Karma for Kamra: When Free Speech Becomes a Convenient Cause

By BPN News Desk March 24, 2025

Editorials Opinion

Kunal Kamra is hurt. Not physically—though a vandalized comedy venue can certainly bruise the ego—but morally, philosophically, democratically. The comedian is now the poster child for free speech, surrounded by the usual sound bites: “intolerance,” “fascism,” “muzzling dissent.” And right

State News West India

Raj Thackeray Slams BJP Over Ministerial Appointments

By BPN News Desk January 31, 2025

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray has strongly criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing it of favoring corrupt politicians by appointing them as ministers instead of prosecuting them. His remarks have added fuel to the ongoing political tensions in Maharashtra. “Instead of sending corrupt politicians to jail, BJP has made them

State News West India

Ajit Pawar’s Mother Calls for NCP Reunion Amid Political Uncertainty

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2025

Ajit Pawar’s mother and other senior Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leaders have made an emotional appeal for a reunion between Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and NCP chief Sharad Pawar. The call for reconciliation comes in the aftermath of the Maharashtra elections, a period marked by political shifts and alliances. An Emotional Plea Ajit

National Politics

Congress Faces Setbacks in Haryana and Maharashtra Elections

By BPN News Desk January 1, 2025

After initial signs of revival in the Lok Sabha elections, the Congress party has suffered major setbacks in state elections, particularly in Haryana and Maharashtra. These defeats have raised questions about the party’s strategy and ability to sustain momentum in key regions. Hopes of Revival Post Lok Sabha Elections The Congress had gained renewed confidence […]

State News West India

BJP Resolute on Devendra Fadnavis as Maharashtra Chief Minister

By BPN News Desk November 26, 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reaffirmed its decision to back Devendra Fadnavis as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, despite reported resistance from Eknath Shinde, the leader of the Shiv Sena (Shinde faction). This development has intensified the political dynamics in the state, as coalition tensions between the BJP and the Shiv Sena continue to […]

State News West India

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

National Politics

Sharad Pawar Hints at Retirement After Rajya Sabha Term Ends

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2024

Veteran Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Sharad Pawar, 83, has hinted he may retire from politics after his current term in the Rajya Sabha, which ends in 18 months. Speaking at Baramati, his political stronghold in Maharashtra, Pawar reflected on his long career, acknowledging the support of his constituency, which helped him secure victories as […]