Defence National

Kaveri Jet Engine to Get 78.4kN Afterburner Boost, May Match GE F404 Performance

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

India’s indigenous Kaveri jet engine program is set to receive a critical thrust upgrade, with the afterburner power projected to reach 78.4 kiloNewtons (kN). The enhancement, reportedly being pursued in collaboration with the Indo-Russian BrahMos Aerospace venture, could allow the engine to deliver performance comparable to the American GE F404 — the powerplant currently

Defence National

HAL Ropes in Private Firms to Accelerate Tejas Mk1A Manufacturing

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

In a major push to fast-track the delivery of 97 Tejas Mk1A fighter jets for the Indian Air Force, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is planning to significantly increase private sector participation in the production process. The move is aimed at scaling up manufacturing capacity and meeting delivery timelines amid growing strategic demand. As part of […]

North India State News

Punjab Sees Sharp Rise in Traffic Enforcement with Over 10 Lakh Challans

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

In a massive crackdown on traffic violations, authorities in Punjab have issued more than 10 lakh challans in the first three months of 2025 alone. The state’s transport and traffic enforcement agencies have intensified monitoring across cities and highways, aiming to improve road safety and discipline amid rising accident rates. According to officials, this sharp […]

Science Space & Astronomy

India to Make Space History with First-Ever Mission to International Space Station

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

India is set to mark a milestone in its space journey as the first Indian astronaut in over four decades will embark on an international space mission to the International Space Station (ISS) next month. The announcement was made by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh following a high-level review meeting on ISRO’s upcoming agenda. This […]

Business Finance

Centre Clarifies: No GST on UPI Payments, Digital Transactions Remain Tax-Free

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

The Central government has officially clarified that there is no Goods and Services Tax (GST) levied on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions or any other form of digital payments. This statement comes in response to widespread confusion and social media rumors claiming that UPI payments could soon attract indirect taxes. The clarification was issued by […]

International

U.S. Arrests Alleged Khalistani Terrorist in California After Rana Extradition

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

In a significant move following the extradition of Tahawwur Rana to India, U.S. authorities have arrested an alleged Khalistani terrorist in California, marking another breakthrough in international counter-terror cooperation. The suspect, whose identity is yet to be officially disclosed, was reportedly linked to pro-Khalistan extremist activities and is believed to have

International

Bangladesh Demands Apology and $4.3 Billion Wealth Share from Pakistan Over 1971 Genocide

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

In a bold diplomatic move, Bangladesh has formally renewed its demand for an unconditional apology from Pakistan over the 1971 genocide and the atrocities committed during the country’s war of independence. Alongside the apology, Dhaka is also pressing Islamabad for its share of the undivided pre-1971 national wealth, estimated at $4.3 billion. The demand was […]

International

Russia Removes Taliban from Terror List, Signals New Afghanistan Policy

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

Russia has officially removed the Taliban from its list of banned terrorist organizations, marking a significant shift in its diplomatic approach toward Afghanistan. The announcement, made by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, reflects a growing recognition of the Taliban’s de facto governance over Afghanistan and signals Moscow’s intention to normalize relations with

International

Anti-Israel Anger Erupts at U.S. Fast-Food Chains in Pakistan

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

Authorities in Pakistan have arrested more than 170 individuals following a wave of anti-Israel protests that erupted at various Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) outlets across the country. The demonstrations, which began as part of broader anti-Israel sentiment linked to ongoing developments in Gaza, quickly turned into targeted acts against American-linked businesses,

National

Anurag Thakur: Gandhis Eyed ₹2,000 Crore Assets Without Investment

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

Union Minister Anurag Thakur launched a scathing attack on Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, accusing them of attempting to usurp properties worth ₹2,000 crore without spending a single rupee. The charge, centered around the National Herald case, comes as the BJP ramps up its political offensive against the Congress ahead of the general […]