Technology

Maharashtra Emerges as India’s Data Center Powerhouse

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2025

Maharashtra is swiftly positioning itself as the premier destination for data center development in India. This transformation is being powered by a combination of proactive policy measures, substantial investments from global tech and infrastructure firms, and strategic advantages in location and connectivity. IT Policy 2023 Spurs Data Infrastructure The state’s

Finance

Rising Gold Prices Turn SGBs into Fiscal Burden

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2025

India’s Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) scheme, once praised for its innovation and potential to curb gold imports, is now turning into a fiscal challenge for the government. As global and domestic gold prices continue to rise sharply, the liabilities linked to the scheme have ballooned, forcing policymakers to reconsider the future of this gold-linked investment […]

Business Industry

Bangladesh Textile Industry Hit Hard by Political Unrest

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2025

Bangladesh’s textile industry, the largest contributor to its export earnings and a critical driver of employment, is under significant strain following recent political upheaval. The change in leadership and new policy directions under the interim administration have triggered concern across the sector, with growing fears of widespread layoffs, factory shutdowns, and loss

Economy National

India’s Bio-Economy Soars to $165.7 Billion, Unveils New Initiatives

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2025

India’s bio-economy has experienced a remarkable 16-fold increase over the past decade, soaring from $10 billion in 2014 to an impressive $165.7 billion in 2024. This significant growth was highlighted by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh during the BIRAC Foundation Day ceremony at the National Media Centre on March 21, 2025. Unveiling the India Bioeconomy […]

Defence National

GE to Deliver First F404 Engine for Tejas Mk 1A by March-End

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2025

General Electric (GE) is set to deliver the first of 99 F404 engines to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) by the end of March 2025. This marks a significant step forward in the production of India’s Tejas Mk 1A fighter jets, following a delay of over two years that affected the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) modernization […]

AI & Robotics Technology

Sam Altman Warns Students: Master AI as Coding Gets Automated

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2025

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has sounded a crucial warning to students preparing for their future careers, stressing the urgent need to master artificial intelligence tools. With AI now performing more than half of the coding tasks in several companies, Altman believes a major transformation is underway in the tech industry that will reshape the way […]

North India State News

Delhi Fire Chief Denies Cash Found at Judge’s Residence

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

Delhi Fire Services chief Atul Garg has denied reports claiming that cash was recovered during a fire-fighting operation at the residence of Delhi High Court Judge Justice Yashwant Varma. His statement comes amidst rising speculation and controversy following the incident and a proposed judicial transfer. No Cash Found During Fire Operation A fire broke out […]

Automobile Electric Vehicles

Tata Group Joins Tesla’s EV Supply Chain

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

Tata Group has entered into a significant collaboration with Tesla, becoming a global supplier for the electric vehicle giant. The partnership marks a major milestone for India’s electric vehicle (EV) industry and signals the country’s deeper integration into the global EV ecosystem. Tata Firms Secure Global Contracts with Tesla Several Tata Group companies have

Economy National

India’s Forex Reserves Rise to $654.27 Billion as of March 14

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

India’s foreign exchange reserves increased by $305 million to reach $654.27 billion for the week ending March 14, 2025, according to official data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This uptick marks continued momentum in the country’s efforts to maintain a strong economic buffer amid global uncertainties. Breakdown of Forex Components The overall […]

National PMO

₹258 Crore Spent on PM’s 38 Foreign Visits Since May 2022

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

Between May 2022 and December 2024, the Indian government allocated approximately ₹258 crore for 38 foreign visits undertaken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This information was disclosed by Minister of State for External Affairs, V. Muraleedharan, during a recent Rajya Sabha session.​ Details of Expenditure on Foreign Visits The expenditure covers various aspects of