Business

OpenAI Gets Microsoft’s Nod To Become Public Benefit Corp

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

OpenAI has reached a non-binding agreement with Microsoft that lets its for-profit arm convert into a public benefit corporation (PBC). The revised partnership clarifies governance and grants OpenAI more freedom to raise investment. Nonprofit Control And Structure Under the agreement, OpenAI’s nonprofit parent will retain control over the organization’s mission. The change

Business

Infosys Announces Record ₹18,000 Cr Buyback

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

Infosys has approved its largest ever share buyback of ₹18,000 crore, through the tender-offer route. The buyback price is set at ₹1,800 per share. Shares And Equity Impact The company plans to repurchase 10 crore fully paid-up shares, which represent 2.41% of Infosys’s paid-up equity share capital. Share Premium And Market Reaction The buyback price […]

National

Shashi Tharoor Says US Tariffs Cost India Jobs

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has said recent U.S. tariffs imposed under President Donald Trump are hurting India’s economy. He claimed about 1.35 lakh jobs (135,000) have already been lost in Surat’s gems and jewellery sector. Sectors like seafood and general manufacturing are also feeling negative effects. Need To Diversify Exports Tharoor urged India to look […]

International

UN Condemns Strikes On Qatar, Avoiding Naming Israel

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

On September 11, 2025, the UN Security Council issued a statement condemning the airstrikes in Doha, Qatar. The resolution was passed unanimously by all 15 members. The statement did not explicitly name Israel as the perpetrator. Details Of The Attack The strikes targeted Hamas political leaders in Doha, especially in meeting areas used for mediation […]

Business Finance

FMCG Firms Say They Cannot Directly Pass GST Cuts

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

Consumer goods companies say that even though GST rates are being cut, they cannot directly lower prices for consumers. They argue that factors like input costs, packaging, distribution, and existing stock with old pricing make immediate price reductions difficult. Government Expectation The government, including the Finance Ministry and CBIC, has made clear that firms

North India State News

Delhi, Bombay High Courts Evacuated Over Bomb Threats

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

On September 12, 2025, an email threat warning of a bomb in the Judge’s Chamber of Delhi High Court forced all courts to stop, and the building was evacuated. Bomb detection teams were deployed and searches conducted. No explosive devices were found. Similar Threat At Bombay High Court Minutes after the threat in Delhi, the […]

South India State News

Tamil Nadu Signs ₹24,307 Crore MoUs At Hosur, 49,353 Jobs Expected

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

At the TN Rising Investors’ Conclave in Hosur, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced that Tamil Nadu has signed 92 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth ₹24,307 crore. These agreements are projected to create 49,353 jobs. Foundation Stones Laid Four new projects with combined investment of ₹1,210 crore had their foundation stones laid in Hosur. These projects […]

Diseases & Prevention Health

India Orders States To Step Up Dengue & Malaria Control

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

The Indian Health Ministry has issued an advisory directing all states and Union Territories to intensify prevention of dengue and malaria. States are asked to prepare action plans within 20 days. Hospitals must ensure they have sufficient drugs, diagnostics, beds, and keep premises mosquito-free. Focus On Delhi And High-Risk Areas A special review has been […]

International

India Pledges $680M Package To Mauritius

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

India has announced a $680 million economic assistance package for Mauritius. The funds will support key infrastructure, security, health, and maritime projects. Strategic Elements And Chagos Support The package includes redevelopment of Port Louis port and enhanced surveillance of the Chagos Marine Protected Area. Mauritius has backed India’s strategic role in Chagos,

Cricket Sports

Sachin Tendulkar Denies BCCI President Speculation

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

Recent media reports suggested that Sachin Tendulkar might be considered for the next President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), following Roger Binny’s term ending due to age eligibility. Tendulkar’s Management Clears Air Tendulkar’s management company issued a statement saying these rumours are unfounded. The statement clearly said there is no […]