Cricket Sports

Shreyas Iyer Explains Break From Red-Ball Cricket

By BPN News Desk October 24, 2025

India middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer has opened up about his decision to step away from red-ball cricket for the next six months. He said the move comes after noticing a drop in intensity during the longer formats, especially in four-day and Test matches, which affected his overall performance. Intensity and Fitness Concerns Iyer explained that […]

International

Pakistan Navy, Saudi Forces Seize Huge Drug Haul

By BPN News Desk October 24, 2025

A major joint operation by the Pakistan Navy and Saudi Arabia’s security forces has led to the seizure of narcotics worth nearly US $972 million in the Arabian Sea. The effort was praised by the U.S. Central Command as a significant contribution to regional maritime security. Operation Conducted by PNS Yarmook The Pakistani warship PNS […]

International

EU Leaders Show Strong Support for Ukraine

By BPN News Desk October 24, 2025

European Union leaders convened in Brussels and reaffirmed their support for President Volodymyr Zelenskiy as the war with Russia continues. The summit endorsed a plan to provide about €140 billion in financial assistance to Ukraine over the next two years, using frozen Russian assets as a funding base. Zelenskiy Urges Swift Action Ukrainian President Volodymyr […]

Cricket Sports

Smriti Mandhana Hails India’s Semi-Final Entry

By BPN News Desk October 24, 2025

India stormed into the semi-finals of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 with a 53-run win (DLS method) over New Zealand in Navi Mumbai. The victory not only sealed India’s spot among the top four alongside Australia, England and South Africa, but also brought visible relief to vice-captain Smriti Mandhana. Mandhana Calls Qualification a Big […]

Defence National

India Approves ₹79,000 Cr Defence Procurement

By BPN News Desk October 24, 2025

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has cleared defence equipment acquisition proposals worth around ₹79,000 crore to strengthen the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Key Approvals for the Army For the Indian Army, the approvals cover the Nag Missile System (Tracked) Mk II, Ground Based Mobile ELINT Systems (GBMES), and […]

International

Putin Denounces U.S. Sanctions on Russian Oil Majors

By BPN News Desk October 24, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin has sharply criticized the United States for imposing sanctions on Russia’s largest oil producers, Rosneft and Lukoil. He described the move as an “unfriendly act” that will have consequences but insisted that Russia will not bow to foreign pressure. Putin Says Russia Will Not Act Under Pressure Putin declared that “no […]

International

Oil Price Soars After US Sanctions on Russian Crude Producers

By BPN News Desk October 24, 2025

Global oil prices surged significantly after the Donald Trump administration announced new sanctions targeting the two largest Russian oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil. These companies together account for a major portion of Russia’s oil output, raising concern about future supply tightness in global markets. Brent Crude Rises Sharply In the wake of the sanctions, the

Business

Reliance To Realign Russian Oil Imports With India’s Guidelines

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL), India’s largest private refiner, has begun recalibrating its Russian crude oil imports to align with the Government of India’s latest guidelines. The decision follows new U.S. and European sanctions on major Russian oil companies. India’s Role In Russian Oil Trade India has been the biggest buyer of Russian seaborne crude this […]

East India State News

Tejashwi Yadav Named CM Face by INDIA Bloc

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

The INDIA Bloc alliance officially named Tejashwi Yadav, leader of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), as its Chief Ministerial candidate for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. The declaration came during a joint press conference in Patna, which was addressed by senior alliance representatives. Deputy CM Picks Alongside Yadav’s selection, the alliance named Mukesh Sahani, head

International

Russia Condemns EU Sanctions as “Counterproductive”

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

Russia’s Foreign Ministry criticised the latest sanctions package imposed by the European Union (EU), labelling the measures “illegal” and claiming they will hurt Europe more than Russia itself. The ministry also threatened “a painful response” should any attempt be made to seize Russian assets frozen in European financial institutions. Key Issues Cited Moscow argued the