International

Hyderabad Student Shot Dead At Texas Gas Station

By BPN News Desk October 5, 2025

A 27-year-old Indian student from Hyderabad, Chandrashekar Pole, was shot and killed on October 3 at a gas station in Denton, Texas, in what local police suspect was a robbery attempt. Circumstances Of The Incident Pole was working part-time at the gas station when an unidentified gunman reportedly confronted him. He was shot on the […]

Government Policies National

Education Ministry Mandates Zoho Office For Official Work

By BPN News Desk October 5, 2025

The Union Ministry of Education has instructed all its departments and staff to use the Zoho Office Suite for official documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. The directive is part of the government’s push for digital self-reliance under the Swadeshi and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives. What The Order Says A circular issued by the Department of Higher Education […]

National

UK PM Starmer To Visit India October 8-9

By BPN News Desk October 5, 2025

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will make his first official visit to India from October 8 to 9, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs announced. The trip will focus on strengthening the India-UK Strategic Partnership under the banner of “Vision 2035.” Agenda And Focus During his visit, PM Starmer is expected to hold wide-ranging talks […]

South India State News

Tamil Nadu To Deliver Ration Before Diwali

By BPN News Desk October 5, 2025

The Tamil Nadu government has announced that it will distribute ration essentials ahead of Diwali directly to homes of senior citizens and differently-abled ration cardholders. The delivery is planned under the state’s Thayumanavar Scheme on October 5 and 6. Details Of The Scheme Under the scheme, fair price shop vehicles will carry essential commodities to […]

International

India “Diversifying” from Russian Oil? U.S. Aide Says So

By BPN News Desk October 5, 2025

A U.S. trade official associated with President Trump claimed India has begun reducing its reliance on Russian oil, describing the shift as “pragmatic.” The comment comes amid rising tariff tensions and scrutiny of India’s energy purchases. U.S. Official’s Statement At the Economic Club of New York, Jamieson Greer, a U.S. trade representative, said India is […]

South India State News

Ambulance Drivers Questioned Over Karur Rally Stampede

By BPN News Desk October 5, 2025

Police have questioned ambulance drivers who were on duty during the deadly stampede at actor-politician Vijay’s rally in Veluswamypuram, Karur, held on September 27. According to officials, five to six drivers, from government and private ambulances in Karur and nearby districts, appeared before investigators. They were asked about who called them, how many calls

International

Russia Denies Reports of Deal With Pakistan

By BPN News Desk October 5, 2025

Russia has rejected recent reports that it is entering into a multibillion-dollar industrial or engine cooperation with Pakistan. The Russian government described these news items as exaggerated and misleading. According to those reports, Moscow and Islamabad were said to be planning joint projects such as setting up steel mills in Karachi or collaborating on engine […]

South India State News

Vijay Should Take Moral Responsibility, Says Dhinakaran

By BPN News Desk October 5, 2025

T. T. V. Dhinakaran said actor-politician Vijay should accept moral responsibility for the stampede that occurred at his rally in Karur on September 27. Dhinakaran asserted that Vijay’s delays, crowd mismanagement, and lack of adequate safety measures contributed to the tragedy. Karur Rally Tragedy The Karur rally, organised by Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK),

International

Pakistan Pitches Port Plan to U.S. After Trump Meeting – Report

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2025

Advisers to Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, have reportedly pitched a plan to build and operate a new port on the Arabian Sea according to a report in Financial Times. The proposal was shared with U.S. officials recently, following a high-level meeting involving Munir and President Donald Trump. Strategic Location & Purpose The […]

International

Israel Strikes Gaza Despite Trump’s Halt Demand

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2025

Israel conducted air strikes and artillery shelling in Gaza City and other areas, even after U.S. President Donald Trump urged Israel to immediately stop bombing. Civil defence officials in Gaza reported dozens of attacks and damage to homes despite the call for a ceasefire. Trump Appeals for Pause Trump had called on Israel to suspend […]