Delhi-NCR to Hold Mega Mock Disaster Drill on August 1

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2025

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Authorities in Delhi-NCR will conduct a large-scale mock disaster drill on August 1, 2025, simulating a high-intensity earthquake and chemical emergency scenario. The exercise, named ‘Exercise Suraksha Chakra’, is being led by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) in collaboration

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Delhi Challenges Vehicle Age Ban in Supreme Court

By BPN News Desk July 28, 2025

The Delhi government has approached the Supreme Court seeking a review of the ban on older petrol and diesel vehicles in the capital and surrounding NCR areas. The case is expected to be heard on Monday, July 28, by a bench led by Chief Justice B. R. Gavai. Appeal Against Blanket Ban The government’s petition […]

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Jalandhar Hospital Oxygen Glitch Linked to Three Patient Deaths

By BPN News Desk July 28, 2025

On the evening of Sunday, July 27, three critically ill patients on ventilator support at the Trauma Centre of Jalandhar Civil Hospital died within about 35 minutes. Hospital authorities confirmed a brief drop in oxygen pressure took place around 7:15–7:50 PM during a planned supply changeover. The patients, already in serious condition, were unable to survive […]

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Six Killed in Haridwar Temple Stampede

By BPN News Desk July 27, 2025

A tragic stampede at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar on July 27 claimed the lives of six devotees and left more than 30 others injured. The incident took place early in the morning during the Shravan month pilgrimage, when a large crowd had gathered to offer prayers. Panic Triggered by False Alarm According to […]

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Five Officials Suspended in Jhalawar School Collapse

By BPN News Desk July 26, 2025

The Rajasthan government has suspended five education department officials after a tragic school roof collapse in Piplodi village of Jhalawar district claimed the lives of seven students and injured more than 25 others. The action comes amid public outrage and political pressure over the incident, which has raised serious questions about infrastructure safety in government

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7 Children Killed in Rajasthan School Collapse

By BPN News Desk July 25, 2025

At least seven students died and 29 others were injured when the roof of a government school building collapsed in Rajasthan’s Jhalawar district on Thursday morning. The incident took place around 8:30 a.m. at the Piplodi Government School in the Manohar Thana area, during the morning assembly. Rescue Operations and Casualties Local authorities confirmed that […]

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Prashant Kishor Leaves Rally Midway Due to Rib Injury

By BPN News Desk July 19, 2025

Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor had to cut short his public meeting in Bhojpur district on Friday after suffering a minor injury to his rib. The incident occurred while Kishor was interacting with supporters at a crowded rally venue in Arrah. Party officials said Kishor brushed against a vehicle or pole while navigating through […]

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CM Nitish Kumar Promises Free Power Up to 125 Units Ahead of Bihar Polls

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2025

In a key pre-poll announcement, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has declared that all domestic households in the state will receive 125 units of free electricity per month, starting 1 August 2025. The move is expected to benefit around 1.67 crore families and comes just months ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections due later this […]

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Five Delhi Schools Receive Bomb Threat Emails

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

Five prominent schools in Delhi received bomb threat emails on Wednesday, leading to immediate evacuations and extensive security checks. The schools targeted included institutions in Dwarka, Vasant Kunj, Paschim Vihar, Hauz Khas, and Lodi Estate. As a precaution, all students and staff were evacuated and bomb disposal teams conducted thorough inspections. No explosives

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Golden Temple Gets Second Bomb Threat in 24 Hours

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

The Golden Temple in Amritsar received a second bomb threat within 24 hours, triggering heightened security measures around the sacred complex. The threat was issued through an email on July 15, claiming that RDX explosives had been planted inside the Temple’s pipes and included a specific time for detonation. Police and SGPC Respond Swiftly Following […]