International

China Rejects US Report, Says Ready to Build Trust With India

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

China has rejected a recent United States defence report that suggested Beijing was using improved border conditions with India to weaken New Delhi’s ties with Washington. Chinese officials described the report as misleading and accused the US of attempting to sow discord between regional partners. Willingness to Improve India Relations Responding to questions on the […]

Technology

Sam Altman Says High AI Salaries Will Come Later

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman has said that extremely high salaries linked to artificial intelligence will emerge only after the technology causes significant disruption to existing jobs and industries. Speaking about the long-term impact of AI on the workforce, Altman cautioned that the transition phase could be difficult, with many current roles changing or

Business Trade

India Likely to Miss $1 Trillion Export Target in FY26

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

India is increasingly likely to fall short of its ambitious USD 1 trillion export target for the fiscal year 2025–26, according to trade analysts. The shortfall is attributed to weak global demand, a slowdown in international trade and rising protectionist measures that have weighed on shipment growth. Merchandise Exports Under Pressure Merchandise export growth has […]

International

Former Imran Khan Aide Shahzad Akbar Assaulted in UK

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

Former Pakistani minister and close aide of ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan, Shahzad Akbar, was assaulted outside his residence in the United Kingdom, leaving him with serious facial injuries. Akbar sustained fractures to his nose and jaw and was hospitalised following the attack, according to people familiar with the incident. Incident Near Residence Under Investigation The

National

India Grants Initial Approval to Two New Airlines

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

India has granted initial approval to two new airlines, alHind Air and FlyExpress, allowing them to move ahead with preparations to begin commercial operations. The clearances were issued in the form of No Objection Certificates, enabling the carriers to proceed with regulatory requirements such as securing Air Operator Certificates and finalising fleet and route plans.

North India State News

Delhi Sees Temporary Relief as Air Quality Improves

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

Delhi witnessed a brief improvement in air quality on Thursday, with the overall Air Quality Index recorded at around 220, placing it in the ‘poor’ category. This marked a notable respite from the severe pollution levels seen earlier in the week, when AQI readings in several parts of the city had crossed the severe threshold. […]

International

China Grants Rare Earth Magnet Licences to Indian Firms

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

China has issued export licences for rare earth magnets to a few additional Indian companies, offering partial relief to manufacturers affected by earlier supply restrictions. The move follows tighter controls imposed by Beijing earlier this year on the export of rare earth magnets, which are critical inputs for several high-technology industries. Indian Companies Receive

Government Policies National

India to Roll Out New Income Tax Act from April 1

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

India is set to implement a revamped direct tax framework with the new Income Tax Act scheduled to come into force from April 1, marking the beginning of the 2026–27 financial year. The legislation will replace the existing Income-tax Act of 1961 and is aimed at simplifying tax compliance, modernising language, and reducing disputes between […]

Cricket Sports

Jaipur POCSO Court Rejects Yash Dayal Bail Plea

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

A special POCSO court in Jaipur has rejected the anticipatory bail application of Indian cricketer Yash Dayal in connection with an alleged sexual assault case involving a minor. The court cited the seriousness of the allegations and the ongoing nature of the investigation while declining relief to the accused. Allegations and Case Details According to […]

International

India Condemns Demolition of Hindu Deity Statue

By BPN News Desk December 25, 2025

India has strongly condemned the demolition of a Hindu deity statue in a disputed border area between Thailand and Cambodia, saying the act was disrespectful and hurt the religious sentiments of followers around the world. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs described the incident as deeply insensitive, calling on all sides to respect cultural and […]