International

Peace at the White House: Armenia and Azerbaijan Sign Deal

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

On August 8, 2025, Armenia and Azerbaijan signed a landmark peace agreement at the White House with the support of U.S. President Donald Trump. This treaty aims to put an end to nearly four decades of conflict over the Nagorno-Karabakh region. What the Deal Includes Both countries agreed to stop fighting, restore formal diplomatic ties, […]

Science Space & Astronomy

India Makes Progress in Space with New Rocket Test

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

Skyroot Aerospace, a Hyderabad-based private space company, has successfully completed a major test of its Kalam-1200 rocket booster—the powerful first stage of its upcoming Vikram-1 launch vehicle. The test, known as a “static test,” took place at Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. During this, the booster fired its engines while securely anchored to

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Pauses Bhopal Royal Estate Case

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

The Supreme Court has temporarily stopped a recent decision by the Madhya Pradesh High Court. That decision had sent a 50-year-old property dispute involving the royal estate of Bhopal’s last Nawab, Hamidullah Khan, back to the trial court for a fresh hearing. The estate includes palaces, land, and jewellery, estimated to be worth over ₹15,000 […]

National

India Says It Will Not Bow Down in Trade Dispute

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

India’s Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal, asserted firmly that “India will not bow down to anybody” amid rising trade tensions. He delivered this message during a recent policy summit, emphasizing the nation’s growing self-reliance and economic strength. Rising Exports and Economic Resilience Goyal noted that India is expanding its export

Defence National

Operation Akhal Enters Ninth Day: Two Soldiers Killed

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

A fierce anti-terror operation called Operation Akhal is ongoing in the dense Akhal-Devsar forest area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district. As of Saturday, August 9, 2025, the encounter has now entered its ninth day, making it one of the longest such operations in recent years. Soldiers Killed in Action During a close combat confrontation […]

International

Israel Says It Won’t Occupy Gaza, Plans Civil Rule

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel’s goal in Gaza is not to occupy the territory but to remove Hamas and support a peaceful civilian government. He made this statement during a phone call with Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz, according to his office. Netanyahu’s Remarks on October 7 Attack Netanyahu described the October 7, […]

National

EC Rebukes Rahul Gandhi Over ‘Vote Chori’ Allegations

By BPN News Desk August 8, 2025

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has strongly rejected Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s claims of widespread voter fraud, calling them “absurd.” The ECI has demanded that he either formally back his allegations with a signed declaration under oath or apologize to the nation. What Rahul Gandhi Alleged Rahul Gandhi accused the ECI of being complicit […]

National

Tharoor Says India’s Self-Respect Not for Bargaining

By BPN News Desk August 8, 2025

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has criticized recent U.S. trade actions, calling them overly aggressive. He said that India’s national pride should never be up for negotiation, likening U.S. tactics to those of a school bully. What Tharoor Said Tharoor described the U.S. imposition of a 25% tariff—and potential penalties—on Indian exports as possibly being a […]

International

China Welcomes PM Modi to SCO Summit

By BPN News Desk August 8, 2025

China has officially welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, scheduled in Tianjin on August 31 and September 1, 2025. A Chinese spokesperson described the event as a “summit of friendship” aimed at promoting unity, cooperation, and meaningful outcomes among member nations. Significance of the Invitation

Government Policies National

Government Withdraws Income Tax Bill, Planning Fresh Version

By BPN News Desk August 8, 2025

The Indian government has formally withdrawn the Income Tax Bill, 2025, which was introduced in the Lok Sabha on February 13. The decision follows a detailed review and feedback from a parliamentary select committee that identified several provisions needing revision. Why Was the Bill Pulled Back? Key areas flagged for changes include provisions related to […]