Air Chief Urges Timely Delivery by Aircraft Makers

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

Defence National

Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh has stressed that aircraft manufacturers must adhere strictly to delivery timelines, warning that delays directly impact the operational readiness of the force. Speaking at an interaction with defence industry stakeholders, the Air Chief

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Sonia Gandhi Admitted to Hospital With Respiratory Discomfort

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

Former Congress president and current Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi was admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in New Delhi on Monday night after experiencing respiratory discomfort. Hospital officials described the admission as a precautionary medical measure amid respiratory issues that required observation and assessment. Medical Assessment and Cause

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15-Year-Old Detained in Punjab for Alleged Espionage

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

Punjab Police have detained a 15-year-old boy on allegations of sharing sensitive information with individuals linked to Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The minor, a resident of Jammu and Kashmir, was taken into custody in Punjab following intelligence inputs about suspicious online communications. Allegations Linked to Online Contact According to police

Agriculture National

Government Releases 184 Crop Varieties to Boost Output

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

The Government of India has approved 184 improved crop varieties of 25 major crops to help increase agricultural productivity, reduce dependence on imports, and strengthen food security. The varieties include options for cereals, pulses, oilseeds, vegetables, and fibres, and are intended for use across different agro-climatic zones of the country. Focus on Productivity and

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Centre, Chouhan Reject Claims on VB-G RAM G Scheme

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

The Centre and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday criticised the Congress party for spreading what they described as “misinformation” about the new rural employment law known as Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) or VB-G RAM G Act, 2025. The minister said opposition campaigners were misrepresenting the scheme’s

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India Launches New e-Business Visa for Chinese Nationals

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

India has launched a new e-Business visa category for Chinese nationals to facilitate smoother entry for business-related activities. The visa, officially introduced at the start of January, allows eligible Chinese citizens to apply online for short-term business travel to India without visiting an Indian embassy or consulate. Purpose of the e-Business Visa The new visa

National Politics

Former Union Minister Suresh Kalmadi Passes Away

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

Former Union Minister and senior Congress leader Suresh Kalmadi passed away in Pune in the early hours of Tuesday. He was 81. Family members said he died after a prolonged illness while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in the city. His death brings an end to a long and eventful public career spanning politics […]

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PM Modi to Visit Somnath Temple on January 11

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the Somnath Temple in Gujarat on January 11, according to official information. The visit will take place during the concluding phase of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, a multi day programme being organised to mark the historical and cultural significance of the temple. Events Linked to the Prime […]

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Rajnath Singh Commissions Coast Guard Pollution Vessel

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned the Indian Coast Guard’s first indigenously designed and built pollution control vessel at a ceremony in Goa. The induction marks a key step in strengthening India’s maritime environmental protection and coastal security capabilities. Role and Capabilities of the Vessel The newly commissioned vessel is designed to respond to

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Jaishankar Begins Six-Day Visit to France, Luxembourg

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has begun a six-day official visit to France and Luxembourg, aimed at strengthening India’s bilateral engagement with key European partners. The visit comes at a time when India is expanding diplomatic, economic, and strategic cooperation with Europe amid shifting global geopolitical dynamics. High-Level Talks in France During his