International

Indian MPs Briefed on Bangladesh Army Chief’s Role in National Stability

By BPN News Desk March 27, 2025

Members of India’s parliamentary committees were recently briefed on the significant role played by Bangladesh’s Army Chief, General Waker-uz-Zaman, in maintaining national stability during the country’s recent political transition. Background on Bangladesh’s Political Transition In August 2024, facing widespread protests and political unrest, Prime

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Centre Approves 24% Salary Hike for MPs, Monthly Income Now ₹2.81 Lakh

By BPN News Desk March 27, 2025

The Indian government has approved a 24% increase in the salaries, pensions, and allowances of Members of Parliament (MPs), effective from April 1, 2023. This revision raises the base salary of MPs from ₹1 lakh to ₹1.24 lakh per month, while constituency allowances increase from ₹70,000 to ₹87,000, and office expenses rise from ₹60,000 to […]

International

China Deploys Security Forces in Pakistan Amid Rising Terror Attacks

By BPN News Desk March 27, 2025

In a significant shift in security measures, China has deployed its security forces in Pakistan for the first time to protect its citizens and projects amid growing terror threats in the region. This development follows recent attacks by Baloch militants, including a bomb blast that targeted a Pakistani military bus and an attack on the […]

Business Industry Markets

Crude Oil Reserves Discovered on Freedom Fighter’s Land in Uttar Pradesh

By BPN News Desk March 27, 2025

A significant discovery of crude oil reserves has been made in Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, on land owned by the family of freedom fighter Chittu Pandey. This find follows a three-month survey in the Ganga basin, which identified oil deposits at a depth of 3,000 meters. Exploration and Economic Implications The Oil and Natural Gas […]

Defence National

7th Tejas Mk1A Aircraft Rolls Out, Marking Key Milestone for HAL

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2025

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has achieved a significant milestone in India’s indigenous defense aviation program with the successful rollout of the 7th Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A jet, designated LA-5039. This event, which took place on March 25, 2025, showcases the progress of HAL’s ambitious Tejas program, demonstrating the company’s accelerated

Defence National

Government Signs ₹6,900 Crore Defence Contracts with Bharat Forge and Tata Advanced Systems

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2025

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has entered into significant agreements totaling ₹6,900 crore with Bharat Forge Limited and Tata Advanced Systems Limited. These contracts aim to enhance India’s artillery capabilities and military mobility. Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems (ATAGS) Bharat Forge, emerging as the lowest bidder, will manufacture 60% of the 155mm/52

Celebrity News

Kunal Kamra Summoned Again Amidst Ongoing Feud with Nirmala Sitharaman

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2025

Comedian Kunal Kamra has found himself at the center of controversy once again, this time with a second summons issued against him. The summons come as part of his ongoing feud with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, which has escalated due to Kamra’s satirical comments about the minister. Despite the legal pressure, Kamra has doubled […]

Economy National

WhatsApp Messages Help Uncover ₹200 Crore Tax Evasion

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2025

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman recently defended the provisions of the new Income Tax Bill, 2025, emphasizing the role of digital evidence in uncovering financial misconduct. The minister revealed that WhatsApp messages were instrumental in uncovering ₹200 crore linked to tax evasion through crypto assets. This revelation came during her address to the Lok

National

45,811 Cooperative Societies Under Liquidation in India

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2025

The Indian government recently revealed that a total of 45,811 cooperative societies out of the 8.32 lakh registered societies are currently under liquidation. The Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, provided these figures in a response to the Rajya Sabha, highlighting that as of March 2025, 6.37 lakh societies remain operational, while over 1.5 lakh are […]

National

India Faces $346 Billion Debt Challenge Amidst Pandemic Borrowing

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2025

India confronts a significant fiscal challenge with sovereign bonds totaling Rs 29.6 lakh crore (approximately $346 billion) maturing over the next five years. This substantial debt accumulation stems from extensive borrowing during the pandemic to support various relief measures. Government’s Debt Management Strategy To address this looming debt burden, the