South India State News

ED Officer Removed Over Bribery Allegations

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

The Union government has ordered the compulsory retirement of P. Radhakrishnan, a Deputy Director in the Enforcement Directorate (ED), following allegations of bribery and misconduct. The decision was taken after an internal inquiry found merit in complaints about his conduct and was approved by the President of India. Allegations and Inquiry Radhakrishnan, a Malayali

International

Bangladesh Suspends Visa Services in India

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

Bangladesh has temporarily suspended most visa services at its diplomatic missions in India, citing security-related concerns. The decision affects visa processing at the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi and its deputy high commissions in Kolkata and Agartala. Officials said the move is precautionary and will remain in force until the situation is reviewed. Security

South India State News

Supreme Court Revives Andhra Graft Cases

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

The Supreme Court has set aside an earlier order of the Andhra Pradesh High Court that had quashed multiple corruption cases, thereby reviving stalled investigations. The apex court held that serious allegations of corruption should not be terminated at a preliminary stage on procedural grounds without examining the merits of the cases. High Court Order […]

Business

Reliance to Consider Venezuelan Oil Purchases If Permitted

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

Reliance Industries Ltd on Thursday said it would consider purchasing crude oil from Venezuela if sales to non-US buyers are formally allowed under prevailing international regulations. The company clarified that any such decision would be taken strictly within the framework of global sanctions and trade compliance. Awaiting Policy and Regulatory Clarity A spokesperson for

South India State News

Telangana CM to Take Fight Against G-RAM G Bill to Villages

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Thursday announced that the state government and the Congress party will take their opposition to the G-RAM G Bill to the grassroots by holding meetings across villages in Telangana. He said the campaign would aim to educate rural residents about the implications of the proposed legislation and mobilise […]

Op-Eds Opinion

What Was Mamata Banerjee Trying to Protect During the ED Raid?

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2026

The Enforcement Directorate raids at the residence and office of an I-PAC co-founder in Kolkata would normally have passed as another chapter in the ongoing confrontation between the Centre and an opposition-ruled state. What turned this episode into something far more consequential was West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s decision to personally visit the raid […]

National

PM Modi Recalls Somnath Temple Resilience

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the historical resilience of the Somnath temple as the Somnath Swabhiman Parv began in Gujarat. In a message to the nation, he marked the occasion by sharing throwback images from earlier visits to the temple and recalling its enduring significance over the centuries. Eternal Faith Through History Modi noted that […]

Cricket Sports

India Batter Tilak Varma Out of NZ T20Is After Surgery

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2026

Indian middle-order batter Tilak Varma has undergone emergency surgery after suffering an abdominal injury that required immediate medical attention. The 23-year-old was operated on following severe pain he experienced while with his domestic side in Rajkot. Medical assessments indicated the issue needed urgent intervention, and the procedure was completed successfully.

Cricket Sports

Australia Win Fifth Ashes Test to Seal Series 4-1

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2026

Australia wrapped up the 2025-26 Ashes series with a win in the fifth and final Test against England, securing a 4-1 series victory. The match was played at the Sydney Cricket Ground, where Australia successfully chased down a modest fourth-innings target to close out the series on home soil. The result ensured Australia retained the […]

International

Trump Calls for Sharp Increase in US Military Spending

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2026

US President Donald Trump has called for a major increase in American military spending, proposing that the defence budget be raised to around $1.5 trillion. If implemented, this would represent an increase of more than 50 percent compared with current defence outlays, making it the largest military budget in US history. Speaking on the need […]