International

U.S. May Abandon Peace Mediation Efforts in Russia-Ukraine Conflict

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

The United States is reportedly prepared to withdraw from efforts to mediate a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine, reflecting growing frustration over the lack of diplomatic progress and changing geopolitical calculations. According to recent reports, U.S. officials no longer see themselves as essential intermediaries in the stalled negotiations, especially as both

International

India Seeks Deeper UK Collaboration in Defence Innovation

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

India’s Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane has called upon the United Kingdom’s defence industry to explore strategic partnerships with Indian defence startups, emphasizing co-development and co-production as key pillars for future cooperation. His remarks came during a high-level interaction with UK defence stakeholders, as part of the India-UK Defence

Op-Eds Opinion

Anurag Kashyap’s Brahmin Abuse: Maharashtra Government and Mumbai Police’s Inaction Is a National Shamel Shame

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap recently made a statement that should have triggered outrage across the nation. In response to a provocative social media comment, he wrote, “I will urinate on Brahmins. Any problem?” This wasn’t a joke, nor was it a moment of cinematic provocation. It was a clear, caste-based slur directed at an entire community […]

Op-Eds Opinion

BJP-ADMK Alliance Shakes Up Tamil Nadu Politics Ahead of 2026 Assembly Polls

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

Though the Tamil Nadu Assembly election is scheduled for next year, political parties have already begun shaping their strategies. As things stand, the DMK appears to have held its alliance intact, largely due to its alignment with the INDIA bloc formed to counter the BJP nationally. Although the BJP remains a minor force in Tamil […]

Bollywood Entertainment

Movie Review: Kesari Chapter 2 – A Stirring Courtroom Drama That Echoes Through History

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

Rating: 3.5/5 Following the roaring patriotism of the 2019 Kesari, Kesari Chapter 2 shifts gears into a more somber, intellectual space, opting for a courtroom drama rooted in historical trauma. This time, the battleground isn’t a fort under siege but the echoing halls of colonial justice — and leading the charge is Akshay Kumar, portraying […]

Government Policies National

India’s DBT System Saves ₹3.48 Lakh Crore Since 2013, Slashes Subsidy Leakages by Half

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

India’s Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system has saved the exchequer a staggering ₹3.48 lakh crore since its inception in 2013, according to official data released this week. By replacing traditional welfare disbursement models with a digitally monitored, Aadhaar-linked transfer mechanism, the government has significantly curtailed subsidy leakages and improved the

Defence National

India Pushes for Deeper Customization of Rafale Jets

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is expected to formally request access to the source code of its Rafale fighter jets from French aerospace major Dassault Aviation, aiming to enhance the aircraft’s capability to integrate indigenous weapons and electronic systems. This move aligns with India’s broader push for strategic autonomy and technological self-reliance in its defense

International

SpaceX Tapped for Ambitious U.S. Missile Defense Project

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has reportedly emerged as the leading contender to build the ambitious new missile defense system proposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, dubbed the “Golden Dome.” This futuristic shield is envisioned as an all-encompassing protective layer over the United States, inspired by Israel’s Iron Dome but designed for a much larger scale […]

National

India’s First AI Server Marks Leap Toward Tech Sovereignty

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled India’s first indigenously developed Artificial Intelligence server named ‘AIRAWAT Adi Shakti’, showcasing the country’s growing capabilities in advanced computing infrastructure. The server was developed as part of the National Supercomputing Mission and signals a major step in India’s journey towards self-reliance

Defence National

CRPF’s CoBRA Commandos Shift Focus to Kashmir Valley

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

In a significant redeployment, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has now tasked its elite CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) units with counter-terrorism operations in Jammu and Kashmir, marking a strategic shift from their primary role in anti-Maoist operations. Known for their jungle warfare expertise and precision raids in Left-Wing Extremism (LWE)