National PMO

PM Modi Addresses 2002 Gujarat Riots on Lex Fridman Podcast

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a recent podcast interview, spoke about the 2002 Gujarat riots, stating that a “false narrative” was built around the events. He emphasized that judicial investigations have repeatedly proven his innocence, despite persistent political attacks from his opponents. PM Modi on the 2002 Gujarat Riots During the conversation, PM Modi

National PMO

PM Modi Discusses Democracy, Leadership, and Global Peace

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently participated in a wide-ranging discussion covering democracy, leadership, and India’s vision for global peace. In an engaging conversation, he shared insights into his leadership philosophy, the importance of criticism in governance, and India’s role on the global stage. Criticism: The Soul of Democracy During the

Agriculture National

Heatwaves Devastate Alphonso Mango Yield in Konkan Region

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2025

The Konkan region of Maharashtra, known for its high-quality Alphonso mangoes, is facing a severe crisis as extreme heatwaves have significantly reduced mango yields. Farmers are reporting major losses, raising concerns about the future of mango cultivation and its economic impact on the region. Heatwaves Disrupt Mango Production Since the beginning of the year, the […]

Government Policies

CEC Convenes High-Level Meeting to Discuss Linking Voter ID with Aadhaar

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2025

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar has scheduled a high-level meeting on March 18 to discuss the integration of Voter ID cards with Aadhaar numbers. The meeting will involve key officials, including Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Legislative Department Secretary Rajiv Mani, and UIDAI CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar. This initiative aims to eliminate duplicate and bogus

National

Whitewashing of Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal Begins Following Allahabad High Court Order

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2025

The whitewashing of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, commenced on Sunday, following an order from the Allahabad High Court. The court directed the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to complete the whitewashing within one week and permitted decorative lighting on the mosque’s exterior, provided no structural modifications are made. This development

Defence

India’s Tejas Fighter Jet Successfully Test-Fires Indigenous Astra BVR Missile

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2025

India’s indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas successfully test-fired the Astra Beyond Visual Range (BVR) air-to-air missile off the coast of Odisha on March 12, 2025. This marks a significant milestone in India’s defense capabilities, showcasing the integration of domestically developed advanced weaponry into its fighter aircraft fleet. The Astra

Law & Order National

Indian Man Arrested for Sharing Sensitive Info With ISI

By BPN News Desk March 15, 2025

An Indian man has been arrested by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) for allegedly sharing sensitive information with a Pakistan-based Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent. The accused was reportedly honey-trapped by an ISI handler who introduced herself under the alias “Neha.” ISI Honey Trap Leads to Security Breach Investigations revealed that

Economy National

HC Orders Lower GST on Fruit-Based Fizzy Drinks

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2025

The High Court has ruled in favor of lowering the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on fruit-based fizzy drinks, determining that they should not be taxed at the same rate as carbonated soft drinks. This decision provides relief to beverage manufacturers, who had been contesting the 28% GST rate imposed on these drinks. Court Ruling […]

Economy National

India’s Forex Reserves Climb to $653.97 Billion in March

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2025

India’s foreign exchange (forex) reserves have seen a significant increase, rising by $15.26 billion to reach $653.97 billion as of March 7. The latest surge in reserves reflects the country’s strong external position and a stable economic outlook, reinforcing confidence in India’s financial resilience. Forex Reserves Witness Significant Growth India’s forex reserves have

Agriculture National

Northeast India Set to Become New Saffron Cultivation Hub

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2025

The northeastern region of India is poised to become a significant hub for saffron cultivation, following the successful implementation of the Mission Saffron initiative since 2021. This ambitious project has expanded saffron farming across states like Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, and Meghalaya, with large-scale cultivation now underway in Menchukha (Arunachal Pradesh) and