International

India Refutes Claims of Visa Restrictions on Canadian Sikhs

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2024

The Indian government has dismissed claims of imposing visa restrictions on Canadian Sikhs, terming the allegations as “baseless” and “not true.” Responding to reports circulating in the media, a government official clarified that no specific community is being targeted for visa denials and that the visa application process remains open and fair for

International

Trump Calls for End to Daylight Saving Time, Citing Costs

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2024

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced his plan to end the long-debated practice of daylight saving time (DST), calling it an outdated and “very costly” system that affects the economy and public productivity. Speaking at a recent rally, Trump criticized the biannual clock changes and vowed to prioritize the issue should he regain the […]

North India State News

PM Modi Hails Maha Kumbh 2025 as Symbol of Unity

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has hailed the upcoming Maha Kumbh 2025 as a monumental event that will symbolize the spirit of unity and cultural richness in India. Speaking on Wednesday, PM Modi emphasized the importance of the Maha Kumbh not only as a religious gathering but also as a platform to strengthen national unity and […]

South India State News

Allu Arjun Freed from Hyderabad Prison in Pushpa 2 Case

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2024

Actor Allu Arjun, a prominent star in the Telugu film industry, was released from Hyderabad prison on Wednesday following his involvement in a legal case linked to the screening of his upcoming film, Pushpa: The Rule. The case arose after a tragic incident during the film’s promotional event, which led to the death of a […]

International

Nancy Pelosi Hospitalized After Europe Trip Injury

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2024

Former US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was hospitalized after sustaining an injury during her ongoing trip to Europe. According to reports, the 83-year-old Democratic leader suffered the injury while attending official engagements overseas. Incident Details and Health Update Pelosi’s office confirmed the incident, stating that she was receiving medical care and her condition

International

Zelenskyy Urges Global Action Amid Intense Russian Missile Strikes

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2024

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has issued an urgent appeal for intensified global sanctions against Russia following a surge in missile and drone attacks targeting Ukrainian infrastructure and civilian areas. The strikes, which included 93 missiles and over 200 drones, marked one of the most intense offensives in recent months. Russia’s Escalation Sparks

International

Trump Invites Xi Jinping to Jan 20 Inauguration

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2024

Former US President Donald Trump, set to be inaugurated for his second term on January 20, has extended a formal invitation to Chinese President Xi Jinping. The move comes amid global curiosity about the future of US-China relations, which have been fraught with economic tensions and geopolitical rivalries in recent years. A Diplomatic Gesture Amid […]

International

Amazon Pledges $1M for Trump Inauguration, Bezos Seeks Ties

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2024

Amazon has pledged $1 million to support the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, marking a significant gesture of goodwill as the e-commerce giant seeks to foster stronger ties with the incoming administration. Founder Jeff Bezos, a prominent figure in the corporate world, has expressed his desire to align more closely with the President-elect despite previous

National

RBI Receives Bomb Threat Written in Russian, Investigation Launched

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2024

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) received a chilling bomb threat written in Russian, triggering a security alert and immediate response from law enforcement agencies. The threat warned of blowing up the central bank, prompting authorities to tighten security and launch a thorough investigation. Details of the Threat The alarming message, written in Russian, reached […]

National

Pollution Claims 1.5 Million Lives Annually in India: Study

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2024

A recent study has revealed the devastating toll of air pollution in India, with approximately 1.5 million lives lost annually due to poor air quality. The findings highlight that no individual in India breathes air that meets the World Health Organization (WHO) standards, emphasizing the critical need for urgent measures to tackle the growing environmental […]