Cricket Sports

Ashwin Breaks Silence on IPL Trade Rumours, Seeks Clarity from CSK

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

Veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin addressed swirling trade speculation ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction. Responding on his YouTube show Ash Ki Baat, Ashwin said he has formally requested clarity from Chennai Super Kings (CSK) about his future with the franchise. Franchise Communication Key Ashwin explained that post-season, IPL franchises typically send contract

International

U.S. Designates Balochistan Liberation Army as Terror Group

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

The United States State Department has formally designated the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and its armed wing, the Majeed Brigade, as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs). This move underscores a deepening U.S. commitment to counter-terrorism, particularly as Pakistan boosts its cooperation with American security efforts. Details of the Designation The BLA, a

International

Trump Delays Major Tariff Hike on China by 90 Days

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has extended the tariff truce with China by another 90 days, postponing a planned increase in import duties that was due in mid-August. Current rates—30% for Chinese goods entering the U.S. and 10% for U.S. goods entering China—will remain in place during this period. The move is intended to give negotiators […]

National

Lok Sabha Passes Updated Income Tax Bill to Ease Compliance

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

The Lok Sabha on Tuesday passed the revised Income Tax (No. 2) Bill, 2025, aimed at simplifying the country’s tax system and reducing compliance burdens for individuals and businesses. The bill was approved without debate. Streamlined Tax System and Key Changes Replacing the six-decade-old Income Tax Act of 1961, the updated legislation consolidates provisions into […]

North India State News

Punjab Government Withdraws Land Pooling Policy Amid Strong Backlash

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

The Punjab government has officially withdrawn its controversial Land Pooling Policy 2025, announced earlier this year. The decision came just days after the Punjab and Haryana High Court issued a temporary stay on the scheme, citing legal and procedural shortcomings. The court noted the absence of key elements such as environmental and social impact assessments, […]

South India State News

KN Rajanna Resigns, Cites Conspiracy Behind Dissent

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

Karnataka Cooperation Minister KN Rajanna resigned from the state cabinet on Monday after alleging irregularities in the electoral roll under the Congress-led government. His remarks about “vote chori” happening “right in front of our eyes” drew strong backlash within the party. “Huge Conspiracy” Behind Removal Soon after stepping down, Rajanna claimed there was a “huge

International

Pakistan Army Chief Threatens Jamnagar Refinery

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir has openly named Reliance Industries Ltd’s Jamnagar refinery in Gujarat as a potential target in any future conflict with India. The facility, known as the world’s largest single-site oil refining complex, is a critical part of India’s energy and economic infrastructure. Munir reportedly endorsed a social media post […]

International

US Tariff on India’s Imports Aimed at Hitting Russian Oil Revenue

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

The United States has announced a 50% tariff on Indian imports, targeting India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. The move, combining a 25% reciprocal duty with a 25% surcharge linked to oil imports, is intended to reduce Russia’s earnings from its key energy customer. Washington’s Strategy to Squeeze Moscow President Donald Trump said the tariff […]

North India State News

Animal Rights Groups Challenge Supreme Court Stray Dog Order

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

Animal welfare organisations have strongly opposed the Supreme Court’s directive to remove all stray dogs from the streets of Delhi and nearby cities, including Noida, Gurugram, and Ghaziabad, within eight weeks. The order mandates that the dogs be sterilised, vaccinated, and shifted to shelters without being released back to their original locations. The court’s decision

National Politics

Opposition Leaders, Including Rahul Gandhi, Briefly Detained During Delhi Protest

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

Dozens of opposition lawmakers, including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, were briefly detained during a protest in New Delhi on Monday. The demonstration was organised to oppose a major revision of the electoral roll in Bihar, with opposition parties alleging the move could disenfranchise millions of poor and minority voters. Protest Over Electoral Roll Changes Protesters