Op-Eds Opinion

Begone Beggars, Hello Clean Streets: Modi Arrives, Mumbai Transforms

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

Mumbai has witnessed a rare miracle. For once, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) was seen working with a zeal that citizens had long stopped expecting. Streets that were clogged with garbage suddenly became spotless, beggars and hawkers disappeared overnight, and the city’s filth was hidden under carefully placed tarpaulins. The reason was not a newfound […]

Op-Eds Opinion

India’s Ethanol Crisis: Gadkari Must Choose Between Excuses and Execution

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

Recently, petrol pump owners across humid and coastal parts of India — from Tamil Nadu to South Gujarat — raised an unusual but telling demand: they want oil companies to supply non-ethanol blended petrol during the monsoon months. Their reason is simple and technical. Ethanol, being hygroscopic, absorbs moisture from the air, and in heavy […]

Expert Opinions Opinion

Hybrid Cars, Not Just Scooters: Where Ola’s Rare-Earth-Free Motor Could Find Its Place

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

When Ola Electric announced that it had secured certification for its rare-earth-free ferrite motor at the Global Automotive Research Centre (GARC) in Tamil Nadu, the headlines naturally revolved around scooters. After all, Ola’s flagship is the S1 series, and its 7 kW and 11 kW motor variants fit neatly into the two-wheeler and small three-wheeler […]

Law & Order National

Sresan Pharma Owner Arrested in Coldrif Case

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

G. Ranganathan, the owner of Sresan Pharmaceuticals, has been arrested in Chennai over the deaths of children linked to the consumption of Coldrif cough syrup. Authorities confirmed that the arrest followed evidence of toxic contamination in the medicine. Toxic Contamination Found Laboratory tests revealed that Coldrif batches contained diethylene glycol (DEG), a toxic

International

Modi Welcomes Trump-Brokered Gaza Deal

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement brokered by Donald Trump, praising Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership. Modi also expressed hope for the prompt release of hostages and increased humanitarian aid to Gaza. Modi’s Statement In a message posted on X, Modi wrote: “We welcome the agreement […]

National

Taliban FM Arrives in Delhi for Six-Day Visit

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi arrived in New Delhi on October 9 for a six-day trip, becoming the first senior Taliban leader to visit India since the group’s takeover of Afghanistan in 2021. The External Affairs Ministry extended a “warm welcome,” marking a notable shift in India’s engagement strategy. Travel Ban Waiver Granted Muttaqi […]

Law & Order National

FIRs Filed Over Social Media Posts Targeting CJI Gavai

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

Punjab Police have filed multiple FIRs across several districts after receiving complaints about abusive and casteist social media posts aimed at Chief Justice of India B. R. Gavai. The action follows the recent incident where advocate Rakesh Kishore attempted to hurl a shoe at the CJI inside the Supreme Court. Nature of Allegations According to […]

International

Trump Says Nobel Committee Will Likely Snub Him

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has played down his chances of winning the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, saying the committee will “find a reason not to give it to me.” Asked about his prospects, he replied he had “no idea,” but insisted his record on peace deserved recognition. Claim Over Peace Efforts Trump pointed to his […]

International

Netanyahu Welcomes Trump’s Israel Visit

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan to visit Israel in the coming days. The visit is expected to include a historic speech before the Knesset, Israel’s parliament, pending formal arrangements. Trump Confirms Knesset Speech Possibility In an interview, Trump said he was “likely going to Israel soon” and confirmed […]

International

Passenger Dies After Wrong Meal on Qatar Flight

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

An 85-year-old vegetarian passenger, Dr. Asoka Jayaweera, has died after choking on food served aboard a Qatar Airways flight, according to a lawsuit filed by his family. He had reportedly ordered a vegetarian meal but was given a non-vegetarian dish instead. Meal Service Controversy The incident occurred on a flight from Los Angeles to Colombo, […]