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 […]

National

US–India Tensions Surface In Air India Crash Probe

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

The investigation into the June 12 Air India Flight 171 crash has been marked by friction between Indian and US officials. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, killing 260 people, including residents on the ground. Disagreements emerged when US investigators objected to India’s plan to fly the black boxes to a […]

National

India To Be Naxal-Free By March 2026, Says Amit Shah

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has said that India will be “completely free of Naxalism” by March 31, 2026. Speaking at a police conference in Raipur, he cited major territorial gains against CPI (Maoist) groups and a significant decline in violence over the past decade. Sharp Drop In Affected Districts Shah noted that Naxal-affected districts […]

International

Modi-Putin Summit Scheduled For December 5

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit India on December 4–5 for the 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit. This will be his first in-person meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi this year. The visit follows continued high-level engagement between the two sides across defence, energy and trade. Multiple MoUs Likely Across Key Sectors Several Memorandums of Understanding

International

US Halts All Asylum Decisions After DC Shooting

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

The United States has paused all asylum decisions across nationalities after a shooting near the White House left one National Guard member dead and another critically injured. The order was issued to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), directing an immediate and indefinite halt while authorities review vetting and security procedures. Security Concerns

South India State News

Karnataka Congress Crisis Deepens Ahead Of Key Meet

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has invited Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar for a breakfast meeting in Bengaluru following instructions from the Congress high command. The move comes amid rising tensions between the two leaders over an alleged power-sharing agreement linked to the 2023 assembly victory. High Command Steps In To Contain Rift Congress general secretary K.C.

South India State News

TN Minister Under Fire Over Dance Video

By BPN News Desk November 28, 2025

A video from Udhayanidhi Stalin’s birthday celebration has triggered political controversy after Tamil Nadu minister S Periyakaruppan was seen seated in the front row watching a dance performance. The clip shows women performing in revealing outfits while the minister appears to applaud and gesture during the event. The video has since gone viral, prompting public […]

National

PM Modi Greeted By Huge Crowds In Udupi

By BPN News Desk November 28, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was welcomed by large crowds in Udupi on Friday as he held a roadshow from Bannanje to Kalsanka. Thousands of people gathered along the route, waving flags and cheering as his convoy passed. The atmosphere remained festive, with tight security arrangements involving more than 3,000 police personnel. Visit To Sri Krishna […]