Defence National

Akashteer: India’s New Air Defence Shield

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

India has made a significant leap in its air defence capabilities with the successful deployment of its fully indigenous air defence command system, Akashteer. Developed by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) under the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative, the system has already proven its battlefield effectiveness during Operation Sindoor, neutralizing aerial threats

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YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra Arrested in Hisar for Espionage

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

In a shocking development raising concerns about the use of digital platforms for espionage, Haryana Police arrested travel vlogger Jyoti Malhotra, also known as Jyoti Rani, from her residence in Hisar’s New Aggarsain Extension. The arrest was made under the Official Secrets Act and Section 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita on charges of spying […]

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Seven Militants Arrested in Manipur Amid Ongoing Ethnic Unrest

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

Security forces in Manipur have arrested seven militants affiliated with various banned insurgent groups, in a fresh crackdown against anti-national activities amidst the prolonged ethnic unrest in the state. The arrests were made during coordinated operations across multiple sensitive districts including Thoubal, Kakching, Bishnupur, and Churachandpur. Security Forces

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India Plans Indus Water Diversion Amid Treaty Suspension

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

India has suspended its adherence to the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) and is preparing to divert water from the Indus River system to address national interests, a move expected to severely affect Pakistan’s water supply. This strategic shift follows the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, which India attributes to Pakistan-based actors. Indus Waters Treaty […]

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Rejects Repeated PILs on Rohingya Deportation

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

India’s Supreme Court on May 16, 2025, firmly rejected repeated petitions seeking to halt the deportation of Rohingya refugees, warning petitioners against filing identical Public Interest Litigations (PILs) without introducing new facts. The court expressed serious displeasure over the repeated legal interventions, which it said were wasting judicial time without bringing

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HAL to Deliver 12 LCA Mk1A Jets to IAF in 2025

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is gearing up to deliver 12 LCA Tejas Mk1A fighter jets to the Indian Air Force (IAF) before the end of 2025. The indigenous aircraft program, which had faced earlier delays, is now back on track following the arrival of critical engine components from General Electric (GE) Aerospace. LCA Mk1A Delivery […]

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US Expert: BrahMos Outmatches Chinese-Pak Air Defense

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

In a major endorsement of India’s growing military edge, a leading US war expert has declared that the BrahMos missile system gives India the ability to strike anywhere inside Pakistan, regardless of its Chinese-supplied air defense systems. Colonel (Retd) John Spencer, Chair of Urban Warfare Studies at the Modern War Institute at West Point, analyzed […]

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India Launches Global Anti-Terror Diplomacy Post-Operation Sindoor

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

In a sweeping diplomatic initiative following the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, India has launched a global campaign to expose Pakistan’s alleged sponsorship of terrorism. The campaign, backed by the Ministry of External Affairs, involves sending multi-party delegations to major global power centers including the United States, European Union, Japan, the

Economy National

India Leads Global Growth with 6.3% GDP in 2025: UN Report

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

India has been projected to be the fastest-growing major economy in 2025, with a GDP growth rate of 6.3%, according to the United Nations’ mid-year World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) report. While the projection has been slightly revised down from the earlier 6.6%, it still places India ahead of China (4.6%), the United States […]

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Amit Shah Credits Intelligence for Operation Sindoor’s Success

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has credited India’s intelligence agencies for their critical role in the success of Operation Sindoor. He described the operation as a landmark achievement made possible by the seamless coordination between precise intelligence gathering and the strike capabilities of the Indian armed forces. “Operation Sindoor is a shining example of