Defence National

GE to supply two engines monthly for Tejas jets

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

India has resumed receiving GE F404‑IN20 engines for the Tejas Mk‑1A fighter aircraft as part of a $716 million contract signed in 2021. The contract covers 99 engines in total. General Electric has now committed to supplying two engines per month from April 2025 through March 2026. The deliveries had previously been delayed due to […]

Science Space & Astronomy

Shubhanshu Shukla Extracted Safe, Undergoing Medical Review

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla of the Indian Air Force, who recently returned from the International Space Station as part of the Axiom-4 mission, has been safely extracted from the Crew Dragon capsule following splashdown in the Pacific Ocean near San Diego. Medical teams confirmed he was in stable condition and displayed no complications upon exit. […]

Defence National

CDS Chauhan urges defence modernisation post-Op Sindoor

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has emphasised the urgent need for India to modernise its military capabilities, stating that “today’s warfare cannot be won with yesterday’s weapons.” Speaking at a workshop on drone and counter-drone technology in New Delhi, he highlighted the necessity of reducing dependence on imported systems and focusing on rapid […]

National Politics

Congress Set to Target Govt in Monsoon Session

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

The Monsoon Session of Parliament is set to begin on July 21 and extend until August 21. The Congress party has announced plans to raise several critical issues aimed at cornering the government, leading to expectations of a contentious session. Key Issues in Focus Congress MPs will focus on four major topics: security lapses during the Pahalgam […]

International

India urges rethink on Ray ancestral home demolition

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

India has formally requested Bangladesh to reconsider the demolition of the ancestral home of filmmaker Satyajit Ray’s grandfather, Upendrakishore Ray Chowdhury. The century-old building in Mymensingh, Bangladesh, currently under the control of Bangladesh’s Shishu Academy, was reportedly being pulled down due to its dilapidated state. Shared Bengali Legacy Upendrakishore

East India State News

Mamata to lead rally for Bengali migrants’ rights

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will lead a protest march in Kolkata on July 16 to highlight alleged harassment of Bengali-speaking migrant workers in BJP-ruled states. The march, organised by her party, the Trinamool Congress (TMC), will begin at College Square at 1 pm and end at Dorina Crossing. What Triggers the Protest The rally […]

International

Trump calls to release ‘credible’ Epstein files

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

US President Donald Trump has called on Attorney General Pam Bondi to release any “credible” files related to the late Jeffrey Epstein’s case. His comments came as pressure grows from his political base demanding more transparency on the matter. Trump stated that any files deemed reliable by the Attorney General should be made public. No […]

International

NATO chief warns India, China, Brazil on sanctions

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has issued a sharp warning to India, China, and Brazil, stating that they could face up to 100% secondary sanctions if they continue their trade relationship with Russia. The message was delivered during his visit to Washington, where he met US senators and discussed coordinated pressure tactics to isolate Russia economically […]

International

White House Lockdown After Phone Thrown Over Fence

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

The White House was briefly placed under lockdown on Tuesday after a mobile phone was thrown over its outer fence. The incident occurred around noon while media personnel and staff were present on the North Lawn. Secret Service agents responded quickly by clearing the area and escorting reporters inside the main building. Phone Declared Harmless, […]

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EAM Jaishankar urges SCO to act firmly against terrorism

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has urged member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to adopt an uncompromising stance against terrorism, separatism, and extremism. Speaking at the SCO Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Tianjin, China, Jaishankar stressed that the organisation must not tolerate or justify any form of terrorism under political or