South India State News

Stalin Slams Centre Over SC Verdict Presidential Reference

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has voiced strong opposition to the Union Government’s decision to seek a presidential reference against the Supreme Court’s recent verdict mandating time-bound assent by Governors on bills passed by state legislatures. Calling it an assault on federalism, Stalin accused the Centre of attempting to dilute the authority of

National

Supreme Court Tells MP Minister to Apologize for Colonel Remark

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

In a stern judicial order, the Supreme Court of India directed Madhya Pradesh Minister Vijay Shah to issue an apology over his controversial remarks targeting Indian Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. The directive came during a hearing where Shah sought protection from arrest in a case filed against him for his comments. The apex court, […]

National

Rajnath Urges IAEA to Monitor Pakistan’s Nuclear Arsenal

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

In a sharp message aimed at the international community, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called on the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to step in and monitor Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal, citing escalating concerns about global security and potential nuclear mishandling. Speaking at the third edition of the biannual Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue (IPRD), Singh

Breaking Down The News Opinion

Breaking Down The News: Why Celebi Aviation is Under Fire in India

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

A Turkish ground-handling company, Çelebi Aviation, has come under sudden and sharp scrutiny in India amidst intensifying geopolitical tensions and fresh revelations on social media. With growing calls for its removal from several Indian airports, including those with military and VIP access, the public discourse has shifted to national security concerns and the integrity

National

U.S. Jewish Community Thanks India for Killing Azhar

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

In a powerful message of solidarity, the American Jewish community has extended deep gratitude to India for eliminating Abdul Rauf Azhar, a senior commander of the terrorist group Jaish-e-Mohammed and one of the key conspirators in the 2002 kidnapping and beheading of Wall Street Journal journalist Daniel Pearl. Azhar was killed in India’s high-precision

International

Celebi Aviation Faces Heat Over India-Pakistan Tensions

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

In the aftermath of rising hostilities between India and Pakistan, Turkish ground-handling firm Çelebi Aviation is facing intense scrutiny and backlash in India due to Turkey’s perceived alignment with Pakistan. Political groups, trade bodies, and sections of the public have demanded the removal of Çelebi from key Indian airports, citing serious national security

Op-Eds Opinion

Fired for Lying? What Collins and Maria Didn’t Tell the President About Pakistan

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

This wasn’t just a bureaucratic shuffle. It was a purge. When Tulsi Gabbard, now Director of National Intelligence, sacked Mike Collins and Maria Langan-Riekhof from the helm of the National Intelligence Council (NIC), the headlines were quick to sell the official version: “bias,” “politicization,” “anti-Trump sentiment.” But dig a

Law & Order National

President Murmu Questions Court’s Assent Timeline Ruling

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

In a significant development concerning the separation of powers under India’s Constitution, President Droupadi Murmu has raised critical questions before the Supreme Court regarding its recent directive that imposes a timeline on the President and Governors to decide on bills passed by state legislatures. The move comes in the wake of a Supreme Court judgment […]

International

DNI Gabbard Dismisses NIC Leaders Over Venezuela Memo

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

In a significant shake-up within the U.S. intelligence community, Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard has dismissed two senior officials from the National Intelligence Council (NIC): Acting Chair Mike Collins and Deputy Maria Langan-Riekhof. This move follows the release of a declassified NIC memo that contradicted the Trump administration’s claims

International

U.S. Targets Iran Missile Program with New Sanctions

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2025

In a significant move to curb Iran’s growing military capabilities, the United States has imposed a fresh round of sanctions aimed at dismantling Tehran’s ballistic missile development network. Announced on May 14, 2025, the sanctions target individuals and entities accused of supplying Iran with crucial materials needed to build intercontinental ballistic missiles