National Politics

Congress Suspends Amravati MLA Sulbha Khodke for Anti-Party Activities

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2024

In a significant development ahead of the Maharashtra assembly elections, the Congress has suspended Amravati MLA Sulbha Khodke for six years due to alleged “anti-party activities.” The suspension was announced on October 12, signaling a clear stance by the party against internal dissent. Congress Suspends Sulbha Khodke The decision to suspend Khodke follows

Politics

Election Dates for Maharashtra, Jharkhand Expected Soon

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2024

The Election Commission is expected to announce the dates for the upcoming assembly elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand in the coming week, according to a report by The Times of India. Polling is anticipated to take place in the second or third week of November, just after the festive season. Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly Elections […]

Defence

India to Boost Airfield Infrastructure Along China Border

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2024

In response to China’s rapid airfield infrastructure development along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), the Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) are advancing plans to take over three airstrips in Uttarakhand and establish a new one in Himachal Pradesh. The move aims to enhance India’s defense capabilities and counter […]

National

India Ranks 105th in 2024 Global Hunger Index, Faces “Serious” Hunger Levels

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2024

India has been ranked 105th out of 127 countries in the 2024 Global Hunger Index (GHI), with a score of 27.3, indicating a “serious” hunger situation. The report, published by Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe, assesses global hunger, with lower scores representing less hunger. While India has improved from its 2023 ranking of 111th, the current […]

International Middle East

Israel Eyes Iran’s Military, Energy Sites for Retaliation – Report

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2024

U.S. officials believe that Israel is preparing to retaliate against Iran by focusing on military and energy infrastructure targets, according to a report by NBC. The potential Israeli response comes in the wake of Iran’s missile attack on October 1, launched in response to Israel’s military actions in Gaza and Lebanon, as well as the […]

Cricket Sports

India Dominates Bangladesh with 133-Run Victory, Completes Series Sweep

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2024

India 297-6 (Samson 111) beat Bangladesh 164-7 (Hridoy 63) by 133 runs 3rd T20I, India vs Bangladesh, Hyderabad India registered a commanding 133-run victory against Bangladesh in the third T20I at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Saturday, completing a clean sweep in the three-match series. A scintillating century by Sanju Samson and […]

Americas International

Kamala Harris Releases Medical Report, Emphasizes Health in Contrast to Trump

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2024

United States Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has released her medical report, which declares her in “excellent health” and fit for office. This move is seen as a strategic effort to highlight the health and fitness contrast between Harris, 59, and her Republican opponent, Donald Trump, 78, in the upcoming 2024 election. […]

Politics State News West India

NCP Leader Baba Siddique Shot Dead in Mumbai, Two Suspects Detained

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2024

Baba Siddique, a senior leader of the Ajit Pawar faction of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and former Maharashtra minister, was shot dead in Mumbai on October 12. The shooting occurred outside his son Zeeshan Siddique’s MLA office near Colgate Ground in Nirmal Nagar, Bandra. According to reports, two to three rounds were fired, and […]

International Middle East

India Expresses Concern Over Israeli Attacks on UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon

By BPN News Desk October 12, 2024

India has expressed serious concern over repeated Israeli attacks on United Nations peacekeeping personnel, including Indian troops, stationed along the Blue Line separating Lebanon from Israel and the Golan Heights. This concern follows reports of Israeli fire targeting UN positions in southern Lebanon for three consecutive days, including strikes on UNIFIL (United

North India State News

Haryana BJP Government Swearing-In Set for October 17

By BPN News Desk October 12, 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has officially announced that the swearing-in ceremony for the newly elected government in Haryana will take place on October 17 in Panchkula. This follows the party’s success in securing more than a majority in the recently concluded Haryana assembly elections. PM Modi to Attend Haryana Swearing-In Ceremony The BJP’s statement […]