Cricket Sports

Renaming Pataudi Trophy Sparks Outrage

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

The decision to rename the Pataudi Trophy to the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy has triggered widespread criticism from both cricket legends and fans. Originally introduced in 2007 to mark the 75th anniversary of India’s entry into Test cricket, the Pataudi Trophy was a symbolic tribute to two generations of cricketers — Iftikhar Ali Khan Pataudi and Mansur […]

Cricket Sports

KSCA Secretary, Treasurer Resign After Bengaluru Stampede

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

In the aftermath of the tragic stampede at Bengaluru’s iconic M Chinnaswamy Stadium that left several fans injured and raised serious questions about crowd management, two top office bearers of the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) have stepped down. KSCA Secretary Raghuram Bhat and Treasurer Shavir Tarapore tendered their resignations, holding themselves morally

International

JD Vance Calls Elon Musk’s Trump Feud a “Huge Mistake”

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

In the latest development of a growing political rift, U.S. Vice President JD Vance has strongly criticized Elon Musk’s escalating feud with President Donald Trump. Addressing the controversy, Vance stated that Musk’s recent attacks were a “huge mistake,” attributing them to emotional overreaction and underlying frustration. JD Vance Defends Trump Over Musk’s

Cricket Sports

Ponting Backs Gill’s Appointment Over Bumrah as Test Captain

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has publicly endorsed the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) decision to hand the Test captaincy reins to Shubman Gill, instead of Jasprit Bumrah. Ponting called the move “absolutely spot on,” emphasizing the long-term logic and timing of the decision. Bumrah’s Fitness Makes Him a Risky Choice Jasprit […]

National

India’s Inclusion in G7 Summit Highlights Its Central Role in Global Supply Chains

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

India has been formally invited to participate in the upcoming G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, from June 15 to 17, 2025. The invitation was extended by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, marking a significant recognition of India’s expanding role in global trade and strategic policymaking. India’s Economic Weight Gains Global Recognition Prime Minister Carney

International

Trump Warns Musk: ‘Serious Consequences’ for Backing Democrats

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has delivered a sharp warning to Elon Musk, threatening “very serious consequences” if the Tesla and SpaceX CEO chooses to support Democratic candidates in future elections. The fallout reveals a widening rupture between two dominant figures in politics and business. Rift Over Republican Economic Agenda Tensions escalated after Musk publicly

Cricket Sports

India A vs England Lions: Day 2 Ends with Hosts Trailing by 156 Runs

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

Day 2 of the second Unofficial Test between India A and England Lions in Northampton ended with the hosts reaching 192 for 3 in 46 overs, still trailing India A by 156 runs. Despite interruptions due to poor light, the contest remains delicately poised as both teams head into a crucial third day. India A […]

International

DY Chandrachud Appointed as Appointing Authority in Wintershall-Russia Arbitration

By BPN News Desk June 7, 2025

Former Chief Justice of India, Dr. DY Chandrachud, has been appointed as the appointing authority in the international arbitration between German energy company Wintershall Dea and the Russian Federation. The arbitration is being conducted under the framework of the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT), following Russia’s alleged expropriation of Wintershall’s energy investments in

National

Bhagwat: India’s Freedom a Collective Effort, Not Attributable to One Entity

By BPN News Desk June 7, 2025

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has emphasized that India’s independence was the result of a widespread, collective struggle and not the achievement of any single person or organization. Speaking at a book launch event in Nagpur, Bhagwat reminded the audience that the freedom movement drew strength from countless efforts across the nation, especially after the events […]

International

India Elected to UN ECOSOC for 2026–28 Term

By BPN News Desk June 7, 2025

India has been elected to the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2026. This development reaffirms India’s active role in shaping global development priorities and its consistent engagement with key international institutions. ECOSOC is one of the six main organs of the United Nations and serves as […]