National

INDIA Bloc Plan “Vote Chori” March, But Police Deny Permission

By BPN News Desk August 11, 2025

Over 300 MPs from 25 opposition parties have planned a march from Parliament’s Makar Dwar to the Election Commission of India (ECI) office, protesting alleged “vote chori” (vote theft) in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and raising concerns over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls in poll-bound Bihar. Authorities Say No Permission Filed […]

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Indigenous Weapons Played Lead Role in Operation Sindoor

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2025

At a recent convocation in Pune, DRDO Chairman Samir V. Kamat revealed that India relied heavily on its own defence technology during Operation Sindoor. He said that the air-launched BrahMos missile, deployed via Su-30MKI fighter jets, served as the primary offensive weapon. Strong Defence Shield Provided by Indigenous Systems Kamat also emphasized the crucial

National Politics

Rahul Gandhi Urges Cleaner Voter List for Fair Elections

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has emphasized that having clean, accurate voter lists is essential for free and fair elections. He stressed that outdated or bogus entries can erode public trust in the democratic process. System Improvements Called for Rahul Gandhi pointed out common issues like duplicate registrations, voters listed at wrong addresses, and faded or […]

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Supreme Court Warns Against Political Interference in Power Sector

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2025

The Supreme Court has stressed that electricity, being a public good, must be protected from political interference. The observation came during a hearing on disputes related to power supply and tariff issues. The bench highlighted that electricity is essential for daily life and economic growth, and cannot be subjected to undue political posturing that disrupts […]

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Army Chief Says Forces Given Free Hand After Pahalgam Attack

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2025

General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Army Staff, revealed that just a day after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh declared “enough is enough.” The next day, the armed forces were given a “free hand” to plan and respond, bringing clarity, confidence, and strong political backing to military operations. How […]

National

Railways Offers 20% Discount on Return Tickets for Festival Travel

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

The Ministry of Railways has launched a new Round Trip Package for Festival Rush to make travel easier during the busy Diwali and Chhath season. Under this scheme, travelers booking both their onward and return journeys together receive a 20% rebate on the return trip’s base fare. When and How to Book The bookings will […]

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PM Modi Celebrates Raksha Bandhan with Joy and Unity

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

On August 9, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm Raksha Bandhan wishes to the nation, sending festive greetings in both Hindi and English: Hindi: “सभी देशवासियों को रक्षाबंधन की अनेकानेक शुभकामनाएं।” English: “Best wishes on the special occasion of Raksha Bandhan.” He shared this message on social media, highlighting the festival’s message of unity […]

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India’s Defence Output Hits Record ₹1.5 Lakh Crore

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

India’s defence production reached a record ₹1,50,590 crore in the financial year 2024–25, marking an 18% increase from the previous year’s ₹1.27 lakh crore. Compared to 2019–20, production has nearly doubled, showing a 90% growth that highlights rapid expansion in domestic manufacturing. Why It Matters This milestone reflects India’s growing self-reliance in defence,

National Politics

Karnataka Leaders Demand Investigation into Voter Fraud Claims

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

On August 8, 2025, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, who is also the state Congress president, submitted a formal complaint to the state’s Chief Electoral Officer. The complaint followed a protest led by Rahul Gandhi in Bengaluru, raising concerns about possible voter fraud during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. What the Complaint Highlights Shivakumar […]

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Operation Sindoor: India Shoots Down Six Pakistani Aircraft

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

On August 9, 2025, the Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, confirmed that during Operation Sindoor in May, India shot down five Pakistani fighter jets and one large military surveillance aircraft, believed to be an AWACS, using the advanced S-400 missile defense system. The surveillance aircraft was destroyed at a distance […]