North India State News

Jammu and Kashmir Polls: Voting Underway for Final Phase

By BPN News Desk October 1, 2024

The third and final phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections commenced at 7 am on Tuesday, with voters across 40 constituencies heading to the polls. This phase covers 40 out of the total 90 seats in the Union territory. Historic Elections After Article 370 Abrogation These Assembly elections are the first to be […]

Cricket Sports

Sachin Tendulkar to Make Cricket Comeback in International Masters League

By BPN News Desk October 1, 2024

Cricket enthusiasts worldwide are eagerly awaiting the return of the iconic Sachin Tendulkar to the pitch as he gears up to participate in the inaugural International Masters League (IML). The Master Blaster, revered for his unmatched batting prowess, will join other legendary cricketers in this exciting new T20 tournament, which promises to deliver thrilling action […]

South India State News

Supreme Court Criticises Andhra CM Naidu Over Tirupati Laddu Controversy

By BPN News Desk September 30, 2024

The Supreme Court on Monday criticised Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu for making public statements about the alleged use of contaminated ghee in the preparation of the famous Tirupati Laddus, even before the registration of an FIR and the commencement of an SIT investigation. Chief Minister’s Premature Statements Questioned The top court, led […]

Cricket Sports

India’s Dominating Display Puts Bangladesh on Backfoot on Day 4

By BPN News Desk September 30, 2024

Bangladesh – 233 & 26/2 (Ashwin 2-14) v India 285-9 d (Jaiswal 72) Day 4, Stumps, Bangladesh trail by 26 runs Day 4 of the second Test between India and Bangladesh in Kanpur was marked by India’s exceptional all-round performance, leaving the visitors trailing by 26 runs at stumps. After three days of rain interruptions, […]

State News West India

PM Modi Unveils Rs 11,200 Crore Development Projects in Maharashtra

By BPN News Desk September 30, 2024

In a major boost to Maharashtra’s development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today laid the foundation stone and inaugurated several projects via video conferencing, with a total worth exceeding Rs 11,200 crore. Maharashtra Development Initiatives Addressing the event, PM Modi emphasized the importance of accelerating Maharashtra’s development to improve the

International

Hamas Leader in Lebanon Killed in Israeli Airstrike on Refugee Camp

By BPN News Desk September 30, 2024

Palestinian militant group Hamas announced on Monday that its leader in Lebanon, Fatah Sharif Abu al-Amine, was killed in an Israeli airstrike targeting his home in the Al-Bass refugee camp near the city of Tyre, southern Lebanon. The attack also claimed the lives of his wife, son, and daughter, according to a statement by Hamas, […]

Asia International

Pakistan Cuts 1.5 Lakh Jobs, Shuts Six Ministries to Secure IMF Loan

By BPN News Desk September 30, 2024

In a bid to meet the stringent conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a $7 billion loan package, Pakistan has announced drastic measures, including cutting 1.5 lakh government jobs, shutting down six ministries, and merging two others. The decision, aimed at reducing administrative expenditures, was reported by PTI on Sunday, September 29. […]

Asia International

Nepal Flood Death Toll Reaches 192 as Rescue Operations Intensify

By BPN News Desk September 30, 2024

Search and rescue operations continue in Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu, after devastating monsoon floods and landslides claimed at least 192 lives across the Himalayan nation. The catastrophic floods, triggered by the heaviest rains in more than two decades, have wreaked havoc throughout the region, displacing thousands and destroying infrastructure. Unplanned Urban Expansion

Asia International

Rajnath Singh Criticizes Pakistan Over IMF Bailout, Offers Larger Aid If Ties Improved

By BPN News Desk September 30, 2024

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, speaking at an election rally in the Gurez border area of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, stated that India could have provided Pakistan with a bailout package larger than the one recently approved by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). However, this assistance could have been offered only if Pakistan had maintained […]

North India State News

Haryana BJP Expels Eight Leaders for Anti-Party Activities

By BPN News Desk September 30, 2024

The Haryana unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) expelled eight party leaders on Sunday for engaging in “anti-party activities.” The disciplinary action was taken after these leaders decided to contest the assembly polls as independent candidates, challenging the party’s official nominees. BJP’s Haryana state president, Mohan Lal Badoli, confirmed the