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Gold Prices Reach Record High Amid Global Tensions, Domestic Rates Soar

By Editor - News Desk October 18, 2024

The international gold spot price surged to an unprecedented high of $2,714.10 per ounce on Thursday, as reported by Bloomberg. This significant increase is attributed to various factors, including uncertainty surrounding the upcoming U.S. elections and the escalating conflict in the Middle East. International Gold Prices Hit Record For the first time, international gold

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Han Kang Wins 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

Stockholm: South Korean author Han Kang has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature for her “intense poetic prose that confronts historical traumas and exposes the fragility of human life,” the Swedish Academy announced on Thursday. The prestigious award comes with a prize of 11 million Swedish crowns ($1.1 million). Born in Gwangju, South […]

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India defeat Pakistan by six wickets, secures first win of the tournament

By BPN News Desk October 6, 2024

India 108-4 (Shafali 32) beat Pakistan 105-8 (Arundathi 3-19) by six wickets t India clinched their first victory at the Women’s T20 World Cup with a convincing six-wicket win against Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. The Indian bowlers led the charge, restricting Pakistan to a modest total of 105/8 in their 20 […]

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India’s Forex Reserves Surge to Record $704.88 Billion

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

India’s foreign exchange reserves surged by a massive $12.59 billion to hit an all-time high of $704.88 billion for the week ending September 27, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday. This substantial jump marks one of the highest weekly rises in the country’s reserves and is the first […]

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Crude Oil Prices Surge Amid Middle East Conflict Concerns

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

Crude oil prices saw significant gains in the latest trading session, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East. Brent crude futures rose by 43 cents, or 0.6%, to settle at $78.05 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures increased by 67 cents, or 0.9%, closing at $74.38 per barrel. The upward […]

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Marathi, Bengali Among 5 New Indian Classical Languages

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2024

In a landmark decision, the Union government on Thursday granted classical language status to five more Indian languages: Marathi, Bengali, Pali, Prakrit, and Assamese. This move, announced by Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, raises the number of classical Indian languages to 11, adding to the existing Tamil, Sanskrit, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and

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Supreme Court Stays Madras High Court Order Against Isha Foundation, Seeks Status Report

By Editor - News Desk October 3, 2024

The Supreme Court on Thursday paused the investigation directed by the Madras High Court against the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore, which is run by spiritual leader Sadhguru. The top court restrained Tamil Nadu police from conducting any further enquiry into the allegations raised against the ashram and transferred the case to itself for further […]

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How Iran’s Missiles Bypassed Israel’s Arrow Defense System

By Editor - News Desk October 2, 2024

Israel’s missile defense system, including the advanced Arrow-2 and Arrow-3 systems, was tested to its limits during Iran’s recent missile attack on October 1st, 2024. Despite a generally strong performance, a small number of Iranian missiles successfully evaded interception. This event has raised significant concerns about the vulnerabilities of Israel’s missile

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Israel Condemns Iran’s Missile Attack, Calls It Unprecedented

By BPN News Desk October 2, 2024

In the aftermath of Iran’s recent missile strike on Israeli territory, Israel’s Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, strongly condemned the attack, calling it an “unprecedented” act in the history of warfare. Speaking in an exclusive interview with India Today TV, Azar warned that Iran’s actions would not go unanswered and labeled the move a “serious […]

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Netanyahu Urges Unity as Israel Faces Iranian Missile Strikes

By BPN News Desk October 1, 2024

In a televised address, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged Israeli citizens to remain steadfast and united as the country confronts escalating tensions with Iran. The plea for solidarity comes after Iran launched multiple missiles at Israel, prompting all civilians to seek refuge in bomb shelters. Israel Launches Ground Offensive in Lebanon The missile attack follows