National

PM Internship Scheme Offers 90,000+ Opportunities: Eligibility and Benefits

By BPN News Desk October 12, 2024

The Prime Minister Internship Scheme has opened the door to more than 90,800 internship opportunities, with 193 companies offering placements across various industries. Major corporations such as Jubilant Foodworks, Maruti Suzuki India, Eicher Motors, Larsen & Toubro Ltd., Muthoot Finance, and Reliance Industries are among those participating. Registrations for the

South India State News

Train Collision in Tamil Nadu Derails Coaches, High-Level Inquiry Launched

By BPN News Desk October 12, 2024

A passenger train collided with a stationary goods train near Kavarapettai in Tamil Nadu on Friday, leading to the derailment of several coaches. The collision has severely disrupted rail services in the region, with 18 trains cancelled and several others diverted as emergency restoration work is underway at the site. High-Level Inquiry Initiated Indian Railways […]

Cricket Sports

India Announces Squad for New Zealand Tests

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2024

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced Team India’s squad for the upcoming three-match Test series against New Zealand, scheduled to start on October 16 in Bengaluru. The squad will be led by Rohit Sharma, while ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been appointed as the vice-captain for the series. Bumrah’s elevation […]

International

India Denies Canadian PM’s Claims on Talks with Modi at ASEAN Summit

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2024

New Delhi: India has firmly dismissed Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s assertion that the “safety of Canadians” was discussed during a brief interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the ASEAN Summit in Laos. According to Indian government sources, the two leaders merely exchanged greetings during their encounter in Vientiane, and no substantive

South India State News

Air India Express Flight Lands Safely in Trichy After Mid-Air Scare

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2024

Tiruchirappalli: An Air India Express flight, AXB 613, heading to Sharjah with 144 passengers on board, experienced a hydraulic failure shortly after taking off from Tiruchirappalli airport in Tamil Nadu on Thursday evening. Despite the mid-air emergency, the aircraft landed safely after being airborne for over two and a half hours. The flight, which departed […]

International

Trudeau Confirms Brief Exchange with PM Modi Amid Strained Canada-India Relations

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2024

Vientiane, Laos: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau confirmed on Friday that he had a brief interaction with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a summit in Laos, highlighting the need to address unresolved issues between the two countries. During a press conference in Laos, Trudeau stated that he discussed the ongoing tensions with Modi, stemming […]

Cricket Sports

IPL 2025: Franchises Seek Clarity from BCCI Over Player Retention Rules

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2024

Mumbai, India: As preparations for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season begin, the ten participating franchises have requested the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to clarify the player retention policies. This comes amid uncertainty regarding retention rules and associated player fees for the upcoming three-year cycle. With the deadline for submitting

Business

Noel Tata Elected as Tata Trusts Chairman After Ratan Tata’s Passing

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2024

Noel Tata, half-brother of the late Ratan Tata, has been unanimously elected as the new chairman of Tata Trusts, according to a report by CNBC-TV18 on Friday. This significant appointment comes after the passing of the legendary industrialist Ratan Tata on October 9, 2024, at the age of 86. Noel Tata has been closely involved […]

Business Industry

JSW Green Mobility to Invest Rs 27,200 Crore in AURIC City Plant

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2024

Aurangabad Industrial City (AURIC) has allotted 636 acres of land to JSW Green Mobility, marking a significant step towards boosting the state’s industrial ecosystem. The plant, set to be established in the Bidkin node, is expected to go into production within the next 12 to 18 months, according to an official statement by Maharashtra Industrial […]

National

Indian Coast Guard Pilot’s Body Recovered After Month-Long Search

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2024

New Delhi: The Indian Coast Guard has confirmed the recovery of Commandant RK Rana’s mortal remains, the pilot in command of an Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) that crashed off the Gujarat coast on September 2, 2024. His body was discovered on October 10 after an extensive month-long search and rescue (SAR) operation. The tragic incident […]