National

Air India Crash: Black Box Data Downloaded, Probe Underway

By BPN News Desk June 26, 2025

India’s civil aviation authorities have successfully extracted critical data from the black box of the ill-fated Air India Flight AI-171, which crashed near Ahmedabad on June 12, killing all 241 on board and 19 people on the ground. This significant development marks a crucial step in unraveling the sequence of events that led to one […]

Defence National

Navy Employee Arrested for Spying for Pakistan During ‘Operation Sindoor’

By BPN News Desk June 26, 2025

A civilian employee working with the Indian Navy has been arrested on charges of spying for Pakistan, allegedly sharing sensitive information during the recent “Operation Sindoor” anti-terror strikes. The arrest was made following a detailed intelligence-led investigation by India’s security agencies, which uncovered suspicious communications and data transfers to

Defence National

Encounter Erupts in Udhampur as Amarnath Yatra Nears

By BPN News Desk June 26, 2025

A high-stakes encounter erupted in the Basantgarh region of Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district on Thursday morning, just days before the commencement of the annual Amarnath Yatra. The joint operation, codenamed Operation Bihali, was launched by the Indian Army’s White Knight Corps in coordination with the Jammu and Kashmir Police following intelligence inputs on

Cricket Sports

Van der Dussen Appointed Captain of New-Look South Africa T20I Squad

By BPN News Desk June 26, 2025

Rassie van der Dussen has been named captain of a refreshed South Africa T20I squad set to compete in a tri-series against Zimbabwe and New Zealand in Harare from July 14 to 26. The series, the squad’s first assignment under head coach Shukri Conrad across the white-ball format, marks the start of preparations ahead of the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World […]

Business Industry

Reliance, Nayara Dominate India’s Russian Oil Imports

By BPN News Desk June 26, 2025

India has become the largest global buyer of Russia’s Urals crude oil in 2025, with private refiners Reliance Industries and Nayara Energy accounting for nearly 45% of total seaborne exports of the grade. This surge not only reinforces India’s pivotal role in the global oil trade but also highlights the growing influence of private refineries […]

Economy National

GST Council Eyes Elimination of 12% Slab for Simpler Tax Regime

By BPN News Desk June 26, 2025

The GST Council is preparing for a significant overhaul of India’s tax structure by proposing the removal of the 12% tax slab in its upcoming 56th meeting, expected in late June or early July. The move is part of a larger effort to rationalise the GST framework, reduce classification disputes, and simplify compliance for businesses […]

Law & Order National

CJI Gavai Affirms Constitution’s Supremacy Over Parliament

By BPN News Desk June 26, 2025

Chief Justice of India B. R. Gavai has reaffirmed the supremacy of the Constitution of India during a public address in his hometown of Amravati, asserting that it stands above all democratic institutions—including Parliament, the executive, and the judiciary. He stressed that while Parliament may enact amendments, it lacks the authority to alter the fundamental basic

State News West India

₹5,000 Meals on Silver Plates Spark Outrage at Maharashtra Conclave

By BPN News Desk June 26, 2025

Amid serious fiscal strain and public protests, the Maharashtra government invited sharp criticism after hosting a lavish two-day Estimates Committee conclave in Mumbai, where guests were reportedly served ₹5,000-per-head meals on exquisite silver plates. The event, held at Vidhan Bhavan on June 23, brought together chairpersons and members of state budget scrutiny

Economy National

RBI: India’s Economy Steady Despite Global Headwinds

By BPN News Desk June 26, 2025

India’s economy remains on firm footing amid global uncertainties, according to the Reserve Bank of India’s June bulletin. With strong domestic demand, a healthy financial sector, and calibrated policy intervention, the nation is showing resilience even as external pressures rise. Stable Domestic Momentum High-frequency indicators for May 2025 reveal sustained robustness

National

JPC to Meet July 11 for Legal Consultations on One Nation, One Poll

By BPN News Desk June 26, 2025

The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) formed to consider the proposal for One Nation, One Poll will hold its inaugural meeting on July 11, signaling a strategic push towards synchronising India’s national and state elections. This initiative aims to streamline the electoral calendar and reduce the cost and frequency of polls. Leading up to the meeting, […]