Defence National

IIT Bombay Builds Rapid‑Deploy ‘Smart Bunkers’ to Boost Army Defense

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

In a significant leap forward for battlefield infrastructure, researchers at IIT Bombay, in partnership with the College of Military Engineering (CME), Pune, have developed modular, high-performance bunkers designed to offer swift deployment and enhanced protection for soldiers and strategic assets. Modular Bunkers Developed over nine years, these shelters are built from

Business Industry

Adani Group to Invest $75–100 Billion Over Five Years

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

The Adani Group has announced plans to invest between $15–20 billion annually over the next five years, totaling as much as $100 billion, in what it calls a transformational move across its businesses. The commitment was unveiled by Chairman Gautam Adani during the group’s annual general meeting, where he laid out the company’s vision for […]

Economy National

Sitharaman Champions Simpler, Taxpayer‑Friendly Compliance

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has urged a transformation of India’s tax framework into one that is more taxpayer‑friendly, transparent, and efficient. Speaking to officials from both the direct and indirect tax departments in New Delhi on June 24, 2025, she underscored the importance of fostering a compliance environment based on trust rather than enforcement. Tax

Defence National

India to Finalise F‑414 Jet Engine Deal with US by March 2026

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

India is on course to finalise a major defence agreement with GE Aerospace of the United States for the domestic production of F‑414 jet engines by March 2026. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), which will spearhead the production, has confirmed that the discussions around the critical technology transfer component of the deal are nearly complete, with […]

North India State News

Omar Abdullah Ready to Dissolve J&K Assembly if Statehood Restored

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has signaled a major willingness to relinquish power, declaring he is prepared to recommend the dissolution of the Legislative Assembly and oversee fresh elections the moment full statehood is granted to the region. Speaking during a public engagement in Gulmarg on June 24, 2025, Abdullah emphasized that his […]

National

India Seeks Pause in Kishanganga‑Ratle Dispute Proceedings Amid Indus Waters Treaty Suspension

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

India has formally requested a temporary halt to the dispute resolution process concerning the Kishanganga and Ratle hydropower projects, which is being overseen by the World Bank–appointed neutral expert according to a report by Indian Express. The move comes shortly after New Delhi’s decision to suspend its participation in the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), a landmark

Bollywood Entertainment

Aamir Khan Screens Sitaare Zameen Par for President Murmu

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

Bollywood actor and filmmaker Aamir Khan recently organized a special screening of his latest film Sitaare Zameen Par for President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The exclusive event took place on Tuesday and was a moment of pride for the makers, reflecting the film’s impact beyond the realm of cinema. Aamir Khan Following the screening, […]

National

Emergency Power Activation Key Focus in Air India Crash Probe

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

Investigators probing the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI171 are now centering their attention on the activation of the aircraft’s emergency power system, known as the Ram Air Turbine (RAT), which deployed moments before the Boeing 787 Dreamliner went down in Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025. Air India The deployment of the RAT is […]

Defence National

DRDO Offers 28 Indigenous Weapons for Emergency Procurement

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

In a major push towards defence self-reliance, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has submitted a list of 28 indigenous weapon systems to the Ministry of Defence for acquisition under the emergency procurement route. This initiative aims to expedite the equipping of Indian armed forces with homegrown capabilities in light of evolving security

International

Taiwan Tracks 12 Chinese Aircraft, 7 Vessels Near ADIZ

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence reported the detection of 12 Chinese military aircraft and seven naval vessels operating near its Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ) by early Tuesday. The ministry confirmed that 10 of the aircraft crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered northern, southwestern, and southeastern sections of Taiwan’s ADIZ. This […]