National

UK’s F‑35B Fighter Grounded in Kerala to Be Dismantled and Airlifted

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

A British Royal Navy F‑35B Lightning II fighter jet, stranded at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in Kerala since June 14, has been declared beyond on-site repair. The UK Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the aircraft will be dismantled and transported back to the UK via military cargo aircraft for full repairs, bringing to an end […]

International

Vietnam Slaps 20% Tariff, US Offers Duty-Free Access in Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

In a major shift aimed at recalibrating trade ties, Vietnam and the United States have finalized a new trade deal wherein Vietnam will impose a minimum 20% tariff on US exports, while the US will allow duty-free access to Vietnamese goods. The move comes as part of efforts to rebalance trade relations and prevent misuse […]

Business Trade

India May Allow GM Animal-Feed Imports in US Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

India is considering a significant trade policy shift by allowing the import of genetically modified (GM) animal-feed products from the United States as part of a broader mini trade agreement. With a July 9 deadline looming, the move is aimed at averting higher tariffs from Washington and concluding talks that have been in the works […]

Defence National

DAC Clears ₹1.05 Trillion Defence Purchases for Indian Forces

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), under the leadership of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has approved capital acquisition proposals worth ₹1.05 trillion (₹1.05 lakh crore) to modernize and strengthen India’s armed forces. All ten proposals were cleared under the Buy (Indian-IDDM) category, reaffirming the government’s push towards defence self-reliance through the

National

PM’s Manipur Visit: Preparations Begin Amid Ethnic Truce Efforts

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

Preparations have begun in Manipur for a potential visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, likely in mid or late July. While the official date is yet to be confirmed, a flurry of activity on the ground indicates that the state and central governments are working in coordination to make the visit a symbolic and logistical […]

Cricket Sports

BCCI Sends Suryavanshi to Edgbaston After U19 Heroics

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

India’s young cricket sensation, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, has been fast-tracked into the limelight after a breathtaking performance against England U19. Within just 24 hours of his whirlwind knock, the BCCI flew him and other U19 teammates to Edgbaston to witness Shubman Gill’s historic double hundred, in what many see as a symbolic passing of the […]

North India State News

Delhi Halts Age-Based Fuel Ban, Targets Only Polluting Old Vehicles

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

The Delhi Government has rolled back its earlier proposal to deny fuel to diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years. Instead, it will now adopt a more targeted approach by focusing only on vehicles that are proven to be polluting, based on emissions data. This change comes after technical […]

North India State News

JK’s 5 Lakh Homeless to Get Permanent Shelters, Says Centre

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

In a significant push for inclusive development, the Government of India has announced plans to provide permanent housing to nearly 5 lakh homeless individuals in Jammu and Kashmir. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan confirmed the initiative during his visit to the Union Territory, outlining a massive shelter campaign aimed at uplifting the region’s most vulnerable […]

Defence National

₹1.03 Lakh Crore Defence Boost: India Approves Mega Military Purchases

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

The Indian Armed Forces are set to receive a major arsenal upgrade following the Defence Acquisition Council’s (DAC) approval of military procurement proposals worth a staggering ₹1.03 lakh crore. The approvals, made under the Buy (Indian-Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured) category, underline the government’s emphasis on self-reliance in defence

Cricket Sports

Shubman Gill’s Record 269 Powers India on Day 2

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

India asserted total dominance over England on Day 2 of the second Test at Edgbaston, riding on a sensational double century from captain Shubman Gill. The visitors piled up a massive 587 in their first innings before reducing a rattled England side to 50 for 3 by stumps, firmly placing themselves in control of the […]