Cricket Sports

Shreyas Iyer Seeks Break From Red-Ball Format

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

India batter Shreyas Iyer has formally written to the BCCI asking for a break from red-ball cricket (first-class and Test formats). He cited persistent back stiffness, saying his body cannot cope with playing over the four days typical in longer format matches. Health Concerns Cited Iyer told selectors that he has trouble maintaining fitness for […]

Business

Paytm Unit Joins JioBlackRock to Launch Equity Fund

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

Paytm Money, the investment arm of fintech company Paytm, is teaming up with JioBlackRock to roll out a new active equity fund. It has been named the JioBlackRock Flexi Cap Fund and will be offered through the Paytm Money app. (This merger of interests between Paytm and JioBlackRock is confirmed by multiple reports.) What the […]

International

China Envoy Urges India, Beijing to Reject Tariff Wars

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

China’s Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, urged both nations to stand against tariff wars and trade protectionism. He said economic ties should not be undermined by external pressures. Beyond Boundary Disputes Xu stressed that India and China should not let unresolved border issues or specific disagreements define the broader relationship. He called for cooperation in […]

International

Trump Repeats Claim He Ended India-Pakistan War during UNGA Speech

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

In his address to the United Nations General Assembly, President Donald Trump claimed that he “ended” the India-Pakistan war, while criticizing the UN for producing “empty words.” He questioned the purpose and effectiveness of the global body. Claim Under Scrutiny Trump is not the first to make this claim. Fact-checkers note that although a ceasefire […]

Cricket Sports

Bangladesh Coach Warns: “Every Team Can Beat India”

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

Ahead of their Asia Cup Super Fours match against India, Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons issued a warning: no team should be feared, including India. Simmons said outcomes in cricket are decided on match day, not by reputation. Confidence in Team’s Fitness and Form Simmons praised his squad’s preparation and fitness, particularly for handling back-to-back […]

Law & Order National

SC Orders Probe into 3-Year Delay in Case Listing

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

The Supreme Court has sharply criticized its Registry for failing to list a petition for over three years, despite a direct court order to do so immediately after service of notice. Background of the Case The petition was filed in 2022 by a complainant challenging bail granted by the Madras High Court to a former […]

Business

Prosus Plans $350M Investment in Rapido

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

Prosus, the global investment firm, is set to put around $350 million into Rapido, the bike-taxi and ride-hailing platform, through a mix of fresh capital and secondary share purchases. Reason Behind the Move The investment follows Swiggy’s decision to exit completely from Rapido, selling its ~12% stake to resolve conflict issues since Rapido is entering […]

South India State News

MK Stalin Claims States Bear Half the GST Relief

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin has accused the central government of delaying promised Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate cuts and said that states are bearing 50% of the relief intended for taxpayers. On “Rs 2.5 Lakh Crore” Savings Claim Stalin questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s announcement that Indians will save ₹2.5 lakh […]

South India State News

CM Siddaramaiah Seeks Wipro Help to Ease ORR Traffic

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has written to Wipro founder Azim Premji requesting limited vehicular access through Wipro’s campus along the Outer Ring Road (ORR). The move is aimed at reducing heavy traffic congestion, especially around the Iblur junction during peak hours. Traffic Crisis Commuters along the ORR corridor have long complained about severe jams,

International

U.S. Proposes End to H-1B Lottery; Prioritize High-Wage

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

The U.S. government has unveiled a proposal to scrap the existing lottery system for H-1B visas. Under the plan, visa applications would be weighted in favor of applicants with higher wages and more specialized skills. Why Change It Officials say the change aims to protect American workers by ensuring H-1B visas are used for high-skill, […]