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Altman Admits “Screwed Up” GPT-5 Rollout

By BPN News Desk August 16, 2025

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman admitted that the launch of GPT-5 did not go as planned, acknowledging mistakes in both rollout strategy and communication with users. Rollout Missteps and User Backlash Altman said that the sudden removal of earlier models, including GPT-4o, without advance notice triggered strong criticism from users. Many complained that GPT-5 felt less […]

South India State News

ED Raids TN Minister Periyasamy and Son

By BPN News Desk August 16, 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) carried out search operations on Saturday at multiple properties linked to Tamil Nadu Rural Development Minister I. Periyasamy and his son, I. P. Senthilkumar, who is also a DMK MLA. The action was part of an ongoing money-laundering probe under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Scope of the Raids […]

International

Indian Flag Flies Atop Seattle’s Space Needle

By BPN News Desk August 16, 2025

In a historic first, the Indian national flag was hoisted atop Seattle’s iconic Space Needle to mark India’s 79th Independence Day. A Landmark Moment The tricolour was raised at the 605-foot tower for the first time, symbolizing pride for the Indian-American community and reflecting the growing strength of India–US ties. Dignitaries and Cultural Celebrations The […]

Science Space & Astronomy

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Returns for Space Day

By BPN News Desk August 16, 2025

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to visit the International Space Station (ISS), is set to return to India on Sunday, August 17, after completing an 18-day mission followed by rehabilitation in the United States. Emotional Return on the Horizon Shukla shared that he feels both sadness about leaving his team at the ISS […]

International

Trump May Hold Off Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil

By BPN News Desk August 16, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that the United States may not immediately impose secondary tariffs on India for continuing to purchase Russian crude oil, despite recent moves targeting Indian exports. He indicated that such a decision could change in the coming weeks. Trump Says India Is Out as Oil Client Trump remarked that Russia has […]

Cricket Sports

Cricket Great Bob Simpson Dies at 89

By BPN News Desk August 16, 2025

Bob Simpson, the revered former Australia cricketer, captain, and coach, has passed away at the age of 89. A Storied Playing Career Simpson represented Australia in 62 Test matches between 1957 and 1978. He scored 4,869 runs, including 10 centuries, with a highest score of 311. As a leg-spinner, he also claimed 71 wickets and […]

International

Trump May Delay Tariffs on Russian Oil Buyers

By BPN News Desk August 16, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump said he does not currently plan to impose retaliatory tariffs on countries like China for purchasing Russian oil, though he may revisit the issue in “two or three weeks.” The comment followed a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, where Trump described the meeting as positive overall. While […]

North India State News

Omar Abdullah Launches J&K Statehood Signature Drive

By BPN News Desk August 16, 2025

In his Independence Day address at Bakshi Stadium, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced an eight-week signature campaign across the Union Territory. The initiative is aimed at mobilizing public support for restoring full statehood to J&K. Supreme Court Flags Security Concerns The campaign comes after a Supreme Court hearing on August 14, where […]

International

Trump-Putin Alaska Summit Yields No Ukraine Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk August 16, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin met on August 15, 2025, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, for a summit focused on ending the war in Ukraine. No Ceasefire Deal Reached Despite a high-profile and ceremonious welcome—including red-carpet honors—no ceasefire or formal agreement was reached by the end of the talks. […]

International

Hillary Clinton Would Nominate Trump for Nobel If Peace Holds

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has said she would nominate President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize if he successfully negotiates an end to the Ukraine war without Ukraine losing any of its territory. Speaking on a podcast, Clinton stressed that any peace deal must uphold Ukraine’s sovereignty in full and should […]