International

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to Head Trump’s Government Efficiency Department

By BPN News Desk November 13, 2024

In a recent announcement, President-elect Donald Trump appointed tech entrepreneur Elon Musk to lead the newly-formed “Department of Government Efficiency,” aimed at restructuring and reducing federal bureaucracy. Joining Musk is Indian-American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, who will co-lead the department. “Together, these two wonderful Americans will pave the way

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Issues Guidelines to Curb ‘Bulldozer Justice’

By BPN News Desk November 13, 2024

In a significant judgment addressing the issue of ‘bulldozer justice,’ the Supreme Court has ruled that executive actions should not replace judicial processes and emphasized that legal proceedings must not assume an accused’s guilt prematurely. The bench of Justice BR Gavai and Justice KV Viswanathan laid down guidelines on demolitions, cautioning

Economy National

India’s Net Direct Tax Collection Climbs 15.4% to ₹12.1 Trillion

By BPN News Desk November 12, 2024

India’s net direct-tax revenue surged by 15.4% to ₹12.1 trillion in the current fiscal year, according to a report from the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT). This figure accounts for refunds, marking a significant growth attributed to efficient tax collection and compliance measures. The CBDT disclosed that gross direct-tax collections before refunds grew by […]

Defence National

India Ships First Akash Air Defence System to Armenia

By BPN News Desk November 12, 2024

In a significant step for India’s defence export sector, the first Akash air defence missile battery has been shipped to Armenia, marking India’s second missile export. Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), the Akash missile system is designed for surface-to-air defence, capable of targeting fighter jets, cruise missiles,

South India State News

Andhra Pradesh Targets 15% Growth with Vision-2047 Initiative

By BPN News Desk November 12, 2024

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu convened a high-level meeting with industry leaders in Amaravati on Monday to set ambitious economic growth targets under the Vision-2047 initiative. The meeting focused on establishing policies to boost development, with the state aiming for a 15% growth rate. Strategic Growth Plan Led by Industry Task Force The […]

International

Brampton Temple Cancels Event Amid Khalistani Threat Concerns

By BPN News Desk November 12, 2024

In a significant security concern, the Brampton Triveni Community Centre in Canada has canceled a life certificate event organized by the Indian Consulate, citing an “extremely high and imminent threat level” due to anticipated protests by pro-Khalistani groups. The event, initially scheduled for November 17, was intended to help Indian-origin Hindus and Sikhs

International

India Strengthens Mozambique Ties with Donation of Interceptor Vessels

By BPN News Desk November 12, 2024

In a significant gesture reinforcing India’s ties with Mozambique, the Indian government has donated two fast interceptor vessels to the African nation. These vessels, part of India’s strategic focus on enhancing security in the Indian Ocean Region, were handed over on November 8 in a ceremony held at Nacala, Mozambique. Indian Navy Delivers High-Speed Vessels […]

Technology Telecom

HFCL Consortium Secures ₹8,100 Crore BharatNet Phase-3 Order

By BPN News Desk November 12, 2024

In a significant boost to India’s rural broadband infrastructure, a consortium led by HFCL has secured orders worth over ₹8,100 crore from Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) for the third phase of the BharatNet project. These orders, awarded under BharatNet Phase-3, aim to strengthen digital connectivity in rural regions, bringing high-speed internet to underserved

State News West India

Second Tiger Sighting in Sahyadri Reserve Marks Conservation Win

By BPN News Desk November 12, 2024

The Sahyadri Tiger Reserve (STR) in Maharashtra has recently confirmed the sighting of a second male tiger, signaling a conservation success for the region. The tiger, labeled ‘STR-T2,’ was observed on October 28, 2024, nearly a year after the initial sighting of another male, ‘STR-T1,’ in December 2023. This milestone comes after a prolonged absence […]

Economy National

MSMEs to Access Collateral-Free Loans up to Rs 100 Crore: Finance Minister

By BPN News Desk November 12, 2024

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced on Saturday that India’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) will soon have access to collateral-free loans of up to Rs 100 crore, enabled by a new credit assessment model developed by public sector banks. Speaking at the National MSME Cluster Outreach Programme in Bengaluru, she highlighted the initiative […]