Defence National

IAF May Back Indigenous Kaveri Engine to Replace GE F404 in Tejas Mk1A

By BPN News Desk March 30, 2025

In a significant push towards aerospace self-reliance, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is likely to support the revival of the indigenous Kaveri engine program to power future variants of the Tejas Mk1A light combat aircraft. This initiative seeks to replace the US-made General Electric F404 engines currently used in the fighter jets, marking a major […]

Defence National

Indian Army and Air Force to Acquire 800-Km Range BrahMos Supersonic Missiles

By BPN News Desk March 30, 2025

The Indian Army and Air Force are set to significantly boost their long-range strike capabilities with the acquisition of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles featuring an extended range of 800 kilometers. This marks a major enhancement over the earlier 300-kilometer range variant, offering greater strategic reach and flexibility for India’s armed forces. Major Expansion in

State News West India

Maharashtra Cuts Electricity Tariffs by 10–30% Starting April 1

By BPN News Desk March 30, 2025

In a major relief for power consumers, the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has approved a significant reduction in electricity tariffs across the state. The revised tariffs, which come into effect from April 1, will see a decrease of 10% to 30% in power charges for residential users and notable reductions for industrial consumers as […]

Economy National

Finance Minister Defends Access to Encrypted Messages Under New Tax Bill

By BPN News Desk March 30, 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has defended a controversial provision in the proposed Income Tax Bill, 2025, which allows tax authorities access to encrypted digital communications such as WhatsApp chats and emails. She argued that this move is essential in tracking down unaccounted wealth and addressing the increasingly digital nature of financial crimes. Encrypted

International

China Backs Exclusive Industrial Zone in Bangladesh as Part of Belt and Road Push

By BPN News Desk March 30, 2025

Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended strong support for the creation of an exclusive Chinese industrial zone in Bangladesh, reinforcing the two nations’ deepening economic ties under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The proposal reflects Beijing’s ambition to further integrate Bangladesh into its global infrastructure and trade strategy. Strengthening

Expert Opinions Opinion

Understanding EDR Killer Attacks: A Growing Threat and How Businesses Can Defend Themselves

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

As cybercriminals continue to evolve, so do their methods of bypassing even the most sophisticated security measures. One of the most dangerous trends in the modern threat landscape is the rise of EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) Killer attacks — malicious strategies specifically designed to disable endpoint protection tools before deploying ransomware or other

Editorials Opinion

The IPL: India’s Most Perfect Metaphor for Unity in Diversity

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

There is no better symbol of India than the Indian Premier League. A tournament built around states, languages, and cities somehow manages to rise above all of them. It brings together people from every corner of the country and even outside it, and yet, nobody bothers asking, “Where are you from?” when you’re hitting sixes […]

Defence National

India Issues NOTAM for Missile Test in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Likely BrahMos-A

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

India has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) for a planned missile test in the strategically significant Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The test is scheduled to take place between April 4 and April 10, 2025, with a designated range of 465 kilometers. The nature of the test has led to strong speculation that it may […]

National

Oracle Alerts Healthcare Clients to Patient Data Breach

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

Oracle has alerted several of its healthcare clients about a serious data breach involving unauthorized access to sensitive patient information. The incident is believed to have occurred shortly after January 22, 2025, when cyber attackers infiltrated servers containing healthcare data. Oracle discovered the breach nearly a month later, around February 20, and began

Business Industry

India Approves ₹22,919 Crore PLI Scheme to Boost Non-Semiconductor Electronics Manufacturing

By BPN News Desk March 29, 2025

The Union Cabinet has approved a ₹22,919 crore Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme to strengthen domestic manufacturing of non-semiconductor electronic components. This strategic initiative is aimed at reducing India’s import dependence and building a robust local ecosystem for critical components used in various electronic products. Investment, Jobs, and Output