South India State News

Naidu Seeks Centre’s Backing for Solar, Defence Push

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2025

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu is actively seeking the support of the central government to push forward key initiatives in renewable energy, defence manufacturing, and water security. During his recent visit to New Delhi, Naidu met Union ministers to present a comprehensive development vision aligning with the state’s Swarna Andhra 2047 plan.

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Super Sukhois Ascend: IAF’s Su-30MKIs Set for Indigenous Overhaul to Counter China-Pak Threat

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2025

I. Introduction The Sukhoi Su-30MKI has been the spine of the Indian Air Force’s combat fleet for over two decades, dominating the skies with its twin-engine power, long-range capability, and multirole versatility. However, with the emergence of stealth fighters like China’s J-20, modern electronic warfare systems, and longer-range beyond-visual-range (BVR) missiles in the

International

Yunus Govt Warns of Action Amid Mounting Army Pressure

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2025

The interim government of Bangladesh, headed by Nobel laureate and Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, finds itself at the center of escalating political tension. Facing growing demands from both the military and the opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), the government has issued a strong warning, stating it will take “public-backed action” if its autonomy

International

Muhammad Yunus to Continue as Bangladesh’s Interim Chief Amid Resignation Speculations

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2025

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus will continue to serve as the head of Bangladesh’s interim government, despite widespread speculation regarding his resignation. The clarification comes as political pressure mounts in the country and the interim administration struggles to push forward its roadmap to democratic elections. Political Turmoil and Leadership Rumors Yunus, who

South India State News

Udhayanidhi Stalin Declares DMK Unfazed by ED and PM Modi

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2025

In a defiant speech delivered at a political rally in Tamil Nadu, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin asserted that the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has no fear of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) or Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His comments came amidst rising political temperatures ahead of the elections, with several opposition leaders facing investigation by

International

Major Power Outage Hits Cannes During Film Festival

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2025

A large-scale power outage disrupted southeastern France, including the famed city of Cannes, on May 24, 2025, just as the 78th Cannes Film Festival was concluding. Approximately 160,000 homes and several public services were impacted, prompting immediate emergency responses to prevent chaos during one of the world’s most prominent cultural events. Cannes Power Outage

National

Jaishankar: India Responded to Terror, Not Engaged in Conflict

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2025

In a firm clarification of India’s position following Operation Sindoor, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar has rejected the notion that the military action constituted a conflict with Pakistan. He made it clear that India’s actions were a response to terrorism, not a bilateral war. India-Pakistan Relations Clarified Speaking at an international forum, Dr.

Defence National

Nibe Limited Secures $17.52M Israeli Defence Contract

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2025

  In a landmark moment for India’s defence exports, Nibe Limited has won a $17.52 million export order from an Israeli defence technology company for the supply of advanced Universal Rocket Launchers. This contract marks one of the most significant international deals secured by the Indian defence manufacturer, boosting its global footprint in the high-tech […]

Business

Oracle’s $40B Nvidia Chip Investment Powers OpenAI’s Texas Data Center

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2025

In a major push to scale artificial intelligence infrastructure, Oracle is investing $40 billion in Nvidia’s high-performance GB200 chips, with a massive order of 400,000 units. These chips are set to fuel OpenAI’s upcoming data center in Abilene, Texas — a key piece of the broader Stargate initiative. The Abilene data center, expected to go […]

National

PM Modi Urges Institutionalizing Civil Defence at NITI Aayog Meet

By BPN News Desk May 24, 2025

In the 10th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog held on May 24, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that Operation Sindoor must not be treated as a one-off initiative. He called upon all states to embed civil defence preparedness into their core governance frameworks, underlining the importance of institutional mechanisms to tackle emerging security and […]