International

US Seizes Large Oil Tanker Off Venezuela

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

The United States has seized a large oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, President Donald Trump confirmed while speaking to the media. The operation was conducted by US federal agencies and maritime units in the Caribbean Sea as part of ongoing enforcement of sanctions against the Nicolás Maduro government. Dramatic Footage Released by Authorities […]

National Politics

Rahul Gandhi Says Home Minister Did Not Answer His Questions

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

Congress leader and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi said Union Home Minister Amit Shah failed to answer key questions raised during the Lok Sabha debate on electoral reforms. Speaking to reporters after the session, Gandhi described Shah’s reply as “completely defensive” and lacking clarity on several issues he had highlighted. Gandhi Lists Unanswered Points Gandhi […]

International

Netanyahu Briefs PM Modi On West Asia Situation

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a phone conversation to review the evolving West Asia situation. Netanyahu briefed Modi on recent regional developments and shared Israel’s assessment of the ongoing tensions. India Reiterates Support for Peace According to official statements, Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to a just and

South India State News

Andhra Pradesh Seeks Lower Interest Rates from Banks

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has instructed senior officials to negotiate with banks and financial institutions to reduce the interest rates being charged on loans taken by the state government. Naidu said lowering borrowing costs is essential for improving the state’s financial stability and easing long-term repayment burdens. Savings Expected

International

Mexico Raises Tariffs on Imports from India and China

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

Mexico’s Congress has approved a new law imposing higher import tariffs on goods originating from countries without free trade agreements, including India, China, South Korea, Thailand and Indonesia. The revised tariff structure will come into effect from January 2026, with duties ranging between 5 percent and 50 percent depending on the product category. Key Products […]

National Politics

Amit Shah Criticises Impeachment Move Against Judge

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has strongly criticised the INDIA bloc’s move to initiate impeachment proceedings against Justice G.R. Swaminathan of the Madras High Court. Over 100 opposition MPs submitted a notice to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, requesting action against the judge. Shah Calls Move “Unprecedented” Speaking in Lok Sabha, Shah said it was […]

International

Trump Unveils New Gold Card Visa Program

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the launch of a new Gold Card visa program, creating a fast-track route to American residency for applicants willing to make a $1 million financial contribution. A $15,000 processing fee and mandatory background checks are also part of the application process. The program is positioned as an alternative to […]

State News West India

Goa Fire: Passports of Luthra Brothers Suspended

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

The passports of Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, co-owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa where a major fire killed 25 people on December 6, have been officially suspended by the Ministry of External Affairs. The suspension follows a request from the Goa Police to restrict the brothers’ international travel while the investigation […]

National Politics

Shashi Tharoor Rejects Savarkar Award

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has declined the “Veer Savarkar International Impact Award 2025”, saying his name was announced without his knowledge or approval. Tharoor said he first came to know of the award when he saw media reports, and later clarified that he had never agreed to accept it. No Consent And No Clarity Tharoor […]

Law & Order National

44 Former Judges Defend CJI In Rohingya Remarks Row

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

A group of 44 retired judges have issued a public statement supporting Chief Justice of India Surya Kant after criticism over his comments during a recent hearing on Rohingya migrants. The judges termed the backlash as a “motivated campaign” and said the remarks were being misrepresented. Judges Call Comments Misunderstood The statement explained that the […]