Agriculture National

Cabinet Approves ₹11,440 Crore Pulses Mission

By BPN News Desk October 2, 2025

The Union Cabinet has approved a six-year scheme named Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses, running from 2025-26 to 2030-31, with a total budget of ₹11,440 crore. Goal of the Mission The mission aims to raise India’s pulse production to 350 lakh tonnes by 2030-31, reduce dependence on imports, and strengthen food security. Key Features The […]

Cricket Sports

Shahid Afridi Demands Naqvi Quit PCB Role

By BPN News Desk October 2, 2025

Former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi has publicly urged Mohsin Naqvi to resign as PCB chairman, saying Naqvi admitted he has little knowledge of cricket. Afridi also suggested that Naqvi should choose between his political role and cricket administration responsibilities. Context and Controversy The demand comes after the 2025 Asia Cup final, where India defeated

International

Putin Likely to Visit India in Early December

By BPN News Desk October 2, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to travel to India on December 5–6, 2025, for talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to sources familiar with the matter. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has confirmed his own visit to India ahead of Putin, indicating preparations for the summit are underway. Details and Significance While no […]

Law & Order National

Wife Urges Release of Sonam Wangchuk, Claims No Access to Medicine

By BPN News Desk October 2, 2025

Gitanjali Angmo, wife of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, has written to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting her husband’s “unconditional release”. She alleged that she has had no contact with him since his detention and is unaware of his current health condition. In her letter, she claimed Wangchuk was detained without being […]

Cricket Sports

Naqvi Asks India to Collect Asia Cup Trophy in Dubai

By BPN News Desk October 2, 2025

Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President and Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that India’s cricket team may collect the Asia Cup 2025 trophy in person from the ACC’s office in Dubai. He made this statement amid ongoing controversy over India’s refusal to accept the trophy from him during the post-match ceremony. Background of the […]

International

India to Host UN Peacekeepers Conclave in New Delhi

By BPN News Desk October 1, 2025

India will host the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries (UNTCC) Chiefs’ Conclave in New Delhi from October 14 to 16, 2025. Over 30 countries that provide troops to UN missions are expected to participate in the three-day event. Pakistan and China Excluded Significantly, Pakistan and China have not been invited to the conclave, while neighbours […]

Government Policies National

Cabinet Clears 3% DA Hike from July

By BPN News Desk October 1, 2025

The Union Cabinet has approved an additional 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners, effective July 1, 2025. This raises the DA/DR rate from 55% to 58% of basic pay or pension. Who Will Benefit The hike will benefit about 49.19 lakh central government workers and […]

International

Shehbaz Sharif Backs Trump’s Gaza Plan, Sparks Backlash

By BPN News Desk October 1, 2025

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed support for former U.S. President Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace proposal, saying it could help bring lasting peace through a two-state solution. His endorsement triggered strong backlash within Pakistan, where many viewed it as a departure from Islamabad’s traditional stance on Palestine. Shortly after Sharif’s

International

US Lawmakers Push Major H-1B, L-1 Visa Changes

By BPN News Desk October 1, 2025

Three U.S. senators have introduced bills to tighten rules for the H-1B and L-1 visa programs, citing misuse by companies and institutions. Senators Chuck Grassley and Dick Durbin proposed raising wage standards, mandating public job postings, and narrowing eligibility. Separately, Tom Cotton introduced legislation to end exemptions that allow universities and non-profits

International

US Government Shuts Down Over Funding Deadlock

By BPN News Desk October 1, 2025

The U.S. federal government entered a partial shutdown at 12:01 a.m. EDT on October 1, 2025, after Congress failed to pass legislation to keep operations funded. The impasse stemmed from disagreements over health subsidies, Medicaid cuts, and overall federal spending. How Shutdown Happened Both rival proposals—from Republicans and Democrats—were rejected in the Senate on