Education Higher Education

Indian Students Shift to Russia Amid Decline in Western Enrollments

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2025

Recent trends indicate a notable shift in the preferences of Indian students seeking higher education abroad. While traditional destinations like the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom have seen a decrease in Indian student enrollments, Russia has emerged as an increasingly popular choice.​ Decline in Western Destinations Historically, countries such as the US,

North India State News

BJP Dominates Haryana Municipal Elections, Secures 9 Out of 10 Mayoral Seats​

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2025

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured a decisive victory in the Haryana municipal elections, winning 9 out of 10 mayoral positions across the state. The results reaffirm the party’s stronghold in urban areas while dealing a significant blow to the opposition Congress. BJP’s Strong Performance in Key Cities The BJP dominated the elections across […]

Defence National

Russia Offers Technology Transfer to India for S-400 Components Amid Delivery Delays

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2025

Russia has proposed a technology transfer agreement to India to enable local manufacturing of critical S-400 air defense system components. This move comes as a response to ongoing delivery delays of the remaining two squadrons of the system, ensuring India’s air defense readiness and supply chain security. S-400 Delivery Delays and India’s Air Defense Strategy […]

International

Dalai Lama Says Successor Will Be Born Outside China

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2025

The 14th Dalai Lama has declared that his successor will be born in a “free world,” outside China, to ensure the continuation of Tibetan spiritual leadership. This announcement directly counters Beijing’s assertions that it has the authority to appoint the next Dalai Lama, reinforcing the Tibetan spiritual tradition’s autonomy. Dalai Lama’s

International

EU Imposes $28 Billion in Tariffs on U.S. Goods Amid Escalating Trade Tensions​

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2025

In a major escalation of trade tensions, the European Union has imposed tariffs on U.S. goods worth approximately $28 billion. This move is a direct response to the U.S. decision to implement a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports, a measure that took effect earlier today. EU Retaliatory Tariffs Target Key U.S. Exports The […]

International

India to Assist Mauritius in Building New Parliament

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2025

India and Mauritius have strengthened their diplomatic ties through the signing of eight Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) covering various sectors, including banking, trade, security, and governance. This collaboration highlights the longstanding historical and cultural ties between the two nations, reinforcing their strategic partnership. During the bilateral

Other Sports Sports

Sports Ministry Lifts WFI Suspension; Brij Bhushan Reacts

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2025

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has lifted the suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), restoring its status as the National Sports Federation (NSF) for wrestling. The suspension, imposed on December 24, 2023, was a result of governance issues within the federation. The decision to revoke it follows corrective measures, including relocating […]

State News West India

Court Rules in Favor of Petitioners on Demonetised Notes

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2025

The Bombay High Court has directed the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to accept ₹20 lakh in demonetised ₹500 and ₹1,000 notes from a family in Maharashtra, ruling that they were unable to exchange them due to circumstances beyond their control. The judgment brings relief to petitioners who had been denied the opportunity to convert […]

Government Policies National

Government Introduces Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 to Overhaul Immigration Laws

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2025

The Indian government has introduced the Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 in the Lok Sabha to reform the country’s immigration laws. This proposed legislation aims to replace outdated colonial-era acts and bring stricter regulations regarding the entry, stay, and exit of foreigners in India. The bill focuses on national security, border control, and immigration

National

Vice President Dhankhar Discharged from AIIMS After Hospitalization

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2025

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has been discharged from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi after a three-day hospitalization. He was admitted on March 9 after experiencing discomfort and chest pain, prompting immediate medical attention. Medical Treatment and Recovery Dhankhar was placed in the Critical Care Unit (CCU) under the supervision