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North India State News

AAP Sweeps Punjab Civic Polls

By BPN News Desk
The Aam Aadmi Party secured a major victory in the Punjab municipal elections, winning the highest number of wards across the state and strengthening its urban political position ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. The Congress finished second, while Independents, Shiromani Akali Dal and BJP followed in the final tally. AAP Dominates Punjab Civic Poll […]
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National

IMD Downgrades 2026 Monsoon Forecast

By BPN News Desk
India is facing the risk of a weak monsoon season after the India Meteorological Department downgraded its rainfall forecast for 2026. The latest outlook projects southwest monsoon rainfall at around 90% of the long-period average, raising concerns over agriculture, food prices and water availability. IMD Monsoon Forecast Downgraded The IMD has revised its earlier monsoon
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International

India-US Trade Deal Nears Final Stage

By BPN News Desk
India and the United States are close to finalising a trade agreement, with US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor saying that only a small portion of work remains. His remarks signal renewed momentum in negotiations aimed at strengthening economic, trade and technology ties between the two countries. India-US Trade Deal Almost Complete Sergio Gor said […]
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Law & Order National

Supreme Court Orders Quick Bail Decisions

By BPN News Desk
  The Supreme Court has directed courts across India to pronounce orders on bail applications either on the same day or by the next day. The direction is aimed at reducing uncertainty for undertrial prisoners and ensuring that questions of personal liberty are decided without unnecessary delay. Supreme Court Bail Order Timeline A bench of […]
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International

Trump Slams Court Over Kennedy Center Ruling

By BPN News Desk
US President Donald Trump has criticised a federal court ruling that blocked moves linked to renaming the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and halting major renovation plans. Trump said no US president had been treated as unfairly by the courts as he had been. Trump Criticises Kennedy Center Ruling Trump attacked US […]
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Defence National

Rajesh Kumar Singh Gets Additional DRDO Charge

By BPN News Desk
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh has been given additional charge as Chairman of the Defence Research and Development Organisation, following the completion of the extended tenure of incumbent DRDO chief Dr Samir V Kamat. The appointment will remain in effect until a regular incumbent is appointed or further orders are issued. Rajesh Kumar Singh Gets […]
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International

Trump Delays Final Decision On Iran Deal

By BPN News Desk
US President Donald Trump has delayed a final decision on a proposed agreement with Iran, even as Tehran rejected several claims made by Washington about the draft deal. The development highlights continuing differences between the two sides over nuclear issues, the Strait of Hormuz and frozen Iranian assets. Trump Iran Deal Decision Delayed Trump said […]
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Cricket Sports

Rishabh Pant Steps Down As LSG Captain

By BPN News Desk
Rishabh Pant has stepped down as captain of Lucknow Super Giants with immediate effect after a poor IPL 2026 campaign in which the franchise finished at the bottom of the table. Rishabh Pant Quits LSG Captaincy Lucknow Super Giants confirmed that Pant requested to be relieved of the captaincy and the management accepted his decision. […]
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International

India, Canada To Avoid Sensitive Trade Issues

By BPN News Desk
India and Canada have agreed to avoid sensitive sectors in their ongoing trade pact negotiations and focus instead on areas where both sides can reach quicker agreement, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said. India Canada CEPA Talks Continue The two countries are negotiating a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, with the third round of talks […]