International

UK Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Workers in Indian Restaurants

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

In a recent nationwide operation, UK immigration enforcement agencies have intensified their crackdown on illegal workers, with Indian restaurants among the primary targets. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to address unauthorized employment across various sectors. Enforcement Actions in Indian Restaurants Immigration officers have conducted numerous raids on

International

Fatal Collision at Scottsdale Airport Leaves One Dead

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

A tragic accident at Scottsdale Municipal Airport in Arizona claimed one life and left three others injured after a Learjet 35A lost control upon landing and crashed into a parked Gulfstream 200 business jet. Emergency responders rushed to the scene to assist those affected, as authorities launched an investigation into the cause of the collision. […]

International

Trump Issues Ultimatum to Hamas Over Hostage Release

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stern ultimatum to Hamas, demanding the release of all hostages held in Gaza by noon on Saturday. He warned that failure to comply would result in the termination of the ongoing ceasefire and trigger severe consequences. Ceasefire Agreement Under Threat The fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, established […]

Economy National

Chidambaram Criticizes Budget for Favoring Wealthy

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

Former Finance Minister P. Chidambaram has expressed criticism of the recent Union Budget, asserting that it disproportionately favors the wealthiest individuals while offering limited support to the poor. Chidambaram’s Critique of Budget Allocation Chidambaram highlighted that the budget’s provisions extend benefits not only to the underprivileged but also to

National

Census Delay Deprives 14 Crore Indians of Food Security Benefits – Sonia Gandhi

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

In a recent session of the Rajya Sabha, Congress MP Sonia Gandhi expressed concern over the prolonged delay in conducting India’s decennial census, emphasizing that this postponement has resulted in approximately 14 crore eligible citizens being denied their rightful entitlements under the National Food Security Act (NFSA). Impact of Census Delay on Food Security The

Breaking Down The News Opinion

Breaking Down The News: The Reality of GST Evasion in India

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) was introduced in India on July 1, 2017, to replace multiple indirect taxes and create a transparent, efficient system. However, GST evasion remains a major issue, costing the government billions in lost revenue. Fraudsters exploit loopholes through fake invoices, underreported sales, and ITC fraud. This article explains how GST […]

South India State News

Prashant Kishor Meets Actor Vijay Ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

Political strategist Prashant Kishor recently met with actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party president Vijay at the actor’s residence in Chennai’s Neelankarai. The meeting, which lasted approximately two hours, included senior functionaries and advisors of TVK. Vijay, a prominent figure in Tamil cinema, launched the TVK last year and is set to make his

South India State News

Kerala Crime Branch Launches SIT Probe into CSR Fund Scam

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

The Kerala Police Crime Branch has initiated a comprehensive investigation into a widespread Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) fund scam that has defrauded numerous individuals across the state. An 80-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), led by Superintendent of Police MJ Sojan, has been constituted to handle the probe. Formation of the Special Investigation Team

International

Trump Imposes 25% Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Imports

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

In a significant move to bolster domestic industries, President Donald Trump has announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States. This decision marks a departure from previous policies, as it applies universally without exemptions for allied nations. Policy Reversal on Previous Exemptions The new tariffs reverse […]

International

Global Leaders Convene in Paris Ahead of AI Summit

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

On February 10, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Paris to attend a welcome dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace. The dinner served as a prelude to the upcoming Artificial Intelligence (AI) Summit, co-hosted by Modi and Macron. The high-profile event was attended by several global leaders, including U.S. […]