Law & Order National

Supreme Court Stays Aravalli Verdict, Seeks Clarification

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

The Supreme Court has stayed the operation of its recent verdict related to the Aravalli range, observing that certain aspects of the judgment require further clarification before it can be implemented. The court said ambiguity in the earlier directions could lead to unintended consequences and therefore needs reconsideration. The order was passed by a bench […]

International

Pakistan Admits Indian Strike on Nur Khan Airbase

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has acknowledged that Indian forces struck the Nur Khan Airbase near Rawalpindi during the recent military escalation between India and Pakistan. The admission marks a rare public confirmation by a senior Pakistani official of damage to a major military installation during what India described as Operation

National

India Clears New Chenab Hydel Project Amid IWT Pause

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

The central government has cleared another hydropower project on the Chenab river in Jammu and Kashmir, even as the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan remains in a state of suspension. The approval was granted to the Dulhasti Stage-II hydropower project, a run-of-the-river scheme proposed downstream of the existing Dulhasti power station in Kishtwar district. The […]

National

PM Modi Calls for Sustained Vigil Against Maoism

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked chief secretaries of all states and Union territories to ensure that Maoist insurgency does not regain ground in regions where it has been significantly weakened. The directive was issued during a conference of chief secretaries, where the Prime Minister reviewed governance priorities and internal security concerns. Modi underlined

Health

India Nears Malaria Eradication, Amit Shah Says

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said India has recorded a sharp drop in malaria cases and is on track to eliminate the disease soon. Shah made the remarks while speaking at the 100th All-India Medical Conference (IMA NATCON 2025) organised by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. He said […]

International

Trump Claims US Role In Thailand-Cambodia Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

Thailand and Cambodia reached a ceasefire agreement to end recent border clashes after days of heightened tensions along disputed areas. The truce followed diplomatic engagements involving regional partners and international stakeholders, with both sides agreeing to stop hostilities and stabilise the situation on the ground. Officials from both countries said the ceasefire

International

Bangladesh Calls Attacks On Hindus ‘Isolated Acts’

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

Bangladesh’s foreign ministry on Sunday rejected India’s recent statements about attacks on Hindus and other minorities in the country, calling them “inaccurate, exaggerated or motivated narratives” that do not reflect the reality on the ground. Dhaka said isolated criminal incidents should not be portrayed as systematic persecution against religious minorities. India

North India State News

Delhi AQI Turns Severe As Dense Fog Hits Travel

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

Delhi’s air quality slipped into the “severe” category as the Air Quality Index crossed the 400 mark in several parts of the city. Monitoring stations reported hazardous pollution levels, with poor dispersion conditions and winter weather contributing to the sharp deterioration. Authorities said the combination of low wind speed, high moisture and emissions led to […]

International

North Korea Test-Fires Long-Range Cruise Missiles

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

North Korea said it test-fired two long-range strategic cruise missiles as part of a military drill aimed at strengthening its combat readiness. State media reported that leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the launch, which involved missiles flying over waters off the west coast of the Korean Peninsula before hitting designated targets. Focus On Operational Readiness […]

International

Mexico Train Derailment Kills 13, Nearly 100 Injured

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

At least 13 people were killed and 98 others injured after a passenger train derailed in southern Mexico. The accident occurred in the state of Oaxaca when the train was travelling along the Isthmus of Tehuantepec rail corridor. Authorities said several coaches left the tracks, causing severe damage and trapping passengers inside. Emergency Response And […]