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Rafael Nadal Announces Retirement, To Play Final Event at Davis Cup

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has announced his retirement from professional tennis, marking the end of an illustrious career spanning over two decades. The 38-year-old Spaniard, who clinched 22 Grand Slam titles, including a record 14 French Open championships, revealed that his final professional appearance will be at the Davis Cup next month in Malaga, representing […]

North India Politics State News

National Conference Secures Majority in J&K with Support of Independent MLAs

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

Srinagar: The National Conference (NC), led by Omar Abdullah, has secured a majority in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly after receiving the support of four Independent MLAs, reducing its reliance on alliance partner Congress. With this move, the NC now commands 46 seats in the 90-member Assembly, surpassing the majority mark without needing Congress’s […]

Americas International

Hurricane Milton Makes Landfall in Florida With Severe Storm Surge

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

Florida’s western coast was battered by Hurricane Milton late Wednesday as the powerful Category 3 storm made landfall near Siesta Key, bringing extreme winds, life-threatening rain, and dangerous storm surge. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) warned of severe damage across the region as the storm raged through the state. The NHC reported that Hurricane Milton,

Asia International

ASEAN Summits Begin in Laos, Focus on Regional Connectivity and Stability

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

The 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits kicked off in Vientiane, Laos, on Wednesday, emphasizing stronger regional cooperation under the theme “ASEAN: Enhancing Connectivity and Resilience.” The summits aim to promote sustainable development and address pressing regional challenges through multilateral cooperation. Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith, speaking at the

South India State News

Samsung Workers Reject Wage Settlement, Demand Union Recognition

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

Workers at Samsung Electronics’ factory in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu, have rejected the company’s settlement offer over wage hikes, citing non-recognition of their newly formed union. The protest, which intensified on October 9, led to the detention of several union leaders and demonstrators. The settlement dispute escalated when workers, backed by the Centre of

Business Industry

JSW Infra Secures ₹4,259 Cr Murbe Port Project in Maharashtra

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

JSW Infrastructure Limited (JSW Infra), a leading private port operator in India, has been awarded the contract to develop, operate, manage, and maintain a new all-weather multipurpose port in Murbe village, Palghar district, Maharashtra. The Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB) issued a Letter of Intent (LoI) to the company, according to a filing made by JSW […]

Business Industry

India to Pass New Law for Offshore Oil Exploration Boost

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

India is set to pass a new law in the upcoming parliament session aimed at encouraging investments in offshore oil exploration, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced on Tuesday. The proposed law will replace the existing Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Act of 1948, modernizing the legal framework for the country’s oil […]

Defence National

India Approves ₹80,000 Crore Defence Deal with US for Drones and Submarines

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

The Indian government has approved a massive ₹80,000 crore defence deal with the United States, aimed at significantly boosting the country’s military capabilities. The deal includes the procurement of 31 MQ-9B Predator drones and the development of two nuclear-powered conventional strike submarines (SSNs), which will be built indigenously in India. The Cabinet Committee

National

Tata Sons Chairman Emeritus Ratan Tata Passes Away at 86

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

Ratan Naval Tata, the esteemed industrialist and Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, passed away late Wednesday at the age of 86. He had been undergoing treatment for a prolonged illness at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital. His demise marks the end of an era for the Indian corporate world and leaves a void in the hearts […]

National

Ratan Tata Dies at 86; Industry and Nation Mourn the Loss of a Visionary Leader

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, passed away at the age of 86, marking the end of an era for one of India’s most influential conglomerates. His death was announced by N Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons, in a statement released late Wednesday. Mr. Tata’s demise comes just days after he dismissed rumors about […]