Telecom

SIM Binding Made Mandatory for Messaging Apps

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2025

The Department of Telecommunications has directed all major online messaging platforms to implement SIM binding for user accounts. Under this system, an app will only function when used with the same SIM card that was registered during account creation. Apps to Auto-Logout Web Sessions Every Six Hours The directive also states that web and desktop […]

National

ECI Admits SIR Revision Needs More Time, Says Congress

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2025

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has acknowledged that the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls cannot be completed under the previously planned tight schedule, a position echoed by opposition Indian National Congress (INC). SIR Schedule Revised for Accuracy In a revised notification, the ECI extended the deadline for enumeration and

Economy National

FPIs Pull Out ₹3,765 Crore from Equities in November

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2025

Foreign portfolio investors resumed selling in the Indian equity market in November, withdrawing a net ₹3,765 crore. This marks a reversal from October, when FPIs had infused more than ₹14,000 crore after months of outflows. Global Factors Drive Renewed Selling Analysts attribute the reversal to global risk-off sentiment. Concerns over interest-rate trends in major

International

Seven Blasts in 24 Hours Trigger Panic in Balochistan

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2025

Seven explosions in different parts of Pakistan’s Balochistan province have created widespread fear among residents, according to local officials. The back-to-back incidents occurred within a 24-hour period, though no fatalities have been reported so far. Railway Line Damaged, Security Guards Injured One of the blasts damaged a key railway track near Quetta, disrupting

National

Voter Roll Revision Extended by One Week in 12 States

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2025

The Election Commission of India has extended the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls by seven days across 12 states and Union Territories. The extension gives citizens more time to update their voter details, submit forms, and verify their entries. Draft List to Be Released on December 16 Under the revised schedule, the draft electoral […]

South India State News

Karnataka Congress Leadership Crisis Deepens

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2025

Tensions inside the Karnataka Congress grew sharper on Saturday as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar met over breakfast in Bengaluru. The meeting was held after the party high command asked both leaders to settle differences amid speculation over a possible leadership shift. High Command Steps In In Delhi, Rahul Gandhi […]

International

Pakistan Shifts Terror Launchpads Inland After Sindoor

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2025

Pakistan has moved dozens of terrorist launchpads away from areas close to the International Border after India’s Operation Sindoor, according to senior Border Security Force officials. The operation, conducted earlier this year, targeted cross-border terrorist infrastructure and resulted in significant damage to several sites. BSF Reports Over 70 Launchpads Relocated

Business

Amazon Workers Warn Against “Warp-Speed” AI Rollout

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2025

Over 1,000 employees at Amazon have signed an open letter addressed to CEO Andy Jassy, urging the company to slow down its rapid deployment of artificial intelligence (AI). The signatories — engineers, developers, warehouse staff and others — argue that the “all-costs-justified, warp-speed” push into AI threatens jobs, democratic norms, and the environment. Concerns Over

Cricket Sports

Faf du Plessis Withdraws From IPL 2026 Auction

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2025

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has announced that he will not participate in the IPL 2026 auction, confirming a major shift in his T20 franchise career. The 41-year-old said he is ready to take on a new challenge in the Pakistan Super League next season. Says Move to PSL Is “Not a Goodbye” […]

Business Finance

RBI Says Digital Banking Cannot Be Made Mandatory

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2025

The Reserve Bank of India has clarified that banks cannot force customers to adopt digital banking in order to access other essential services. The clarification comes under the updated digital banking framework, which emphasises customer consent and financial inclusion. Consent Required Before Enrolling Customers According to the RBI, customers must give clear and