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India’s Cockiness Exposed: Gambhir and Star Sports Get a Reality Check

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2026

The loss to South Africa was not just a bad day on the field. It felt like a massive reality check for a team that started acting like they had already won. For weeks, the noise around the Indian team was everywhere. We were told this win was a sure thing. But when the game […]

South India State News

Telangana To Take Over Hyderabad Metro Rail

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2026

The Telangana Cabinet has approved a proposal to take over the Hyderabad Metro Rail project from its private concessionaire, L&T Metro Rail Hyderabad Limited. The decision marks a significant shift in the public-private partnership model under which the metro has been operating since its launch. Telangana Cabinet Approves Hyderabad Metro Takeover The state Cabinet

National

Devendra Fadnavis Seeks CBI Probe Into Ajit Pawar Plane Crash

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has sought a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into the recent plane crash involving Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. The request comes amid political debate over the circumstances surrounding the incident. Devendra Fadnavis Seeks CBI Probe Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has formally called for a CBI investigation into

International

Canada PM To Visit India From February 26

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2026

Canada’s Prime Minister is set to visit India from February 26 in a move aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and boosting cooperation across trade, investment and strategic sectors. The visit comes as both countries seek to stabilise ties and expand engagement after a period of diplomatic strain. Canada PM India Visit From February 26 The […]

International

EU Rejects Higher US Tariffs After Court Ruling

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2026

The European Union has said it will not accept any increase in U.S. tariffs following a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down certain duties imposed under emergency powers. EU officials stated that any future trade arrangement must not result in higher tariff burdens on European exports. EU Rejects Increase In US Tariffs European […]

International

India Advises Citizens To Leave Iran

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2026

India has advised its citizens in Iran to leave the country using all available means amid rising regional tensions and security concerns. The advisory was issued by the Ministry of External Affairs as a precautionary measure in view of the evolving situation. India Advisory For Citizens In Iran The Ministry of External Affairs urged Indian […]

International

Bangladesh President Accuses Yunus Of Ouster Plot

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2026

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin has alleged that former interim leader Muhammad Yunus made repeated attempts to remove him from office during the 18-month transitional government period that ended earlier this month. The remarks come days after the Bangladesh Nationalist Party formed a new government following national elections. Bangladesh President Alleges

International

Troops Deployed After El Mencho Death Rumours

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2026

Reports of the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho,” triggered widespread violence across parts of western Mexico, prompting authorities to deploy troops and dismantle road blockades set up by suspected cartel members. Security forces moved quickly to restore order amid arson attacks and clashes. El Mencho Death Rumours Spark Cartel Violence

Business Finance

RBI Says No Systemic Risk In IDFC First Bank Fraud

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2026

IDFC First Bank has disclosed a suspected ₹590 crore fraud linked to government-related accounts, triggering a sharp fall in its share price and prompting an RBI review. The Reserve Bank of India said the incident does not pose a systemic risk to the wider banking sector and is being closely monitored. An independent forensic audit […]

International

US To Halt Illegal Tariffs From February 24

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2026

The United States will stop collecting certain import tariffs from February 24, 2026, after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the duties were imposed without proper legal authority. U.S. Customs and Border Protection confirmed that the affected tariff codes will be deactivated at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on the effective date. US Supreme Court Rules […]