Cricket Sports

Mickey Arthur Criticizes Pakistan Cricket Amid Coaching Feud​

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2025

Pakistan cricket finds itself in yet another crisis following a disappointing exit from the Champions Trophy 2025, which was hosted on home soil after nearly three decades. The team’s poor performance has reignited debates over management instability and internal conflicts, further exposing deep divisions within the coaching staff. Coaching Controversy and Instability

State News West India

Bombay High Court Allows Convicted Man to Undertake Haj Pilgrimage

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2025

The Bombay High Court has permitted a man convicted of electricity theft to travel to Saudi Arabia for the Haj pilgrimage, recognizing the religious significance of the journey and considering the delay in the hearing of his pending appeal. Conviction and Appeal Background The petitioner, Rahim Khan Sandu Khan, a 43-year-old businessman from Aurangabad, was […]

International

Pakistan Train Hijacking Ends; 21 Hostages, 4 Troops Dead

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2025

A deadly train hijacking in Pakistan’s Balochistan province has ended after a military operation that resulted in the deaths of 21 hostages and four security personnel. The attack, carried out by separatist militants, unfolded on March 11, 2025, when the Jaffar Express was ambushed, leading to a hostage crisis that lasted several hours before the […]

South India State News

Stalin Criticizes NEP as ‘Saffron Policy’ Threatening Tamil Nadu’s Education

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has strongly criticized the National Education Policy (NEP), calling it a “saffron policy” that endangers the state’s education system and social justice framework. Addressing a gathering in Chennai, Stalin claimed that the policy is designed to impose Hindi and disrupt Tamil Nadu’s well-established educational model. NEP’s Language

National PMO

Mauritius Awards PM Modi Its Highest Civilian Honor

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2025

In a significant recognition of India-Mauritius relations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred with the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean (GCSK), the highest civilian honor of Mauritius. The award was presented during the country’s 57th National Day celebrations in Port Louis on March 12, 2025. […]

South India State News

KCR Returns to Telangana Assembly After Six-Month Hiatus

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2025

Former Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) has made his first appearance in the Telangana Legislative Assembly after six months. This marks his first attendance since assuming the role of Leader of the Opposition following his party’s electoral defeat in December 2023. KCR’s Shift to Opposition Leadership KCR, who led Telangana as Chief Minister […]

Cricket Sports

Shubman Gill Wins ICC Player of the Month for February

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2025

Indian opener Shubman Gill has been named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for February 2025, recognizing his exceptional performances in One Day Internationals (ODIs) and the ICC Champions Trophy. This is the third time he has received this award, having previously won it in January and September 2023. Gill’s Impact in India’s ODI […]

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 […]