National

India Rejects USCIRF Call for RSS Sanctions

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2026

India has rejected a call by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) for sanctions against members of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), accusing the US federal advisory body of bias and questioning its credibility. India Rejects USCIRF Call for RSS Sanctions External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said USCIRF had

International

Canada Suspends US Trade Talks as Tariffs Hit

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2026

The United States has imposed 50% tariffs on about $20 billion worth of Canadian goods after last-minute trade negotiations failed, prompting Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to suspend talks and announce matching retaliatory measures. Canada-US Trade Talks Collapse The tariffs took effect early Saturday after negotiators failed to reach an agreement before an extended

State News West India

MMRDA Fines Contractor ₹25 Lakh After Crane Fall

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2026

A hydraulic crane collapsed during demolition work at an unsafe building in Mumbai’s Kurla area, injuring at least 10 people and damaging nearby hutments, vehicles and railway infrastructure. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has imposed a ₹25 lakh penalty on the contractor responsible for the demolition work. Kurla Crane Collapse Injures 10

International

Record El Nino Could Make 2027 Hottest Year

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2026

A rapidly strengthening El Niño in the Pacific is forecast to become one of the most intense on record, raising the possibility that 2027 could become the hottest year ever recorded globally. UK forecasters expect Pacific sea-surface temperature anomalies to exceed 3°C as the event approaches its peak. El Niño 2026 Could Reach Record Strength […]

International

Russian Strike Kills 16 at Ukraine Shopping Centre

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2026

At least 16 people were killed and more than 130 injured after Russian drones struck a busy shopping centre in Kryvyi Rih, central Ukraine. European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas condemned the attack as “terror by design” and signalled a major new sanctions package against Russia. Russian Drone Strike Kills 16 in Kryvyi Rih […]

International

Trump Says Iran Wants Deal but Rejects US Terms

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2026

US President Donald Trump has said Iran wants to reach an agreement with Washington but is not yet prepared to accept what he considers the “right deal”. His remarks come as the United States intensifies economic pressure on Tehran amid continuing tensions over Iran’s nuclear programme and the Strait of Hormuz. Trump Says Iran Wants […]

National

PM Modi Says India Is Global Growth Bright Spot

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said political stability, policy continuity and sustained reforms have positioned India as a global “bright spot” for growth and optimism despite economic uncertainty worldwide. Speaking at a business leadership forum, Modi said the government would continue pursuing reforms aimed at strengthening investment, manufacturing and economic

Law & Order National

Supreme Court to Hear CBI Plea in JPSC Exam Row

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2026

The Supreme Court is set to hear on August 24 a plea seeking a CBI or independent investigation into alleged irregularities in the Jharkhand Public Service Commission Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2025. The petition also seeks cancellation of the examination and preservation of key physical and digital evidence. Supreme Court to Hear JPSC CBI Probe […]

International

Tarique Rahman India Visit Remains Uncertain

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2026

Uncertainty continues over Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s proposed visit to India after Rashtrapati Bhavan withdrew a notice that appeared to indicate preparations for his ceremonial welcome. Neither New Delhi nor Dhaka has formally confirmed the dates of the visit. Rashtrapati Bhavan Recalls Bangladesh PM Notice Rashtrapati Bhavan had issued a notice stating

South India State News

Two Killed in Telangana Pharma Reactor Blast

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2026

Two workers were killed and nine others injured after a reactor explosion triggered a fire at a pharmaceutical unit in Telangana’s Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district late Friday night. The blast occurred while workers were changing shifts at the facility in Pochampally mandal. Telangana Pharma Reactor Blast Kills Two Police said the explosion occurred on the night […]