North India State News

Delhi Engulfed in Thick Fog as Air Quality Drops to ‘Poor’ Category

By BPN News Desk October 19, 2024

A thick layer of fog blanketed Delhi on Saturday, as the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) plummeted to 251, categorized as ‘Poor’ by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The worsening air quality has raised concerns, particularly in areas like Anand Vihar, where the AQI touched 334, placing it in the ‘Very Poor’ category. Poor […]

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Former Delhi Minister Satyendar Jain Granted Bail After 2 Years

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2024

Former Delhi Health Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Satyendar Jain has been granted bail in a money laundering case after spending over two years in jail. Jain was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering investigation, and after a lengthy legal battle, the court has now granted him […]

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Omar Abdullah Returns as First CM of J&K Union Territory

By BPN News Desk October 17, 2024

National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah assumed office as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday, marking a pivotal moment in the Union territory’s political landscape. Abdullah’s return to the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar was met with a grand reception, where he was welcomed by officers, employees, and given a ceremonial guard of […]

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Poll Body Defends EVMs Against Hacking Allegations from Congress

By BPN News Desk October 16, 2024

As Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar announced the dates for the Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly elections, he addressed allegations from the Congress regarding the security of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) after the party’s defeat in the Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir elections. The Congress had raised concerns, questioning if EVMs could be hacked in a

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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 […]