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Indian Government Orders 3 Hour Removal Of Deepfakes

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2026

The government has introduced new rules requiring rapid removal of objectionable AI-generated content and mandatory labelling of deepfakes, tightening regulatory oversight of synthetic media online. India Deepfake Rules Removal Deadline Under the updated guidelines, platforms must remove reported objectionable deepfake content within three hours of receiving a valid

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India Diversifies Supplies To Boost Energy Security

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2026

India is expanding efforts to secure stable energy supplies by sourcing fuel from multiple regions, the Foreign Secretary said, outlining a strategy aimed at reducing dependence on any single supplier. India Energy Security Strategy Officials stated that diversification of crude oil and gas imports is central to ensuring uninterrupted availability amid global volatility.

Defence National

India Greece Sign Defence Cooperation Pact

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2026

India and Greece signed a joint declaration of intent aimed at expanding defence industrial cooperation, marking a step toward deeper military and technology collaboration between the two countries. India Greece Defence Cooperation Agreement The declaration focuses on strengthening cooperation in defence manufacturing, research and technology development. Officials

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Directs States Not To Obstruct Voter Roll Revision

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2026

The Supreme Court said states must not create obstacles in completing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, stressing the importance of maintaining the integrity of the voter list verification process. Supreme Court On Electoral Roll Revision A bench led by Justice Surya Kant observed that the revision exercise is a statutory process aimed […]

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Amit Shah Reviews Security In Chhattisgarh

By BPN News Desk February 9, 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited Chhattisgarh on February 8 to review security operations and development initiatives in areas affected by Left-Wing Extremism, with officials holding meetings on strategy and administration. Amit Shah Chhattisgarh Visit Security Review During the visit, Amit Shah held discussions with senior police and security officials on ongoing

Infrastructure National

Centre Starts Work On Sawalkote Hydropower Project

By BPN News Desk February 9, 2026

The central government has directed authorities to begin work on the Sawalkote Hydroelectric Project in Jammu and Kashmir, marking a major step toward expanding power generation capacity in the region. Sawalkote Hydroelectric Project Work Begins Officials confirmed that preparatory construction activities have been ordered to commence, including site development and

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Piyush Goyal Defends Farms Products In US Trade Talks

By BPN News Desk February 9, 2026

India pushed strongly to protect its agricultural sector during negotiations with the United States trade agreement, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said, highlighting that sensitive farm products remained a key concern in the talks. India US Trade Deal Farm Protection says Piyush Goyal Piyush Goyal stated that India adopted a defensive approach in agriculture

Economy National

Nirmala Sitharaman On AI And India Investment Flows

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman responded to concerns about capital outflows from India, stating investment trends cannot be viewed narrowly through the growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI) sectors. She said broader economic fundamentals continue to attract investment across industries. Nirmala Sitharaman On Investment Outflow Claims The minister rejected suggestions

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India US Deal Will Not Hurt Farmers: Piyush Goyal

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said ongoing India United States (US) deal will not include provisions harmful to Indian farmers. He stated the government is prioritising agricultural interests while negotiating improved market access. India US Trade Deal Farmer Protection Goyal emphasised that safeguarding domestic agriculture remains a key principle in the

National Politics

Congress Questions India US Interim Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

Congress questioned the proposed interim trade deal between India and the United States (US), alleging political motivations behind the timing of negotiations. The party linked the development to past diplomatic outreach events and questioned the government’s approach to trade policy. Congress Questions On India US Interim Trade Deal The opposition said the trade