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India Stalls Indus Waters Treaty Talks, Demands Terror Resolution

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

India has refused to resume talks with Pakistan under the Indus Waters Treaty framework, citing persistent cross-border terrorism and lack of credible action from Islamabad. Officials confirmed that India has received multiple communications from Pakistan requesting bilateral discussions on the treaty, but the government has made it clear that no engagement will occur

National Politics

Rahul Gandhi Calls EC’s Voter Roll Release ‘Good First Step’

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday welcomed the Election Commission’s decision to release voter roll data for Maharashtra and Haryana from as far back as 2009, calling it a “good first step.” However, he urged the Commission to take the next logical leap by declaring the precise date by which the data will be made […]

Infrastructure National

SC Temporarily Restores NHAI Toll on Madurai‑Tuticorin Highway

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has stayed the Madras High Court’s earlier order that had restrained the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) from collecting toll on the Madurai–Tuticorin stretch of National Highway 138. The order was issued by a vacation bench of Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and Manmohan, who also issued a notice to […]

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RSS Chief Calls for Nationwide Outreach to Unite Hindus

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

RSS Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat, during his recent visit to Kanpur, called upon swayamsevaks to intensify grassroots-level engagement and ensure “contact with every family in the shakha area.” Speaking to volunteers at a local school, he emphasized that the RSS must “work to unite all Hindus” through value-based education, familial harmony, and cultural revitalization

Defence National

India’s ATAGS Howitzers Deployed in Armenia Signal Defense Partnership

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

India’s Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS), a 155 mm/52-caliber howitzer, has officially entered service with the Armenian Armed Forces. Recently surfaced images show the gun system deployed in Armenian camouflage and integrated with MT-LBu armored vehicles, suggesting full operational induction. This marks the first export of India’s premier artillery platform to

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GE Eyes AMCA Engine Deal, Boosts Tejas Jet Support

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

General Electric has confirmed its keen interest in securing the engine contract for India’s ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program. Speaking to Indian media, GE CEO Larry Culp emphasized the strategic importance of India to the company and underlined GE’s readiness to support the country’s indigenous stealth fighter program. The AMCA engine partnership

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DRDO Transfers Tech for Nine Defence Systems to Industry

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

In a major stride toward strengthening India’s defence manufacturing base, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has transferred technologies for nine land-based military systems to ten Indian companies. This initiative is part of a larger push to localise defence production and reduce dependency on imports under the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India

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SC Halts Probe into HC Judge After Rajya Sabha Intervention

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

The Supreme Court has formally discontinued its in-house investigation into Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav of the Allahabad High Court after receiving an official communication from the Rajya Sabha Secretariat asserting parliamentary jurisdiction over the matter. This move comes amidst controversy over the judge’s controversial public remarks, which had triggered calls for

National Politics

Rahul Gandhi Demands EC Transparency Amid ‘Match-Fixing’ Row

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has stepped up his confrontation with the Election Commission of India (ECI), seeking clarity and accountability over what he previously described as “match-fixing” in the electoral process. This escalation follows the ECI’s dismissal of his claims as “completely absurd.” Gandhi took to social media platform X, posting: “Dear EC, you

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India’s Inclusion in G7 Summit Highlights Its Central Role in Global Supply Chains

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

India has been formally invited to participate in the upcoming G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, from June 15 to 17, 2025. The invitation was extended by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, marking a significant recognition of India’s expanding role in global trade and strategic policymaking. India’s Economic Weight Gains Global Recognition Prime Minister Carney