National

India Will Not Open Dairy Sector to Free Trade: Goyal

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

India has made it clear that its dairy sector will remain protected and will not be opened up to free trade, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said after India concluded a free trade agreement (FTA) with New Zealand on December 22, 2025. The comment was aimed at calming concerns about sensitive agricultural sectors as […]

International

Saudi Arabia Honours Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

Saudi Arabia has conferred the King Abdulaziz Medal of Excellence on Pakistan’s Army Chief, General Asim Munir, during his official visit to the Kingdom, underscoring close defence and security ties between the two countries. Medal Conferred During Riyadh Visit The award was presented in Riyadh by Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman following approval […]

International

Russian General Killed by Car Bomb in Moscow

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

A senior Russian military commander has been killed in Moscow after a bomb exploded under his car, investigators said. Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov, who led the Operational Training Directorate of the Russian Armed Forces’ General Staff, died of his injuries when the explosive device detonated on a street in the southern part of the city […]

International

Bangladesh Leader Motaleb Shikder Shot in Khulna

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

A senior political leader in Bangladesh was injured after being shot in Khulna on December 22, adding to growing concerns over political violence amid ongoing unrest in the country. Shooting Incident in Khulna Muhammad Motaleb Shikder, a leader of the National Citizen Party, was shot by unidentified attackers in the Sonadanga area of Khulna. He […]

National

Air India Boeing 777 Returns Safely to Delhi After Engine Shutdown

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

An Air India Boeing 777 aircraft safely returned to Delhi after one of its engines was shut down mid-air as a precautionary measure, airline and aviation officials said. The incident occurred shortly after the aircraft departed from Indira Gandhi International Airport, prompting the cockpit crew to follow standard safety procedures and turn back. Engine Issue […]

International

India and New Zealand Conclude Free Trade Agreement

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

India and New Zealand have concluded negotiations on a long-awaited Free Trade Agreement, marking a major step in strengthening economic ties between the two countries. The agreement is expected to significantly expand bilateral trade and investment once it comes into force, following formal signing and domestic approval processes. Key Features of the Trade Deal Under […]

Editorials Opinion

From Tina Dabi Row to Influencer Bureaucracy: When Civil Servants Chase Fame

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

The Barmer incident where students were detained after calling the District Collector a “reel star” should have ended as a minor footnote in local administration. Instead, it has exposed an uncomfortable truth about India’s bureaucracy in 2025. This was not about an insult. It was about power reacting defensively when its carefully curated image was […]

Business

Foxconn Hires 30,000 Workers at New Women-Led Unit

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

Foxconn has hired around 30,000 workers at its new manufacturing unit near Bengaluru, marking one of the fastest workforce expansions in India’s electronics sector. The facility, located in Devanahalli, has been positioned as a women-led unit and is part of the company’s broader push to scale up smartphone manufacturing in India. Rapid Hiring at Bengaluru […]

International

US Intelligence Chief Says Russia Cannot Occupy Ukraine

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

The United States Director of National Intelligence has said Russia does not have the military capability to occupy all of Ukraine, nor does it have the capacity to invade Europe. The remarks come amid ongoing debate in Western capitals over Moscow’s long-term intentions as the war in Ukraine continues. Assessment of Russia’s Military Capacity Tulsi […]

National Politics

Shashi Tharoor Says India Can Persuade, Not Interfere in Bangladesh

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has said that India cannot interfere in Bangladesh’s internal affairs but can use diplomatic channels to persuade Dhaka to protect minorities amid unrest in the neighbouring country. Tharoor’s comments came after reports of violent protests and the lynching of a Hindu youth in Bangladesh sparked concern in India. Comments on Lynching […]