Mumbai-Goa Highway to Cut Travel Time to 6 Hours by June 2025

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

Infrastructure National

The highly anticipated Mumbai-Goa highway, officially known as National Highway 66, is now slated for completion by June 2025. Once operational, the upgraded corridor will slash travel time between Mumbai and Goa from the current 10–12 hours to just 6 hours, offering a major relief to

National Politics

Rahul Gandhi Alleges Election Commission Is Compromised During U.S. Visit

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

During his ongoing tour of the United States, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi reignited concerns about India’s electoral integrity by alleging that the Election Commission of India has been compromised. Speaking at a public event in Boston, Gandhi referred to the 2019 Maharashtra assembly elections, claiming a highly irregular voter turnout pattern as evidence of

National

JD Vance Begins India Visit Amid Trade Negotiations

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

United States Vice President JD Vance began his four-day visit to India on April 21, 2025, at a crucial moment for U.S.-India relations, as both nations grapple with escalating trade tensions. The visit is strategically focused on preventing the imposition of new U.S. tariffs on Indian exports and unlocking deeper economic and defense cooperation. At […]

Defence National

IAF to Arm Rafale Jets with Indigenous Astra Missiles

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

In a significant boost to its air combat capabilities and self-reliance goals, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is preparing to integrate indigenous Astra Mk1 and Mk2 beyond-visual-range air-to-air missiles (BVRAAMs) onto its Rafale fighter jets. This marks a strategic shift away from imported French MICA missiles currently deployed on the aircraft. The move is part […]

Agriculture National

ISRO’s Satellite Technology Forecasts Wheat Production

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

Former Pakistan red-ball coach Jason Gillespie has gone public with allegations that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has not cleared his dues following his exit from the role in December 2024. Gillespie, who served a nine-month stint, expressed disappointment over not being paid for his services and said he was still waiting for resolution. “I’m […]

Defence National

Indian Army Bolsters Border Defense with New Laser Anti-Drone Systems

By BPN News Desk April 20, 2025

In a significant move to upgrade its aerial threat defense, the Indian Army has approved the acquisition of nine additional laser-based anti-drone systems for deployment along the borders with Pakistan and China. The advanced systems are part of India’s ongoing efforts to counter the increasing threat posed by hostile drones used for surveillance, smuggling, and […]

Economy National

RBI Flags Liquidity Risks in Money Market, Urges Policy Transmission

By BPN News Desk April 20, 2025

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra has sounded an alert over tightening liquidity conditions in the money market, expressing concern over the widening divergence in key short-term interest rates. Addressing a financial industry conference, he highlighted how gaps between the call money rate, market repo rate, and TREPS rate could pose significant hurdles

National

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey Criticizes Supreme Court Over Waqf Act

By BPN News Desk April 20, 2025

BJP Member of Parliament Nishikant Dubey has sparked a political firestorm by alleging that the Supreme Court is responsible for inciting religious wars in India. The comments were made in response to the court’s ongoing scrutiny of the controversial Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, which has drawn significant attention from both religious groups and political parties.

National Politics

Congress Urges Modi Govt to Address Anti-Hindu Violence in Bangladesh

By BPN News Desk April 20, 2025

The Indian National Congress has strongly urged the Narendra Modi-led government to intervene diplomatically in response to a disturbing rise in targeted attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh. Expressing grave concern, Congress emphasized that India must not remain a silent spectator as minorities in the neighboring country face widespread violence and discrimination. The

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Elon Musk Praises PM Modi After Telephonic Conversation

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2025

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk described his recent conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as an “honor” and expressed optimism about visiting India later this year. The development has once again stirred excitement around Tesla’s long-anticipated entry into the Indian electric vehicle (EV) market. In a social media post, Musk acknowledged the growing relationship