South India State News

Karnataka Leaders Hold Breakfast Meet Amid Tussle

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar met for a breakfast discussion in Bengaluru following direction from the Congress high command. The meeting was held to ease tension within the state unit amid ongoing speculation over leadership and power-sharing arrangements. Leaders Reiterate Unity In Public After the meeting, both leaders

International

Cyclone Ditwah Leaves 123 Dead In Sri Lanka

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

Sri Lanka’s Disaster Management Centre has confirmed that at least 123 people have died after Cyclone Ditwah triggered widespread flooding and landslides across multiple districts. More than 130 people are still missing as rescue agencies struggle to reach isolated regions cut off by heavy debris and overflowing rivers. Thousands Displaced, Homes Destroyed Officials

Defence National

India Seals ₹7,995 Crore Deal With US For Navy Copter Support

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

India has signed a ₹7,995 crore agreement with the United States for long-term sustainment of the Indian Navy’s MH-60R Seahawk helicopters. The package includes spare parts, maintenance assistance, technical support, and training to ensure the fleet remains fully mission-ready. What The Deal Covers The agreement, signed under the US Foreign Military Sales framework,

Cricket Sports

Morkel Backs Kohli, Rohit For 2027 World Cup

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel has said he fully expects Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to remain strong contenders for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup. He praised both players as “quality cricketers” whose experience in pressure situations continues to set them apart. Focus Now On ODIs After Format Retirements Kohli and Rohit, who retired […]

International

Imran Khan’s Sister Warns Of Chaos Over Death Rumours

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

Noreen Niazi, sister of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, has issued a sharp warning amid ongoing rumours about his health and safety in Adiala Jail. She said any harm to him would push Pakistan into “complete chaos,” stressing that he continues to command massive public support across the country. Allegations Of Isolation And Withheld […]

International

Trump Declares Biden’s “Autopen”-Signed Documents Void

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

U.S. President Donald J. Trump declared that he was terminating all “documents signed by autopen” under former President Joe Biden — including executive orders and other actions — claiming they are invalid because they were not personally signed by Biden. Trump said about 92% of Biden-era documents fall into this category and threatened perjury charges […]

National

IndiGo, Air India Warn Of Delays After A320 Glitch

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

IndiGo, Air India and Air India Express have alerted passengers about possible delays after a technical glitch impacted a large number of Airbus A320-family aircraft. The issue, linked to potential corruption of flight-control data, has prompted aviation regulators to mandate immediate software and hardware updates on affected jets. Majority Of Indian A320 Fleet Under

International

Hong Kong High-Rise Fire Toll Rises To 128

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

The death toll from the devastating fire at the Wang Fuk Court residential complex in Hong Kong’s Tai Po area has climbed to 128. The blaze, which spread quickly across multiple 31-storey towers, became one of the deadliest urban fires recorded in the city. Officials said more than 200 people are still missing as rescue […]

Defence National

Defence Ministry To Seek 20% Budget Hike

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

India’s Ministry of Defence is preparing to request up to a 20 percent hike in its budget for the 2026–27 financial year, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh has confirmed. The proposal aims to accelerate military modernisation and address emerging strategic challenges. Current Spending Already On Upward Path For 2025–26, the government allocated ₹6.81 lakh crore […]

National

India Seen A Global Voice Of Balance, Says Rajnath Singh

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India has emerged as a “voice of balance and responsibility” in a rapidly shifting global environment. Speaking at the Chanakya Defence Dialogue in New Delhi, he noted that nations across the Indo-Pacific and the Global South increasingly view India as a reliable partner due to its economic strength, technological capabilities […]