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The Missing Partner: Maxar, BSI, and a Chain of Unanswered Questions Before Pahalgam

By BPN News Desk May 13, 2025

By Statscope Research India [www.statscope.in] On April 22, 2025, the serene valley town of Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir was rocked by a devastating terrorist attack that claimed 26 lives — a combination of soldiers and civilians. The operation was surgical, precise, and deeply coordinated. Within hours, Indian intelligence officials pointed fingers squarely at Pakistan’s

International

AVIC Chengdu Aircraft Shares Plunge 9% Following PM Modi’s Address

By BPN News Desk May 13, 2025

  Shares of AVIC Chengdu Aircraft Co., the Chinese manufacturer of J-10C fighter jets, experienced a significant decline of up to 9.31% on May 13, 2025, following Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s assertive address concerning Operation Sindoor. The stock, which had previously surged over 60% amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions, dropped to an intraday low

National

Padma Shri Scientist Subbanna Ayyappan Found Dead in Cauvery River

By BPN News Desk May 13, 2025

Dr. Subbanna Ayyappan, a pioneering aquaculture scientist and recipient of the Padma Shri award, was found dead in the Cauvery River near Srirangapatna, Karnataka, on May 10, 2025. He had been missing since May 7, when he left his home in Mysuru without his mobile phone. His scooter was later discovered near Sai Ashram, a […]

International

India Proposes Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S. Steel, Aluminium Duties

By BPN News Desk May 13, 2025

India has formally proposed retaliatory tariffs on select U.S. products in response to Washington’s continued imposition of additional duties on steel and aluminium imports. The proposal was notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and marks a significant escalation in India’s trade posture against what it terms unjustified protectionist measures. The U.S. had

National

Sharad Pawar Urges All-Party Meet on Security, Not Parliament Debate

By BPN News Desk May 13, 2025

In the aftermath of Operation Sindoor and heightened national security tensions, Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar faction) president Sharad Pawar has suggested that issues related to national security should not be debated openly in Parliament. Instead, he has advocated for a closed-door all-party meeting where sensitive discussions can take place without public or

Science Space & Astronomy

India Fast-Tracks $3B Satellite Surveillance Post Sindoor

By BPN News Desk May 13, 2025

In a major leap for national defense and intelligence gathering, India has ramped up its satellite surveillance efforts with a $3 billion program aimed at deploying 52 state-of-the-art satellites by the end of 2026. This move follows the strategic success of Operation Sindoor, a cross-border mission that underscored the critical role of real-time surveillance and […]

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Overhauls Senior Advocate Designation Process

By BPN News Desk May 13, 2025

In a significant judicial reform, the Supreme Court of India has abolished the point-based assessment method previously used for designating senior advocates. The Court has directed all High Courts across the country to amend or substitute their existing rules within four months to align with the new framework introduced by the apex bench. Key Changes […]

Defence National

PM Modi Visits Adampur Airbase, Commends IAF Post-Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk May 13, 2025

On May 13, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Adampur Air Force Station in Punjab, where he interacted with Indian Air Force personnel just days after India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire. During his visit, the Prime Minister was briefed on key operational details and conveyed his appreciation to the armed forces for […]

National

Three Terrorists Killed in Shopian Encounter

By BPN News Desk May 13, 2025

On May 13, 2025, Indian security forces successfully eliminated three militants affiliated with the proscribed terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian district. The encounter occurred in the densely forested Shukroo Keller area, which has previously served as a cover for terrorist hideouts due to its challenging terrain. Operation Details The

National

BJP’s Nationwide ‘Tiranga Yatra’ Commences to Honour Armed Forces

By BPN News Desk May 13, 2025

On May 13, 2025, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched its nationwide ‘Tiranga Yatra’ to honour the Indian armed forces and mark the success of Operation Sindoor. The 11-day campaign, set to run until May 23, seeks to unite citizens in a show of patriotic solidarity and respect for the military. The party stated that […]