Customs Reform Will Be The Next Big Move – FM Nirmala Sitharaman

By BPN News Desk December 7, 2025

Economy National

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that simplifying customs procedures will be the government’s next major reform initiative. She made the remarks while addressing the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. According to her, customs processes are still complex and need a complete overhaul to

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Aviation Minister Blames IndiGo For Chaos

By BPN News Desk December 7, 2025

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said IndiGo is responsible for the large-scale disruption that affected passengers across the country. He stated that crew mismanagement and poor planning after the introduction of new pilot duty regulations led to the crisis. The minister said the airline had failed to prepare adequately for the changes. Flights Cancelled, […]

National Politics

Shashi Tharoor Calls Putin Banquet “Warm And Engaging”

By BPN News Desk December 7, 2025

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor described the state banquet hosted for Russian President Vladimir Putin at Rashtrapati Bhavan as “warm and engaging”. The event was part of the official programme during Putin’s two-day visit to India and was hosted by President Droupadi Murmu. Congress Questions Guest List While Tharoor attended the banquet, senior Congress leaders including

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Parliament Sees Bill for After-Hours Work Protection

By BPN News Desk December 7, 2025

A new bill introduced in the Right to Disconnect Bill, 2025 could soon give employees in India the legal right to ignore work-related calls and emails after official hours. The bill was tabled in the Lok Sabha on December 6, 2025, by Supriya Sule of the Nationalist Congress Party. What the Bill Proposes Under the […]

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India Positioned As Global Bridge-Builder

By BPN News Desk December 7, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is emerging as a “bridge-builder” at a time when the world is witnessing conflict, uncertainty and fragmentation. Speaking at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, he described India’s role as one of connecting nations, building trust and contributing to global stability. Growth And Trust Amid Global Slowdown Modi highlighted that

National Politics

Delhi Police Notice To DK Shivakumar

By BPN News Desk December 6, 2025

Delhi Police’s Economic Offences Wing issued a notice to Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar in connection with the National Herald case. The notice sought details of financial transactions linked to Young Indian. It asked Shivakumar to either appear before investigators or submit the documents by December 19. The notice was dated November 29. […]

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India-Russia Ties Described As “Steadiest Big Relationship”

By BPN News Desk December 6, 2025

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India’s ties with Russia remain one of the most stable and durable major relationships in the world. Speaking at the HT Leadership Summit, he noted that despite geopolitical changes and external pressures, the India-Russia partnership has remained steady over decades. He described the relationship as “deeply rooted” and resistant

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Government Orders IndiGo To Refund Flyers By December 7

By BPN News Desk December 6, 2025

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has instructed IndiGo to clear all pending refunds for passengers affected by recent flight cancellations by Sunday, December 7. Officials warned that failure to comply could lead to regulatory action. Zero Charges For Rescheduling The government has also directed the airline not to impose any rescheduling or cancellation charges on […]

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We’re Overcautious While Using AI In Judiciary: CJI

By BPN News Desk December 6, 2025

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said the judiciary is intentionally “overcautious” when dealing with artificial intelligence, stressing that technology can assist judges but cannot replace human decision-making. He made the remarks while responding to concerns about unregulated use of AI in courts. AI As A Tool, Not A Decision Maker The Chief Justice stated […]

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Railways Adds Extra Coaches Amid IndiGo Crisis

By BPN News Desk December 6, 2025

Indian Railways has deployed 116 additional coaches on 37 trains to help passengers affected by widespread IndiGo flight cancellations. The move is aimed at easing travel pressure as thousands of flyers turned to trains after being stranded at airports. Extra Capacity Across Busy Routes The extra coaches include sleeper, chair car and AC categories. They […]