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Omar Abdullah to Take Oath as Jammu and Kashmir CM on Wednesday

By BPN News Desk October 15, 2024

Omar Abdullah, Vice President of the National Conference (NC), is set to take oath as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. This development follows an invitation from Lieutenant Governor (LG) Manoj Sinha, asking him to form and lead the government after the NC-Congress alliance secured victory in the recent […]

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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In a historic development for Jammu and Kashmir, President’s rule has officially been revoked following the first elections in the region since 2014.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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UP Minister Claims Cowshed Cleaning Can Cure Cancer

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2024

In a surprising and controversial statement, Uttar Pradesh Minister Sanjay Singh Gangwar claimed that cleaning and lying in a cowshed can cure cancer, while stroking a cow’s back can reduce high blood pressure. Gangwar made these remarks during the inauguration of the Kanha Gaushala in Nougawa Pakadiya, UP, on Sunday, stirring significant debate. Cow Products […]

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Haryana BJP Government Swearing-In Set for October 17

By BPN News Desk October 12, 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has officially announced that the swearing-in ceremony for the newly elected government in Haryana will take place on October 17 in Panchkula. This follows the party’s success in securing more than a majority in the recently concluded Haryana assembly elections. PM Modi to Attend Haryana Swearing-In Ceremony The BJP’s statement […]

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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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Delhi Police Seizes Rs 2,000 Crore Worth Cocaine Hidden in Snack Packets

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2024

New Delhi: In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, the Delhi Police Special Cell seized approximately 200 kilograms of cocaine worth Rs 2,000 crore from a warehouse in the Ramesh Nagar area on Thursday. The illegal consignment, concealed in packets labeled as ‘namkeen’ (snacks), was linked to an international drug cartel operating in India and […]

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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 […]