Defence National

HAL Assures Faster Tejas Deliveries After IAF Flags Delay

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has moved to address concerns raised by the Indian Air Force (IAF) over delays in the production of the Tejas Mk1A fighter jets. The public rebuke came earlier this year when Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh pointed out that not a single Tejas Mk1A had been delivered so far, casting […]

Defence National

Defence Ministry Clears ₹2,000 Cr for Counter-Terror Readiness

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

In a decisive move to strengthen the Army’s frontline capabilities against emerging terror threats, the Ministry of Defence has approved nearly ₹1,982 crore worth of contracts under the emergency procurement framework. The contracts were cleared under the leadership of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, focused specifically on equipping units with faster-response tools and

National

Doval Meets Wang Yi in Beijing, Urges Joint Fight Against Terrorism

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

India’s National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval, met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing on June 23, delivering a firm message on the urgent need for coordinated action against terrorism. The interaction came against the backdrop of escalating regional conflict and was part of the 20th SCO Security Council Secretaries’ meeting. In the discussions, NSA Doval […]

National

India Evacuates 3,000 Citizens from Iran and Israel

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

India has completed the safe evacuation of nearly 3,000 of its nationals from conflict-affected regions in Iran and Israel, as tensions between the two nations escalated into active military exchanges. The operation, overseen by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), combined coordinated efforts from the Indian Navy, Air Force, and civil aviation bodies to ensure […]

National

Pakistan’s Airspace Ban Hits 800 Indian Flights Weekly

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

Pakistan has extended its airspace closure to Indian-registered aircraft—including both commercial and military flights—until July 24. The restriction, initially imposed on April 24, continues to severely impact Indian carriers, who now face increased flight durations, operational costs, and disrupted international schedules. The move is widely seen as a retaliatory

National Politics

Jayant Chaudhary Confirms RLD Will Contest 2027 UP Polls with BJP

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) president and Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary has clarified that his party will definitely contest the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections in alliance with the BJP. Addressing speculation of a split, Chaudhary emphasized there is “no question” of breaking ties within the BJP-led coalition, adding that the RLD remains a key part […]

Defence National

Defence Secretary Singh Backs Faster Buying Over Bigger Budget

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

India’s Defence Secretary, Rajesh Kumar Singh, has downplayed concerns over budget limitations, asserting that the primary obstacle to enhancing military readiness is the slow pace of procurement—not the total amount allocated. His comments come amid growing pressure to raise defence spending to 4% of GDP, up from the current ~2%. “Our challenge isn’t budget quantum but

National Politics

AAP Wins Gujarat Bypoll, Congress Takes Kerala Seat

By BPN News Desk June 23, 2025

In a significant political development, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has scored a breakthrough victory in Gujarat’s Visavadar assembly bypoll, while the Congress claimed a notable win in Kerala’s Nilambur constituency. The BJP managed to retain its stronghold in Kadi. These results, declared on June 23, hint at shifting voter sentiments and fresh political dynamics […]

National

China Curbs Put 21,000 Indian Audio Sector Jobs at Risk

By BPN News Desk June 23, 2025

More than 21,000 jobs in India’s audio-electronics sector are at risk following China’s tightening of export regulations on key rare earth elements such as terbium and dysprosium. These materials are essential for manufacturing high-performance NdFeB magnets, which power a range of consumer products including hearables, wearables, and loudspeakers. According to a

Economy National

Rupee Nears ₹87 Amid Oil Surge, Global Unrest

By BPN News Desk June 23, 2025

The Indian rupee is once again under strain, flirting with the ₹87 per dollar mark amid a turbulent mix of global geopolitical tensions and sharply rising crude oil prices. Market analysts are cautioning that the domestic currency may soon breach this level unless stabilizing factors emerge quickly. Rupee Volatility Driven by Global Demand The demand […]