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India Responds to China over Dalai Lama Succession Controversy

By BPN News Desk July 3, 2025

India has made a firm statement regarding China’s recent comments on the succession of the Dalai Lama, asserting that it is an internal matter and rejecting external interference. India Says Succession Is Internal Matter Union Home Minister Kiren Rijiju emphasised that recognising the Dalai Lama’s successor is a religious and cultural decision for Tibetan Buddhists. […]

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Air India Flight Cancels Delhi–Washington Trip After Mid‑Air Tech Snag

By BPN News Desk July 3, 2025

An Air India flight bound for Washington D.C. from Delhi was abruptly cancelled after experiencing a technical issue during a scheduled fuel stop in Vienna. The disruption sparked concern among passengers and travel stakeholders, highlighting challenges in long-haul flight operations. In‑Flight Technical Snag During routine refuelling in Vienna, the aircraft developed a

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DRDO Unveils Photonic Radar to Detect Stealth Aircraft

By BPN News Desk July 3, 2025

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has announced a major technological breakthrough with its new photonic radar—a system that uses light-based technology to detect stealth aircraft, drones, and hypersonic threats. Developed by the Electronics and Radar Development Establishment (LRDE) in Bengaluru under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the

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PM Modi Honoured with Ghana’s Highest Civilian Award

By BPN News Desk July 3, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred the prestigious Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana, Ghana’s highest civilian honour, by President John Dramani Mahama in Accra. Modi described the distinction as “a matter of immense pride and honour,” dedicating it to India’s youth, cultural diversity, and the enduring bond between the two nations. […]

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India and US Set to Formalise 10‑Year Defence Framework

By BPN News Desk July 3, 2025

India and the United States have agreed to formalise a 10-year bilateral defence framework later this year, marking a significant deepening of strategic and military cooperation. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth reached consensus over a telephonic discussion, paving the way for signature at their next in-person meeting. Defence

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ED Alleges Gandhis Usurped ₹2,000 Crore in National Herald Asset Grab

By BPN News Desk July 3, 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has accused Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi of orchestrating a scheme to acquire approximately ₹2,000 crore worth of assets belonging to Associated Journals Limited (AJL), the publisher of the National Herald newspaper. Allegedly, the assets were transferred to Young Indian Pvt Ltd (YI) in exchange for repayment of a ₹90 crore loan—an

Agriculture National

Farm Warning: 24 Million Farmers Face Price Collapse if GM Imports Allowed

By BPN News Desk July 3, 2025

India is at a crossroads in trade talks as experts warn that permitting genetically modified (GM) soybean and maize imports from the United States could devastate domestic farm incomes and threaten the livelihoods of nearly 24 million farmers. GM Crops Impact The US is urging India to open its market to GM soybean and maize—crops […]

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Indian Economy Ends Q1 FY26 on Mixed Note

By BPN News Desk July 3, 2025

India’s economy wrapped up the first quarter of FY26 with a mixed performance across key sectors, reflecting a cautious consumer environment, resilient manufacturing, and divergent sectoral momentum. GST and Consumption Trends Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections in June grew by just 6.1% year-on-year, the slowest pace in four years, totaling ₹1.85 lakh crore.

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First Apache Helicopters Arrive for Deployment Near Pak Border

By BPN News Desk July 3, 2025

India is set to induct its first batch of AH-64E Apache attack helicopters into the Army this month, marking a crucial milestone in enhancing combat readiness along the western frontier with Pakistan. The delivery comes after a delay of over 15 months, and the helicopters are expected to play a key role in strengthening India’s […]

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Russia Offers India Six Refurbished Kilo‑Class Subs with Kalibr Missiles

By BPN News Desk July 2, 2025

Russia has reportedly proposed to India a strategic naval deal: the acquisition of six refurbished Kilo-class diesel-electric submarines, equipped with Kalibr cruise missiles boasting a range of 1,500 km. If accepted, this deal would enhance India’s underwater strike capabilities and solidify maritime deterrence in the region. Kilo Submarines The Kilo-class