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Marathi, Bengali Among 5 New Indian Classical Languages

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2024

In a landmark decision, the Union government on Thursday granted classical language status to five more Indian languages: Marathi, Bengali, Pali, Prakrit, and Assamese. This move, announced by Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, raises the number of classical Indian languages to 11, adding to the existing Tamil, Sanskrit, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and

North India State News

Kejriwal and Sisodia Move to Rajya Sabha MPs’ Residences After Vacating Official Bungalows

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2024

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his ex-deputy Manish Sisodia have moved into the residences of Rajya Sabha MPs in Lutyens’ Delhi after vacating their official bungalows. The shift comes after both leaders stepped down from their respective posts and faced legal challenges, leading to the relinquishment of their previous ministerial accommodations.

Business Finance

Supreme Court Validates 90,000 Income Tax Notices, Settles Major Dispute

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2024

In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court has validated approximately 90,000 income tax reassessment notices, ending a prolonged legal dispute over the applicability of amendments to the Income Tax Act. The ruling, delivered on Thursday, clarified that the amended provisions introduced by the Taxation and Other Laws (Relaxation & Amendment of Certain Provisions) Act

Entertainment Regional Cinema

Venom 3 Set to Break Box Office Records for Sony’s Spider-Man Spin-Offs

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2024

The highly anticipated Venom 3, starring Tom Hardy as Eddie Brock, is poised to set a new benchmark at the box office. Early forecasts predict that Venom: The Last Dance could achieve the highest opening weekend earnings among all of Sony’s Spider-Man spin-off films, with projections ranging from $80 million to $120 million domestically, according […]

South India State News

Supreme Court Halts Madras HC Probe Against Sadhguru’s Isha Foundation

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2024

In a significant relief for spiritual leader Sadhguru, the Supreme Court today stayed a Madras High Court order directing Tamil Nadu police to investigate cases filed against his Isha Foundation. The top court has now taken over the case and instructed the state police to submit a status report, pausing any further action as per […]

Cricket Sports

Ireland Lose to South Africa by 139 Runs in ODI Opener

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2024

South Africa 271 for 9 (Rickelton 91) beat Ireland 132 (Williams 4-32) by 139 runs Ireland suffered a heavy defeat against South Africa in the first One Day International (ODI) of the three-match series, losing by 139 runs in Abu Dhabi. Despite a promising start from South Africa, early setbacks put them in trouble before […]

Defence National

Indian Army Receives First Domestically Built Sub-Machine Gun

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2024

The Indian Army has taken delivery of the country’s first indigenously developed sub-machine guns, ASMI. Designed, developed, and manufactured within a short span of three years, ASMI stands as a major milestone in India’s journey towards self-reliance in defence production. ASMI Outperforms International Competitors ASMI, short for “Asmita,” meaning pride in

North India State News

UP Firecracker Factory Blast Death Toll Rises to 5, Probe Ordered

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2024

The death toll from the explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in a village in Uttar Pradesh has risen to five after two more victims succumbed to their injuries on Thursday. The incident occurred on Wednesday in the Sirauli Police Station area, causing widespread damage and leading to disciplinary action against local police officials. Explosion […]

Business Industry

Safran Group to Establish First Overseas Defence Electronics Unit in India

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2024

In a significant move reflecting the deepening strategic relationship between India and France, French defence giant Safran Group has indicated its intent to establish its first Defence Electronics unit outside France in India. This development was discussed during a two-day strategic dialogue between India’s National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval and top French

South India State News

Ladakh Activist Sonam Wangchuk Released After 36 Hours

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2024

Ladakh climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who was detained for nearly 36 hours as his ‘Delhi Chalo Padyatra’ approached the national capital, has been released. The Union Home Ministry has assured Wangchuk of a meeting with either Prime Minister Narendra Modi or President Droupadi Murmu soon to discuss the concerns of Ladakh and its people. Detention […]