Op-Eds Opinion

Kerala Nuns’ ‘Stand By Me’ Venture Funds Continuing Franco Mulakkal Battle

By BPN News Desk September 8, 2026

The photographs coming out of St Francis Mission Home at Kuravilangad appear, at first sight, to tell a modest story. Three nuns sit among sewing machines, fabric and clothes, producing nightwear, bags, churidar tops and home furnishings under an initiative called “Stand By Me – Survivors of Gender-Based Violence.” Those three women are Sisters Ranit […]

Cricket Sports

Ashish Nehra Keeps Rohit, Kohli 2027 World Cup Door Open

By BPN News Desk September 8, 2026

Former India pacer Ashish Nehra has refused to rule out Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli playing in the 2027 ODI World Cup, saying form and performance rather than age should ultimately determine whether the two veterans remain part of India’s plans. Nehra Says 2027 World Cup Call Is Too Early Nehra said it was impossible […]

International

Jakarta Airport Reopens After Anak Krakatau Eruption

By BPN News Desk September 8, 2026

Indonesia has reopened Jakarta’s main airport and four other airports after volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau cleared sufficiently for flights to resume, although fresh eruptions on Tuesday have kept authorities on alert for further disruption. Jakarta Airport Reopens as Volcanic Ash Clears Soekarno-Hatta International Airport resumed operations on Tuesday after winds

Climate Change Environment

Chinese Scientists Warn of Rising Himalayan Glacier Risks

By BPN News Desk September 8, 2026

Chinese researchers have linked long-term climate warming to growing instability across Himalayan glaciers, warning that events such as the deadly August 26 ice-rock avalanche on the Nepal-China border could become increasingly dangerous as glaciers retreat and glacial lakes expand. Climate Warming Linked to Glacier Instability Scientists studying the August 26 disaster

Technology Telecom

India Joins US-Led Global Push to Shape 6G

By BPN News Desk September 8, 2026

India has joined the United States and 24 other countries in an international initiative aimed at shaping the development of next-generation 6G networks, strengthening New Delhi’s role in global telecom standards, security and innovation. India Joins Global 6G Cooperation Initiative The announcement followed talks between Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin

North India State News

Unsafe Satya Niketan Building Set for Demolition

By BPN News Desk September 8, 2026

Civic authorities will demolish an unsafe building adjoining the Satya Niketan structure that collapsed in Delhi and killed seven people, after inspections found the neighbouring property had significantly weakened and could pose a further safety risk. Satya Niketan Adjoining Building to Be Demolished Municipal Corporation of Delhi Commissioner Sanjeev Khirwar said the

Defence National

India Clears ₹1.1 Lakh Crore Defence Buys

By BPN News Desk September 8, 2026

India has cleared defence acquisition proposals worth about ₹1.1 lakh crore to strengthen the capabilities of the Army, Navy and Air Force, with nearly 98% of the planned procurement expected to come from Indian industry. DAC Clears ₹1.1 Lakh Crore Defence Procurement The Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, granted Acceptance of […]

International

Eiffel Tower Shuts After Staff Protest Over BAPS Visit

By BPN News Desk September 8, 2026

The Eiffel Tower was temporarily closed on Monday after employees staged a walkout over allegations that female staff were moved away from their posts during a private visit by a delegation linked to the BAPS Hindu organisation. Female Eiffel Tower Staff Allegedly Sidelined The controversy stems from a Saturday visit by around 100 members associated […]

Economy National

RBI Drains Over ₹6 Trillion After Liquidity Surge

By BPN News Desk September 7, 2026

The Reserve Bank of India absorbed more than ₹6 trillion from the banking system on Monday after surplus liquidity surged to a record ₹11.6 trillion, prompting the central bank to intensify efforts to prevent excessive cash from fuelling inflation and financial-market distortions. RBI Withdraws Over ₹6 Trillion From Banks Banks offered ₹3.53 trillion in an […]

North India State News

Rahul Gandhi Attacks BJP Over Delhi Collapse

By BPN News Desk September 7, 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the BJP-led government of avoiding accountability after the deadly Satya Niketan building collapse in Delhi, arguing that repeated civic disasters point to failures in prevention and governance. Rahul Gandhi Questions Delhi ‘Triple-Engine’ Government The Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha said Delhi now has what he called