International

Nepal Advances Belt and Road Cooperation with China

By BPN News Desk December 6, 2024

Nepal has formalized a framework agreement with China under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), paving the way for collaborative infrastructure projects after years of stalled progress. The announcement was made during Nepalese Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s four-day visit to Beijing, marking his first foreign trip since assuming office in July. Strengthening Nepal-China

Business

JSW Group to Invest ₹15,000 Crore in Lithium-Ion Battery Plant in Nagpur

By BPN News Desk December 6, 2024

The Maharashtra government has offered 450 acres of land in Nagpur’s additional Butibori industrial estate to the JSW Group for its ambitious lithium-ion battery manufacturing project. With an initial investment of ₹15,000 crore, this project is a cornerstone of Maharashtra’s industrial growth strategy and a significant step toward India’s green energy

International

Sheikh Hasina Accuses Interim Leader Muhammad Yunus of Genocide

By BPN News Desk December 6, 2024

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, in her first public address since stepping down in August, accused interim government leader Muhammad Yunus of genocide and the systematic persecution of minorities. Speaking virtually at a “Bijoy Dibos” (Victory Day) event in New York, Hasina also alleged corruption and power abuse by Yunus, marking a new chapter

National

Railways Offers ₹56,993 Crore Annual Ticket Subsidy, Says Minister

By BPN News Desk December 6, 2024

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw revealed on Wednesday that the Indian Railways provides an annual subsidy of ₹56,993 crore on passenger tickets, offering a substantial 46% rebate across all categories of passengers. This announcement came during the Question Hour in the Lok Sabha, as he addressed queries regarding passenger discounts and rapid rail services. Significant

International

Taiwan to Receive First Batch of M1A2T Abrams Tanks This Month

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2024

Taiwan is poised to receive its initial shipment of M1A2T Abrams main battle tanks from the United States by mid-December, marking a significant enhancement of its defense capabilities. This development comes amid escalating tensions, with China pledging “resolute countermeasures” in response to ongoing U.S. arms sales to Taipei. Delivery Schedule and Training

National

India’s Semiconductor Imports Reach ₹1.71 Lakh Crore in FY23

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2024

India’s semiconductor imports surged to ₹1.71 lakh crore in the fiscal year 2022–23, underscoring the nation’s growing demand for electronic components across various industries. This significant import figure highlights the critical role semiconductors play in India’s technology and manufacturing sectors. Rising Demand for Semiconductors The substantial

National

India Advances Infrastructure with ₹49,000 Crore Tunnel Projects

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2024

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has announced the construction of 75 tunnel projects across India, collectively worth ₹49,000 crore. These projects are part of the government’s efforts to enhance connectivity in remote areas, improve infrastructure, and boost economic growth. Major Tunnel Projects Underway Gadkari revealed that the tunnel

National

India Releases Two Male Cheetahs into Wild on International Cheetah Day

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2024

On December 4, 2024, coinciding with International Cheetah Day, India released two male cheetahs, Agni and Vayu, into the wild at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh’s Sheopur district. This significant event is part of India’s ongoing efforts to reintroduce cheetahs into their natural habitat after their extinction in the country over seven decades ago. […]

Telecom

India Clarifies Satellite Spectrum Allocation Policy Amid Starlink Speculations

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2024

The Indian government has clarified that its decision to administratively allocate satellite spectrum is not designed to facilitate the entry of Elon Musk’s Starlink into the Indian market. This policy aligns with the Telecommunications Act, 2023, which permits spectrum assignment through administrative processes for satellite-based services. Telecommunications Act,

International

French Government Falls After No-Confidence Vote Over Budget Bill

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2024

In a dramatic turn of events, France’s Prime Minister Michel Barnier has been ousted by a no-confidence vote in the National Assembly, marking the shortest tenure for a premier in the country’s Fifth Republic, established in 1958. Barnier, a conservative leader and former EU Brexit negotiator, was forced to resign after only three months in […]