades The Indian Army has introduced

International

Munir Visits China After Conflict With India

By BPN News Desk July 25, 2025

Pakistan’s Army Chief General Asim Munir recently visited China for high-level talks amid heightened regional tensions following the May military standoff with India. This marked Munir’s first major diplomatic visit since Operation Sindoor, India’s swift and targeted military response to a terror attack in Kashmir. Focus on Chinese Nationals’ Security During his

International

XI Jinping Urges EU to Handle Frictions Properly

By BPN News Desk July 24, 2025

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with top European Union leaders in Beijing on July 24, 2025, for a one-day summit marking 50 years of diplomatic ties. Amid rising trade tensions, Xi called for the “proper handling” of differences and warned against what he described as “decoupling and isolation.” Beijing Pushes for Cooperation President Xi emphasized […]

International

India‑China Review LAC, Prep for SR Talks

By BPN News Desk July 24, 2025

India and China reviewed the current situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh during a meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination (WMCC) in Delhi on July 23, 2025. Both sides expressed overall satisfaction with the maintenance of peace and agreed to prepare for the next round of Special Representatives (SR) talks, which

International

India to Resume Tourist Visas for Chinese Nationals

By BPN News Desk July 23, 2025

India will restart issuing tourist visas to Chinese citizens beginning July 24, 2025. This comes after a five-year halt following the 2020 Galwan Valley clash and pandemic-related travel restrictions. Chinese applicants will need to fill out an online form, schedule an appointment, and visit Indian visa centers in Beijing, Shanghai, or Guangzhou to complete the […]