National

IndiGo to Pay Over ₹500 Crore to Affected Passengers

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2025

IndiGo has announced that it will pay more than ₹500 crore to passengers who were severely affected by widespread flight disruptions earlier this year. The airline said the compensation includes refunds, alternative flight arrangements, hotel stays, meals, and other customer care measures provided during the crisis period. Background of the Disruptions The disruptions

International

Iran Seizes Foreign Tanker in Gulf of Oman

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2025

Iran has seized a foreign-flagged tanker in the Gulf of Oman, alleging that the vessel was carrying around six million litres of smuggled diesel fuel. Iranian authorities said the interception was part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal fuel trafficking in regional waters. Details of the Seizure According to Iranian officials, the tanker was stopped […]

International

Russian Central Bank Sues Euroclear Over Frozen Assets

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2025

Russia’s central bank has filed a lawsuit against Belgium-based financial services firm Euroclear, challenging the freezing of Russian state assets as the European Union moves ahead with plans to use proceeds from those assets to support Ukraine. The legal action marks a significant escalation in Moscow’s pushback against Western sanctions imposed after the Ukraine

International

US States Challenge H-1B Visa Fee Hike in Court

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2025

A group of 20 US states has filed a lawsuit against the Donald Trump administration over a steep increase in H-1B visa fees, arguing that the move will hurt American businesses and undermine the country’s ability to attract skilled foreign talent. The states have described the fee hike as excessive and unlawful, saying it goes […]

Business Finance

PF Contribution on Wages Above ₹15,000 Remains Voluntary

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2025

The Labour Ministry has clarified that provident fund contributions on wages exceeding ₹15,000 per month will continue to be voluntary and are not mandatory under existing or proposed labour regulations. The clarification was issued amid concerns among salaried employees that changes in labour laws could lead to higher compulsory PF deductions and reduced take-home pay.

North India State News

Delhi to Implement School Fee Regulation Act Soon

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2025

The Delhi government is set to implement the Delhi School Education (Transparency in Fixation and Regulation of Fees) Act in the coming months, aiming to regulate fees charged by private unaided schools and curb arbitrary hikes. Officials said the law, which was passed earlier this year, will soon be operational after the finalisation of rules […]

State News West India

Goa Police Say Birch Club Operated Without Valid Licences

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2025

Goa Police have stated that the nightclub Birch by Romeo Lane in North Goa was operating without valid licences and mandatory approvals for nearly 18 months before a deadly fire incident brought it under scrutiny. Investigators said key permissions required to run the establishment had either expired or were never obtained during this period. Findings […]

International

Cambodia Accuses Thailand of Fresh Airstrikes

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2025

Cambodia has accused Thailand of carrying out fresh airstrikes along their shared border despite calls for restraint following an appeal by US President Donald Trump. The Cambodian government said Thai fighter jets struck areas inside Cambodian territory, escalating tensions between the two Southeast Asian neighbours. Claims After Truce Appeal The allegations came hours

International

US Lawmakers Seek to Roll Back Trump’s India Tariffs

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2025

A group of US lawmakers has introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives seeking to end tariffs imposed on Indian goods under President Donald Trump’s administration. The move reflects growing concern within the US Congress that the duties are increasing costs for American consumers and businesses while straining trade ties with India. Details of […]

North India State News

Delhi Smog Deepens as Air Quality Nears Severe Levels

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2025

Delhi and parts of the National Capital Region witnessed a sharp deterioration in air quality as dense smog blanketed the city, pushing pollution levels close to the severe category. The worsening conditions were recorded amid cold winter temperatures and low wind speeds, which prevented the dispersion of pollutants and led to a visible haze across […]