National

India Blocks Pakistan Defence Minister’s X Account After Pahalgam Attack

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

Following the brutal Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 civilian lives, the Indian government has blocked the X (formerly Twitter) account of Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif within Indian territory. The decision is part of a wider crackdown to curb the spread of inflammatory and provocative content deemed harmful to India’s internal security and

International

Canada Elects Mark Carney as PM in Rebuke to Trump’s America

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

In a pivotal federal election held on April 28, 2025, the Liberal Party of Canada, led by Mark Carney, emerged victorious with a narrow mandate, reflecting a strong voter response to rising tensions with the United States under President Donald Trump. The Liberals secured 165 seats in the 343-member House of Commons, enough to form […]

International

US Navy Jet Lost at Sea During Red Sea Operations

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

A United States Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet fighter jet was lost at sea after falling overboard from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman while it was operating in the Red Sea. The incident occurred during a sharp maneuver performed by the carrier to evade an incoming threat. During the maneuver, both the jet and […]

International

Piyush Goyal Meets UK Leaders to Boost Trade Ties

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal held high-level meetings with British business leaders in London, reaffirming India’s commitment to expanding bilateral trade and investment with the United Kingdom. The meetings aimed to deepen commercial engagement across sectors such as fintech, manufacturing, and green technologies. Goyal highlighted India’s

International

Iran Minister Blames Negligence for Deadly Port Blast

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

Iran’s Interior Minister has held negligence and failure to follow safety protocols responsible for the massive explosion at the Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas. The incident, which took place on Saturday, resulted in the death of at least 70 people and left over 1,000 injured. Emergency teams, including firefighters and medical personnel, continue to […]

North India State News

Omar Abdullah: No Statehood Push Amid Pahalgam Tragedy

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

In the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 innocent lives, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has categorically stated that he will not exploit the tragedy to renew demands for statehood. Speaking during a special session of the Union Territory’s Assembly, Abdullah emphasized that moments of national mourning must not be […]

National

India Reviews Cargo Impact from Pakistan Airspace Closure

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

The Indian government is currently assessing the impact of Pakistan’s recent decision to shut its airspace to Indian aircraft, especially in light of the ongoing diplomatic strain after the Pahalgam terror attack. While the move has raised concerns about possible delays in outbound shipments to the Gulf, Europe, and the US, early indications suggest the […]

National

Rahul Gandhi Seeks Special Parliament Session on National Crisis

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to convene a special session of Parliament at the earliest. In his letter, Rahul Gandhi stressed the importance of addressing pressing national concerns through an immediate and all-party dialogue in both Houses. Call for […]

South India State News

Revanth Reddy Awaits Congress Stand on Maoist Policy

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has stated that the state government will not announce its position on engaging with Maoist insurgents until the Congress party finalizes its national policy. Emphasizing the need for a unified and cohesive approach, he said the state cannot act in isolation on such a critical internal security matter. The issue […]

National

J&K Shuts 48 Tourist Spots After Pahalgam Attack​

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2025

Following the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 civilian lives, the Jammu and Kashmir government has taken stringent security measures, including the immediate closure of 48 resorts and tourist destinations across the region. This move comes amid fears of potential follow-up attacks and aims to prevent civilian casualties in the wake of intelligence […]