Business Industry

Apple Shifts MacBook Production to India Over Vietnam

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

Apple has revised its MacBook production strategy, scaling back planned expansion in Vietnam while increasing manufacturing efforts in India. This move marks a significant shift in its global supply chain strategy as the company seeks to optimize production across multiple regions. Apple Reduces Expansion in Vietnam Initially, Apple had planned to expand MacBook production

Business Industry

Bajaj Group to Invest ₹10,000 Crore in Hospital Chain

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

The Bajaj Group has announced a major investment of ₹10,000 crore to establish a nationwide chain of hospitals, marking its entry into the Indian healthcare sector. This move aims to enhance healthcare accessibility and contribute to the growing demand for quality medical services in the country. Strategic Vision for Healthcare Expansion The planned investment will […]

Editorials Opinion

An Open Letter to L&T’s SN Subrahmanyan: A Reality Check for India Inc.

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

L&T’s CEO Says Workers Won’t Relocate Because of Subsidies—Dear India Inc., Stop Blaming Subsidies for Your Own Failures Dear Mr. Subrahmanyan and India’s corporate elite, Congratulations! You have once again displayed an impressive level of detachment from reality. After your ridiculous “why not work on Sundays?” remark, you now claim that Indians refuse

Economy National

Sensex Plummets Over 1,000 Points; Investors Lose ₹10 Lakh Crore

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

Indian equity markets faced a significant downturn today, with the BSE Sensex plunging over 1,000 points, leading to a substantial erosion of investor wealth amounting to approximately ₹10 lakh crore. The decline was broad-based, affecting major sectors and leading to widespread concern among market participants. Key Factors Behind the Market Decline Several factors

Business Finance

Rupee Rises Above 87 Against USD After RBI Intervention

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

The Indian rupee reclaimed the 87-mark against the U.S. dollar in early trade, supported by aggressive intervention from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The central bank’s actions helped reverse recent losses, bringing temporary relief to the currency amid global economic pressures. RBI’s Intervention and Market Response The rupee had recently faced downward

AI & Robotics Technology

Elon Musk’s $97.4 Billion Bid for OpenAI Rejected by CEO Sam Altman

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

In a significant development within the technology sector, entrepreneur Elon Musk has proposed a $97.4 billion acquisition of OpenAI, the organization behind the AI model ChatGPT. This move intensifies the ongoing rivalry between Musk and OpenAI’s Chief Executive Officer, Sam Altman. Elon Musk’s Acquisition Proposal Elon Musk, leading a consortium of investors,

International

Global Leaders Convene at Paris AI Action Summit

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

The Paris AI Action Summit brought together world leaders, tech executives, and researchers to shape the future of artificial intelligence (AI). The event focused on addressing AI’s rapid advancements, ethical concerns, and the development of global governance frameworks to ensure its responsible use. Key Objectives and Participants The two-day summit, co-hosted by French

Defence National

IAF Chief Raises Concerns Over HAL’s Tejas Mk1A Delays

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

The Chief of the Indian Air Force (IAF), Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, has expressed strong concerns over Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s (HAL) delays in the production and delivery of the Tejas Mk1A fighter jets. He emphasized the need for greater efficiency and coordination to ensure timely completion of the project. IAF Chief’s Concerns Over […]

International

ASU President Assures Indian Students Amid U.S. Immigration Crackdown

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

In light of recent intensified immigration enforcement actions in the United States, the President of Arizona State University (ASU) has addressed concerns among Indian students regarding their status and safety. He emphasized that these students, who are legally enrolled and compliant with visa regulations, should not be apprehensive about the ongoing crackdown on illegal

Defence National

HAL and GE to Deliver LCA Tejas Jets in FY26 as Production Stabilizes

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and General Electric (GE) have confirmed that the production of the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas has stabilized, paving the way for deliveries to begin in the fiscal year 2025-2026. This marks a crucial step in India’s indigenous fighter jet program, aimed at enhancing the operational strength of the Indian Air […]