National

EC Automates Poll Reporting for Faster, Transparent Results

By BPN News Desk June 6, 2025

In a significant step towards digitization and efficiency, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched automated systems to manage key post-election tasks such as the creation of Index Cards and statistical reports. These processes, which were previously manual and time-consuming, will now be digitized to ensure faster publication of polling results and data,

Economy National

India’s Economic Ascent Recognized by WEF Chief

By BPN News Desk June 6, 2025

India’s economic trajectory has once again drawn global attention, with Børge Brende, the President and CEO of the World Economic Forum (WEF), describing the country as a standout performer among the world’s major economies. He praised India’s resilience and pace of expansion, stating: “Of the largest economies of the world, India is the bright spot. […]

Defence National

BSF Jawan Abducted by Bangladeshis, Freed After Flag Meet

By BPN News Desk June 5, 2025

A tense cross-border incident unfolded in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district when a Border Security Force (BSF) jawan was abducted by Bangladeshi nationals near the Chandni Chowk border outpost. The jawan, identified as Shri Ganesh of the 71st Battalion, was reportedly attempting to intercept a group of infiltrators near the international boundary in Kathalia village when

National

Tharoor Slams Pakistan in U.S., Cites Hillary’s ‘Vipers’ Warning

By BPN News Desk June 5, 2025

During a recent diplomatic visit to the United States, Congress MP and former UN diplomat Shashi Tharoor delivered a sharp critique of Pakistan’s track record on terrorism. Representing India as part of a parliamentary delegation, Tharoor called out Islamabad’s continued sheltering of terrorist networks while presenting itself as a victim on the global stage. In […]

National

PM Modi to Push Global Anti-Terror Plan at BRICS Summit

By BPN News Desk June 5, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on July 6–7, 2025, with a clear agenda: to internationalize India’s counter-terror strategy and advocate for the broader interests of the Global South. The summit, themed “Inclusive and Sustainable Global South,” comes at a time when India’s leadership on security […]

Law & Order National

Calcutta High Court Grants Interim Bail to Sharmistha Panoli

By BPN News Desk June 5, 2025

Sharmistha Panoli, a 22-year-old law student from Pune, was granted interim bail by the Calcutta High Court after her arrest in connection with a controversial video posted on social media. The video, which was deemed offensive to religious sentiments and allegedly connected to Operation Sindoor, led to widespread outrage and legal proceedings. The student had […]

National

Opposition MPs Demand Special Parliament Session on National Security

By BPN News Desk June 5, 2025

In a significant show of unity, more than 200 opposition Members of Parliament have come together to demand that Prime Minister Narendra Modi convene a special session of Parliament. Their primary objective is to deliberate on the Pahalgam terror attack and India’s military response under Operation Sindoor. This demand follows an earlier initiative by 20 […]

National

Monsoon Stalls After Early Start, Likely to Resume by June 11

By BPN News Desk June 5, 2025

India’s southwest monsoon, which arrived earlier than usual on May 24 this year, has temporarily stalled. After rapidly advancing over southern, northeastern, and parts of western India, monsoon progress slowed significantly from May 29 onward. The delay has led to subdued rainfall in several key regions, affecting early agricultural activity. Meteorologists attribute the

Infrastructure National

Adani Airports Secures $750 Million for Expansion and Debt Refinance

By BPN News Desk June 5, 2025

Adani Airports Holdings Ltd (AAHL), a subsidiary of Adani Enterprises, has raised $750 million through external commercial borrowings to fuel its next phase of growth. A significant portion of this funding will be used to refinance $400 million in existing debt, while the remaining capital will go toward expanding infrastructure and operational capabilities across six […]

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Malaysia Rejects Pakistan’s Plea to Cancel India’s Operation Sindoor Outreach

By BPN News Desk June 5, 2025

In a recent diplomatic development, Malaysia declined Pakistan’s request to cancel India’s Operation Sindoor outreach programs. Pakistan’s appeal was grounded in the notion of Islamic solidarity, urging Malaysia to consider their shared religious ties. The Pakistani embassy reportedly stated, “We are an Islamic country, you are an Islamic