International

China Demands US, Japan Withdraw Typhon from Japan

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

The United States has deployed its ground-based Typhon missile system to Iwakuni, Japan, for the first time. The system uses pre-existing SM-6 and Tomahawk missiles modified for land launch. It was showcased during the joint military exercise Resolute Dragon, which began on September 11 and runs until September 25. China’s Response China condemned the deployment. […]

International

JeM Commander Claims Masood Azhar’s Family Hit in Sindoor Strike

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

A senior commander of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Masood Ilyas Kashmiri, has claimed in a video that members of Masood Azhar’s family were killed during Operation Sindoor. He said the Bahawalpur strike destroyed part of the family, describing it as being “torn into pieces.” Details of the Strike The strike took place on May 7, 2025, targeting […]

Defence National

Rajnath Singh Praises Op Sindoor, Warns of Future Crackdowns

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commended the Indian Armed Forces for their bravery and courage, citing a “confession” by a senior commander of Jaish-e-Mohammed who admitted the damage caused by Operation Sindoor. Singh said that this admission underscores the operation’s impact on terrorist infrastructure. Standing by National Security Singh vowed that if terrorist attacks

National

Tharoor Wishes Modi Health & Success on 75th Birthday

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor wished Prime Minister Narendra Modi a “very happy birthday” as Modi turned 75. He also expressed hope that the coming year brings good health, happiness, and continued success in serving the nation. Reactions to Tharoor’s Post Tharoor’s message was posted on X (formerly Twitter) and was noticed due to the warm […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Dear Milords, Will Every Citizen Get the Vantara-Style 21-Day Justice Delivery?

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

India’s judicial system is often described as a sluggish elephant—majestic, powerful, but painfully slow to move. Cases drag on for decades, files gather dust, and ordinary people wait lifetimes for justice that never comes. And yet, like a flash of lightning in the monsoon sky, the Supreme Court managed to close the Vantara case in […]

Law & Order National

SC Clears Vantara, Jairam Ramesh Questions Swift Closure

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

The Supreme Court accepted a Special Investigation Team’s (SIT) report and closed all complaints against Vantara, the wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre established by Reliance Foundation in Jamnagar. The court found no legal violations. Allegations Investigated The case began with Public Interest Litigations filed in early August 2025, alleging animal smuggling,

International

Kash Patel Clashes with Democrats in Heated Senate Hearing

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

FBI Director Kash Patel faced sharp criticism from Senate Democrats during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. Democrats accused him of politicizing the Bureau and targeting adversaries of Donald Trump. Patel defended his record, saying his actions follow law enforcement norms, not political agendas. Controversies Under Scrutiny Patel was questioned over several

Business

Google Lays Off 200+ Contractors behind Gemini AI

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Google has terminated more than 200 contractors who worked on its Gemini chatbot and AI Overviews feature. The trimmed workforce were employees of outsourcing firm GlobalLogic and its subcontractors—not directly on Google’s payroll. Roles & Cost The laid-off contractors were part of a group known as “super raters.” Many had advanced degrees and were responsible […]

Business Finance

GST Rate Reductions Effect from September 22

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that recent GST rate cuts will take effect from 22 September 2025. These cuts are expected to streamline tax slabs and reduce rates across many consumer goods. Economic Impact Projected The government estimates these reforms will inject about ₹2 lakh crore into the Indian economy by increasing cash in the […]

National

PM Modi Highlights “Swadeshi Surge” and PM MITRA Park in Dhar Rally

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

On his 75th birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a large public rally in Bhainsola village, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. He called on Indians to embrace “swadeshi” (made-in-India) products and said “New India” no longer fears threats, including nuclear ones from neighbouring states. Founding of PM MITRA Park Modi laid the foundation stone for India’s […]