Business

Nayara Shifts Fuel Transfers Offshore to Maintain Exports

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

Faced with European Union sanctions, Nayara Energy has turned to offshore fuel transfers—shifting shipments mid-sea between tankers—to keep exports moving despite restrictions on shipping services. Sanctions Disrupt Supply Chains EU sanctions introduced in July targeted Nayara’s Vadinar refinery, curbing its ability to export refined products due to reduced access to

National

India Launches ‘Mission Sudarshan Chakra’ for Security

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

On India’s 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled Mission Sudarshan Chakra, an ambitious national defence initiative aimed at developing an advanced, multi-layered air defence system using exclusively Indian technology. A Mythical Inspiration for Modern Defence Named after Lord Krishna’s divine weapon, the mission draws inspiration from mythology to

National

Dome of Humayun’s Tomb Collapses, Several Feared Trapped

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

A portion of the dome of Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi’s Nizamuddin area collapsed around 4:30 p.m. today. Emergency teams are engaged in rescue efforts, with eight to nine people feared trapped under the debris. Initial Response The Delhi Fire Services dispatched five fire tenders to the site after receiving an urgent call. Rescue operations are […]

International

Trump Heads to Alaska for High-Stakes Putin Summit

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

President Donald Trump departed for Anchorage, Alaska, where he is scheduled to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in what he described as a “high-stakes” summit aimed at resolving the Ukraine conflict and broader geopolitical issues. Summit Timing and Setting The one-on-one meeting is set to begin around 11 a.m. local time at Joint Base Elmendorf–Richardson

National

Modi: India Won’t Tolerate Nuclear Blackmail

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

On India’s 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unequivocally declared that the country will no longer tolerate nuclear coercion from Pakistan, while announcing the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. Strong Warning to Pakistan From the Red Fort, the Prime Minister warned that “blood and water won’t flow together,” signaling a firm rejection of […]

Business Finance

India Plans 2-Slab GST System by Diwali

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

The government has proposed reforms to simplify the Goods and Services Tax (GST) into a two-slab system, targeting implementation by Diwali to reduce the tax burden on everyday items and benefit small businesses. Proposed Restructuring The Finance Ministry has submitted a proposal to the Group of Ministers to consolidate the existing four-rate GST structure (5%, […]

National

PM Launches ₹1L Cr Job Scheme with ₹15K for New Workers

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

In his Independence Day address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY), a massive ₹1 lakh crore (₹100,000 crore) employment initiative aimed at supporting both jobseekers and employers across India. Incentives for First-Time Workers Under the scheme’s Part A, individuals securing their first private-sector job and

Cricket Sports

Nicholas Pooran Appointed TKR Captain for CPL 2025

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

Nicholas Pooran has been officially named captain of the Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) ahead of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025 season, succeeding Kieron Pollard who led the team from 2019. New Leadership Transition Pooran steps into the leadership role at a pivotal moment, taking over from Pollard, who guided TKR to multiple playoff appearances […]

National

BJP Campaign Seeks Flag on 40 Lakh Telangana Homes

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

The BJP in Telangana is intensifying its ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign by targeting the display of the national flag on 40 lakh (4 million) homes across the state. Campaign Strategy Ahead of Independence Day, the party is distributing national flags and organizing ‘Tiranga rallies’ to boost patriotic sentiment. These efforts include flag hoisting at homes, […]

Law & Order National

RSS Chief Calls for Stray Dog Population Control

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has urged that Delhi’s stray dog problem should be tackled through effective population control rather than by placing the animals in shelters. Humane Population Strategy Speaking at a religious event in Cuttack, Bhagwat, who holds a degree in veterinary science, stressed that every animal has a right to live. He said […]