Northeast India State News

INDIA Bloc Promises 10 Lakh Jobs, Health Insurance in Jharkhand Polls

By BPN News Desk November 6, 2024

The Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) has launched its manifesto for the upcoming Jharkhand assembly elections, making significant promises aimed at enhancing social welfare in the state. Among the key promises, the INDIA bloc pledged 10 lakh jobs for youth and health insurance coverage of up to ₹15 lakh for low-income families. Major Promises […]

National

Terrorist Killed, Two Security Personnel Injured in Bandipora, J&K

By BPN News Desk November 6, 2024

An unidentified terrorist was killed, and two security personnel were injured in an encounter in Bandipora district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Tuesday. The clash took place in the Choontpathri forest area, where security forces had launched a search operation based on intelligence about terrorist activity in the region. Security Forces Engage Terrorists in Bandipora According

International

Exit Polls Indicate Tight US Election 2024 Race; Trump Holds Edge

By BPN News Desk November 6, 2024

Exit polls from the 2024 US presidential election indicate a close contest between Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, with Trump maintaining a slim lead in crucial battleground states. Trump has reportedly taken over 20 traditionally red states, building momentum and boosting the US Dollar and global stocks. As of now, Trump […]

Cricket Sports

IPL 2025 Mega Auction Set for November in Jeddah

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2024

The highly anticipated IPL 2025 mega auction will take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24 and 25, as IPL teams gear up to spend Rs 641.5 crore on filling 204 player slots. This marks the second consecutive year that the IPL auction will be held overseas, with Dubai hosting it last year. 1,574 […]

Defence National

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2024

In a significant move toward bolstering India’s self-reliance in defense, the Indian Army has inducted 550 units of the indigenously developed ‘Asmi’ machine pistol into its Northern Command. This addition marks a key milestone in the country’s ‘Atmanirbharta’ initiative, aiming to reduce dependency on foreign defense technology. Indigenous

State News West India

Shiv Sena Expels Five Rebel Leaders Over Assembly Poll Nominations

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2024

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray announced the expulsion of five rebel leaders on Tuesday after they refused to withdraw their nominations for the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections scheduled for November 20. The expelled leaders include Bhiwandi East MLA Rupesh Mhatre, along with Vishwas Nandekar, Chandrakant Ghugul, Sanjay Awari, and Prasad Thackeray, who

North India State News

Speaker Appoints Three MLAs as Panel Chairmen in J-K Assembly

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2024

The Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, appointed three legislators as panel chairmen on Tuesday during the ongoing session of the Assembly. The announcement, made at the start of the second day of the session, named Mubarak Gul from the ruling National Conference, Muhammad Yousuf Tarigami from the Communist Party […]

Uncategorized

Government Questions Wikipedia’s Neutrality, Cites ‘Control by Small Group’

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2024

The Indian government has issued a notice to Wikipedia following complaints of alleged bias and inaccuracies on the popular online encyclopedia, according to official sources. In its communication to Wikipedia, the Centre raised concerns over a “small group of editors” who seem to exert significant control over content, raising questions about the

International

Jaishankar Criticizes Canada in Australia Over Extremist Activities

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2024

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar sharply criticized Canada during a joint press briefing with his Australian counterpart, Penny Wong, in Canberra on Tuesday. His remarks came in response to recent extremist violence outside the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Ontario, where pro-Khalistan elements disrupted a consular event organized by the Indian Consulate and

National Politics

Sharad Pawar Hints at Retirement After Rajya Sabha Term Ends

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2024

Veteran Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Sharad Pawar, 83, has hinted he may retire from politics after his current term in the Rajya Sabha, which ends in 18 months. Speaking at Baramati, his political stronghold in Maharashtra, Pawar reflected on his long career, acknowledging the support of his constituency, which helped him secure victories as […]