Economy National

Fitch Raises India’s FY26 Growth Outlook To 7.4%

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2025

Fitch Ratings has revised India’s FY26 growth forecast upward to 7.4 percent, an increase from its earlier estimate of 6.9 percent. The agency cited strong private consumption, improved demand conditions and the positive impact of ongoing GST reforms as key reasons for the upgrade. Growth Expected To Moderate In FY27 Fitch projects that India’s growth […]

International

Australia Starts Enforcing Under-16 Social Media Ban

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2025

Australia has begun implementing its new law banning users under 16 from maintaining social media accounts. Major platforms, including Meta, TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube, have started identifying and disabling accounts belonging to users aged 13 to 15 ahead of the full rollout on December 10. Meta Locks Accounts To Comply With Law Meta has notified […]

International

Xi And Macron Hold Talks In Beijing

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2025

Chinese President Xi Jinping met French President Emmanuel Macron in Beijing on Wednesday during Macron’s state visit to China. The meeting focused on global security concerns, economic cooperation and growing geopolitical tensions affecting Europe and Asia. Macron Urges China To Play Bigger Role On Ukraine Macron reiterated that China should use its influence to help […]

National

PM Modi Greets Wildlife Lovers On International Cheetah Day

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended greetings to wildlife enthusiasts and conservation groups on International Cheetah Day. He described the cheetah as one of the planet’s most remarkable species and stressed the importance of protecting India’s natural heritage. India Reiterates Support For Project Cheetah Modi reaffirmed that Project Cheetah remains a

Cricket Sports

Australia Makes Bold Call For Gabba Ashes Test

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2025

Australia has taken a bold selection decision for the second Ashes Test at the Gabba, leaving out veteran spinner Nathan Lyon and opting for a four-pronged pace attack. Michael Neser has been drafted into the XI as the additional fast bowler. Batting Order Adjusted After Khawaja Injury Usman Khawaja has been ruled out with a […]

National

IndiGo Chaos Widens With 73 Bengaluru Flights Cancelled

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2025

IndiGo operations continued to face severe disruption on Wednesday, with 73 flights cancelled at Kempegowda International Airport. The cancellations affected both arrivals and departures, leaving thousands of passengers stranded and causing long queues at airline counters. Crew Shortage And New Duty Norms Trigger Delays According to aviation sources, the primary cause of

International

US Weighs Expanding Travel Ban After Guard Shooting

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2025

The US administration is considering expanding its travel-ban list from the current 19 countries to more than 30, following a recent shooting involving National Guard members in Washington, D.C. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is reported to have recommended broadening restrictions in what she described as a national-security response. Noem Pushes For A Wider Ban

Cricket Sports

KL Rahul Reflects On India’s Shock Defeat

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2025

India captain KL Rahul said he was “kicking himself” after the team failed to defend 358 against South Africa in the second ODI. Speaking after the match, he admitted that losing the toss and the heavy dew in the second innings proved decisive, making it extremely difficult for bowlers to control the wet ball. Rahul […]

International

Pakistan Moves To Sell Loss-Making PIA

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2025

Pakistan has decided to move ahead with the sale of its national carrier, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), with bidding scheduled for December 23. The decision comes after an earlier privatisation attempt failed when the only bid received was far below the government’s valuation of the airline. Majority Stake Up For Sale The government is offering […]

International

Trump Says Putin Wants To End Ukraine War

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2025

US President Donald Trump said that Russian President Vladimir Putin appeared willing to end the Ukraine war after a five-hour meeting between Russian officials and US envoys. Trump described the discussions as “very good,” noting that both sides explored possible frameworks for reducing hostilities. Kremlin Confirms Talks, But No Breakthrough Yet According to the Kremlin,