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Centre, Chouhan Reject Claims on VB-G RAM G Scheme

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

The Centre and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday criticised the Congress party for spreading what they described as “misinformation” about the new rural employment law known as Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) or VB-G RAM G Act, 2025. The minister said opposition campaigners were misrepresenting the scheme’s

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India Launches New e-Business Visa for Chinese Nationals

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

India has launched a new e-Business visa category for Chinese nationals to facilitate smoother entry for business-related activities. The visa, officially introduced at the start of January, allows eligible Chinese citizens to apply online for short-term business travel to India without visiting an Indian embassy or consulate. Purpose of the e-Business Visa The new visa

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Former Union Minister Suresh Kalmadi Passes Away

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

Former Union Minister and senior Congress leader Suresh Kalmadi passed away in Pune in the early hours of Tuesday. He was 81. Family members said he died after a prolonged illness while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in the city. His death brings an end to a long and eventful public career spanning politics […]

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PM Modi to Visit Somnath Temple on January 11

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the Somnath Temple in Gujarat on January 11, according to official information. The visit will take place during the concluding phase of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, a multi day programme being organised to mark the historical and cultural significance of the temple. Events Linked to the Prime […]

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Rajnath Singh Commissions Coast Guard Pollution Vessel

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned the Indian Coast Guard’s first indigenously designed and built pollution control vessel at a ceremony in Goa. The induction marks a key step in strengthening India’s maritime environmental protection and coastal security capabilities. Role and Capabilities of the Vessel The newly commissioned vessel is designed to respond to

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Jaishankar Begins Six-Day Visit to France, Luxembourg

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has begun a six-day official visit to France and Luxembourg, aimed at strengthening India’s bilateral engagement with key European partners. The visit comes at a time when India is expanding diplomatic, economic, and strategic cooperation with Europe amid shifting global geopolitical dynamics. High-Level Talks in France During his

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PM Modi Inaugurates International Piprahwa Relics Exposition

By BPN News Desk January 4, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated an international exposition showcasing the sacred Piprahwa relics linked to Lord Buddha, marking a significant cultural and spiritual event. The exhibition brings together rare artefacts discovered at Piprahwa in Uttar Pradesh, a site historically associated with early Buddhist history and relic worship. Reunification of Historic

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Jaishankar Urges Students to Grow at Home, Engage Abroad

By BPN News Desk January 3, 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed students at an event at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras, where he spoke about India’s approach to development and foreign engagement. He emphasised that India’s rise on the global stage must be anchored in strong domestic growth, institutional capacity, and self-confidence. According to him, nations that are secure

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Congress MP Warns of Crisis in Tamil Nadu Unit

By BPN News Desk January 3, 2026

A senior Congress Member of Parliament from Tamil Nadu has issued a strong warning about the state of the party’s organisation, saying it is moving on a “path of destruction” due to persistent internal conflicts. S Jothimani, who represents Karur in the Lok Sabha, made the remarks while highlighting serious factionalism within the Tamil Nadu […]

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NTPC Explores Nuclear Power Partnerships With Global Firms

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

State owned power major NTPC has signed agreements with global nuclear energy companies to explore collaboration on large nuclear power projects in India. The company has entered into non disclosure agreements with Russia’s Rosatom and France’s EDF to enable the sharing of technical information and assessment of potential partnerships. The pacts are aimed at evaluating