Cabinet Clears Three Rail Multitracking Projects

By BPN News Desk February 15, 2026

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Union Cabinet has approved three railway multitracking projects aimed at improving infrastructure capacity, lowering logistics costs and generating employment. Railway Multitracking Projects Details The projects will add additional rail lines on high

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Nirmala Sitharaman Calls For Fair Climate Action At Munich

By BPN News Desk February 15, 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said climate action must remain equitable and development oriented while addressing global leaders at the Munich Security Dialogue. India Position On Climate Responsibility Sitharaman stated that developing countries require policy space to pursue growth while meeting environmental commitments. She emphasised that climate strategies

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IndiGo Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Bomb Threat

By BPN News Desk February 15, 2026

An IndiGo aircraft made an emergency landing after a bomb threat message was discovered written with lipstick inside the cabin, prompting immediate security procedures. Bomb Threat On IndiGo Aircraft The message was noticed during the flight, following which the crew alerted aviation authorities and initiated safety protocols. The aircraft was diverted to the nearest

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PM Modi Lands On Assam Emergency Landing Highway

By BPN News Desk February 14, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed on a highway emergency landing facility in Assam, marking operational readiness of the state’s first such airstrip designed for military and emergency use. Assam Emergency Landing Facility Inauguration The facility has been developed on a national highway stretch to allow fighter aircraft and transport planes to land during emergencies

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Highway Toll Charges Revised From February 15

By BPN News Desk February 14, 2026

Revised toll charges on national highways across India will come into effect from February 15, impacting daily commuters, transport operators and intercity travellers using tolled road networks. National Highway Toll Rate Revision India The updated toll structure has been implemented by highway authorities as part of the annual adjustment process linked to inflation and

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Congress Secures Majority In Telangana Urban Polls

By BPN News Desk February 14, 2026

The Congress party has emerged as the leading force in urban local body elections of Telangana, winning control of a majority of municipalities across the state. Telangana Municipal Election Results – Congress wins Counting showed Congress candidates ahead in numerous municipal councils and corporations, giving the party administrative control in several urban

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India CPI Inflation Falls To 2.75% In January

By BPN News Desk February 14, 2026

Retail inflation of India dropped to 2.75 percent in January following the rollout of the revised Consumer Price Index series using the new 2024 base year. CPI Inflation New Base Year 2024 Series The updated inflation calculation reflects changes in consumption patterns and weighting of goods and services in the index basket. The statistics office […]

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US Aircraft Imports May Reduce Airfares: Piyush Goyal

By BPN News Desk February 14, 2026

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said importing aircraft from the United States could help expand airline capacity, support tourism growth and eventually lower airfares in India. India US Aircraft Imports Plan The minister indicated that increasing the number of aircraft available to Indian carriers would improve connectivity across domestic and international

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CJI Office Received 8630 Complaints Against Judges

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2026

The Law Ministry informed Parliament that 8,630 complaints were received against sitting judges of the higher judiciary over the past decade, highlighting the scale of grievances handled within the judicial oversight framework. Complaints Against Sitting Judges Data According to the information shared, complaints were submitted against judges of the Supreme Court and High

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Centre Rejects Rahul Gandhi Claims On US Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2026

Centre Rejects Rahul Gandhi Claims On US Trade Deal The Union government has dismissed criticism by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi regarding the India–US trade agreement, stating that farmers’ interests remain protected under the proposed framework. India US Trade Deal Government Response Government officials said negotiations with the United States are focused on balanced