Earthquake in Tajikistan Felt in Kashmir

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

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A moderate earthquake measuring 5.3 in magnitude struck Tajikistan early on Friday, with tremors felt in parts of Kashmir and surrounding regions. The seismic event occurred in the early hours of the morning, and residents reported feeling shaking in several areas of the valley. Details of the

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Greater Noida Residents Fall Ill Over Water Concerns

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2026

Several residents of Delta 1 sector in Greater Noida have reported falling ill over the past few days, with complaints ranging from diarrhoea and vomiting to stomach pain and weakness. Locals said the symptoms appeared after consuming drinking water supplied to the area. Many residents alleged that the water had an unusual colour and smell, […]

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Delhi Ministers Orders Tougher Water Pipeline Checks

By BPN News Desk January 7, 2026

The Delhi government has directed the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) to step up inspections and monitoring of the city’s water supply pipelines to prevent contamination and protect public health. The move aims to strengthen water safety across the national capital. New Inspection Measures Delhi’s Water Minister Parvesh Verma instructed the DJB to intensify regular inspections […]

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2.89 Crore Voter Names Removed from UP Draft Rolls

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

The Election Commission has released the draft electoral roll for Uttar Pradesh following a Special Intensive Revision exercise, with around 2.89 crore voter names removed from the list. The update reflects one of the largest roll revisions undertaken in the state in recent years and aims to improve the accuracy of the voter database ahead […]

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Indore Water Crisis: 20 New Diarrhoea Cases Found

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

Health authorities in Indore have detected 20 new diarrhoea cases during ongoing door to door screening in areas affected by water contamination. The cases were identified as part of a large scale public health exercise aimed at tracing infections linked to polluted drinking water. Officials said thousands of residents have already been screened as surveillance […]

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Dozens Charged for Violating VPN Ban in Jammu and Kashmir

By BPN News Desk January 4, 2026

Police in Jammu and Kashmir have booked dozens of individuals for allegedly violating a ban on the use of virtual private networks, or VPNs, imposed by local administrations in parts of the Union Territory. The action follows intensified enforcement of prohibitory orders issued by district authorities citing security concerns. FIRs Filed and Action Taken According […]

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Indore Water Contamination Leaves Hundreds Hospitalised

By BPN News Desk January 3, 2026

Indore is grappling with a serious public health emergency after contamination of the municipal water supply caused widespread illness in several parts of the city, including the Bhagirathpura area. Residents reported symptoms such as diarrhoea, vomiting, and dehydration after consuming tap water, prompting an immediate response from health authorities. Officials confirmed

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Train Collision in Chamoli Tunnel Injures 65

By BPN News Desk December 31, 2025

At least 65 workers were injured after two locomotive trains collided inside an under-construction hydropower tunnel in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district on December 31. The accident occurred during operations linked to a hydropower project when one locomotive reportedly rammed into another inside the narrow tunnel, triggering panic among workers present at the site. Rescue

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Delhi Fog Disrupts Flights and Train Services

By BPN News Desk December 30, 2025

Dense fog enveloped Delhi and surrounding regions early on Tuesday, sharply reducing visibility and causing widespread disruption to air and rail services. The weather conditions affected normal movement across the national capital, with visibility dropping to very low levels during the early morning hours. Flight Operations Hit At Indira Gandhi International Airport,

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Delhi AQI Turns Severe As Dense Fog Hits Travel

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

Delhi’s air quality slipped into the “severe” category as the Air Quality Index crossed the 400 mark in several parts of the city. Monitoring stations reported hazardous pollution levels, with poor dispersion conditions and winter weather contributing to the sharp deterioration. Authorities said the combination of low wind speed, high moisture and emissions led to […]