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International

US-Iran Deal Has Makings, Says Bessent

By BPN News Desk
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said Washington and Tehran may have the “makings of a deal” to wind down the conflict, though he made it clear that any agreement would depend on President Donald Trump’s final approval. Bessent Says US-Iran Talks Show Progress Bessent said the Trump administration had achieved what previous administrations could […]
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North India State News

Six Labourers Killed In UP Bridge Collapse

By BPN News Desk
Six labourers were killed and several others were injured after a portion of an under-construction bridge collapsed in Uttar Pradesh’s Hamirpur district during a severe storm on Friday. UP Bridge Collapse Kills Labourers The accident took place when a section of the bridge structure gave way, trapping workers under debris. Initial reports said the collapse […]
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Education

IAF Likely To Transport NEET-UG Papers

By BPN News Desk
The Centre is considering using the Indian Air Force to transport NEET-UG retest question papers as part of a tighter security plan following concerns over paper leaks and examination integrity. IAF May Handle NEET-UG Paper Transport Government officials are exploring whether Indian Air Force aircraft can be used to move NEET-UG question papers securely across […]
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International

Netanyahu Orders Army To Control 70% Of Gaza

By BPN News Desk
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said he has directed the military to expand its control over the Gaza Strip to 70%, marking a major escalation in the territory despite an existing ceasefire framework. Netanyahu Gaza Control Directive Speaking at a conference in an occupied West Bank settlement on Thursday, Netanyahu said Israel currently controls […]
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South India State News

Siddaramaiah Rejects Rajya Sabha Offer

By BPN News Desk
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has reportedly declined the Congress high command’s offer of a Rajya Sabha seat and a national political role, saying he has no interest in moving to Delhi politics. Siddaramaiah Declines National Politics Role Siddaramaiah is said to have informed the Congress leadership that he wants to remain active in Karnataka politics […]
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Education

Dharmendra Pradhan Takes Responsibility For CBSE OSM Row

By BPN News Desk
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has accepted responsibility for discrepancies linked to CBSE’s On-Screen Marking system and assured students that corrective steps are being taken to resolve complaints over the Class 12 evaluation process. CBSE OSM Discrepancy Sparks Student Concern The controversy began after students raised complaints about blurred scanned
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International

Europe Heatwave Shows Climate Crisis Risk

By BPN News Desk
A record-breaking early heatwave across western Europe has triggered fresh warnings from the United Nations, with UN climate chief Simon Stiell calling the extreme heat a “brutal reminder” of the growing impact of the climate crisis. Europe Heatwave Breaks May Records Several parts of Europe have recorded unusually high temperatures for May, with the UK […]
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International

Iran Condemns US Strikes On Bandar Abbas

By BPN News Desk
Iran has condemned fresh US strikes near Bandar Abbas and criticised President Donald Trump’s warning against Oman, as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz continued to rise amid the ongoing conflict. Iran Condemns Bandar Abbas Strikes Iran’s Foreign Ministry said the latest US action near Bandar Abbas was an act of aggression and a violation […]