Government Policies National

Government Warns Exporters Against Diverting Third-Country Goods to U.S. Amid Intensifying Trade War

By BPN News Desk April 10, 2025

Amid rising global trade tensions and steep U.S. tariff hikes on Chinese goods, the Indian government has issued a clear warning to exporters not to reroute third-country goods through India to the United States. The move comes amid growing concerns that such diversions could draw negative scrutiny from the U.S. administration and undermine India’s standing […]

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Slams Government for Delay in Cashless Treatment Scheme for Accident Victims

By BPN News Desk April 10, 2025

The Supreme Court has come down heavily on the central government for failing to implement a long-awaited cashless medical treatment scheme for motor accident victims. The scheme, meant to ensure immediate and free emergency care during the critical ‘golden hour’ after an accident, was to be rolled out by March 15, 2025, but the deadline […]

National

Security Forces in Gunfights With Terrorists in Udhampur and Kishtwar

By BPN News Desk April 10, 2025

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir launched simultaneous operations in the Udhampur and Kishtwar districts, engaging in separate gunfights with terrorists in heavily forested and remote areas. Both encounters began following credible intelligence inputs suggesting the presence of armed militants. In Udhampur district, a joint team of security forces initiated a

Law & Order National

Supreme Court to Hear Challenges to Waqf (Amendment) Act on April 16

By BPN News Desk April 10, 2025

The Supreme Court of India is set to hear a series of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, on April 16. A bench headed by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and comprising Justices Sanjay Kumar and K.V. Viswanathan will preside over the hearing. Supreme Court to Examine Waqf Law Amendments The […]

National

Tahawwur Rana Extradited to India to Face Charges in 26/11 Mumbai Terror Attacks

By BPN News Desk April 10, 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a Pakistani-born Canadian national and accused conspirator in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has been extradited from the United States to India. His arrival marks a significant milestone in India’s ongoing efforts to bring all those responsible for the 26/11 attacks to justice. Rana is set to face trial under Indian law […]

Economy National

Reserve Bank of India Cuts Repo Rate to 6% Amid Escalating U.S. Tariffs

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2025

In response to the escalating global trade tensions and the impact of steep tariffs imposed by the United States, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a 25 basis point cut in the key repo rate, bringing it down to 6%. This is the second consecutive rate cut by the central bank in 2025 […]

Infrastructure National

IRB Infrastructure’s Toll Revenue Surges 23% to ₹6,360 Crore in FY25

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2025

IRB Infrastructure Developers Ltd. has reported a strong performance for the financial year 2024-25 (FY25), posting a 23% year-on-year increase in toll revenue. The total toll collection reached ₹6,360 crore, a notable rise from ₹5,169 crore in the previous fiscal, reaffirming IRB’s leading position in India’s highway and expressway infrastructure sector. IRB

Defence National

India Approves ₹63,000 Crore Deal to Acquire 26 Rafale-M Fighter Jets from France

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2025

In a major step toward enhancing the combat readiness of the Indian Navy, the Indian government has approved a ₹63,000 crore deal to procure 26 Rafale-M (Marine) fighter jets from France. The decision was taken by the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This high-value defense acquisition is […]

National PMO

Dubai Crown Prince Gifts Replica of Grandfather’s Traditional Cloak to PM Modi

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2025

In a powerful symbol of enduring friendship between India and the United Arab Emirates, Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum presented Prime Minister Narendra Modi with a replica of his grandfather Sheikh Rashid’s ‘bisht’—a traditional Arabian embroidered cloak. The ‘bisht’ is an iconic garment worn over the Qandura and holds […]

Law & Order National

ED Attaches Assets of Dubai-Based Alleged International Drug Trafficker Linked to Khalistan Liberation Force

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken significant action under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) by attaching assets valued at approximately ₹6 crore belonging to a Dubai-based individual accused of international drug trafficking and alleged associations with the Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF).​ ED Attaches Assets in Money Laundering Probe The attached