International

China Demands US, Japan Withdraw Typhon from Japan

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

The United States has deployed its ground-based Typhon missile system to Iwakuni, Japan, for the first time. The system uses pre-existing SM-6 and Tomahawk missiles modified for land launch. It was showcased during the joint military exercise Resolute Dragon, which began on September 11 and runs until September 25. China’s Response China condemned the deployment. […]

International

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Accuses US Politicians of Open Bribery

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said American politicians openly accept bribes from Israel, contrasting them with Pakistan, which he claimed is being defamed over corruption allegations. He made the remarks in an interview on Geo TV. Comments on Transparency Asif specifically criticised what he called a double standard in how corruption is viewed in Pakistan […]

International

Trump Wishes Modi Happy Birthday, Modi Affirms US Tie

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump phoned Prime Minister Narendra Modi to wish him a happy 75th birthday. The call was received personally by Modi, who expressed gratitude for Trump’s warm wishes. Modi’s Response & Message Following the call, Prime Minister Modi posted on X (formerly Twitter): “Thank you, my friend, President Trump, for your phone call […]

National

India-US Trade Talks Described as “Positive and Forward-Looking”

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

India and the United States have held fresh trade discussions described by both sides as positive and forward-looking. These talks come in the wake of the US imposing a 50% tariff on certain Indian goods due to concerns over India’s purchase of Russian oil. Meetings were held in New Delhi with senior negotiators from both […]

International

US Student Visas Blocked for 19 Countries, Big Drop Expected

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

A new U.S. policy now blocks student visa issuance to citizens of 19 countries who do not already hold valid visas. These are mainly F-1, J-1, and M-1 categories. The rule means many who planned to begin studies this fall may be unable to enter U.S. colleges. Scale of the Impact Over 5,700 students who […]

International

US to Deny Visas for Celebrating Kirk’s Assassination

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the administration will deny or revoke visas for foreigners who publicly celebrate or glorify the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist. He emphasized that such behaviour is unacceptable and incompatible with US values. Supporting Statement by Deputy Secretary Earlier, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau

International

Peter Navarro Criticizes India Over Tariffs, Oil as Trade Talks Start

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

Peter Navarro, U.S. trade adviser, sharply criticized India over its oil purchases from Russia and its high trade barriers. He accused Indian refiners of profiting from unfair trade, claiming that money made from U.S. trade reaches Russian oil markets and ultimately funds weapons. He also called India the “Maharajah of tariffs.” Trade Talks Resuming These […]

International

US, China Close to Resolution on TikTok

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

The United States and China are nearing a deal over the TikTok issue, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed during trade talks in Madrid on 15 September 2025. The discussions also addressed wider trade and security concerns. Progress on Agreement Bessent said that most technical aspects of the TikTok agreement have been resolved. However, China still […]

National

US Trade Delegation to Visit India

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

US trade negotiators will arrive in New Delhi on Tuesday for talks with the Commerce Ministry. The discussions were confirmed by Special Secretary Rajesh Agarwal and will focus on easing trade tensions between the two countries. Aim of the Talks The meeting is expected to address the steep tariffs recently imposed by the US on […]

Government Policies National

Washington Can’t Match Moscow’s Oil Bargain for India

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

For weeks, Washington has been trying to strong-arm New Delhi into abandoning cheap Russian crude and turning instead to American barrels. Sergio Gor, Trump’s nominee for U.S. Ambassador to India, openly declared that India should open its market to U.S. crude, petroleum, and LNG. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick went further, threatening India with higher tariffs […]