International

Pakistan Urges India to Restore Indus Waters Treaty Functioning

By BPN News Desk July 1, 2025

Pakistan has formally called on India to immediately resume the full and normal implementation of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), stressing that the longstanding agreement remains binding and operational. This demand follows a supplemental ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA), which reaffirmed its authority to adjudicate the Kishenganga-Ratle hydropower

North India State News

Delhi Bans Fuel for 62 Lakh Old Vehicles from July 1

By BPN News Desk July 1, 2025

In a landmark move to combat vehicular pollution, the Delhi government has barred over 62 lakh petrol and diesel vehicles from refuelling at fuel stations starting July 1. The restriction targets vehicles that have surpassed their age limits—petrol vehicles older than 15 years and diesel vehicles older than 10 years—in compliance with orders from the […]

Cricket Sports

England Retain Unchanged XI for Edgbaston Test vs India

By BPN News Desk July 1, 2025

England have named an unchanged playing XI for the second Test against India, set to begin on July 2 at Edgbaston, Birmingham. The decision follows their five-wicket win in the opening Test, giving the hosts a 1–0 advantage in the five-match series. The team management has opted to reward consistency, sticking with the same lineup […]

Business Trade

Jaishankar Hints at Imminent India-US Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk July 1, 2025

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has signalled that an announcement on the much-anticipated India-US trade deal could be made in the coming days. Speaking during an event in New York, Jaishankar remarked, “And I think we’ll have to watch this space for the next few days,” suggesting that both sides are in the final stages […]

Climate Change Environment

IMD Forecasts Above‑Normal July Monsoon: Farmers and Cities on Alert

By BPN News Desk July 1, 2025

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued its July monsoon outlook, forecasting above‑normal rainfall expected to exceed 106% of the long‑period average. This buoyant projection builds on an early and vigorous monsoon onset—nearly nine days ahead of schedule—that has already driven record kharif sowing and brought relief from heatwaves. Monsoon Outlook for July

South India State News

Death Toll Reaches 35 in Telangana Factory Explosion

By BPN News Desk July 1, 2025

A catastrophic blast at the Sigachi Industries chemical plant in Pashamylaram, Telangana, on June 30 has claimed the lives of at least 35 workers, with 17 still missing under rubble. Rescue teams are continuing a race against time amid devastating structural collapse and widespread fear among families awaiting word. Factory Tragedy in Telangana The explosion occurred […]

Business Trade

Trump-Modi Ties Boost Trade Deal Talks

By BPN News Desk July 1, 2025

Amid growing strategic alignment between Washington and New Delhi, the White House has confirmed that a long-anticipated trade agreement between the United States and India is nearing completion. With only days left before a crucial tariff deadline, both countries are said to be finalising the terms of an “early harvest” deal that could reshape bilateral […]

Football Sports

Fluminense Shock Inter Milan in Club World Cup Thriller

By BPN News Desk July 1, 2025

Brazilian giants Fluminense pulled off a dramatic 4-3 victory over Inter Milan to secure their place in the FIFA Club World Cup quarter-finals. In a high-octane contest filled with attacking flair and defensive lapses, Fluminense stunned the Italian powerhouse with a late winner, marking one of the tournament’s biggest upsets. Fluminense Make Their Mark on […]

International

Iran Calls UN to Recognize Israel and US as Aggressors in Middle East Conflict

By BPN News Desk June 30, 2025

Iran has formally called upon the United Nations to declare the United States and Israel as the legitimate initiators of hostilities in the Middle East. Tehran lodged a complaint with the UN Security Council, asserting that recent airstrikes on its military and nuclear sites were unprovoked acts of aggression that violate international law. Iran’s Accusations […]

International

UK, France, Germany Slam Iran Threats to IAEA Chief

By BPN News Desk June 30, 2025

In a strong rebuke to Iran’s hardline rhetoric, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany have jointly condemned threats made against Rafael Grossi, the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), after an Iranian newspaper called for his execution. The three countries reaffirmed their full support for Grossi and the IAEA’s critical mission in […]