International

Putin Praises Trump, Hints at Nuclear Arms Deal

By BPN News Desk August 14, 2025

On the eve of their upcoming summit in Alaska, Russian President Vladimir Putin lauded U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to bring an end to the war in Ukraine, calling them “energetic and sincere.” He also floated the possibility of negotiating a nuclear arms control agreement between the two nations. Praise and Peace Signals In a […]

National

President Murmu Hails India’s Path to Self-Reliance

By BPN News Desk August 14, 2025

On the eve of India’s 79th Independence Day, President Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation, celebrating India’s steady progress toward becoming a self-reliant, confident democracy with inclusive development. Economic Growth and Self-Reliance President Murmu highlighted India’s robust 6.5% GDP growth in the last fiscal year, underscoring the nation’s standing as the

International

Trump Says Putin Is Ready to Make a Ukraine Deal

By BPN News Desk August 14, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed optimism that Russian President Vladimir Putin is open to negotiating a peace agreement over the war in Ukraine ahead of their summit in Alaska. Deal Prospects Speaking during a radio interview, Trump said he believes Putin has been persuaded — partly by sanctions pressure — to pursue a deal. Although […]

Entertainment Reviews

Coolie (2025) – A Vintage Rajinikanth Show With Uneven Cargo

By BPN News Desk August 14, 2025

Walking into Coolie, I expected a Lokesh Kanagaraj action-thriller with the density and grit of his earlier work. What I got instead was a film that sails on the unshakable charisma of Rajinikanth but often drifts when it comes to story discipline. It’s a crowd-pleaser in many ways, but not without noticeable dents in its […]

North India State News

Cloudburst in Kishtwar Claiming Dozens of Lives

By BPN News Desk August 14, 2025

A sudden cloudburst struck Chasoti village in Jammu & Kashmir’s remote Kishtwar district, triggering devastating flash floods during the Machail Mata pilgrimage. The disaster has claimed dozens of lives and injured many more. Death Toll and Casualties Initial estimates confirmed at least 38 fatalities, including two CISF personnel. Dozens of others were wounded, many

Op-Eds Opinion

From Dependence to Dominance: Why India’s First Private EO Constellation Is a Strategic Masterstroke

By BPN News Desk August 14, 2025

For decades, India’s view of the world from above has been filtered through foreign lenses. When border tensions flared or natural disasters struck, the nation’s ability to act decisively often depended on commercial satellite imagery supplied by companies like Maxar. While such providers offer advanced capabilities, their operations are bound to the political, legal, and

International

3 Dead, Dozens Injured in Karachi by Aerial Firing

By BPN News Desk August 14, 2025

Independence Day celebrations in Karachi turned tragic as reckless aerial firing led to the deaths of three people — including an eight-year-old girl and a senior citizen — and left more than 60 individuals wounded across the city. Eyewitness Accounts Residents across multiple neighborhoods reported hearing gunfire as festivities unfolded. In Azizabad, the young girl […]

Law & Order National

SC Says Pahalgam Cannot Be Ignored in J&K Statehood Case

By BPN News Desk August 14, 2025

The Supreme Court has directed the central government to respond to a petition seeking the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood, stressing that recent ground realities — like events in Pahalgam — must not be overlooked. Court Highlights Regional Concerns During the hearing, the bench led by Chief Justice B.R. Gavai and Justice K. Vinod […]

Science Space & Astronomy

India Approves $135M Private Satellite Data Project

By BPN News Desk August 14, 2025

The Indian government has approved the country’s first private satellite imaging project, with a total investment of around $135 million (approximately ₹1,200 crore). The initiative aims to build a constellation of 12 indigenous Earth observation satellites. Consortium Still Finalizing Funding A consortium led by the Bengaluru-based space startup Pixxel — including

Business Finance

RBI to Clear Cheques Within Hours from October 4

By BPN News Desk August 14, 2025

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a major reform to slash cheque clearing times. Starting October 4, cheques will be scanned, presented, and processed within hours instead of the current two-day cycle. What Will Change Under the new system, cheques submitted during the 10 AM to 4 PM presentation window will be continuously […]