International

Bangladesh to Seek Sheikh Hasina’s Extradition from India

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2024

Bangladesh’s interim leader and Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus announced on Sunday that his administration will pursue the extradition of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India, where she has been in exile since fleeing during a mass uprising in August. Hasina was forced to resign amid nationwide protests triggered by a controversial quota system for […]

East India State News

Election Commission Orders Takedown of BJP Jharkhand Social Media Post

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2024

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Sunday instructed the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Jharkhand to remove a social media video posted by the BJP’s state unit, citing a violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) ahead of the November 20 assembly elections. The directive came after complaints from the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha […]

East India State News

Communal Clashes Erupt in Bengal’s Murshidabad, Internet Suspended

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2024

Several people were injured in violent communal clashes in Beldanga town and its surrounding areas in Murshidabad district, West Bengal, on Saturday night. Authorities responded by deploying additional police forces and suspending internet services across the district until 8 a.m. on November 19. Clashes During Kartick Puja Celebration The unrest reportedly began during

International

PM Modi Arrives in Brazil for G20 Summit, Thanks Brazil for Warm Welcome

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Monday to attend the 19th G20 Summit after concluding a successful visit to Nigeria. The Indian community greeted him with Sanskrit chants and enthusiastic cheers, reflecting the strong cultural ties between the two nations. PM Modi Acknowledges the Indian Community Expressing gratitude for the […]

State News

Amit Shah Reviews Manipur Security Amid Fresh Violence

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2024

Union Home Minister Amit Shah convened a high-level meeting on Thursday to review the deteriorating security situation in Manipur, following fresh instances of violence and unrest. The meeting, attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs and intelligence agencies, focused on measures to restore normalcy and address the ongoing turmoil in the state. […]

North India State News

Delhi Smothered by Worst Air Quality of the Season

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2024

Delhi woke up to its worst air quality of the season on Friday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) plunging into the “severe-plus” category. A dense layer of smog reduced visibility to 150 meters at Palam by 5 a.m., disrupting flight operations and train schedules across the region. According to SAFAR (System of Air Quality […]

Cricket Sports

Rohit Sharma Set to Miss Perth Test, Jasprit Bumrah to Lead

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2024

India’s skipper Rohit Sharma will miss the first Test against Australia in Perth as he stays in Adelaide to spend time with his newborn child, sources confirmed. In his absence, Jasprit Bumrah will step in to lead the team. KL Rahul Declared Fit, Set to Open KL Rahul, who had sustained a blow to his […]

Economy National

Nirmala Sitharaman Acknowledges Middle-Class Relief Plea

By BPN News Desk November 17, 2024

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has responded to a social media plea urging the government to provide relief to the middle class. The request was made by X user Tushar Sharma, who expressed his concerns about the economic challenges faced by the middle-income group. Citizen’s Appeal for Middle-Class Relief Sharma, in his heartfelt message, acknowledged the […]

State News

Manipur Demands AFSPA Repeal Amid Escalating Violence

By BPN News Desk November 17, 2024

Manipur is witnessing escalating tensions following the recovery of six missing persons’ bodies, with protests spiraling into violence. Demonstrators targeted the homes of ministers and MLAs, including Chief Minister N Biren Singh’s son-in-law, ransacking properties and setting them ablaze. Protesters also attempted to storm the Chief Minister’s residence, prompting

International

Zelenskyy: Trump Could Accelerate End of Ukraine War

By BPN News Desk November 16, 2024

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed optimism that the ongoing war in Ukraine could reach a quicker resolution if former US President Donald Trump returns to office. Speaking during an interview, Zelenskyy acknowledged the potential impact of Trump’s leadership on facilitating peace. Hope for Accelerated Peace Zelenskyy stated that any US administration