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BJP-ADMK Alliance Shakes Up Tamil Nadu Politics Ahead of 2026 Assembly Polls

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

Though the Tamil Nadu Assembly election is scheduled for next year, political parties have already begun shaping their strategies. As things stand, the DMK appears to have held its alliance intact, largely due to its alignment with the INDIA bloc formed to counter the BJP nationally. Although the BJP remains a minor force in Tamil […]

Bollywood Entertainment

Movie Review: Kesari Chapter 2 – A Stirring Courtroom Drama That Echoes Through History

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

Rating: 3.5/5 Following the roaring patriotism of the 2019 Kesari, Kesari Chapter 2 shifts gears into a more somber, intellectual space, opting for a courtroom drama rooted in historical trauma. This time, the battleground isn’t a fort under siege but the echoing halls of colonial justice — and leading the charge is Akshay Kumar, portraying […]

Government Policies National

India’s DBT System Saves ₹3.48 Lakh Crore Since 2013, Slashes Subsidy Leakages by Half

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

India’s Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system has saved the exchequer a staggering ₹3.48 lakh crore since its inception in 2013, according to official data released this week. By replacing traditional welfare disbursement models with a digitally monitored, Aadhaar-linked transfer mechanism, the government has significantly curtailed subsidy leakages and improved the

Defence National

India Pushes for Deeper Customization of Rafale Jets

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is expected to formally request access to the source code of its Rafale fighter jets from French aerospace major Dassault Aviation, aiming to enhance the aircraft’s capability to integrate indigenous weapons and electronic systems. This move aligns with India’s broader push for strategic autonomy and technological self-reliance in its defense

International

SpaceX Tapped for Ambitious U.S. Missile Defense Project

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has reportedly emerged as the leading contender to build the ambitious new missile defense system proposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, dubbed the “Golden Dome.” This futuristic shield is envisioned as an all-encompassing protective layer over the United States, inspired by Israel’s Iron Dome but designed for a much larger scale […]

National

India’s First AI Server Marks Leap Toward Tech Sovereignty

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled India’s first indigenously developed Artificial Intelligence server named ‘AIRAWAT Adi Shakti’, showcasing the country’s growing capabilities in advanced computing infrastructure. The server was developed as part of the National Supercomputing Mission and signals a major step in India’s journey towards self-reliance

Defence National

CRPF’s CoBRA Commandos Shift Focus to Kashmir Valley

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

In a significant redeployment, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has now tasked its elite CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) units with counter-terrorism operations in Jammu and Kashmir, marking a strategic shift from their primary role in anti-Maoist operations. Known for their jungle warfare expertise and precision raids in Left-Wing Extremism (LWE)

Defence National

Kaveri Jet Engine to Get 78.4kN Afterburner Boost, May Match GE F404 Performance

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

India’s indigenous Kaveri jet engine program is set to receive a critical thrust upgrade, with the afterburner power projected to reach 78.4 kiloNewtons (kN). The enhancement, reportedly being pursued in collaboration with the Indo-Russian BrahMos Aerospace venture, could allow the engine to deliver performance comparable to the American GE F404 — the powerplant currently

Defence National

HAL Ropes in Private Firms to Accelerate Tejas Mk1A Manufacturing

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

In a major push to fast-track the delivery of 97 Tejas Mk1A fighter jets for the Indian Air Force, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is planning to significantly increase private sector participation in the production process. The move is aimed at scaling up manufacturing capacity and meeting delivery timelines amid growing strategic demand. As part of […]

North India State News

Punjab Sees Sharp Rise in Traffic Enforcement with Over 10 Lakh Challans

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

In a massive crackdown on traffic violations, authorities in Punjab have issued more than 10 lakh challans in the first three months of 2025 alone. The state’s transport and traffic enforcement agencies have intensified monitoring across cities and highways, aiming to improve road safety and discipline amid rising accident rates. According to officials, this sharp […]