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 […]

National

PM’s Economic Advisory Council Chairman Bibek Debroy Passes Away at 69

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2024

Renowned economist and Chairman of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Economic Advisory Council, Bibek Debroy, passed away at the age of 69. Known for his significant contributions to India’s economic and intellectual landscape, Debroy was also a Padma Shri awardee. He died at AIIMS Delhi early today due to an intestinal obstruction, according to a statement […]

National

NSA Doval and US Counterpart Discuss Indo-Pacific Security, Bolster Bilateral Ties

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2024

In a pivotal diplomatic conversation, India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval engaged in discussions with his US counterpart, NSA Jake Sullivan, focusing on regional security and strategic stability, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. The dialogue reflects the increasingly robust partnership between the two nations, united by democratic principles and converging

National Politics

BJP Leader Devender Singh Rana Passes Away at 59

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2024

Devender Singh Rana, a senior BJP leader and MLA from Jammu’s Nagrota constituency, passed away on Thursday at a private hospital in Faridabad, Haryana. Rana, 59, was undergoing treatment at the facility. He is survived by his wife Gunjan Rana, daughters Devyani and Ketki, and son Adhiraj Singh. His passing has left a void in […]