National

Isro Confirms Proba-3 Spacecraft Ready for PSLV Launch

By BPN News Desk November 15, 2024

The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) has confirmed the readiness of the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 spacecraft for integration with India’s PSLV-XL rocket. The two-satellite mission, designed to create an artificial solar eclipse for advanced solar observations, is slated for launch on December 4, 2024, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre,

Defence National

DRDO Successfully Completes Guided Pinaka Weapon System Trials

By BPN News Desk November 15, 2024

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully concluded the flight tests of the Guided Pinaka Weapon System. These tests were conducted across three phases at various field firing ranges to validate Provisional Staff Qualitative Requirements (PSQR). The trials assessed key parameters such as range, accuracy, consistency, and rate of fire in

International

IAEA Chief Visits Iran for Critical Nuclear Talks Amid Rising Israel Tensions

By BPN News Desk November 14, 2024

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief, Rafael Grossi, is set to arrive in Tehran on Wednesday for high-stakes discussions on Iran’s nuclear program, underscoring that options for diplomatic resolution are narrowing. Grossi’s visit comes at a tense time, with Israeli Defense Minister recently warning that Iran’s nuclear sites are “more exposed than

North India State News

Delhi Air Pollution Worsens: AQI Hits ‘Severe’ Level Amid Dense Smog

By BPN News Desk November 14, 2024

Delhi’s air quality reached a critical level on Thursday morning, November 14, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) hitting ‘severe’ levels, reducing visibility across the National Capital Region (NCR). On Wednesday, Delhi recorded the worst AQI in the country, as dense smog engulfed the city, leading residents to wake up to hazardous pollution levels. According

Business Industry

Swiggy Shares Slip After Strong Market Debut, Zomato Rises

By BPN News Desk November 14, 2024

Swiggy shares dipped into red on Thursday after an initial surge in the early trade. This comes just a day after the food delivery giant made an impressive market debut, with shares rising nearly 7% intraday before slipping to Rs 450.25 on the NSE, down 1.26% at 10:30 am. Swiggy’s stock debuted on Wednesday at […]

North India State News

Rajasthan Candidate Arrested Amid Violent Protests in Tonk Bypolls

By BPN News Desk November 14, 2024

Rajasthan Independent candidate Naresh Meena was arrested today following a dramatic series of events in Tonk district, where he allegedly slapped an election official during the bypolls. The arrest, which took place under heightened security, was met with fierce protests from Meena’s supporters, who clashed with police, leading to rioting, stone-pelting, and the

South India State News

Tamil Nadu Doctors Begin Indefinite Strike After Doctor’s Stabbing

By BPN News Desk November 14, 2024

In response to the recent stabbing of a doctor in Chennai, the Tamil Nadu Government Doctors Association (TNGDA) has launched an indefinite strike, calling for stronger security measures and legal action. The incident involved a medical oncologist at the Kalaignar Centenary Multispeciality Hospital, who was attacked by a patient’s son. The Tamil Nadu Resident Doctors

South India State News

Andhra Pradesh Cracks Down on Social Media; 100 Cases Filed, 39 Arrested

By BPN News Desk November 14, 2024

The Andhra Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, has initiated a sweeping crackdown on social media content deemed offensive or potentially divisive. The state has registered 100 police cases, arrested 39 individuals, and issued 67 notices over posts allegedly targeting political leaders and their families. The government claims that some of these

State News West India

Supreme Court Bars Ajit Pawar Camp from Using Sharad Pawar’s Images

By BPN News Desk November 14, 2024

The Supreme Court has directed Ajit Pawar’s faction of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) to avoid using images or videos of party founder Sharad Pawar during the campaign for the upcoming election. This ruling comes after Ajit Pawar’s break from the senior Pawar’s side in July of last year. The court urged Ajit Pawar’s camp […]

North India State News

Chandigarh’s AQI Worsens to 343, Second Worst in India

By BPN News Desk November 14, 2024

Chandigarh’s air quality has plunged drastically, with the city recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 343, placing it as the second most polluted city in India on Tuesday, as reported by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Out of 261 cities evaluated, only Hajipur in Bihar surpassed Chandigarh’s pollution levels, recording an AQI of […]