PM Modi Begins Two-Day Bhutan Visit

By BPN News Desk November 11, 2025

National

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday began a two-day official visit to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, scheduled from November 11 to 12, 2025. The visit aims to strengthen the close friendship and strategic cooperation between India and Bhutan. Visit Agenda During his visit, Modi will attend

International

Bangladesh Slams Rajnath Singh’s Remarks on Yunus

By BPN News Desk November 10, 2025

The government of Bangladesh voiced strong objections after India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh advised Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus to “watch his words,” describing the comments as “incorrect and unhelpful” to diplomatic relations. Minister’s Warning During an interview to Network18, Rajnath Singh stated that India “does not seek tense relations with

National Politics

Congress Probes Govt Over Trump-India-Pakistan Claims

By BPN News Desk November 6, 2025

The Indian National Congress has strongly criticised the Narendra Modi-led government, citing recent remarks by Donald Trump about his alleged role in mediating a cease-fire between India and Pakistan. Congress leaders point out that the former U.S. President has repeated this claim 58 times, and they argue that Prime Minister Modi and his Cabinet should […]

International

Taliban To Appoint First Diplomat In Delhi This Month

By BPN News Desk November 3, 2025

The Taliban government has decided to appoint its first diplomat to India later this month, marking a significant step in bilateral engagement between the two neighbours. The diplomat will be based in New Delhi, and a second diplomat might follow in late December or early January, according to discussions between the two sides. What This Means […]

International

Russia, US And Ukraine ‘Close’ To Diplomatic Solution

By BPN News Desk October 25, 2025

A special envoy of Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that Russia, the United States and Ukraine are moving closer to a diplomatic settlement of the ongoing conflict, though no concrete terms have been disclosed. The envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, Russia’s special representative for investment and economic cooperation, made the statement during a visit to Washington. […]

International

PM Extends Birthday Wishes to Israeli Counterpart

By BPN News Desk October 21, 2025

India’s Prime Minister extended warm birthday wishes today to his Israeli counterpart and thanked him for his Diwali greetings, reaffirming the strong bilateral friendship between the two countries. Prime Minister posted on social media: “Thank you, my dear friend, for your warm Diwali greetings. I also extend my heartiest wishes on your birthday. Wishing you […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Peace Requires Diplomats, Not Dramatists: Why Zelensky Must Tone Down the Theatrics

By BPN News Desk September 27, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s recent warning to Russia — “end war or find bomb shelters” — sounded less like the words of a wartime statesman and more like a line lifted from a Hollywood script. It was a reminder that Zelenskyy, once an actor and comedian, still leans heavily on his background in performance to […]

International

Trump Hosts Pakistan’s Sharif, Munir At White House

By BPN News Desk September 26, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump met Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir at the White House on Thursday. The meeting takes place amid signs of warming relations between Washington and Islamabad. Trade And Strategic Talks During their encounter, the two sides discussed boosting trade, energy cooperation, and regional security. Islamabad sees the

International

Trump to Arrive in UK Amid Keir Starmer’s Political Strain

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

President Donald Trump will land in the United Kingdom today for his second state visit. The visit will be officially hosted by King Charles III, with a ceremonial welcome at Windsor Castle. Meetings and Diplomacy Among the key events scheduled are a state banquet, a meeting with Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Chequers, and discussions […]

International

India Votes for UN’s ‘New York Declaration’

By BPN News Desk September 13, 2025

India voted in favour of a United Nations General Assembly resolution endorsing the “New York Declaration,” which lays out concrete, time-bound steps toward a two-state solution and the recognition of a Palestinian state. The resolution was adopted on 12 September at the UN headquarters in New York with 142 votes in favour, 10 against and […]