International

Report Revives Questions Over Mojtaba Khamenei Health

By BPN News Desk April 24, 2026

Reports that Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has been gravely wounded have resurfaced after a New York Times report cited by Indian media, but the broader picture remains contested. Earlier reports had said he was recovering from severe facial and leg injuries sustained in the strike that killed his father, though there has been no […]

International

Jaishankar Says India Africa Ties Show Stability

By BPN News Desk April 24, 2026

India’s ties with Africa send a message of “stability” and “reliability” in a turbulent global environment, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said while launching the theme, logo and website for the fourth India-Africa Forum Summit in New Delhi. He said the partnership has gained greater importance as the world faces complex geopolitical and geo-economic pressures.

Business

Four TCS Staff Held In Fresh Nashik Harassment Case

By BPN News Desk April 24, 2026

Four Tata Consultancy Services employees in Nashik have been arrested in a fresh harassment case, adding to the widening investigation already underway into serious allegations at the company’s BPO unit. Police said the new case includes accusations of sexual harassment and hurting religious sentiments, with the complaint also alleging that the wife of a male […]

South India State News

Tamil Nadu Records Over 84% Polling

By BPN News Desk April 24, 2026

Tamil Nadu recorded more than 84% polling in the 2026 Assembly election, with the turnout being described as the highest ever in the state’s electoral history. The strong participation gave the election added political weight, with long queues, steady turnout through the day and a clear sign of intense voter engagement across the state. Tamil […]

National

India Slams Trump Over ‘Hellhole’ Post

By BPN News Desk April 24, 2026

India has sharply criticised U.S. President Donald Trump after he shared a post on Truth Social containing remarks that described India as a “hellhole” while attacking birthright citizenship in the United States. The episode has triggered diplomatic unease ahead of a planned visit to India by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio next month. Trump […]

Cricket Sports

CSK Sign Akash Madhwal For Injured Ayush Mhatre

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2026

Chennai Super Kings have signed fast bowler Akash Madhwal as the replacement for Ayush Mhatre for the rest of IPL 2026, adding a former Mumbai Indians player to their squad at a crucial stage of the season. The move comes after Mhatre was ruled out with a hamstring injury, dealing another blow to CSK’s already […]

East India State News

Bengal Phase One Turnout Nears 90%

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2026

West Bengal recorded brisk polling in the first phase of the 2026 Assembly election, with voter turnout touching nearly 90% by 5 pm and Dakshin Dinajpur emerging as the district with the highest participation. Long queues were seen at several booths through the day, pointing to strong voter engagement in this opening round of the […]

National

Government Denies Petrol Diesel Price Hike Plan After State Elections

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2026

India’s fuel pricing debate has sharpened after a brokerage estimate suggested petrol and diesel prices may need to rise sharply once current state elections are over, while the central government has flatly denied that any such increase is under consideration. The issue has drawn attention because crude prices have climbed amid West Asia tensions, putting […]

International

Lufthansa Cuts Summer Flights As Fuel Costs Rise

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2026

Lufthansa has reportedly cut about 20,000 flights from its summer schedule as soaring jet fuel costs and wider supply concerns put fresh pressure on European airlines. The move reflects how the West Asia conflict and rising energy prices are now beginning to affect airline operations, not just ticket costs. Lufthansa Summer Flight Cuts Reported The […]

Agriculture National

India Urea Import Price Nearly Doubles

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2026

India is set to import 2.5 million tonnes of urea at sharply higher prices, showing how the West Asia conflict is now pushing up farm input costs ahead of the monsoon sowing season. The purchase is significant because India is the world’s largest urea importer, and the tender comes at a time when supply disruptions […]