Business

Zoho Freezes Salary Hikes as Vembu Warns of Tough Times

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2026

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu has warned employees of tougher business conditions ahead, saying the company will not provide salary hikes this year as it seeks to control costs and avoid layoffs. Zoho Freezes Salary Hikes for 2026 Vembu told employees that the company is entering a difficult period marked by slower growth and rising economic […]

Economy National

IMF Raises India Growth Forecast to 7%

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2026

India is projected to remain the world’s fastest-growing major economy, with the International Monetary Fund raising its growth forecast to 7% for both 2026-27 and 2027-28 despite higher oil prices and global geopolitical uncertainty. IMF Raises India Growth Forecast to 7% The IMF upgraded India’s GDP growth projection for 2026-27 to 7%, up sharply from […]

Law & Order Lifestyle

CJP Leaders Detained in Jantar Mantar Flash Protest

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2026

Cockroach Janta Party leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were detained after staging a flash protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar on October 13, a day after the Centre removed the site’s status as a designated protest venue. CJP Leaders Enter Jantar Mantar for Flash Protest CJP volunteers led by Ranka and Das reached Jantar Mantar […]

International

Trump Slams Houthis Over Saudi Arabia Attacks

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2026

President Donald Trump has sharply criticised Yemen’s Houthi rebels over their escalating attacks on Saudi Arabia, saying the group is “misbehaving very badly” as Riyadh faces repeated missile and drone strikes. Trump Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia Trump’s remarks came after a series of attacks targeted Saudi airports and other critical infrastructure, including

International

Elon Musk Spends $366 Million on 2026 US Midterms

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2026

Elon Musk has emerged as the largest known political donor in the 2026 US midterm election cycle, spending roughly $366 million so far, including about $276 million since July, largely to help Republicans retain control of Congress. Musk Pours $276 Million Into Republican Midterms Musk’s spending since July has been directed towards Republican campaign groups […]

International

Trump Defends Russian Diesel Deal Amid Backlash

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2026

President Donald Trump has defended his decision to temporarily allow Russian diesel imports into the United States, saying he “made the right choice” for American consumers despite criticism from lawmakers, Ukraine and European officials. Trump Defends Russian Diesel Decision Trump said the decision was taken in the interests of the American people and argued that […]

International

Magnitude 6 Earthquake Strikes Panama

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2026

A magnitude 6 earthquake struck Panama on October 12, adding to a series of strong aftershocks following a powerful magnitude 7.7 quake that caused widespread damage across central parts of the country. Magnitude 6 Earthquake Hits Panama The latest earthquake struck at a depth of about 35 kilometres, according to preliminary seismic data. There were […]

Defence National

Four Killed in PoK Blast Near Poonch LoC

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2026

Four people were killed in a powerful explosion near the Line of Control opposite Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on October 12, with Indian security sources describing them as Pakistani infiltrators, including an alleged Lashkar-e-Taiba commander. However, separate reports from the Pakistan-administered side identified the deceased as local villagers. Four Killed in

Law & Order National

President Murmu Appoints Governors for Six States

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2026

President Droupadi Murmu has appointed Governors for six states, shifting Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar to Tamil Nadu and Om Prakash Mathur to Keralam while naming four new Governors in a wider reshuffle. Arlekar Appointed Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, who was serving as Governor of Keralam and also holding additional charge of Tamil Nadu, has […]

Law & Order National

Rahul Gandhi Plea Delayed by Supreme Court Filing Defects

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2026

A Supreme Court petition filed by Rahul Gandhi and other INDIA bloc leaders challenging the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls was not listed for hearing on October 13 after the Court registry flagged routine procedural defects in the filing. Supreme Court Registry Flags 14 Filing Defects The petition, filed by Rahul Gandhi and 10 […]