Nepal Protest Over Tax On Indian Imports

By BPN News Desk April 20, 2026

International

A fresh protest has erupted in Nepal over the government’s move to strictly enforce customs duty on goods brought in from India if their value exceeds NPR 100. The issue has triggered strong reactions in border regions, especially among communities that depend on small cross-border purchases

South India State News

Stalin Burns Delimitation Bill Copy in Protest

By BPN News Desk April 16, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin staged a public protest against the proposed Delimitation Bill on April 16, calling it a “black law” and accusing the Centre of trying to weaken southern states politically. The protest took place in Namakkal as opposition to the Bill intensified in Tamil Nadu during the election season. Stalin Delimitation […]

North India State News

Noida Violence Probe Widens As 350 Arrested

By BPN News Desk April 14, 2026

Police in Noida have arrested around 350 people after labour protests turned violent across several industrial areas, with the Uttar Pradesh government describing the unrest as a possible planned conspiracy. The violence followed worker demonstrations over wages and labour conditions, but officials are also examining whether outside elements helped escalate the situation.

International

Albanese Heckled At Sydney Mosque Over Gaza

By BPN News Desk March 20, 2026

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was heckled by protesters during an Eid al-Fitr visit to Lakemba Mosque in Sydney on Friday, as anger over his government’s position on the Gaza war spilled into a major public event attended by thousands. Albanese Heckled At Sydney Mosque The disruption took place about 15 minutes after Albanese and […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Ruchi Tiwari Assault Video, Why Delhi Police Still Avoid Arrests

By BPN News Desk February 15, 2026

A journalist stands in the middle of a public road inside the national capital. A crowd gathers. The crowd turns hostile. Threats are shouted. She is surrounded and physically intimidated. The entire sequence is recorded on video and circulates across the country within hours. A complaint is filed. An FIR is registered. And then… nothing […]

International

Don Lemon Arrested Over Minnesota Church Protest

By BPN News Desk January 31, 2026

Former CNN anchor Don Lemon has been arrested in connection with a protest that disrupted a church service in Minnesota, according to U.S. law enforcement officials. Protest During Church Service The incident occurred at a church in St. Paul, where a protest linked to immigration policies interrupted a religious service earlier this month. Authorities said […]

National Politics

Congress to Launch Nationwide Protest Over Rural Jobs Law

By BPN News Desk December 27, 2025

The Congress party has announced a nationwide protest beginning January 5 to demand the repeal of the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, which replaced the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act. The party said the campaign will be carried out across states and districts to mobilise rural workers and draw […]

National

Gig Workers Protest in Gurugram, Delay Deliveries

By BPN News Desk December 26, 2025

Gig economy workers protested across Gurugram on Thursday, 25 December 2025, leading to delays in food and delivery services for many customers. Workers associated with major delivery platforms gathered at several points in the city and temporarily logged off from their apps to press for better pay and working conditions. The action was part of […]

North India State News

Delhi Clean‐Air Protest Turns Violent at India Gate

By BPN News Desk November 24, 2025

A protest against Delhi’s worsening air pollution turned violent on Sunday near India Gate and C-Hexagon when demonstrators allegedly attacked police officers with pepper spray. The crowd had gathered to demand urgent action against toxic air quality, but tensions escalated when protesters blocked roads and refused to disperse. Authorities detained 15 people involved in

International

Nepal Imposes Travel Ban On Ex-PM Over Protest Violence

By BPN News Desk September 29, 2025

Nepal’s interim government has placed travel restrictions on former Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli and four other senior former officials following violent protests that shook the country. The ban prevents them from leaving Nepal, and they may also need permission to leave Kathmandu Valley. Commission Recommends Action After Unrest The move follows the recommendation of