Op-Eds Opinion

India’s Army Doesn’t Need Your Caste Census, Rahul

By BPN News Desk November 6, 2025

There’s a fine line between ignorance and arrogance — and Rahul Gandhi has managed to plant both feet firmly on either side. His latest claim that “10% of the population controls the Army” is not just laughably ignorant; it’s dangerously stupid. At a time when India’s soldiers are freezing in Siachen and fighting infiltration in […]

International

Vivek Ramaswamy Urges GOP to Move Beyond Identity Politics

By BPN News Desk November 6, 2025

Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican figure and 2026 Ohio gubernatorial hopeful, responded sharply to the recent election sweep by Democrats in key U.S. races including the victory of Zohran Mamdani in the 2025 mayoral contest in New York City. Ramaswamy acknowledged the losses across New York City, New Jersey and Virginia and described them as a […]

International

12 Dead As UPS Cargo Plane Crashes In Kentucky

By BPN News Desk November 6, 2025

A United Parcel Service (UPS) cargo aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport in Kentucky on November 4, killing at least 12 people and injuring several others. The aircraft, identified as a McDonnell Douglas MD-11F, was on its way to Honolulu when it suffered what investigators describe as a “catastrophic mechanical […]

International

China To Lift Tariffs On US Farm Goods

By BPN News Desk November 6, 2025

Beijing has announced that starting November 10, 2025, it will suspend retaliatory tariffs on a range of American agricultural exports, including corn, wheat, sorghum and chicken. The decision follows a new round of high-level trade discussions between the United States and China aimed at easing tensions that have persisted since the original tariff war. Scope […]

National Politics

Rajnath Singh Accuses Rahul Gandhi of Stirring Anarchy Over Army Remarks

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of attempting to create “anarchy” in India by raising issues of caste and reservation within the armed forces. Singh’s comments came at a rally in Bihar where he criticised Gandhi’s remark that “10 per cent of India controls the Army.” He warned against dragging […]

Business

Porter Lays Off 300–350 Employees Amid Restructuring

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2025

Logistics startup Porter has laid off between 300 and 350 employees as part of an internal restructuring aimed at improving efficiency and streamlining operations. The layoffs reportedly affect teams across multiple departments, including technology, operations, and support functions. The company has not publicly confirmed the exact number of affected employees. Reason

Cricket Sports

New Look Australia Squad for Ashes Opener

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2025

Australia has announced its 15-member squad for the first Test of the Ashes Series 2025‑26 against England, scheduled to begin on 21 November in Perth. The choice reflects a blend of fresh talent and seasoned professionals ahead of a high-stakes summer. Key Inclusions and Exclusions The big surprise is the omission of young opener Sam […]

National

India to Cut Direct Russian Crude Imports from December

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2025

India is set to reduce its direct imports of Russian crude oil from late November and into December, in response to upcoming U.S. sanctions on Russian oil producers Rosneft and Lukoil. According to analysts, Indian refiners who currently handle more than half of the country’s Russian imports are expected to comply with the measures ahead […]

International

Bitcoin Faces Critical Level as China Suspends Tariff on US Goods

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2025

Bitcoin prices hovered near a crucial support level on Wednesday after China announced it would suspend an additional 24% tariff on U.S. goods for one year, maintaining a lower 10% levy. The move, aimed at easing trade tensions, has triggered cautious optimism in global financial markets and offered temporary relief to risk assets. China’s Tariff […]

North India State News

Train Collision Near Bilaspur Leaves 11 Dead

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2025

At least 11 people died and around 20 were injured when a local passenger train collided with a stationary goods train near Bilaspur Junction at approximately 4 p.m. on Tuesday. The crash occurred on the Gevra–Bilaspur section, about 115 km from Raipur. Crash Details Preliminary reports indicate that the passenger train overshot a red signal […]