National PMO

Prime Minister Clarifies the Intent Behind Waqf Amendments

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has come out strongly in defense of the recent amendments to the Waqf law, stating that the move was not politically motivated but stemmed from over 1,700 complaints received from within the Muslim community. According to Modi, these complaints pointed to repeated misuse and mismanagement of Waqf properties, often at the […]

East India State News

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose Visits Murshidabad and Malda Amid Communal Tensions

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose on Wednesday undertook a visit to the violence-hit districts of Murshidabad and Malda, regions that have been on edge since the outbreak of communal clashes during Ram Navami processions earlier this month. His visit, marked by meetings with victims and administrative officials, comes at a time when the state’s […]

State News West India

India Slams Bangladesh for Remarks on Murshidabad Violence

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

India has sharply criticized Bangladesh for its comments on the recent communal violence in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district, calling the remarks “barely disguised and disingenuous.” The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) rejected any attempt to draw equivalence between the situation in India and longstanding concerns over the treatment of minorities in Bangladesh. The

National

Indian Consulates Support Students Facing Visa Revocations in the U.S.

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

In response to a surge in F-1 visa cancellations affecting Indian students in the United States, Indian consulates are actively providing support to those impacted. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has acknowledged the situation and confirmed that Indian embassies and consulates are in contact with affected students to offer assistance.​ Background of Visa

Defence National

India Constructs World’s First On-Site 3D-Printed Military Bunker in Leh

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

In a pioneering achievement, India has constructed the world’s first on-site 3D-printed military bunker in Leh, situated at an altitude of 11,000 feet. This innovative project, named Project PRABAL (Portable Robotic Arm for Building Bunkers and Ancillaries), was a collaboration between Simpliforge Creations, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad, and the

North India State News

Nashik Dargah Demolition Sparks Violence; 21 Policemen Injured, 15 Arrested

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

In a significant law enforcement action, the demolition of an unauthorized dargah in Nashik’s Kathe Galli area led to violent clashes late Tuesday night. A mob opposing the demolition attacked police personnel, resulting in injuries to 21 officers and damage to multiple police vehicles. Authorities responded with crowd-control measures, including lathi-charge and

Government Policies National

GST on Insurance Premiums May Be Reduced to 5% with Input Tax Credit

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2025

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council is contemplating a significant reduction in the GST rate on health and life insurance premiums from the current 18% to 5%, while retaining the benefit of input tax credit (ITC). This proposal aims to make insurance more affordable for consumers, particularly middle- and lower-income households, without compromising the […]

Uncategorized

Supreme Court Enforces ₹2 Lakh Cash Limit to Tackle Black Money

By BPN News Desk April 17, 2025

In a landmark move to tighten financial discipline and curb black money circulation, the Supreme Court has ordered the strict enforcement of the ₹2 lakh cap on cash transactions. The directive is aimed at plugging loopholes in the current system that allow large, unaccounted cash dealings to bypass scrutiny, particularly in property and legal transactions. […]

Law & Order National

VP Dhankhar Criticizes Supreme Court’s Directive on Presidential Timelines

By BPN News Desk April 17, 2025

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has raised serious concerns over the Supreme Court’s recent judgment that set a three-month deadline for the President of India to act on bills forwarded by state governors. In a strongly worded statement, he questioned whether the judiciary has the constitutional authority to impose timelines on the highest constitutional office.

Science Space & Astronomy

NASA Confirms Solar Wind Generates Water on the Moon

By BPN News Desk April 17, 2025

In a scientific breakthrough that could reshape future space missions, NASA has confirmed that solar wind—the constant stream of charged particles emitted by the Sun—can generate water on the Moon’s surface. This discovery significantly enhances the prospects for sustainable lunar exploration, offering a potentially continuous source of hydration in otherwise barren