International

IMF Clears $1 Billion Loan to Pakistan Amid India’s Objection

By BPN News Desk May 10, 2025

The International Monetary Fund has approved the disbursement of a $1 billion loan to Pakistan under its Extended Fund Facility (EFF), despite serious objections raised by India. This latest tranche brings Pakistan’s total disbursement under the program to $2 billion. Additionally, Pakistan secured another $1.4 billion through the Resilience and Sustainability Facility to

International

Trump Calls for Urgent De-escalation in India-Pakistan Standoff

By BPN News Desk May 9, 2025

As tensions between India and Pakistan continue to rise in the wake of Operation Sindoor and escalating cross-border hostilities, the White House has reiterated President Donald Trump’s desire for a swift and peaceful resolution to the conflict. Addressing a press briefing, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that the U.S. administration is actively

National

Multiple Aerial Threats Intercepted in Jaisalmer for Second Night

By BPN News Desk May 9, 2025

For the second consecutive night, multiple aerial threats from Pakistan were intercepted by Indian air defence systems over Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, late Friday. The incidents triggered a high-security red alert across border districts and led to enforced blackouts, as authorities worked to ensure civilian safety amid mounting regional tensions. According to defence sources,

Cricket Sports

PSL 2025 Indefinitely Postponed After UAE Pulls Out

By BPN News Desk May 9, 2025

In a major blow to Pakistan’s cricketing calendar, the remainder of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 has been indefinitely postponed after the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) withdrew its support to host the remaining matches in the United Arab Emirates. The decision comes amid intensifying military conflict between India and Pakistan, raising serious logistical and […]

National

Blackout Imposed in Gujarat’s Santalpur Border Villages as Precaution

By BPN News Desk May 9, 2025

Amid ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan, authorities in Gujarat have imposed a precautionary blackout in villages located along the border in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district. The decision was taken as a proactive security measure in response to the broader national alert triggered by cross-border hostilities and the Indian military’s ongoing Operation

National

Suspected Drone Attack on Srinagar Airport, Forces Respond Swiftly

By BPN News Desk May 9, 2025

In yet another alarming escalation of aerial threats amid ongoing India-Pakistan tensions, a suspected drone was detected over Srinagar Airport late Thursday evening, triggering immediate countermeasures by Indian security forces. The incident sent security personnel into high alert, though no damage or casualties were reported. Sources confirm that radar systems and

National

Omar Abdullah Urges Jammu Residents to Stay Indoors Amid Airstrikes

By BPN News Desk May 9, 2025

As Pakistani airstrikes rattled civilian and military zones across Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah issued a heartfelt public appeal urging residents to remain indoors and avoid panic. The appeal was made in response to heightened hostilities along the border and increased risk to public safety. “It’s my earnest appeal to everyone in […]

Defence National

Pakistani Drones Spotted Over Jammu, Samba, Pathankot

By BPN News Desk May 9, 2025

Tensions along the India-Pakistan border escalated further as multiple Pakistani drones were sighted over sensitive sectors including Jammu, Samba, and Pathankot, defence sources confirmed. The sightings occurred just a day after Pakistan launched airstrikes at several locations across Jammu and Punjab, marking a sharp uptick in cross-border hostilities. According to

Defence National

Territorial Army Mobilised to Support Operation Sindoor

By BPN News Desk May 9, 2025

As India intensifies its military posture under Operation Sindoor, the government has officially authorised the mobilisation of the Territorial Army (TA) to bolster support for the regular armed forces. The decision empowers the Chief of Army Staff to call out every officer and enrolled member of the TA under Rule 33 of the Territorial Army […]

Breaking Down The News Opinion

Breaking Down The News: Turkey Betrays India by Arming Pakistan with Songar Drones Used in Attack

By BPN News Desk May 9, 2025

On the night of May 8, India faced an unprecedented aerial assault as hundreds of drones were launched from Pakistan into Indian airspace. According to government sources, between 300 to 400 drones targeted 36 towns and cities across Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, and Rajasthan. These drones were not just random commercial quadcopters — many were […]