International

Putin, Netanyahu Discuss Gaza Plan and Iran

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a phone call to discuss the progress of Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan and the future of Iran’s nuclear programme. Focus on Gaza Peace Proposal The two leaders exchanged views on the 20-point plan put forward by Trump, which calls for a ceasefire, hostage […]

National

EAM Jaishankar Warns of Tariff Volatility

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2025

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar cautioned on Monday that global trade “calculations are being overturned” by rampant tariff volatility, pointing specifically to recent U.S. policy shifts. He stressed that India must be bold, saying it needs to “de-risk our exposures … and yet take risks when necessary.” Tariff Volatility and Its Impact Jaishankar remarked that […]

South India State News

SC Rejects Senthil Balaji’s Plea in Money Laundering Case

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2025

The Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear a petition by former Tamil Nadu minister V. Senthil Balaji, seeking expunction of remarks made in an earlier order that had forced him to resign from his post. The court noted the timing and questioned the rationale behind filing the plea after key changes in the bench. […]

International

India Slams Pakistan at UN Over Civilians

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2025

At the United Nations, India strongly condemned Pakistan over its treatment of civilians, accusing Islamabad of “bombing its own people” and deflecting international scrutiny with “baseless” claims against India. Indian Response at the UN In remarks during a Human Rights Council session, India’s delegate highlighted a recent airstrike in Matre Dara, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,

Law & Order National

Arrest Made in Coldrif Cough Syrup Deaths Case

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2025

Authorities have arrested Dr Praveen Soni, the physician accused of prescribing the cough syrup Coldrif, which is linked to the deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh. Dr. Soni has been suspended from his post pending further inquiry. What the Investigation Found Laboratory tests found dangerously high levels of diethylene glycol (DEG) in Coldrif, far exceeding […]

East India State News

Internet Ban Extended After Cuttack Clashes

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2025

The Odisha government has extended suspension of internet services in Cuttack until 7 p.m. on October 7, following violent clashes in the city that left over 30 people injured. What Triggered the Ban The clashes erupted in Dargha Bazaar after a religious procession and a VHP bike rally passed through restricted zones. Protests escalated when […]

International

Israel and Hamas Begin Peace Talks in Egypt

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2025

Israel and Hamas have started indirect negotiations in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, centered on a U.S.-backed 20-point plan to end the Gaza conflict. The talks aim to resolve key issues such as a ceasefire, hostage release, and demilitarisation. Progress and Key Sticking Points The first day of discussions ended on a “positive note,” with sources indicating […]

Law & Order National

Advocate Claims Divine Motive in Shoe Attack on CJI

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2025

Advocate Rakesh Kishore has claimed he harboured no remorse after attempting to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India B. R. Gavai in Supreme Court. He said he believed he was “driven by divine anger” over comments the CJI made about a Khajuraho temple idol plea. The Incident in Court Around 11:35 a.m., during […]

National

PM Modi Condemns Attack on Chief Justice

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly condemned the attempted attack on Chief Justice of India B. R. Gavai in the Supreme Court premises, saying the act has “angered every Indian.” He spoke to the CJI shortly after the breach of decorum. Modi’s Reaction In a statement, Modi called the incident “utterly condemnable” and said there is […]

North India State News

Mayawati to Contest Nearly All Seats in Bihar

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2025

BSP chief Mayawati has announced that her party will contest almost all 243 assembly seats in Bihar, choosing to fight largely on its own ahead of the upcoming polls. Solo Strategy for BSP Mayawati made it clear that the BSP will not rely on pre-poll alliances. She expressed confidence that voters would support BSP candidates, […]