State News West India

PM Modi Criticizes MVA Infighting, Targets Congress in Maharashtra Rally

By BPN News Desk November 8, 2024

With Maharashtra’s state elections around the corner, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a pointed critique of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition and Congress during a rally in Dhule on Friday. Focusing on internal conflicts within the MVA, Modi commented on the alliance’s lack of unity, saying, “There is infighting as to ‘who will sit […]

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Reconsiders AMU Minority Status in Landmark Ruling

By BPN News Desk November 8, 2024

In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India has overruled its 1967 decision that denied Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) the right to claim minority status. With a 4:3 majority, the top court has now referred the question of AMU’s minority institution status to a separate three-judge bench for final determination. The court’s 1967 ruling […]

Cricket Sports

PCB Considers Hybrid Model for Champions Trophy 2025 to Accommodate India

By BPN News Desk November 8, 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly open to a hybrid hosting model for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, allowing for India’s participation by hosting some matches in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). According to a report from the PTI, this arrangement would permit India to play its matches in Dubai or Sharjah if the […]

International

Canada Blocks Australian Outlet Airing Jaishankar Remarks, India Criticizes Censorship

By BPN News Desk November 8, 2024

Bilateral relations between India and Canada have taken a further hit as Canada blocked access to an Australian news outlet, The Australia Today, after it aired a press conference by Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. In the press briefing, held in Canberra alongside Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Jaishankar made pointed remarks on India’s […]

International

Zelenskiy and Trump Hold Talks, Emphasize Continued US-Ukraine Cooperation

By BPN News Desk November 8, 2024

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced on Wednesday that he held a conversation with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump following Trump’s recent election win. The two leaders discussed the importance of maintaining close communication and furthering cooperation between the United States and Ukraine amid ongoing regional challenges. In a post on X, Zelenskiy

International

Israel Signs $5.2B Deal for 25 F-15 Fighter Jets from Boeing

By BPN News Desk November 7, 2024

In a significant boost to its defense capabilities, Israel has signed a $5.2 billion agreement with Boeing to acquire 25 F-15IA fighter jets. Announced by Israel’s defense ministry on Thursday, the deal includes an option to purchase an additional 25 aircraft. The procurement is part of a U.S.-approved aid package, aimed at strengthening Israel’s strategic […]

International

Trudeau Condemns Attack on Brampton Hindu Temple, Calls for Unity

By BPN News Desk November 7, 2024

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has issued a strong statement condemning the recent violence at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton, Ontario. The incident, which took place on November 3, involved attacks on Hindu-Canadian worshippers, with reports suggesting the involvement of individuals linked to pro-Khalistani separatist groups. Speaking in the House of Commons on

International

Jaishankar Sees Trump Victory as Opportunity for India in Supply Chains

By BPN News Desk November 7, 2024

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, speaking to business leaders in Sydney, noted that Donald Trump’s re-election presents an opportunity for India to benefit from the accelerated reordering of global supply chains. He emphasized that this shift could positively impact India’s manufacturing sector, allowing the country to capture investments seeking alternatives

International

Singapore Emerges as India’s Largest Foreign Portfolio Investor

By BPN News Desk November 7, 2024

The Singapore government has solidified its position as India’s largest foreign portfolio investor (FPI), with its sovereign fund’s holdings in the Indian market now standing at approximately Rs 2.69 lakh crore. This valuation surpasses the combined holdings of Norway’s Norges Bank and the US-based Capital Group, according to data from Prime Database for the quarter […]

International

Kamala Harris Concedes Election, Promises to Fight On for Justice

By BPN News Desk November 7, 2024

In a heartfelt concession speech at Howard University, her alma mater, US Vice President Kamala Harris acknowledged her defeat in the presidential election to Donald Trump. Greeted with chants of “Kamala, Kamala!” from her supporters, Harris expressed her acceptance of the results but vowed to keep fighting for the values that fueled her campaign. Harris […]