Cricket Sports

Jharkhand Clinch Maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Title

By BPN News Desk December 18, 2025

Jharkhand won the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025–26 after a dominant 69-run victory over Haryana in the final, sealing their first title in India’s premier domestic T20 tournament. The final was played at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune and saw Jharkhand deliver a comprehensive all-round performance. Jharkhand Set Up the Match With the […]

International

Saudi Arabia Deports Thousands of Pakistani Nationals

By BPN News Desk December 18, 2025

Saudi Arabia has deported around 24,000 Pakistani nationals in recent months amid concerns over begging and misuse of visas, officials in Pakistan have confirmed. The deportations followed warnings issued to Islamabad about Pakistani citizens allegedly entering the Kingdom and other countries under the guise of legitimate travel before engaging in unauthorised activities.

International

Anti-India Protests in Bangladesh Lead to Visa Centres Closure

By BPN News Desk December 18, 2025

Two Indian visa application centres in Rajshahi and Khulna, Bangladesh have been temporarily closed following protests near Indian diplomatic premises, as authorities cited security concerns for staff and visitors. The move adds to earlier adjustments in visa services in the country and comes amid heightened tensions triggered by public demonstrations in several

East India State News

West Bengal to Rename Job Scheme After Mahatma Gandhi

By BPN News Desk December 18, 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced that the State government will rename its rural employment scheme after Mahatma Gandhi, amid a political row over changes to the Centre’s rural employment framework. The decision was presented as a move to uphold Gandhi’s legacy at a time when the naming and structure of national rural […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Changing the AQI Won’t Change What We Breathe

By BPN News Desk December 18, 2025

India’s air pollution crisis was never a mystery. It was visible, measurable, and deadly. Smog-filled winters, rising asthma cases, emergency room surges, and repeated judicial interventions made one thing clear: the air was toxic, and the state was failing to control it. Faced with this reality, the government had two choices. Fix the problem or […]

Infrastructure National

Over 40 Lakh FASTag Annual Passes Issued Since August

By BPN News Desk December 18, 2025

More than 40 lakh FASTag annual passes have been issued across India since August, reflecting growing adoption of digital tolling solutions on national highways. The update was shared by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, who also reiterated the government’s plan to roll out a fully barrier-free toll collection system by 2026. […]

National

India Streamlines Visa Process for Foreign Professionals

By BPN News Desk December 18, 2025

The Government of India has introduced a simplified and streamlined visa process to help domestic companies bring in foreign professionals, including engineers and technical experts, whose skills are needed for key production and industrial projects across the country. The changes are expected to reduce delays and procedural hurdles that previously affected the entry of

International

India Shuts Two More Visa Centres in Bangladesh

By BPN News Desk December 18, 2025

India has closed two additional visa application centres in Bangladesh, citing a worsening security situation and concerns over the safety of staff and applicants. The centres in Rajshahi and Khulna have been shut temporarily as authorities review conditions on the ground. Security Concerns Behind the Move Indian officials said the decision was taken as a […]

Law & Order National

Supreme Court to Re-Hear Stray Dog Rules Plea in January

By BPN News Desk December 18, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has postponed a hearing on a petition challenging newly framed stray dog rules and indicated it will address broader questions about humane treatment of animals when the case resumes on January 7. The decision came after heated exchanges in court over claims that the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) had […]

Business

TCS Says AI Services Revenue Touches $1.5 Billion

By BPN News Desk December 18, 2025

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has said its artificial intelligence services are now generating about $1.5 billion in annualised revenue, underlining the growing role of AI in the company’s overall business. The disclosure was made by TCS Chief Executive Officer K Krithivasan, marking the first time the company has publicly quantified revenue from its AI portfolio. […]