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ICC Arrest Warrant for Netanyahu Sparks Global Division

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2024

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued an arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of alleged war crimes in Gaza. This unprecedented move has led to sharp divisions among world leaders, with some applauding the decision as a step towards justice, while others view it as politically motivated. Allegations Against Netanyahu

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Sukma Encounter: 10 Maoists Killed, Weapons Recovered

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2024

In a major breakthrough in anti-Naxal operations, security forces neutralized 10 Maoists in an intense encounter in Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, on Friday. The operation, conducted in the dense jungles of Korajuguda, Dantewada, Nagaram, and Bhandarpadar, involved joint efforts by the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). Inspector

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US SEC Alleges Adani Bribery to Secure Solar Power Deals

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2024

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has accused Gautam Adani of offering bribes to secure solar power procurement deals, particularly through discussions with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy in August 2021. These claims, part of the SEC’s court filings, allege Adani sought to address the state’s hesitancy to finalize agreements

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Delhi’s Air Quality Remains ‘Very Poor’ Amid Weather Changes

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2024

Delhi’s air quality continues to be a pressing issue, with pollution levels remaining in the ‘very poor’ category, according to officials. The Air Quality Index (AQI) registered concerning numbers on Wednesday, raising alarms about worsening atmospheric conditions. Impact of Weather on Air Quality Meteorological factors such as reduced wind speed and

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Kim Accuses US of Escalating Tensions, Warns of Nuclear War

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2024

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has accused the United States of escalating tensions on the Korean peninsula to unprecedented levels, claiming the region faces the gravest risk of nuclear war in history. His remarks were delivered during a military exhibition in Pyongyang on Thursday, as reported by state media outlet KCNA. “Unchanging Aggression” From […]

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CBI Launches Probe into ₹6,600 Crore Bitcoin Scam

By BPN News Desk November 21, 2024

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched an inquiry into a massive ₹6,600 crore Bitcoin scam allegedly involving Maharashtra politicians Supriya Sule and Nana Patole. The investigation gained momentum with the CBI summoning Gaurav Mehta, an employee of Sarathi Associates, shortly after the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at his residence in

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Waqf Bill to Be Tabled in Winter Session, Confirms Kiren Rijiju

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2024

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju announced that the Waqf Bill will be introduced during Parliament’s upcoming Winter Session. The bill aims to address regulatory concerns surrounding Waqf properties and streamline governance mechanisms. Legislative Intent Speaking at a public event, Rijiju emphasized the importance of the Waqf Bill in enhancing transparency and

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Delhi-NCR Air Quality Deteriorates to ‘Severe,’ Visibility Drops

By BPN News Desk November 19, 2024

Delhi-NCR woke up to another day of thick smog and alarmingly poor air quality as the Air Quality Index (AQI) plunged to the “severe” category on Monday, November 19. The worsening pollution has significantly reduced visibility across the region, causing disruptions in transport and raising health concerns. AQI Crosses ‘Severe’ Threshold Real-time

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₹1,000 Crore Seized in State Elections, 7x More Than 2019

By BPN News Desk November 19, 2024

Enforcement agencies have seized over ₹1,000 crore worth of cash, liquor, and other illicit items during the ongoing elections in Maharashtra, Jharkhand, and 14 other states holding bypolls, the Election Commission announced on Monday. The staggering figure is seven times higher than the ₹122.37 crore seized during the 2019 assembly elections in these two states. […]

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Water Taxi Services to Connect Mumbai with Navi Mumbai Airport

By BPN News Desk November 19, 2024

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced the launch of water taxi services that will link various parts of Mumbai to the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport, slashing travel time to just 17 minutes. Speaking at a rally in Thane, Gadkari highlighted how the initiative aims to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution in the Mumbai metropolitan […]