Business Finance

GST Rate Reductions Effect from September 22

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that recent GST rate cuts will take effect from 22 September 2025. These cuts are expected to streamline tax slabs and reduce rates across many consumer goods. Economic Impact Projected The government estimates these reforms will inject about ₹2 lakh crore into the Indian economy by increasing cash in the […]

National

PM Modi Highlights “Swadeshi Surge” and PM MITRA Park in Dhar Rally

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

On his 75th birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a large public rally in Bhainsola village, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. He called on Indians to embrace “swadeshi” (made-in-India) products and said “New India” no longer fears threats, including nuclear ones from neighbouring states. Founding of PM MITRA Park Modi laid the foundation stone for India’s […]

Law & Order National

Court Denies Bail to Gaganpreet Kaur in Delhi BMW Case

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

A Delhi court has denied bail to Gaganpreet Kaur, the driver accused in the BMW crash that killed senior Finance Ministry official Navjot Singh. Her judicial custody has been extended until September 27, 2025. Legal Charges & Arguments Kaur faces charges including culpable homicide not amounting to murder, rash driving, and destruction of evidence. Her […]

International

University of California Students & Staff Sue Trump Admin Over Funding Freeze

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Faculty, staff, students and labor unions from the University of California system have sued the Trump administration in federal court. They challenge the freeze on federal research funds, alleging the suspension violates academic freedom and free speech. Funds Frozen The lawsuit cites over $584 million frozen at UCLA due to probes into alleged antisemitism, civil […]

International

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Accuses US Politicians of Open Bribery

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said American politicians openly accept bribes from Israel, contrasting them with Pakistan, which he claimed is being defamed over corruption allegations. He made the remarks in an interview on Geo TV. Comments on Transparency Asif specifically criticised what he called a double standard in how corruption is viewed in Pakistan […]

Law & Order National

Owaisi Warns SC Order May Reward Waqf Encroachments

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi has voiced serious concerns over the Supreme Court’s interim order on the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. While welcoming the stay on some contentious provisions, he warned that the current ruling might lead to encroachers being rewarded and the weakening of waqf protections. Key Provisions Stayed Among the clauses temporarily put on […]

Business Finance

SBI Branch in Karnataka Robbed of Rs 21 Crore Loot

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Three masked gunmen robbed a State Bank of India (SBI) branch in Chadachan, Vijayapura district, Karnataka. The heist occurred on Tuesday evening, when the robbers entered under false pretense, tied up staff, and made off with a large haul of cash and gold. Loot Details Authorities say the robbers escaped with approximately 20 kg of […]

Cricket Sports

Rishabh Pant Walking Again, Eyes Return to India Squad

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has begun walking without crutches after his foot injury. His foot is out of the cast, and he is walking comfortably, according to reports. Rehabilitation Begins Pant is expected to enter the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru for rehabilitation. His training will be monitored closely, especially for movements crucial to […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Don’t Let Dhaka Outflank Delhi: Nicobar is India’s Best Answer to US-China Tug-of-War

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

The United States has made its intentions in Bangladesh increasingly clear. From a C-130J Super Hercules landing in Chittagong to exercises like Tiger Lightning-2025 and Pacific Angel, Washington is building presence in a zone that touches both India and Myanmar. Dhaka, under its interim leadership, is seizing the moment. Saint Martin’s Island — a tiny […]

International

EU to Propose Faster Russian Energy Phase-Out

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU will put forward a proposal to speed up the reduction of Russian fossil fuel imports. The move comes after a call with U.S. President Donald Trump focused on increasing economic pressure on Russia. Original vs. New Timelines The EU had earlier planned to end imports […]