Asia International

ASEAN Summits Begin in Laos, Focus on Regional Connectivity and Stability

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

The 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits kicked off in Vientiane, Laos, on Wednesday, emphasizing stronger regional cooperation under the theme “ASEAN: Enhancing Connectivity and Resilience.” The summits aim to promote sustainable development and address pressing regional challenges through multilateral cooperation. Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith, speaking at the

South India State News

Samsung Workers Reject Wage Settlement, Demand Union Recognition

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

Workers at Samsung Electronics’ factory in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu, have rejected the company’s settlement offer over wage hikes, citing non-recognition of their newly formed union. The protest, which intensified on October 9, led to the detention of several union leaders and demonstrators. The settlement dispute escalated when workers, backed by the Centre of

Business Industry

JSW Infra Secures ₹4,259 Cr Murbe Port Project in Maharashtra

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

JSW Infrastructure Limited (JSW Infra), a leading private port operator in India, has been awarded the contract to develop, operate, manage, and maintain a new all-weather multipurpose port in Murbe village, Palghar district, Maharashtra. The Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB) issued a Letter of Intent (LoI) to the company, according to a filing made by JSW […]

Business Industry

India to Pass New Law for Offshore Oil Exploration Boost

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

India is set to pass a new law in the upcoming parliament session aimed at encouraging investments in offshore oil exploration, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced on Tuesday. The proposed law will replace the existing Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Act of 1948, modernizing the legal framework for the country’s oil […]

Defence National

India Approves ₹80,000 Crore Defence Deal with US for Drones and Submarines

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

The Indian government has approved a massive ₹80,000 crore defence deal with the United States, aimed at significantly boosting the country’s military capabilities. The deal includes the procurement of 31 MQ-9B Predator drones and the development of two nuclear-powered conventional strike submarines (SSNs), which will be built indigenously in India. The Cabinet Committee

National

Tata Sons Chairman Emeritus Ratan Tata Passes Away at 86

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

Ratan Naval Tata, the esteemed industrialist and Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, passed away late Wednesday at the age of 86. He had been undergoing treatment for a prolonged illness at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital. His demise marks the end of an era for the Indian corporate world and leaves a void in the hearts […]

National

Ratan Tata Dies at 86; Industry and Nation Mourn the Loss of a Visionary Leader

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, passed away at the age of 86, marking the end of an era for one of India’s most influential conglomerates. His death was announced by N Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons, in a statement released late Wednesday. Mr. Tata’s demise comes just days after he dismissed rumors about […]

Cricket Sports

India Clinch T20 Series Against Bangladesh with 86-Run Victory

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2024

India sealed the T20 series against Bangladesh with a commanding 86-run victory in the second match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Team India delivered a stellar all-round performance on Wednesday to clinch the T20 series against Bangladesh. The hosts registered their biggest T20 win […]

Cricket Sports

India Thrash Sri Lanka by 82 Runs in Women’s T20 World Cup

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2024

India W 192-3 (Harmanpreet 52no) beat Sri Lanka W 90 (Sobhana 3-19) by 82 runs 12th Match, Group A at Dubai, Women’s T20 World Cup India’s women’s cricket team delivered a comprehensive performance against Sri Lanka in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, securing an 82-run victory and boosting their chances for a spot in […]

Asia International

Donald Trump Lauds PM Modi as ‘Friend’ and ‘Nicest Human Being’

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2024

Former US President Donald Trump has praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing him as a “friend” and the “nicest human being” during a recent podcast interview. In an episode of the Flagrant podcast, former United States President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump spoke highly of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi,