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President’s Rule Revoked in J&K, Paving Way for New Government

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2024

In a historic development for Jammu and Kashmir, President’s rule has officially been revoked following the first elections in the region since 2014. This comes after the collapse of the PDP-BJP alliance in June 2018 and the subsequent imposition of President’s rule. The elections, held in three phases between September 18 and October 1, mark […]

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Congress Suspends Amravati MLA Sulbha Khodke for Anti-Party Activities

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2024

In a significant development ahead of the Maharashtra assembly elections, the Congress has suspended Amravati MLA Sulbha Khodke for six years due to alleged “anti-party activities.” The suspension was announced on October 12, signaling a clear stance by the party against internal dissent. Congress Suspends Sulbha Khodke The decision to suspend Khodke follows

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Election Dates for Maharashtra, Jharkhand Expected Soon

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2024

The Election Commission is expected to announce the dates for the upcoming assembly elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand in the coming week, according to a report by The Times of India. Polling is anticipated to take place in the second or third week of November, just after the festive season. Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly Elections […]

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NCP Leader Baba Siddique Shot Dead in Mumbai, Two Suspects Detained

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2024

Baba Siddique, a senior leader of the Ajit Pawar faction of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and former Maharashtra minister, was shot dead in Mumbai on October 12. The shooting occurred outside his son Zeeshan Siddique’s MLA office near Colgate Ground in Nirmal Nagar, Bandra. According to reports, two to three rounds were fired, and […]

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RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Highlights National Strength, Cultural Unity on Vijayadashami

By Editor - News Desk October 12, 2024

On the occasion of Vijayadashami Utsav 2024, RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat delivered a powerful speech underscoring the importance of national strength, cultural unity, and self-reliance as the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) approaches its centenary year. Addressing the gathering, Bhagwat highlighted key historical figures and their contributions to Bharat’s cultural

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Rahul Gandhi Unhappy with Haryana Congress Leaders After Poll Defeat – Report

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2024

New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi reportedly expressed his frustration with the party’s Haryana unit,  and blaming them for the recent electoral defeat in the state according to reports. During a brief review meeting held at party president Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence, Gandhi criticized the factionalism and internal discord among the state leaders, attributing

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National Conference Secures Majority in J&K with Support of Independent MLAs

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

Srinagar: The National Conference (NC), led by Omar Abdullah, has secured a majority in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly after receiving the support of four Independent MLAs, reducing its reliance on alliance partner Congress. With this move, the NC now commands 46 seats in the 90-member Assembly, surpassing the majority mark without needing Congress’s […]

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PM Modi Criticizes Congress for Allegations Against EC

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi calls out Congress for questioning Election Commission over Haryana poll results, labels it a “Parasite Party”. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday lashed out at the Congress party over its complaint to the Election Commission regarding an alleged “slowdown” in updating assembly poll results in Haryana. Addressing

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Mayawati Criticizes Jat Community’s “Casteist” Mindset Post Haryana Poll Loss

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2024

BSP Chief Mayawati attributed her party’s poor performance in the recent Haryana Assembly elections to the “casteist mindset” of the Jat community, urging them to change their mentality. Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati on Tuesday voiced her disappointment over the party’s defeat in the Haryana state elections, blaming the “casteist” mentality

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NC Dominates J&K Assembly Polls 2024; PDP Loses Ground

By BPN News Desk October 8, 2024

The 2024 Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections have witnessed a dramatic shift in political power, with the National Conference (NC) making significant gains and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) suffering major losses. According to the latest data, NC has secured a 47% share of the seats, a considerable increase from its 17% share in the […]