International

Imran Khan ‘Physically Fine but Facing Mental Torture’, Says Sister

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2025

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is in good physical health but is experiencing significant psychological stress due to prolonged solitary confinement, according to his sister Uzma Khanum after a recent visit to Adiala Jail. The meeting came after weeks of restricted access, which had raised concerns among supporters and family members. What His Sister […]

International

US Defence Chief Says He Didn’t See Survivors After Boat Strike

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2025

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has said he did not personally witness any survivors after the first strike on an alleged drug-smuggling boat, adding that he left the command centre soon after the initial attack. His comments come amid rising scrutiny over a second strike that reportedly killed individuals who were still alive after the […]

International

India Condemns Western Envoys’ Op-Ed on Russia

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2025

The government of India has reacted strongly to a joint opinion piece published by the envoys of the United Kingdom, France and Germany criticising Russia ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s upcoming visit to New Delhi. Officials at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) described the article as “very unusual” and declared the public criticism […]

Business Finance

Rupee Falls Past ₹90 Against US Dollar

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2025

The Indian rupee weakened sharply on December 3, 2025, sliding past the ₹90 mark against the US dollar — a new lifetime low — amid heavy foreign capital outflows and stalled trade talks between India and the United States. What Happened The rupee opened the day at approximately ₹89.96 per dollar and soon dropped to […]

International

US Pauses Immigration Applications from 19 Countries

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2025

The United States government has announced a temporary pause on all immigration applications — including green cards, citizenship requests, visas and asylum processing — for nationals of 19 non-European countries. The freeze follows a recent shooting involving an Afghan national in Washington, DC, which prompted concerns over national security and public safety. What the

National

PMO Complex Renamed ‘Seva Teerth’ Under Central Vista

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2025

The government has officially renamed the new complex housing the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) as Seva Teerth, marking a symbolic shift towards what it calls service-oriented governance. The complex, which forms a key part of the Central Vista redevelopment project, will now serve as the central administrative hub for the PMO and several associated offices. […]

International

India Rejects Pakistan’s Claim on Sri Lanka Aid-Flight Delay

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2025

India on Tuesday firmly dismissed Pakistan’s allegation that New Delhi delayed granting overflight permission to an aircraft carrying humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) termed the accusation “ridiculous” and clarified that the clearance was given the same day the request was received. India’s Clarification According to the MEA, Pakistan

South India State News

Chennai-Tiruvallur Schools Shut Amid Heavy Rain

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2025

On December 3, all educational institutions in Chennai and Tiruvallur districts have been closed owing to severe and persistent rainfall triggered by the remnants of Cyclone Ditwah. The district authorities — Chennai District Collector and Tiruvallur District Collector — declared the holiday as continuous downpours raised fears of waterlogging and disrupted transport. Why

International

Russia Ratifies Defence Pact with India Ahead of Putin Visit

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2025

Russia’s lower house of parliament, the State Duma, has ratified a key military logistics agreement with India just days before President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi on December 4–5 for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit. What the Pact Involves The agreement, formally known as the Reciprocal Exchange of Logistic Support (RELOS), will allow Indian […]

Breaking Down The News Opinion

Breaking Down The News: How GST Reforms Cut Household Tax Burden to 4–6%

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2025

Summary India’s latest GST reforms (GST 2.0) simplify tax slabs and lower the overall tax burden on families. A typical family of four now pays an estimated ₹745 less per month in GST. The average effective GST rate falls from ~6.2% to ~4.8%, a 22.5% reduction in tax burden. Essentials such as food, medicines, and […]