Technology Telecom

Govt Imposes Strict Conditions on Starlink’s India Entry

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2025

The Indian government has laid down stringent conditions for the entry of Elon Musk’s Starlink into the country’s satellite internet sector. The conditions, which focus on security, regulatory compliance, and ownership restrictions, are aimed at ensuring that foreign satellite communication companies adhere to Indian laws before beginning operations. Govt Mandates

South India State News

Nirmala Sitharaman Criticizes DMK Over Rupee Symbol Change

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2025

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has strongly criticized the Tamil Nadu government for its decision to replace the official rupee symbol “₹” with the Tamil script “ரூ” in the state’s budget documents. She accused the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) of promoting “secessionist sentiment” and questioned the rationale

Education

CBSE Offers Special Exam for Class 12 Hindi Amid Holi

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2025

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has confirmed that the Class 12 Hindi Core (302) and Hindi Elective (002) board examinations will proceed as scheduled on March 15, 2025. Despite concerns regarding Holi celebrations, which primarily fall on March 14 but may extend to March 15 in some regions, the board has decided to […]

International

Pakistan Accuses India of Involvement in Balochistan Train Hijacking

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2025

A tragic incident unfolded on March 11, 2025, when the Jaffar Express, carrying over 450 passengers from Quetta to Peshawar, was hijacked by militants in the Bolan region of Balochistan. The attack, which led to a deadly standoff, resulted in the deaths of 58 individuals, including 21 passengers, four soldiers, and all 33 militants. The […]

Cricket Sports

Axar Patel Named Delhi Capitals Captain for IPL 2025

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2025

Delhi Capitals have announced all-rounder Axar Patel as their new captain for the IPL 2025 season. The decision follows the departure of former skipper Rishabh Pant, who was acquired by Lucknow Super Giants for a record INR 27 crore during the mega auction. Axar Patel’s Leadership Role Axar Patel has been a key player for […]

South India State News

Rupee Symbol Designer Reacts to Tamil Nadu’s Budget Change

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2025

The Tamil Nadu government has recently replaced the official rupee symbol “₹” with the Tamil script “ரூ” in its 2025-26 budget documents, sparking discussions across the country on linguistic representation and national identity. Designer of the Rupee Symbol Responds D. Udaya Kumar, the creator of the rupee symbol and a Tamil Nadu native, reacted to

International

Putin Thanks Modi, Trump for Efforts in Ukraine Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin recently acknowledged global efforts to mediate a ceasefire in Ukraine, expressing his gratitude to several world leaders for their diplomatic contributions. Speaking at a press conference alongside Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, Putin praised the involvement of U.S. President Donald Trump, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi,

Agriculture National

Northeast India Set to Become New Saffron Cultivation Hub

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2025

The northeastern region of India is poised to become a significant hub for saffron cultivation, following the successful implementation of the Mission Saffron initiative since 2021. This ambitious project has expanded saffron farming across states like Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, and Meghalaya, with large-scale cultivation now underway in Menchukha (Arunachal Pradesh) and

Defence National

Indian Army Deploys Polaris RZR Pro 4×4 ATVs in Sikkim

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2025

The Indian Army has deployed Polaris RZR Pro 4×4 All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) in Sikkim, strengthening its mobility in the region’s challenging terrain. These newly inducted ATVs are designed to operate efficiently in high-altitude, rugged landscapes, offering enhanced maneuverability and rapid response capabilities. Polaris RZR Pro 4×4: High-Performance Features The

Science Space & Astronomy

ISRO Successfully Completes SpaDeX Satellite De-Docking

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2025

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a significant milestone with the successful de-docking of its Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) satellites, marking a crucial step in India’s progress toward autonomous space operations. SpaDeX Mission and Objectives The SpaDeX mission, launched on December 30, 2024, from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, was designed to