North India State News

Amit Shah Says Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Remains Strong

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said tourist interest in Jammu and Kashmir remains strong, noting that visitors from across India continue to travel to the region in large numbers. The statement comes as authorities track tourism trends following recent developments in the Union Territory. Amit Shah On Jammu And Kashmir Tourism Amit Shah said the […]

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Omar Abdullah Presents Jammu and Kashmir Budget

By BPN News Desk February 7, 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah presented the Union Territory’s budget, outlining a ₹1.27 lakh crore spending plan focused on development, welfare and economic expansion. The proposal emphasises infrastructure growth, employment generation and social sector support. ₹1.27 Lakh Crore Jammu and Kashmir Budget Highlights The budget allocates significant funds

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Over 800 People Reported Missing in Delhi

By BPN News Desk February 4, 2026

Police data shows that more than 800 people were reported missing in Delhi during the first 15 days of 2026, prompting authorities to intensify efforts to locate them and address public safety concerns. Breakdown of Missing Persons According to law enforcement figures, the majority of missing persons are young adults and teenagers, with several believed […]

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Rajasthan Ready to Use New Budget Incentives

By BPN News Desk February 3, 2026

The Rajasthan government says it is fully prepared to take advantage of the incentives announced for the state in the Union Budget 2026–27. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said the state has identified projects and schemes that will benefit from new funding and policy support. Focus on Growth and Investment The Chief Minister said Rajasthan […]

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Earthquake of Magnitude 4.7 Hits Baramulla

By BPN News Desk February 2, 2026

An earthquake measuring magnitude 4.7 struck the Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday morning, according to the Indian seismic monitoring agency. The tremor was felt in several parts of the Kashmir Valley, but there were no reports of major damage or casualties. Location and Depth The quake’s epicentre was near Baramulla town, with […]

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Gurugram Schools Receive Bomb Threat Emails

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2026

Four private schools in Gurugram received bomb threat emails on Wednesday morning, triggering emergency security checks across multiple campuses. The emails were sent to official school email IDs shortly after 7 am, prompting school authorities to immediately inform the police. Security Checks Conducted, No Threat Found Police teams, bomb disposal units and sniffer dog

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Bomb Threat Emails Sent to Schools in Ahmedabad, Noida

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

Several schools in Ahmedabad and Noida received bomb threat emails, triggering security alerts just days before Republic Day. The emails were sent to official school accounts, prompting immediate action by local authorities. Emergency Response In Noida, multiple schools, including prominent private institutions, were evacuated as a precaution. Students were sent home or

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Delhi Records Very Poor Air Quality Amid Cold Spell

By BPN News Desk January 16, 2026

Delhi continued to grapple with very poor air quality on January 16, 2026, with the Air Quality Index remaining in the very poor category across several monitoring stations. High concentrations of PM2.5 and PM10 pollutants were recorded, making the air unhealthy, particularly for vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly and those with respiratory conditions. […]

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Ayodhya Bans Non-Veg Food Delivery Near Ram Temple

By BPN News Desk January 11, 2026

The Ayodhya administration has imposed a ban on the delivery of non-vegetarian food within a 15-kilometre radius of the Ram temple, citing the need to maintain the religious sanctity of the area. The restriction applies to restaurants, hotels, homestays and online food delivery platforms operating in the designated zone. Officials said the decision was taken […]

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Small Aircraft Crash-Lands Near Rourkela Airstrip

By BPN News Desk January 11, 2026

A small aircraft made an emergency landing near the Rourkela airstrip in Odisha on Saturday, leaving six people injured. The incident occurred when the aircraft, operating a short domestic flight, reportedly developed a technical problem shortly before landing. The aircraft came down in an open area a few kilometres away from the runway. All six […]