National

Piyush Goyal: US H-1B Fee Hike Shows Fear of Indian Talent

By BPN News Desk September 21, 2025

The United States has introduced a one-time fee of US $100,000 for new H-1B visa applications, effective from September 21, 2025. Existing visa holders and those renewing are not affected by this change. India’s Reaction Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal responded to the move by saying that the world is “a little afraid of Indian […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Trolls Feast on Gadkari’s Caste Remarks, But Miss His Larger Point

By BPN News Desk September 21, 2025

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari’s latest speech in Nagpur has once again become a case study in how public discourse in India is increasingly being hijacked by trolls and aided by media outlets hungry for sensationalism. The speech itself was layered, with Gadkari attempting to balance reflections on caste, reservation, and merit. But the only thing […]

Op-Eds Opinion

H-1B Under Siege: Trump’s $100,000 Gamble and Why India Still Holds the Cards

By BPN News Desk September 21, 2025

The U.S. President Donald Trump has once again stirred global debate, this time with a proclamation that slaps a massive $100,000 fee on every new H-1B visa petition filed for workers outside the United States. The order, which came into effect on September 21, 2025, is set to last for 12 months but can be […]

International

Trump Warns Putin After Russian Jets Breach Estonia

By BPN News Desk September 21, 2025

Three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets entered Estonian airspace near Vaindloo Island for around 12 minutes on 19 September 2025, according to Estonian officials. The aircraft reportedly flew without a filed flight plan, kept their transponders off, and failed to communicate with air traffic control. Russian Response The Russian Defense Ministry rejected the claim, stating that

International

WWII Bomb Found in Hong Kong Forces Mass Evacuation

By BPN News Desk September 21, 2025

A World War II–era U.S.-made bomb was uncovered at a construction site in Quarry Bay, a busy residential and commercial district on Hong Kong Island. The explosive measured around 1.5 metres in length and weighed nearly 1,000 pounds (450 kilograms). Evacuation Ordered Authorities evacuated about 6,000 residents from 1,900 households in the surrounding area. The […]

National

Air India Advises Web Check-in Amid Heathrow Cyberattack

By BPN News Desk September 21, 2025

A cyberattack on a third-party service provider disrupted check-in, boarding, and baggage drop systems at major European airports, including Heathrow (London), Berlin, and Brussels. The breach affected Collins Aerospace’s MUSE software. Flight Operations Affected The disruption led to flight delays and cancellations as automated systems went offline. Airlines were forced

International

Surge in Flights, Panic After US $100K H-1B Fee Rule

By BPN News Desk September 21, 2025

The United States has introduced a regulation requiring companies to pay US $100,000 annually for each H-1B visa holder they employ. The rule was announced on September 19, 2025, and will come into effect from midnight U.S. Eastern Time on September 21, 2025. India Hardest Hit India, which accounted for about 70–71% of approved H-1B […]

Cricket Sports

Pakistan Cancels Press Conference Ahead of India Clash

By BPN News Desk September 21, 2025

The Pakistan cricket team cancelled its scheduled pre-match press conference on the eve of their Asia Cup Super Fours clash against India in Dubai. The announcement came just hours before the interaction with the media was expected to begin. No Reason Provided Team management has not offered any explanation for the cancellation, leaving reporters and […]

Cricket Sports

Afghanistan spinners Breach ICC Code after Asia Cup Loss

By BPN News Desk September 21, 2025

Afghan spinners Noor Ahmad and Mujeeb Ur Rahman have been officially reprimanded for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during their Asia Cup match versus Sri Lanka in Abu Dhabi. They committed Level 1 offences, the ICC confirmed. Offence Details Noor Ahmad was found guilty under Article 2.8 for showing dissent at an umpire’s decision. […]

National

Piyush Goyal to Visit US on September 22 for Trade Talks

By BPN News Desk September 21, 2025

India’s Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will lead a delegation to the United States on September 22, 2025, to advance bilateral trade discussions. The announcement was made by India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry. These talks follow recent positive and “forward-looking” meetings between Indian and US trade officials. Background and Key Issues During recent