National

India to Procure 14,028 Electric Buses in Phases

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2025

In a major step towards green urban transportation, the Indian government has announced plans to procure 14,028 electric buses across multiple phases. The initiative is part of the PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) scheme, aiming to transform public transport systems across the country with clean energy alternatives. Electric Bus

Defence National

HAL, L&T, Tata to Accelerate Tejas Mk1A Deliveries

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2025

In a major boost to India’s indigenous defense manufacturing ambitions, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has partnered with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and Tata Aerospace to accelerate the production of the Tejas Mk1A fighter jets. This collaboration is designed to meet the growing operational requirements of the Indian Air Force (IAF) and strengthen India’s

International

India’s Sudden Jhelum Release Sparks Flood Crisis in Pakistan

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2025

In a dramatic escalation of already strained relations, severe flooding has hit parts of Pakistan after India abruptly released large volumes of water into the Jhelum River without issuing prior notice. The sudden discharge has triggered panic across downstream regions, with emergency alerts issued in multiple districts as water levels surged rapidly. India Pakistan

AI & Robotics Technology

India Selects Sarvam AI to Develop Indigenous Large Language Model

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2025

In a strategic move to bolster its artificial intelligence ecosystem, India has selected Bengaluru-based Sarvam AI to develop the nation’s first sovereign large language model (LLM) under the IndiaAI Mission. This initiative represents a pivotal step towards strengthening India’s technological self-reliance and enhancing its competitiveness in the global AI

National

Centre Bans Live Media Coverage of Defence Operations

By BPN News Desk April 26, 2025

In the aftermath of the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, the Government of India has issued a strict advisory barring live media coverage of defence operations and troop movements. The move is aimed at protecting national security and preventing sensitive information from inadvertently reaching hostile elements. Media Coverage Defence The Ministry of Information and

South India State News

Tamil Nadu Moves to Curb Coercive Loan Recovery Practices

By BPN News Desk April 26, 2025

In a significant move to protect borrowers from aggressive loan recovery tactics, Tamil Nadu’s Deputy Chief Minister has introduced a bill aimed at regulating money lending practices across the state. The proposed legislation seeks to prevent coercive recovery methods employed by certain financial entities, ensuring fair treatment of borrowers.​ Tamil Nadu Money

National

India May Allow 49% Foreign Investment in Nuclear Sector

By BPN News Desk April 26, 2025

India is moving towards a landmark shift in its nuclear energy policy by considering allowing foreign companies to hold up to a 49% stake in nuclear power plants. This proposal is aimed at boosting clean energy generation and reducing the nation’s dependency on coal-fired power. India Nuclear Investment Currently, nuclear power in India accounts for […]

Breaking Down The News Opinion

Breaking Down The News: Water as a Weapon – How India Plans to Squeeze Pakistan’s Lifeline

By BPN News Desk April 26, 2025

In the aftermath of the brutal terrorist attack in Pahalgam that claimed the lives of 26 civilians, India has taken an unprecedented step by suspending the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan. Signed in 1960 and brokered by the World Bank, the treaty had long been considered a symbol of cooperation, surviving even the wars […]

International

The Resistance Front Denies Role in Pahalgam Attack, Blames Cyber Intrusion

By BPN News Desk April 26, 2025

The Resistance Front (TRF), a terror group affiliated with Lashkar-e-Taiba, has issued a statement denying any involvement in the recent Pahalgam terror attack, where 26 civilians were killed. In a document dated April 25, 2025, and labeled “TRF-89-7A-03-43,” the group claimed that any attribution of the attack to it is “false, hasty, and part of […]

Cricket Sports

Ganguly Calls for Severing Cricket Ties with Pakistan

By BPN News Desk April 26, 2025

In a strong reaction following the Pahalgam terror attack, former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has called for an immediate end to all cricketing ties with Pakistan. His comments reflect the growing public outrage against continued sports relations with a nation widely accused of harboring and sponsoring terrorist activities. Sourav Ganguly Pakistan Statement