Government Policies National

ED Launches Investigation into Torres Ponzi Scheme

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has registered a money laundering case in connection with the alleged Torres Ponzi scheme, which reportedly defrauded numerous investors across India. The financial scandal has drawn widespread attention due to its scale and the number of people affected. Allegations of Massive Fraud The Torres scheme is alleged to have promised high […]

Government Policies

Government Plans 5-6% Increase in Highway Budget for FY26

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2025

After a subdued performance in FY25, the Indian government is expected to raise the highway budget by 5-6% in FY26 to boost infrastructure development.

Defence National

HAL Prepares for LUH Contract with Armed Forces

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2025

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a key player in India’s defense manufacturing, is gearing up for a significant contract to supply Light Utility Helicopters (LUH) to the Indian armed forces. This development aligns with the government’s focus on indigenizing defense production under the “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative. Indigenous Helicopter Production on

Defence National

DRDO Successfully Tests Nag Mark 2 Anti-Tank Missiles

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2025

India’s Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted trials of the Nag Mark 2 anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs) in Rajasthan. These advanced missiles, designed to enhance the Indian Army’s firepower, represent a significant step forward in strengthening the nation’s indigenous defense capabilities. Advanced Features of Nag Mark 2 The Nag Mark

Law & Order

Filing False Case Under S.498-A IPC Amounts to Cruelty: Bombay HC

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2025

Bombay HC rules that filing a false 498-A case to 'correct' a husband's behavior constitutes cruelty, granting grounds for divorce.

Law & Order

Stone Hurled at Train Heading to Prayagraj for Kumbh Mela, FIR Filed

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2025

Stone-pelting incident on a train heading to Prayagraj for Kumbh Mela reported in Maharashtra; no injuries caused. FIR registered.

PMO

PM to Dedicate INS Surat, Nilgiri, Vaghsheer, and Inaugurate ISKCON Temple

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2025

PM to visit Maharashtra on January 15, dedicating naval combatants and inaugurating ISKCON temple in Navi Mumbai.

National

PM Modi Inaugurates Z-Morh Tunnel to Boost Connectivity

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the much-anticipated Z-Morh Tunnel in Sonamarg, Jammu and Kashmir, on January 13, 2025. The tunnel, a significant milestone in the region’s infrastructure development, is expected to enhance all-weather connectivity to the picturesque town of Sonamarg, which often remains inaccessible during harsh winter months. Z-Morh Tunnel:

Agriculture

Punjab Farmers Default on ₹3,006 Crore in Cooperative Bank Loans

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2025

Farmers in Punjab have defaulted on ₹3,006 crore in loans from the Punjab State Cooperative Agricultural Development Bank, with large landholders accounting for over 12% of the total default amount.

Defence

India to Buy Rafale Jets, Scorpene Subs in ₹1.5 Lakh Cr Defence Deals

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2025

India is set to conclude four significant defence agreements, including acquisitions of Rafale-Marine jets and Scorpene submarines, totaling over ₹1.5 lakh crore by March 2025.