Law & Order National

Owaisi Warns SC Order May Reward Waqf Encroachments

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi has voiced serious concerns over the Supreme Court’s interim order on the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. While welcoming the stay on some contentious provisions, he warned that the current ruling might lead to encroachers being rewarded and the weakening of waqf protections. Key Provisions Stayed Among the clauses temporarily put on […]

Business Finance

SBI Branch in Karnataka Robbed of Rs 21 Crore Loot

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Three masked gunmen robbed a State Bank of India (SBI) branch in Chadachan, Vijayapura district, Karnataka. The heist occurred on Tuesday evening, when the robbers entered under false pretense, tied up staff, and made off with a large haul of cash and gold. Loot Details Authorities say the robbers escaped with approximately 20 kg of […]

Cricket Sports

Rishabh Pant Walking Again, Eyes Return to India Squad

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has begun walking without crutches after his foot injury. His foot is out of the cast, and he is walking comfortably, according to reports. Rehabilitation Begins Pant is expected to enter the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru for rehabilitation. His training will be monitored closely, especially for movements crucial to […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Don’t Let Dhaka Outflank Delhi: Nicobar is India’s Best Answer to US-China Tug-of-War

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

The United States has made its intentions in Bangladesh increasingly clear. From a C-130J Super Hercules landing in Chittagong to exercises like Tiger Lightning-2025 and Pacific Angel, Washington is building presence in a zone that touches both India and Myanmar. Dhaka, under its interim leadership, is seizing the moment. Saint Martin’s Island — a tiny […]

International

EU to Propose Faster Russian Energy Phase-Out

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU will put forward a proposal to speed up the reduction of Russian fossil fuel imports. The move comes after a call with U.S. President Donald Trump focused on increasing economic pressure on Russia. Original vs. New Timelines The EU had earlier planned to end imports […]

International

Japan Will Not Recognise Palestine State for Now

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Japan has decided not to recognize the State of Palestine at this time, citing concerns about timing and international alignment. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will also skip a meeting on the two-state solution at this month’s UN General Assembly. Contrast with Other Countries Countries such as France, Britain, Canada, and Australia have moved toward recognising […]

International

Patel Defends FBI in Senate Hearing, Rejects Criticism

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

FBI Director Kash Patel appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee and rejected allegations from Democratic senators that he has turned the bureau into a political tool. He denied politicizing firings, claimed he had no plans to resign, and defended his actions as based on misconduct, not politics. Charlie Kirk & Epstein Probes Questioned Senators pressed […]

International

Trump Says TikTok Deal Reached, Will Talk to Xi

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump said a framework agreement has been reached with China regarding TikTok’s operations in America. He added that he will speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday to finalise the deal. Talks & Key Details Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that the framework was part of trade negotiations conducted recently in […]

International

India Joins Zapad-2025 Military Drills Amid US Trade Strain

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

India has deployed 65 military personnel, including a battalion from the Kumaon Regiment, to participate in the Zapad-2025 joint exercises organised by Russia and Belarus. The drills ran from 12 to 16 September. Nature and Location of the Drills The drills involved tactical training, company-level cooperation, and special arms exercises. Indian forces took part along […]

National

PM Modi Marks 75th Birthday with Service, Projects

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 75 today, born on September 17, 1950 in Vadnagar, Gujarat. On this occasion, the BJP is launching a national service campaign called Sewa Pakhwada, running from September 17 to October 2. The campaign includes mass events like cleanliness drives, blood-donation camps and health outreach programs. Welfare Initiatives & Launches Modi