State News West India

Goa CM Promises Arrests After Deadly Club Fire

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has said that the Luthra brothers, owners of Birch by Romeo Lane where a fire killed 25 people, will be arrested. He announced that police will continue tracking them and that all those responsible will face action. A Blue Corner Notice has already been issued to trace the accused. Detentions […]

Trade

US Official Calls India’s Trade Proposal “Best Offer Ever”

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

A senior US trade official has said that India has presented the “best offers ever received” during recent discussions on bilateral trade. The official revealed that negotiators from both sides are close to finalising agreements on several issues that have remained unresolved for years. Old disputes back on the table The current round of talks […]

Business

Meesho Shares Jump 46% On Market Debut

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

Meesho made a strong entry to the stock market with its shares listing at ₹162.50 on the NSE, a premium of more than 46% over the issue price of ₹111. On the BSE, the stock opened at ₹161.20. The sharp debut gives early investors a sizeable gain from the first day of trading. Heavy demand […]

International

Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Ready For Elections Soon

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that the country is prepared to hold national elections within the next two to three months, provided security conditions are met. The remarks came after questions from former US President Donald Trump, who suggested Ukraine must demonstrate its commitment to democracy. Voting during wartime remains difficult Elections

Cricket Sports

Tickner Injured As New Zealand Dominate West Indies

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

New Zealand bowler Blair Tickner took four wickets on the opening day of the second Test against West Indies at Wellington. His spell helped bowl out the visitors for 205, giving the hosts an early advantage in the match. Debutant Michael Rae also impressed, picking up three wickets. Injury ends day for pacer Soon after […]

National

PMO Reviews IndiGo Flight Disruptions

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

The Prime Minister’s Office held a meeting with officials from the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and the Airports Authority of India to review the ongoing disruption of IndiGo flights. The meeting discussed the scale of delays and cancellations affecting passengers at several major airports. Flight cuts and inspections ordered […]

Business

Microsoft To Invest $17.5 Billion In India

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

Microsoft has announced that it will invest $17.5 billion in India over the next four years, describing it as the company’s largest commitment in Asia. The announcement was made during CEO Satya Nadella’s visit, where he met senior government officials to discuss technology cooperation. Focus on data centres and AI The investment will be used […]

Football Sports

FIFA Chief Faces Ethics Complaint Over Trump Award

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing an ethics complaint after awarding a new “FIFA Peace Prize” to former US President Donald Trump during the World Cup draw. A human rights group has claimed the act breached FIFA’s rules on political neutrality, which require the organisation and its officials to remain impartial. Allegations focus on political […]

AI & Robotics Technology

India Plans Royalty Fee For AI Training On Copyrighted Content

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

India has proposed new rules that would require companies such as OpenAI and Google to pay royalties if they use copyrighted material to train artificial intelligence models. The plan aims to ensure that writers, artists and publishers are compensated when their work is used for AI development. Central licence system suggested Instead of negotiating individually […]

Cricket Sports

Cricket Coach Claims Players Attacked Him After Selection Row

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

A youth cricket coach in Puducherry, S Venkataraman, has alleged that three players assaulted him after they were left out of the squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The incident took place at a local practice ground, where the coach was reportedly attacked with a bat. Injuries and police case Venkataraman suffered multiple injuries, […]