Defence National

Army Foils Infiltration in Uri, Soldier Killed

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

The Indian Army intercepted an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control in the Churunda area of the Uri sector in Jammu and Kashmir. Troops engaged the infiltrators, leading to a gunfight that is still underway. Search operations have been launched in the surrounding areas to locate any remaining militants. Casualty Reported One Army soldier […]

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EC Ready to Rectify Errors in Bihar Voter List Revision

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has assured the Supreme Court that any mistakes found in the draft electoral rolls prepared for Bihar’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) will be corrected before the final list is released later this year. No Removal Without Notice The ECI stated that no voter’s name will be deleted without proper […]

Law & Order National

CJI Gavai to Review Delhi Stray Dog Removal Order

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

The Supreme Court recently issued a directive ordering all stray dogs in Delhi-NCR to be relocated to shelters within six to eight weeks, citing rising dog bite and rabies incidents, especially affecting children. Authorities have been instructed to build shelters, sterilize and vaccinate the animals, and ensure no dog is released back onto the streets. […]

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Singapore to Announce $4.6B Investment in India

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

Singapore is set to unveil an investment plan in India worth $4.6 billion during the third India–Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR), ahead of an expected state visit by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. Focus Areas and Deals About 10 memorandums of understanding are expected to be signed, covering advanced manufacturing, green energy, connectivity, skills training,

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Priyanka Gandhi Slams India’s Silence on Crisis in Gaza

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra sharply rebuked the Indian government’s silence over the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, describing the inaction as “shameful” and tantamount to enabling violence. Condemning Genocide Allegations and Civilian Suffering Gandhi tweeted that over 60,000 Palestinians—among them more than 18,000 children—have died in the

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Lok Sabha Speaker Sets Up Panel to Probe Justice Varma

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has constituted a three-member committee to investigate allegations against Allahabad High Court Judge Justice Yashwant Varma, following the recovery of burnt cash from his residence. This marks the beginning of the formal parliamentary process for possible removal under constitutional provisions. Committee Members Named The inquiry panel will be

National Politics

EC Calls Congress “Vote Theft” Claim Factually Incorrect

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

The Election Commission of India (EC) has officially called the Congress party’s allegations of “vote theft” and manipulation of electoral rolls factually incorrect. The commission rejected claims, made notably by Rahul Gandhi, that elections were compromised through bogus registrations or deleted voter names. EC Emphasizes Transparency in Voter Roll Revision In

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Lok Sabha Passes Updated Income Tax Bill to Ease Compliance

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

The Lok Sabha on Tuesday passed the revised Income Tax (No. 2) Bill, 2025, aimed at simplifying the country’s tax system and reducing compliance burdens for individuals and businesses. The bill was approved without debate. Streamlined Tax System and Key Changes Replacing the six-decade-old Income Tax Act of 1961, the updated legislation consolidates provisions into […]

National Politics

Opposition Leaders, Including Rahul Gandhi, Briefly Detained During Delhi Protest

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

Dozens of opposition lawmakers, including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, were briefly detained during a protest in New Delhi on Monday. The demonstration was organised to oppose a major revision of the electoral roll in Bihar, with opposition parties alleging the move could disenfranchise millions of poor and minority voters. Protest Over Electoral Roll Changes Protesters

National Politics

Suresh Gopi Shares Work Photos Amid Absence Allegations

By BPN News Desk August 11, 2025

Union Minister and Thrissur MP Suresh Gopi responded to criticism over his recent absence from his constituency by posting photos of an official meeting. The images show him discussing the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, a national gas subsidy program, in the Rajya Sabha. Accusations of Being ‘Missing’ Raised Earlier, Kerala’s General Education Minister, V. Sivankutty, […]