International

Cargo Ship Morning Midas Sinks in Pacific After Fire on EV Deck

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

The Morning Midas, a Liberian-flagged cargo vessel, sank in the Pacific Ocean on June 23 after drifting for nearly three weeks due to an onboard fire that erupted on June 3. The 600-foot-long car carrier was transporting approximately 3,000 vehicles, including nearly 800 electric vehicles (EVs) and 681 hybrids, when the incident occurred roughly 415 […]

Business Trade

India–UK Free Trade Agreement Set for Signing by Late July

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

India and the United Kingdom are on track to formalize their Free Trade Agreement (FTA) by late July, following successful conclusion of negotiations in early May. Both governments are now in the final phase of legal review, known as “scrubbing,” and senior officials are optimistic about completing the process ahead of schedule. Tariff Reductions and […]

Defence National

Rajnath Singh Empowers CDS to Issue Joint Orders to Armed Forces

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

In a transformative development for India’s military structure, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has officially authorised the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) to issue joint operational orders to the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. This move reinforces the government’s commitment to integrated warfare readiness and streamlining military command under a unified leadership. CDS

Defence National

Indian Army to Add Six Pinaka Rocket Regiments by 2026

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

The Indian Army is poised to significantly enhance its LAC and LoC firepower by inducting six new Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL) regiments by 2026. This expansion builds on earlier deployments and aligns with broader efforts to modernize artillery capabilities along hostile frontiers. Pinaka Regiments Take Center Stage Currently supporting border defense, four

Economy National

80% of Middle-Class Indians May Outlive Their Retirement Savings

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

A staggering 80% of middle-class Indians are at risk of outliving their retirement savings, according to leading wealth advisor Mohit Beriwala. The warning underscores the growing financial vulnerability of India’s salaried population as they approach retirement with insufficient savings and no pension fallback. The Retirement Crisis Despite decades of earning, many

Business Trade

India Eyes Canadian Critical Minerals as Trade Talks Resume

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

India has resumed trade negotiations with Canada, focusing sharply on securing access to critical minerals essential for its clean energy transition and high-tech manufacturing ambitions. This move comes as both nations seek to revive stalled diplomatic and economic ties, with India aiming to diversify its mineral supply chains and reduce its overwhelming dependence on

National Politics

Shashi Tharoor Dispels Rumors, Says He’s Not Joining BJP

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has firmly dismissed speculation that a recent opinion piece titled Operation Sindoor signaled an intent to join the Bharatiya Janata Party. In a statement published on Wednesday, he labeled such claims as “completely false and misleading,” clarifying that the article was intended to provoke debate—not signal a shift in party allegiance.

Economy National

Rupee Posts Biggest Single-Day Gain as Oil Prices Plunge

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

The Indian rupee recorded its strongest single-day rally in over a month on Tuesday, surging by nearly ₹0.78 as global crude oil prices dropped sharply following a ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel. The relief in energy markets and improved investor sentiment pushed the rupee to close around ₹85.97–₹85.98 against the US dollar, a level […]

Defence National

Falcon 2000 MRA Jets to Be Made in India for Indian Navy

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

Reliance Aerostructure and Dassault Aviation are set to offer a made-in-India variant of the Falcon 2000 jet, specially modified for multi-role maritime operations, to the Indian Navy. The aircraft, known as the Falcon 2000 MRA (Maritime Reconnaissance Aircraft), is being positioned as a cutting-edge platform to enhance India’s maritime surveillance and defense

International

Iran Vows to Continue Nuclear Program, Says “Game Not Over”

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

Iran has declared that its nuclear ambitions remain undeterred following recent US–Israeli airstrikes, asserting that the “game is not over” and confirming it still possesses significant quantities of enriched uranium. The statement comes as global concerns mount over Tehran’s ability to quickly resume its program despite military setbacks. Iran Still Has Enriched