International

Putin Announces BRICS Investment Platform to Boost Mutual Investments

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

In a significant development during the ongoing BRICS 2024 summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin has introduced the establishment of a BRICS investment platform. This initiative is aimed at bolstering mutual investments between the member nations of BRICS, which include Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. BRICS Investment Platform Launched Putin highlighted

International

Indian PM Modi Offers Mediation to End Russia-Ukraine War

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

During the BRICS 2024 summit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a significant conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, offering India’s help to mediate in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Modi reiterated India’s stance on global peace, stressing that a resolution to the war would not only benefit the countries directly involved but also the global […]

South India State News

Priyanka Gandhi Highlights 35 Years of Campaign Experience at Wayanad Rally

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi, addressing a large crowd in Kalpetta on Wednesday, highlighted her extensive political experience, emphasizing that she began campaigning at the age of 17 for her late father, Rajiv Gandhi. Speaking ahead of the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll nominations, Priyanka shared her journey of over three decades, during which she has […]

Asia International

India to Maintain Investment Curbs on Neighbors Despite China Thaw

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

India will continue to enforce strict investment restrictions on neighboring countries, including China, despite recent diplomatic progress between the two nations. The announcement comes after a recent agreement between India and China aimed at improving patrol protocols along their disputed Himalayan border. While this agreement may pave the way for further discussions

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Shinde-Led Sena Releases First List of 45 Candidates for Maharashtra Polls

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

The Eknath Shinde-led faction of the Shiv Sena on Tuesday released its first list of 45 candidates for the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections. The announcement follows the finalization of the seat-sharing pact between the Mahayuti alliance, which includes the BJP, Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena, and the Ajit Pawar-led faction of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). […]

State News West India

MVA Clinches Seat-Sharing Deal for Maharashtra Elections

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

After weeks of tense negotiations and internal disputes, the Maharashtra Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition has finalized its seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming assembly elections. According to insiders, the Congress party will contest 105 seats, while the Shiv Sena (UBT) has secured 95 seats, and the Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar faction) will fight for 84

International

PM Modi and Iran President Discuss West Asia Conflict at BRICS Summit

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Iran’s President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit, where they discussed regional developments, focusing on the escalating conflict in West Asia. PM Modi expressed deep concern over the widening of the conflict and reiterated India’s call for de-escalation, emphasizing the protection of civilians and

International Middle East

Israel Confirms Killing of Hezbollah Leader Hashem Safieddine in Airstrike

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

The Israeli military on Tuesday confirmed the death of Hashem Safieddine, a senior Hezbollah leader and potential successor to current leader Hassan Nasrallah. Safieddine was killed in an Israeli airstrike three weeks ago in the southern suburbs of Beirut, marking a significant blow to the Iran-backed militant group. Israel’s confirmation follows earlier reports that

Asia International

India, Pakistan Renew Kartarpur Corridor Agreement for 5 Years

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

India and Pakistan have agreed to renew the Kartarpur Corridor agreement for another five years, allowing continued access for Indian pilgrims to visit the Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur in Pakistan. This renewal follows External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s visit to Pakistan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting, though no bilateral talks were

East India State News

Bengal Prepares for Cyclonic Storm, Schools Closed Oct 23-26

By BPN News Desk October 22, 2024

West Bengal is on high alert as a potential severe cyclonic storm approaches the state, prompting Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to announce the closure of schools in nine districts from October 23 to 26 as a precautionary measure. The state administration has ramped up preparations to handle any disaster caused by the storm, with integrated […]