National

India’s Global Export Surge: Petroleum, Gems, and Sugar Lead the Way

By BPN News Desk November 4, 2024

India has made substantial strides in export markets over the past five years, with significant gains in sectors including petroleum, gemstones, sugar, agrochemicals, and more, according to data released by the Ministry of Commerce. The analysis reveals that India’s export market share has grown notably across these industries, reflecting the country’s enhanced

National Politics

PM Modi Targets JMM Government, Vows BJP’s Return in Jharkhand

By BPN News Desk November 4, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp critique against the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)-led government at a rally in Garhwa, Jharkhand, accusing it of hindering the state’s progress and neglecting development. Addressing BJP supporters, PM Modi expressed confidence that the upcoming Assembly elections would mark the end of the Hemant Soren administration, paving

National

Terrorists Launch Grenade Attack in Srinagar Market, Injuring 12

By BPN News Desk November 4, 2024

A grenade attack by terrorists in Srinagar’s crowded flea market injured 12 people on Sunday, including two women. The explosion occurred near the Tourist Reception Centre (TRC) in the heart of the city, close to the heavily guarded All India Radio and Doordarshan Kendra complex, officials said. The grenade was reportedly aimed at a Central […]

National Politics

PM Modi to Address Two Key Election Rallies in Jharkhand Today

By BPN News Desk November 4, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to address two crucial rallies in Jharkhand on Monday as part of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) campaign for the upcoming state assembly elections. The rallies will be held in Chaibasa and Garhwa, areas where the BJP aims to solidify its support ahead of the two-phase polling set for […]

Defence National

Indian Army Departs for Joint Exercise Vajra Prahar with U.S.

By BPN News Desk November 3, 2024

A contingent of the Indian Army recently departed for the United States to participate in the joint military exercise, Vajra Prahar, aimed at strengthening the operational coordination and camaraderie between Indian and American armed forces. Held annually, Exercise Vajra Prahar is part of a series of defense cooperation efforts between India and the U.S. that […]

Economy National

India Expected to Rank as World’s Fourth Largest Economy by 2025

By BPN News Desk November 3, 2024

According to a recent International Monetary Fund (IMF) report, India is set to become the fourth largest economy globally by the fiscal year 2025, surpassing Japan. This projection follows India’s recent rise to the fifth spot among the world’s fastest-growing economies, with a GDP estimated at $4.34 trillion. United States Maintains Lead Among Top Global […]

National Politics

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Slams BJP Over Corruption, Modi’s “Empty Promises” Remarks

By BPN News Desk November 2, 2024

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has launched a strong attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, criticizing his remarks about “empty promises” and directing attention towards what he described as the “disastrous” legacy of the BJP in Karnataka. In a post on social media platform X, Siddaramaiah called out the Prime Minister to review the BJP’s governance

Economy National

October GST Revenue Hits Second-Highest at Rs 1.87 Lakh Crore

By BPN News Desk November 2, 2024

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue for October surged to Rs 1.87 lakh crore, recording the second-highest monthly collection since the GST regime’s inception in 2017. Driven by heightened festival demand, the October figure shows an 8.9% increase compared to the Rs 1.72 lakh crore collected in October 2023. This follows the record GST […]

Defence National

Indian Army Departs for Indonesia to Begin ‘Garud Shakti’ Joint Exercise

By BPN News Desk November 2, 2024

An Indian Army Special Forces contingent has departed for Jakarta, Indonesia, to participate in the 9th edition of Exercise Garud Shakti. Comprising 25 personnel from The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces), the Indian unit will join 40 Indonesian Special Forces (Kopassus) personnel for the two-week exercise. Scheduled from November 1 to November 12, 2024, the exercise

Defence National

Indian Army to Resume Patrolling in Depsang After Disengagement

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2024

The Indian Army is set to resume patrolling in the Depsang plains along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Eastern Ladakh, following coordinated efforts at Demchok, according to Army sources. This development follows the recent completion of a mutual disengagement process at these points, restoring troop positions and infrastructure to pre-April 2020 levels after […]