International

Russia’s Lavrov Cancels India Visit Amid Diplomatic Tensions

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has abruptly called off a high-level visit to India, citing a compressed schedule and other official engagements. The cancellation has sparked speculation about shifting geopolitical dynamics, particularly as Russia recalibrates its foreign policy amid global tensions. Sudden Cancellation Raises Eyebrows Lavrov’s visit was planned as

International

India and Canada Resume Intelligence-Sharing Despite Strained Ties

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

India and Canada are set to resume intelligence-sharing focused on counterterrorism and transnational crime, a significant development amid ongoing diplomatic friction between the two nations. The decision comes ahead of the upcoming G7 Summit in Canada, where Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are expected to be present. Renewed

Cricket Sports

Markram’s Match-Winning Ton Lights Up WTC Final

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

Aiden Markram delivered a sublime performance under pressure, notching an unbeaten 102 runs on Day 3 of the World Test Championship Final at Lord’s. The innings not only put South Africa on the cusp of a historic win but also firmly re-established Markram’s reputation as a dependable force in Test cricket. From Golden Duck to […]

International

Iran Fires Massive Missile Barrage at Israel in Retaliation

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Iran has launched a large-scale missile assault on Israel, firing over 150 ballistic missiles and deploying more than 100 drones, marking the start of Operation True Promise III. This comes just hours after Israel’s massive offensive, Operation Rising Lion, struck key Iranian nuclear facilities and killed high-ranking Iranian

National

Air India Ahmedabad Crash Toll Rises to 274, Including 33 On-Ground Fatalities

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

The death toll in the devastating crash of Air India Flight AI171 near Ahmedabad has climbed to 274, making it the deadliest single-aircraft aviation disaster in Indian history. Among the deceased are 33 people who were on the ground, as the aircraft collided with a hostel building near the runway shortly after takeoff. Deadliest Crash […]

International

Extradited Pakistani’s Encrypted Note Detailed ISIS‑Style Plot for “Largest Attack on US”

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

A Pakistani national recently extradited to the US for planning terror attacks has left behind an encrypted note confessing ambitions to execute the “largest attack on US” in scope and scale. US authorities unearthed the encrypted message, filled with extremist rhetoric and operational details, after arresting the individual on charges linked to ISIS-inspired violent

Entertainment Reviews

How to Train Your Dragon (2025) – A Familiar Flight with Real-World Wings

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5) I just walked out of the live-action How to Train Your Dragon and I have to say—it felt like reliving a cherished memory through a different lens. The film is a near frame-for-frame remake of the 2010 animated classic, and while that might sound redundant on paper, in execution it worked surprisingly […]

Defence National

Private Sector Challenges HAL as India Opens AMCA Production to Competition

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

In a transformative step for India’s defence manufacturing sector, the government has officially opened the production of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) to competitive bidding. This move ends Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s (HAL) long-standing monopoly over fighter aircraft production and paves the way for private sector giants like Larsen & Toubro

Business Industry

Centre Halves Import Duty on Crude Edible Oils to 10%

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

The Government of India has halved the basic customs duty (BCD) on imported crude edible oils, including sunflower, soybean, and palm oil, from 20% to 10%. The move, effective June 12, is aimed at curbing retail price inflation, encouraging domestic refining, and ensuring smoother edible oil availability in the domestic market. Edible Oil Duty Cut […]

Government Policies National

RBI Overhauls KYC Rules to Simplify Onboarding and Updates

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

The Reserve Bank of India has rolled out significant reforms to its Know Your Customer (KYC) framework, aiming to make the process more accessible, technology-friendly, and inclusive. The move is part of a broader initiative to modernise financial compliance without compromising on regulatory safeguards. Multiple Onboarding Options As per the revised guidelines announced