South India State News

Telangana CM Directs Officials to Finalize Tourism Policy by February 10

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2025

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has instructed officials to finalize the state’s new tourism policy by February 10, emphasizing the need for rapid tourism development. The directive aims to boost investment, enhance tourism infrastructure, and attract more visitors to the state. “The tourism policy should be finalized by February 10 to ensure the

International

Canada Fails to Establish India’s Role in Nijjar Killing

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2025

The Canadian investigation into the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar has failed to establish a definitive link between India and the incident, raising new questions about the allegations made by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau against New Delhi. “We have not found conclusive evidence directly linking India to the assassination.” Investigation

International

Trump Halts Foreign Aid to Pakistan, Impacting Key Projects

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2025

In a significant policy move, the Trump administration has paused foreign assistance to Pakistan, impacting key development projects and signaling a shift in US-Pakistan diplomatic relations. The decision is expected to have economic and infrastructural implications, particularly in sectors reliant on American funding and strategic partnerships. “The suspension of

International

Trump Administration Pushes India for More Defense Deals

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2025

The Trump administration is increasing its efforts to push India toward finalizing additional defense agreements, aiming to bolster military cooperation and strategic alignment between the two nations. The move comes as the US looks to deepen defense trade and security partnerships with India amid evolving geopolitical dynamics. “We want India to be a stronger

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Demands Immediate End to Manual Scavenging

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has issued a strong directive for the immediate elimination of manual scavenging, particularly in urban and metropolitan areas. The court emphasized the need to replace hazardous manual cleaning with mechanized methods to safeguard the dignity and safety of sanitation workers. “The continued practice of manual scavenging is unacceptable and

International

North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un Inspects Nuclear Facility Amid Heightened Tensions with U.S.

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2025

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un recently visited a nuclear material production facility, emphasizing the need to bolster the country’s nuclear capabilities. He praised the scientists and workers for their significant achievements in producing weapons-grade nuclear materials and outlined plans to enhance the nation’s nuclear arsenal in response to what he

Politics

Rahul Gandhi Challenges Arvind Kejriwal Over Unfulfilled Yamuna Clean-Up Promise

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2025

In a recent election rally in Bawana, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi intensified his criticism of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convenor Arvind Kejriwal, challenging him to drink water from the Yamuna River. Gandhi accused Kejriwal of failing to fulfill his earlier promise to clean the river, highlighting that despite assurances made five years ago, the Yamuna […]

Business

Vedanta to Establish ₹1 Trillion Aluminium Complex in Odisha’s Rayagada District

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2025

Mining conglomerate Vedanta has announced plans to invest ₹1 trillion in setting up an aluminium refinery and smelter in Odisha’s Rayagada district. The project will feature a 6 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) alumina refinery and a 3 MTPA aluminium smelter. The first phase is expected to be commissioned within the next three years, with […]

Infrastructure

India’s Highway Construction Faces Slowdown Amid Government’s Final Push

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2025

India's highway construction slows due to land acquisition delays, prompting government efforts to expedite projects and adjust targets for the fiscal year.

International

Canadian Report Finds ‘No Definitive Link’ Between India and Nijjar’s Killing

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2025

A recent Canadian report has concluded that there is “no definitive link” between the Indian government and the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a prominent Khalistani separatist leader, in June 2023. This finding comes amid ongoing diplomatic tensions between Canada and India, following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s September 2023 assertion of