Law & Order National

NIA Raids Multiple Sites in Kashmir in Red Fort Blast Probe

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) carried out coordinated searches across Jammu and Kashmir on Monday as part of its investigation into the November 10 car explosion outside Delhi’s Red Fort. Eight locations were searched simultaneously in Pulwama, Shopian and Kulgam districts. Homes of Key Suspects Searched Search teams examined the residences of several individuals

Law & Order National

SC Refuses to Extend Deadline for Waqf Registration

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

The Supreme Court has declined to extend the deadline for uploading waqf property details on the UMEED portal. Several petitioners, including organisations and individuals, had sought more time citing difficulties in completing the process. Petitioners Directed to Approach Waqf Tribunals The Court said that anyone facing genuine issues with the portal or documentation must

National

PM Modi Says Parliament Needs ‘Delivery, Not Drama’

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, ahead of the Winter Session of Parliament, urged all political parties to focus on productive lawmaking rather than disruptions. Speaking to the media, he said Parliament should prioritise “delivery, not drama,” stressing that citizens expect results, not theatrical exchanges. Opposition Should Engage Constructively, Says PM Modi said that the

Telecom

India to Enforce SIM-Binding and 6-Hour Web Logout for Messaging Apps

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued new rules requiring popular messaging apps in India — including WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal and others — to bind each user account to the SIM card used at registration. Under the new guidelines, the apps will not function unless that specific SIM remains active in the device. Web Versions […]

South India State News

11 Dead, Over 50 Injured in Tamil Nadu Bus Collision

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

At least 11 people were killed and more than 50 injured after two government buses collided head-on near Vivekananda Polytechnic College in Tirupattur, Sivaganga district, on Sunday evening. The accident occurred around 5 PM when one bus was heading from Kangeyam to Karaikudi and the other was travelling from Karaikudi to Dindigul. Victims Shifted to […]

State News West India

Mumbai Activates GRAP-4 as Air Quality Turns Severe

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

Mumbai has enforced the highest level of pollution-control measures under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-4) after air quality in several parts of the city deteriorated to the “severe” category. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said the restrictions were implemented after multiple monitoring stations recorded alarming spikes in PM2.5 and PM10 levels.

International

Japanese Defence Firms Record Strong Growth: SIPRI

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

A new report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) shows that Japanese defence manufacturers posted significant revenue growth in 2024. The rise reflects both expanding global demand for military equipment and Japan’s gradual shift toward easing its post-war restrictions on defence exports. Export Rules Eased After Decades Japan began relaxing

International

Nearly 1,000 Dead as Severe Storms Hit Southeast Asia

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

Severe storms, heavy monsoon rains and cyclones have caused widespread devastation across Southeast Asia, leaving nearly 1,000 people dead and thousands displaced. Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand have reported the highest casualties as floodwaters and landslides continue to affect large regions. Sri Lanka Reports Over 330 Deaths After Cyclone Ditwah Sri Lanka remains one

Defence National

India-UK Armies Deepen Ties as Ajeya Warrior‑25 Ends in Rajasthan

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

The eighth edition of the joint military exercise Indian Army and British Army concluded on Sunday at the Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Bikaner, Rajasthan, after two weeks of intensive training between the two armies. The exercise, held from 17 to 30 November 2025, saw 240 soldiers — equally drawn from both forces — participate […]

National

Indians Losing Touch With Native Languages: Bhagwat

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has expressed concern that many Indians are gradually losing connection with their mother tongues. Speaking at a book launch event in Nagpur, he said that an increasing number of people cannot speak or understand basic words in their native languages as English becomes more dominant in daily life. Cultural Meaning Lost […]