Defence National

HAL to Deliver 12 LCA Mk1A Jets to IAF in 2025

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is gearing up to deliver 12 LCA Tejas Mk1A fighter jets to the Indian Air Force (IAF) before the end of 2025. The indigenous aircraft program, which had faced earlier delays, is now back on track following the arrival of critical engine components from General Electric (GE) Aerospace. LCA Mk1A Delivery […]

International

LPU Cuts Ties with Turkiye, Azerbaijan Post-Sindoor

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

Lovely Professional University (LPU), a leading private university based in Punjab’s Phagwara, has announced the termination of all academic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with institutions in Turkiye and Azerbaijan. The decision follows public displays of support by both countries for Pakistan after India’s successful execution of Operation Sindoor. LPU Responds to

Defence National

US Expert: BrahMos Outmatches Chinese-Pak Air Defense

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

In a major endorsement of India’s growing military edge, a leading US war expert has declared that the BrahMos missile system gives India the ability to strike anywhere inside Pakistan, regardless of its Chinese-supplied air defense systems. Colonel (Retd) John Spencer, Chair of Urban Warfare Studies at the Modern War Institute at West Point, analyzed […]

National

India Launches Global Anti-Terror Diplomacy Post-Operation Sindoor

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

In a sweeping diplomatic initiative following the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, India has launched a global campaign to expose Pakistan’s alleged sponsorship of terrorism. The campaign, backed by the Ministry of External Affairs, involves sending multi-party delegations to major global power centers including the United States, European Union, Japan, the

International

US Reportedly Plans to Resettle 1 Million Gazans in Libya

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

The United States under the Trump administration is reportedly working on a proposal to resettle up to one million Palestinians from the Gaza Strip into Libya. According to NBC News, high-level discussions have taken place with Libyan leaders, although the plan is still in its preliminary stages. The proposal includes a substantial financial incentive, wherein […]

Economy National

India Leads Global Growth with 6.3% GDP in 2025: UN Report

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

India has been projected to be the fastest-growing major economy in 2025, with a GDP growth rate of 6.3%, according to the United Nations’ mid-year World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) report. While the projection has been slightly revised down from the earlier 6.6%, it still places India ahead of China (4.6%), the United States […]

National

Amit Shah Credits Intelligence for Operation Sindoor’s Success

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has credited India’s intelligence agencies for their critical role in the success of Operation Sindoor. He described the operation as a landmark achievement made possible by the seamless coordination between precise intelligence gathering and the strike capabilities of the Indian armed forces. “Operation Sindoor is a shining example of

South India State News

SIT Arrests Ex-Andhra Officials in ₹3,200 Cr Liquor Scam

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

In a major breakthrough in the ₹3,200 crore liquor scam case, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) of Andhra Pradesh Police has arrested two senior former officials from the previous YSRCP-led government. Retired IAS officer K. Dhanunjaya Reddy, who served as Secretary in the Chief Minister’s Office, and P. Krishna Mohan Reddy, former Officer on Special […]

National

Celebi Sues India Over Revoked Security Clearance

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

 Turkish aviation services provider Celebi Aviation has filed a petition in the Delhi High Court challenging the Indian government’s decision to revoke its security clearance. The move, made amid heightened India-Pakistan tensions, has effectively brought Celebi’s operations at key Indian airports to a standstill. In its filing, Celebi argued that the government’s

National

Centre Picks Tharoor to Lead Global Pakistan Terror Blitz

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

In a striking move signalling bipartisan unity, the Indian government has tapped Congress MP Shashi Tharoor to lead an international parliamentary delegation aimed at exposing Pakistan’s terror links globally. This development comes in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, India’s bold military retaliation following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. The government