International

US National Guard Troops in Washington DC Begin Carrying Weapons

By BPN News Desk August 25, 2025

National Guard troops deployed in Washington, D.C., have begun carrying their service-issued weapons, including M17 pistols and some M4 rifles. The order was implemented on the evening of August 24 following a directive from the Defense Secretary, marking a major escalation in the Guard’s mission inside the capital. Background and Deployment Context The deployment follows

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Centre Withdraws CRPF Cover for Delhi CM

By BPN News Desk August 25, 2025

The Centre has decided to withdraw the Z-category security cover that had been provided by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) for Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The decision means her security responsibility will now rest fully with the Delhi Police. Officials said the move follows a review of recent developments after an attack on […]

International

China-Pakistan to Launch New CPEC Projects

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2025

In Islamabad on August 21, 2025, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with his Pakistani counterpart Ishaq Dar. Both leaders reviewed the progress of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and agreed to start new projects under the initiative. While exact details of these projects were not disclosed, officials said they would cover infrastructure, energy, and […]

North India State News

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Gets Z-Security After Attack

By BPN News Desk August 21, 2025

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was attacked during her weekly Jan Sunwai (public grievance hearing) at her Civil Lines residence. The assailant, identified as Rajesh Sakariya from Rajkot, approached her posing as a petitioner before suddenly slapping her and pulling her hair. Security personnel immediately restrained him, but Gupta suffered injuries to her head and […]

International

China Calls for Stronger Ties with Pakistan, Afghanistan

By BPN News Desk August 21, 2025

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a trilateral dialogue with his counterparts from Pakistan and Afghanistan in Kabul. The meeting focused on strengthening security cooperation, boosting trade, and expanding regional connectivity at a time when all three countries face growing internal and external challenges. Security and Counterterrorism Wang Yi urged the three

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Russia Insists on Inclusion in Ukraine Security Talks

By BPN News Desk August 21, 2025

Russia has stated that international discussions on Ukraine’s security will not succeed without its direct participation. Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said any talks that bypass Moscow would be “pointless” and warned European governments that decisions taken without Russia could further complicate the conflict. He also indicated that China, which has been supportive of

International

U.S. Joins Security Guarantees Effort for Ukraine – German Chancellor Friedrich Merz

By BPN News Desk August 17, 2025

The United States has agreed to play a direct role in providing security guarantees for Ukraine, according to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The development came after U.S. President Donald Trump held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska. Trump assured European partners that Washington would share responsibility for Ukraine’s security rather

National

Modi: India Won’t Tolerate Nuclear Blackmail

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

On India’s 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unequivocally declared that the country will no longer tolerate nuclear coercion from Pakistan, while announcing the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. Strong Warning to Pakistan From the Red Fort, the Prime Minister warned that “blood and water won’t flow together,” signaling a firm rejection of […]

National

Third Security Breach at Red Fort During Independence Day Drill

By BPN News Desk August 11, 2025

In a mock drill ahead of Independence Day, a Delhi Police “dummy terrorist” disguised as a civilian entered the Red Fort carrying fake explosives. He managed to reach the children’s enclosure, took selfies with security personnel, and recorded videos—yet was not detected in time. This marks the third security breach in recent drills at the […]

International

Pakistan Army Chief Visits US for Second Time in Two Months

By BPN News Desk August 7, 2025

Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir has arrived in the United States for his second official visit in less than two months. The back-to-back visits have sparked fresh speculation about ongoing strategic and security discussions between the two countries, particularly in the context of regional developments. Sources indicate that General Munir is expected […]