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PM Urged to Address Key National Concerns in Parliament

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

As the Monsoon Session of Parliament begins, opposition parties have demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally respond to pressing national issues raised during the all-party meeting held a day earlier. The opposition cited three main concerns: former US President Donald Trump’s claim of mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, the April Pahalgam

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Trump Warns BRICS Nations of New 10% Tariffs

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

US President Donald Trump has once again threatened to impose an additional 10% tariff on imports from BRICS countries, accusing the group of promoting policies that undermine the United States. Speaking during a public address after signing a new cryptocurrency regulation bill, Trump warned that any nation engaging in what he called “anti-American” trade moves […]

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Trump’s Comments Stir India-Pakistan Debate

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked controversy by claiming that “four or five fighter jets” were shot down during the India-Pakistan standoff earlier this year. His remarks, made during a private dinner event, have triggered political questions in India and prompted denials from Pakistan. Trump also said that U.S. trade pressure helped prevent a wider […]

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Malaysians Protest Trump’s US Envoy Nominee

By BPN News Desk July 18, 2025

A group of protesters gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Malaysia’s capital on Friday to oppose the nomination of Nick Adams as the next American ambassador to the country. Adams, a conservative commentator originally from Australia and now a U.S. citizen, has drawn criticism for past remarks perceived as anti-Islamic and for strongly backing Israel’s […]

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Trump Distances US from Israel on Gaza Strikes

By BPN News Desk July 18, 2025

US President Donald Trump has taken a sharply critical stance against Israeli strikes in Gaza, urging Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to halt further military action. Trump reportedly warned that continued aggression could jeopardize Israel’s support from Washington, marking a significant shift from America’s traditionally unwavering backing of its Middle Eastern

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Trump calls to release ‘credible’ Epstein files

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

US President Donald Trump has called on Attorney General Pam Bondi to release any “credible” files related to the late Jeffrey Epstein’s case. His comments came as pressure grows from his political base demanding more transparency on the matter. Trump stated that any files deemed reliable by the Attorney General should be made public. No […]

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India–US Trade Deal on Lines of Indonesia Pact

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

US President Donald Trump has confirmed that trade discussions with India are progressing and are being shaped along similar lines to the recently announced US–Indonesia trade agreement. The Indonesia deal includes tariff cuts, major purchases of US energy and agricultural goods, and the acquisition of American aircraft. Trump indicated that India is “working along

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Trump Hints at Trade Deal with Indonesia

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new trade agreement with Indonesia, calling it a “great deal for everybody.” The announcement follows Trump’s earlier threat to impose a 32% tariff on Indonesian imports starting August 1. The new understanding, as described by Trump, would avert the tariff and strengthen bilateral economic ties. Trump claimed he […]

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Russia Shrugs Off Trump’s Tariff Threat

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

Russia has dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent ultimatum threatening 100% secondary tariffs on countries that continue to engage in trade with Moscow, including purchases of oil and gas. A top Russian official described the warning as “theatrical” and claimed that such pressure tactics would have no effect on the Kremlin’s policies. Trump’s 50-Day Deadline […]

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SC Clears Way For Trump To Cut Education Dept

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

The United States Supreme Court has ruled in favour of the Trump administration, allowing it to proceed with a major restructuring of the Department of Education, including the planned layoff of around 1,400 employees. The decision overturns a lower court’s injunction that had temporarily blocked the move. The ruling, passed by a 6–3 majority, now […]