Defence National

INS Mahendragiri to Join Indian Navy by Early 2026

By BPN News Desk July 9, 2025

India’s maritime capabilities are set to receive a major boost as the indigenously built INS Mahendragiri, the final vessel under Project 17A, is on track to join the Indian Navy by February 2026. The stealth frigate is currently undergoing outfitting and trials at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) in Mumbai. INS Mahendragiri: Final Project 17A […]

International

India, Brazil Ink $20B Trade Deal as Modi Honoured

By BPN News Desk July 9, 2025

India and Brazil have formalized a landmark $20 billion trade agreement, aiming to strengthen economic cooperation across multiple sectors. Announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official visit to Brasilia, the pact is expected to more than double bilateral trade from its previous level, with aspirations to eventually triple it. Both nations will collaborate

International

Trump Threatens 10% Tariff on BRICS, Declares “Dollar Is King”

By BPN News Desk July 9, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning to the BRICS bloc, threatening a 10% tariff on all their exports to the United States. The move is part of a renewed push to punish nations that, according to Trump, are attempting to undermine the U.S. dollar’s status as the global reserve currency. During a […]

International

Iran Confirms U.S. Strikes Severely Damaged Nuclear Facilities

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

In a stark admission, the President of Iran has confirmed that recent United States airstrikes have caused severe structural and operational damage to Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. The revelation comes amid heightened tensions in the region and growing fears of escalation following what Iran is now treating as a direct assault on its sovereign nuclear capabilities. […]

Business Finance

Public Sector Banks to Hire ~50 000 Staff in FY 26 to Support Growth Plans

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

Public sector banks (PSBs) in India are set to recruit approximately 50 000 employees during the current financial year—a strategic move to support business expansion, technological upgrades, and enhanced customer service. PSB Hiring Banks across the PSU sector are increasing recruitment to meet growing demand: Around 21 000 officer-level roles and 29 000 clerks/junior

Business Industry

OPEC+ Output Surprise Hits ONGC, Oil India Stocks

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

Indian oil and gas stocks witnessed a sharp decline on Tuesday after OPEC+ announced a higher-than-expected output hike, sending global crude oil prices tumbling. Shares of Oil India and ONGC were among the hardest hit, falling by over 1%, while refining companies such as Mangalore Refinery and Chennai Petroleum dropped between 3% and 5%. Oil […]

Defence National

India to Raise Defence Spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

India is preparing to increase its defence expenditure to approximately 2.5% of GDP as part of its upcoming five-year strategic plan. This shift, confirmed by Defence Secretary Raj Kumar Singh, signals a firm commitment to bolstering national security, advancing indigenous defence production, and modernising military capabilities in line with global threats and regional

Op-Eds Opinion

Speaking Hindi Won’t Pay the Rent: India’s Language Wars Have No Economic Logic

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

The language protests currently raging in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu have been framed as spontaneous outbursts of regional pride. But scratch the surface, and you find a deeper, more cynical game afoot—one that has very little to do with economic progress and everything to do with political calculus. Let’s start with the basics. India’s […]

Northeast India State News

RSS Intensifies Peace Efforts in Manipur Through Dialogue

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has taken a more prominent role in promoting peace in violence-torn Manipur, aiming to bridge divides between the Meitei and Kuki communities through dialogue and social outreach. The developments were shared during the recent three-day Prant Pracharak Baithak held in New Delhi, where RSS leadership emphasized community-level

International

India-US Mini Trade Deal to Be Announced Tonight

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

India and the United States are set to announce a mini trade deal by 10 pm IST tonight, signaling a breakthrough in long-stalled bilateral trade discussions. The deal is expected to bring temporary relief on select tariffs, especially in key export-driven sectors, and will act as a precursor to a larger, more comprehensive agreement likely […]