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France Signals Stronger India Defence Cooperation

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

France President Emmanuel Macron has said that the Dassault Rafale fighter jet will strengthen India’s defence capabilities and signalled that New Delhi and Paris may expand their defence cooperation, including higher indigenous content in future deals and potential submarine sales. Rafale To Make India Stronger Defence Capability President Macron stated that the Rafale

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India To Commission Third Nuclear Submarine

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

India is expected to commission its third indigenous nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine by the summer of 2026, further strengthening its strategic maritime deterrence. The submarine, INS Aridhaman, is currently in the final stages of trials and is likely to be inducted into service in the coming months. Indian Navy To Commission Third Indigenous Nuclear Submarine

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IT Probe Exposes Tax Evasion At Biryani Chains

By BPN News Desk February 19, 2026

Income Tax authorities have uncovered a large tax evasion network linked to restaurant businesses after searches at several Hyderabad biryani outlets revealed financial irregularities across multiple cities. Hyderabad Biryani Tax Evasion Probe Investigators conducted coordinated searches at restaurant locations and associated premises, examining account books, digital

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France President Macron Praises India Digital Systems At AI Summit

By BPN News Desk February 19, 2026

France President Emmanuel Macron praised digital public infrastructure of India at the AI Impact Summit, saying the country has created technology systems at population scale that few others have achieved. Macron On India Digital Infrastructure Macron highlighted India’s large-scale platforms used for identity verification, payments and public services, noting they

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Why Vijay Mallya Cannot Return To India Yet Explains Lawyer

By BPN News Desk February 18, 2026

Lawyers representing businessman Vijay Mallya have explained the legal hurdles preventing his immediate return to India, stating that ongoing proceedings in the United Kingdom and related legal protections continue to delay extradition. Vijay Mallya Extradition Case Status According to his legal team, multiple legal remedies remain available under UK law even after earlier

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Supreme Court Seeks Specifics In Hate Speech PIL

By BPN News Desk February 18, 2026

The Supreme Court heard a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking action over alleged hate speech remarks attributed to several BJP Chief Ministers, with petitioners requesting directions for stricter enforcement of existing legal provisions. Supreme Court Hate Speech PIL Hearing During the hearing, the court asked the petitioners to clearly specify the statements being

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Supreme Court Upholds Conviction In Pratyusha Death Case

By BPN News Desk February 18, 2026

The Supreme Court has upheld the conviction of the boyfriend of Telugu actress Pratyusha in connection with her death, bringing closure to a case that has remained under legal scrutiny for years. Pratyusha Suicide Case Supreme Court Verdict The court confirmed the earlier findings that held the accused guilty under charges related to abetment of […]

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Ajit Pawar Aircraft Black Boxes Damaged In Fire

By BPN News Desk February 18, 2026

India’s aircraft accident investigators have reported damage to the black boxes recovered from the crashed aircraft linked to Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar’s aviation fleet, after a post-crash fire affected critical recording components. Ajit Pawar Plane Crash Investigation Officials from the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) confirmed that both

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India France Renew Defence Pact For 10 Years

By BPN News Desk February 18, 2026

India and France have renewed their long-standing defence partnership with a new agreement extending cooperation for another decade, reinforcing military collaboration, technology sharing and joint production efforts between the two countries. India France Defence Cooperation Agreement The renewed framework updates an earlier defence roadmap and sets the direction for

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PM Modi Urges IT Firms To Build AI Products

By BPN News Desk February 18, 2026

Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has urged India’s technology companies to move beyond traditional outsourcing work and start building artificial intelligence (AI) products for global markets, signalling a shift in the country’s digital growth strategy. India IT Sector AI Products Push Speaking to industry leaders, Narendra Modi said India’s IT sector has powered global