Sikkim Tunnell
East India State News

Sikkim Tunnel Explosion Kills 20 Workers

By BPN News Desk
At least 20 people have died following a suspected methane gas explosion inside an under-construction tunnel at the Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project in Sikkim’s Namchi district. Rescue teams are continuing efforts to locate five people who remain missing. Sikkim Tunnel Explosion Kills 20 The incident occurred inside the Samardung tunnel near Jholungey, where personnel
Dharmendra Pradhan
National

Dharmendra Pradhan Accuses Congress Over CJP Protest

By BPN News Desk
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has accused Rahul Gandhi and the Congress of exploiting students for political purposes as opposition leaders increased their presence at the CJP protest site at Jantar Mantar. The agitation centres on alleged examination irregularities and demands for greater accountability. Pradhan Accuses Congress of Exploiting Students
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International

Houthis Warn Ships Against Saudi Ports

By BPN News Desk
Yemen’s Houthi movement has warned international shipping companies against loading or unloading cargo at Saudi Arabian ports, saying vessels that ignore the directive could be targeted. The warning has raised fresh concerns about trade and energy shipments through the Red Sea. Houthis Warn Against Saudi Ports The warning was issued in an email dated July […]
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National

Rahul Gandhi Defends Protest Near PM Residence

By BPN News Desk
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has said his party protested near Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence because the government showed no interest in allowing a parliamentary debate on the NEET controversy and police action against demonstrators. The government rejected the allegation and said it remained willing to discuss the matter. Rahul Gandhi Seeks NEET Debate Gandhi
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Health

ICMR Licences Three Medical Technologies

By BPN News Desk
The Indian Council of Medical Research has licensed three indigenously developed biomedical technologies to Emcure Pharmaceuticals and Biological E for further development and commercialisation. The technologies target cervical precancerous lesions, typhoid, paratyphoid and Shigella infections. ICMR Licences Indigenous Medical Technologies The agreements were facilitated
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International

EU Fines AliExpress €550 Million

By BPN News Desk
The European Commission has imposed a record €550 million penalty, equivalent to about $629 million, on Alibaba-owned AliExpress for failing to adequately address the sale of illegal, unsafe and counterfeit products. It is the largest fine issued under the European Union’s Digital Services Act. EU Fines AliExpress €550 Million The penalty followed an investigation launched
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Business

iPhone 18 Pro May Launch in September

By BPN News Desk
Apple is expected to introduce the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in September 2026, although the company has not officially confirmed the launch date or specifications. Industry reports suggest the premium models could receive upgrades to their displays, processors, cameras and connectivity features. iPhone 18 Pro September Launch Apple is reportedly preparing […]
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International

Judge Approves $1.5 Billion Anthropic Deal

By BPN News Desk
A US federal judge has approved a $1.5 billion settlement between artificial intelligence company Anthropic and authors who accused it of unlawfully acquiring pirated copies of their books. The agreement is considered the largest known copyright recovery in US history. Anthropic Copyright Settlement Approved US District Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín granted final approval
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International

Goldman Warns Brent Could Cross $120

By BPN News Desk
Goldman Sachs has warned that Brent crude could rise above $120 a barrel by the fourth quarter of 2026 if disruptions to oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz continue. However, the investment bank stressed that this is an upside-risk scenario rather than its central forecast. Brent Crude Could Cross $120 Goldman Sachs analysts said […]
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Cricket Sports

Pat Cummins Returns for Bangladesh Test Series

By BPN News Desk
Australia have recalled captain Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon for the two-Test home series against Bangladesh, restoring three senior bowlers after injury-disrupted campaigns during the Ashes. Pat Cummins Returns as Australia Captain Cummins is in line to play his first Test since December after recovering from a back injury. Hazlewood, who missed the […]