National

Priyanka Gandhi Criticizes Modi Before Manipur Visit

By BPN News Desk September 13, 2025

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for visiting Manipur only after two years since violence erupted in the state. She said it was disheartening that many lives were lost and the crisis dragged on before the Prime Minister considered a visit worthwhile. Remarks at Tribute Event Speaking at an event in […]

Defence National

IAF Eyes More Rafales After Operation Sindoor

By BPN News Desk September 13, 2025

The Indian Air Force is considering strengthening its fleet after the successful execution of “Operation Sindoor.” It is evaluating the option of acquiring more Rafale fighter jets to counter the shortfall in squadron numbers. MRFA Programme Under Review The additional jets are expected to come under the Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) programme. A

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Dhankhar’s Makes First Public Appearance Since Resignation

By BPN News Desk September 13, 2025

Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar attended the swearing-in ceremony of his successor, C. P. Radhakrishnan, on 12 September 2025. This was his first public appearance since resigning on 21 July, citing health reasons. He was seated alongside other former Vice Presidents at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Presence at the Ceremony Dhankhar arrived with his wife and took […]

National

PM Modi To Visit Manipur First Time Since Unrest

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Manipur on September 13, 2025, the first time he returns to the state since ethnic violence broke out in May 2023. The visit begins in Churachandpur and later moves to Imphal. Projects To Be Laid And Inaugurated In Churachandpur, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone […]

Law & Order National

SC Seeks Firecracker Ban Across India, Not Just For Delhi

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

The Supreme Court questioned why the firecracker ban was enforced only in Delhi-NCR. Chief Justice B.R. Gavai said clean air is a right for all citizens, not just the “elite” in the capital. He asked why cities outside Delhi aren’t included. Cases Brought By Manufacturers Firecracker manufacturers from states like Haryana have challenged the year-long […]

National

Shashi Tharoor Says US Tariffs Cost India Jobs

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has said recent U.S. tariffs imposed under President Donald Trump are hurting India’s economy. He claimed about 1.35 lakh jobs (135,000) have already been lost in Surat’s gems and jewellery sector. Sectors like seafood and general manufacturing are also feeling negative effects. Need To Diversify Exports Tharoor urged India to look […]

National

C.P. Radhakrishnan Sworn In As Vice President

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

Chandrapuram Ponnusamy (C.P.) Radhakrishnan took his oath as the 15th Vice President of India on September 12, 2025, at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. The oath was administered by President Droupadi Murmu. Election Details Radhakrishnan was elected on September 9, 2025, defeating opposition candidate B. Sudershan Reddy by 152 votes. He secured 452 votes out […]

National Politics

Nitin Gadkari Alleges Paid Campaign Against Him Over E20 Fuel

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari says criticism of the E20 ethanol-blended petrol rollout is part of a “paid and politically motivated campaign” aimed at discrediting him. He argues that automobile manufacturers, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), and the Supreme Court have cleared the use of E20 fuel, so claims against it lack factual basis. […]

Economy National

Rupee Slumps To Lifetime Low Amid US Tariff Pressure

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

The Indian rupee dropped to a record low of around ₹88.44 per U.S. dollar on September 11, 2025, extending losses under pressure from U.S. tariffs on Indian goods. Tariff Concerns Fueling The Drop Investors are uneasy over Washington’s newly imposed tariffs, which have raised concerns about India’s export competitiveness and trade balance. These tariff actions […]

National

India Rebukes Pakistan Over ‘Dump Truck’ Metaphor At UN

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

At the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, India rejected Pakistan’s criticism, calling its own “dump truck” metaphor “inadvertently apt.” Indian diplomat Kshitij Tyagi said Pakistan “continues to deposit recycled falsehoods and stale propaganda” before the forum. References To Terrorism Tyagi recalled recent attacks like Pahalgam, Uri, Pathankot, and Pulwama, which he said