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Indian, Chinese Troops Share Diwali Sweets Amid Border Disengagement

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2024

In a significant diplomatic gesture, Indian and Chinese troops exchanged Diwali sweets along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in five locations, marking a positive step in easing tensions after recent disengagement. This exchange occurred at Chushul Maldo and Daulat Beg Oldi in Ladakh, as well as Banchha near Kibutu, Bumla in Arunachal Pradesh, and […]

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Five Key Sectors Drive 46% of India’s Manufacturing GVA

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2024

According to recent data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), five key sectors contributed 46% of India’s total manufacturing gross value added (GVA) in 2022-23. These industries—basic metals, chemicals, refined petroleum, motor vehicles, and pharmaceuticals—remain central to the country’s manufacturing output. MoSPI’s

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PM Modi Celebrates New Aircraft Facility as “Watershed Moment” for India

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the inauguration of the C-295 aircraft manufacturing facility in Vadodara as a transformative milestone for India’s defence and aerospace sectors. In a LinkedIn post, Modi described the speed of establishing the Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL)-Airbus facility as a remarkable achievement, with the operational setup completed in

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PM Modi Bats for ‘Uniform Civil Code’ and ‘One Nation, One Election’ on National Unity Day

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2024

On National Unity Day, observed on October 31, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized unity and national integrity during a significant event held near the Statue of Unity in Kevadia, Gujarat. Highlighting major governance initiatives, PM Modi reiterated his government’s focus on “One Nation, One Election” to streamline simultaneous elections for both the Lok Sabha and

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Finance Ministry Set to Approve 5-Day Banking Week, Banks to Close on Saturdays

By BPN News Desk October 30, 2024

The Indian banking sector is set to undergo a significant change as the Finance Ministry is expected to approve a 5-day banking week, with banks closed on both Saturdays and Sundays. This move follows an agreement reached between the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) and bank employee unions, with a proposal to slightly extend daily working […]

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Govt Seeks ‘Non-Controversial’ Path for Multirole Fighter Jet Acquisition

By BPN News Desk October 30, 2024

The Indian government is exploring a “non-controversial” approach to acquire 114 multirole fighter jets for the Indian Air Force (IAF), aiming to avoid the controversy that surrounded the 2016 Rafale deal. The decision comes after the Rafale acquisition, which faced political scrutiny and required the sharing of confidential details with the Supreme Court to

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PM Modi Launches Health Projects Worth ₹12,850 Crore on Ayurveda Day

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a series of healthcare initiatives valued at ₹12,850 crore during the celebration of Dhanvantari Jayanti and the 9th Ayurveda Day at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) in New Delhi. These projects aim to strengthen India’s healthcare infrastructure and expand access to essential services across the country. Ayurveda and […]

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JSW Group, POSCO Sign MoU for Integrated Steel Plant in India

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2024

JSW Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with South Korea’s POSCO Group to establish an integrated steel plant in India. The plant, which will have an initial production capacity of 5 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), marks a significant collaboration between the two companies in advancing steel production, battery materials, and renewable energy […]

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PM Modi to Launch Health Coverage for Senior Citizens Above 70 Today

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch a significant health initiative for senior citizens aged 70 and above under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) on Tuesday, October 29. The new scheme will provide free medical coverage up to ₹5 lakh at any AB-PMJAY empaneled hospitals across the country, starting from […]

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Air India Suspends 10 Cabin Crew Members Amid Protest Over New Room-Sharing Policy

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2024

Tata Group-owned Air India has suspended 10 cabin crew members for allegedly instigating protests against the airline’s newly introduced room-sharing policy. This move comes ahead of the planned merger between Air India and Vistara in November. New Room-Sharing Policy Sparks Discontent The revised policy, effective from December 1, requires a section of the cabin