National

Indians Spend 1.1 Trillion Hours on Smartphones in 2024

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

In a staggering reflection of the country’s digital transformation, Indians collectively spent over 1.1 trillion hours staring at their smartphones in 2024. On average, each user clocked five hours a day on their mobile devices, a habit that has reshaped not only consumer behavior but also the business landscape in India. Digital Media Surpasses Television […]

Environment Pollution

India Proposes Incentive Scheme for Replacing Old Air Conditioners

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

The Indian government is actively considering a new scrappage and incentive scheme aimed at encouraging the replacement of outdated air conditioners (ACs) with energy-efficient models. The initiative is designed to reduce electricity consumption, lower household power bills, and support environmental goals tied to energy conservation. Objectives of the Scheme The proposed

International

North Korea Tests AI-Equipped Suicide Drones Under Kim Jong Un’s Supervision

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has personally overseen the test launch of advanced suicide drones equipped with artificial intelligence, signaling a significant technological leap in the country’s military capabilities. The tests involved both reconnaissance and attack UAVs, underscoring North Korea’s increasing focus on unmanned and intelligent warfare systems.

National

India Approves ₹22,919 Crore Scheme to Boost Electronics Component Manufacturing

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

In a major push to strengthen domestic manufacturing, the Union Cabinet has approved a ₹22,919 crore scheme to promote the production of electronic components within India. This initiative is aimed at reducing import dependence, enhancing export capabilities, and making India a global hub for electronics manufacturing. Key Goals of the Scheme The scheme is centered […]

International

Mehal Singh Babbar, Deputy Chief of Babbar Khalsa International, Dies in Pakistan

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

Mehal Singh Babbar, a top leader of the banned militant outfit Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), has died in Nankana Sahib, Pakistan. He was suffering from kidney failure and passed away on March 24, 2025, at a private hospital. Mehal Singh had been a fugitive from Indian law since the 1980s and was wanted in multiple […]

Science Space & Astronomy

ISRO Successfully Executes Rolling Maneuver in Space Docking Experiment

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

In a major stride towards mastering space docking technology, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully executed a complex rolling maneuver using its SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) satellites. This marked a significant leap in India’s capability to perform advanced satellite coordination and in-orbit operations essential for future manned and

International

U.S. Government Considers Utilizing Gold Reserves to Acquire Bitcoin

By BPN News Desk March 28, 2025

In a bold financial move, the U.S. government is exploring the possibility of selling part of its federal gold reserves to purchase Bitcoin, aligning with a broader strategy to strengthen America’s foothold in the digital asset landscape. This development follows the creation of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve aimed at reinforcing the country’s leadership in financial

International

Adani Restores Full Power Supply to Bangladesh After Four-Month Disruption

By BPN News Desk March 28, 2025

Adani Power has resumed full electricity supply to Bangladesh, marking the end of a four-month disruption that began in October 2024 over unpaid dues. The Indian conglomerate had previously halved the 1,600 MW supply from its coal-fired plant in Jharkhand, India, after Bangladesh failed to meet payment obligations amid an ongoing economic crisis. Full Power […]

Law & Order National

India’s Supreme Court Upholds Electoral Bond Scheme

By BPN News Desk March 28, 2025

India’s Supreme Court has upheld the legality of the Electoral Bond Scheme, a mechanism introduced in 2018 to facilitate anonymous donations to political parties. The court ruled that the scheme does not violate citizens’ right to information and serves to curb the use of unaccounted money in politics.​ Background on the Electoral Bond Scheme The […]

Real Estate

Maharashtra Government Excludes Stilt Parking Height from Building Limits in 12.5% Scheme

By BPN News Desk March 28, 2025

The Maharashtra government has introduced a key policy change to boost redevelopment projects under the 12.5% scheme by excluding the height of stilt parking from the overall permissible building height. The move is expected to ease long-standing redevelopment challenges in Navi Mumbai and provide greater flexibility in building design for plot owners and developers.