Business Finance

RBI Tightens Bad Loan Rules For Banks

By BPN News Desk April 28, 2026

The Reserve Bank of India has issued final rules for banks to identify and provide for possible loan losses earlier, bringing India’s bad loan framework closer to global regulatory standards. RBI Expected Credit Loss Rules The new framework will require banks to set aside funds for expected credit losses instead of waiting for borrowers to […]

Cricket Sports

Axar Patel Takes Responsibility For DC Defeat

By BPN News Desk April 28, 2026

Axar Patel Takes Responsibility For DC Defeat Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel has accepted responsibility after his team suffered a heavy nine-wicket defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026, leaving DC under pressure after three straight losses. Delhi Capitals Collapse Against RCB Delhi Capitals were bowled out for just 75 in 16.3 overs after […]

National

Rajnath Singh Arrives In Bishkek For SCO Meet

By BPN News Desk April 28, 2026

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has arrived in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Defence Ministers’ Meeting, where regional security, terrorism and defence cooperation are expected to be discussed. Rajnath Singh Leads Indian Delegation Rajnath Singh is leading a high-level Indian delegation at the SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting. The visit

International

Afghanistan Says Pakistan Strikes Kill Seven

By BPN News Desk April 28, 2026

Afghanistan has accused Pakistan of firing mortars and missiles into eastern Kunar province, killing seven people and injuring at least 85 others in the first major violent incident since recent China-mediated peace talks. Pakistan Afghanistan Border Strike Afghan officials said the attack hit Asadabad, the capital of Kunar province, along with nearby civilian areas. The

Op-Eds Opinion

₹510 Crore Seized, Bombs Recovered: What This Says About Governance in Mamata Banerjee’s Bengal

By BPN News Desk April 28, 2026

The 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections have not just been about votes, rallies, and campaign speeches. They have unfolded under the shadow of staggering numbers and deeply troubling visuals. Over ₹510 crore worth of cash, liquor, drugs, and other inducements have been seized before polling could even conclude. Reports of crude bombs being recovered from […]

International

King Charles Meets Trump In US Visit

By BPN News Desk April 28, 2026

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have arrived in the United States for a high-profile state visit aimed at strengthening UK-US relations at a time of political strain between London and Washington. King Charles US Visit Begins In Washington The royal visit began in Washington, where King Charles and Queen Camilla were welcomed by US […]

International

Trump Dinner Shooting Suspect Charged

By BPN News Desk April 28, 2026

A 31-year-old California man has been charged with attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump after allegedly trying to breach security at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner in Washington. Trump Assassination Attempt Charge Filed Federal authorities identified the suspect as Cole Tomas Allen of Torrance, California. Prosecutors said he tried to

North India State News

AAP Threatens Court Move Over MPs

By BPN News Desk April 28, 2026

The Aam Aadmi Party has said it will approach the court if seven of its former Rajya Sabha MPs are not disqualified under the anti-defection law after their merger with the BJP was accepted by the Rajya Sabha Chairman. AAP Seeks Disqualification Of Seven MPs AAP Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh said the party would […]

International

Iran Offers Terms To Reopen Hormuz

By BPN News Desk April 28, 2026

Iran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz if the United States agrees to a set of conditions, but Washington remains cautious as the offer delays talks on Tehran’s nuclear programme. The proposal comes amid efforts to reduce pressure on global oil and gas markets. Iran’s Three Conditions For Hormuz Reopening Iran has said it […]

Business Finance

Paytm Payments Bank To Be Wound Up

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2026

Paytm Payments Bank To Be Wound Up Paytm Payments Bank will be wound up after the Reserve Bank of India cancelled its banking licence, more than two years after the regulator imposed strict business restrictions on the payments bank. RBI Cancels Paytm Payments Bank Licence The RBI cancelled the licence of Paytm Payments Bank under […]