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‘Action part of a political witch hunt’: Sonam Wangchuk

By BPN News Desk September 26, 2025

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has cancelled the FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act) licence of Students’ Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh (SECMOL), the NGO founded by Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk. The cancellation bars SECMOL from receiving any foreign funding. Allegations Against SECMOL The government cited alleged irregularities in SECMOL’s

Defence National

Rajnath Singh Leads Farewell To MiG-21 Jets

By BPN News Desk September 26, 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on September 26, 2025, led the farewell ceremony for the MiG-21 fighter jets in Chandigarh, marking the official retirement of the aircraft after more than six decades of service with the Indian Air Force. Final Flypast And Tributes The event featured a flypast by the last MiG-21s and a traditional water […]

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Sonia Gandhi Criticises India’s Palestine Stance

By BPN News Desk September 26, 2025

Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi has strongly criticised the Modi government’s handling of the Israel–Palestine conflict. She accused New Delhi of exhibiting a “profound silence” and described its response as an abdication of humanity and morality. Allegations Of Biased Diplomacy Gandhi claimed that India’s muted stance is being shaped more by Prime

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PM Urges “Chips to Ships” Manufacturing Push

By BPN News Desk September 26, 2025

In Noida, Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to industries to adopt a “make in India” approach — spanning from semiconductors (“chips”) to shipbuilding (“ships”). He linked this vision with recent tax reforms and said global shifts should be treated as opportunities for India’s manufacturing growth. Responding To Global Disruptions Modi indirectly referenced the recent

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Rajasthan Man Arrested For Alleged Pakistan Spy

By BPN News Desk September 26, 2025

A Rajasthan CID (Intelligence) unit has arrested Hanif Khan from Jaisalmer, accusing him of spying for Pakistan’s ISI. He is the fourth person arrested in this district this year on similar charges. Allegations Against The Accused Khan is alleged to have passed confidential military information—such as troop movement and installation details—to Pakistani handlers in

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EAM Jaishankar Remarks Amid Visa Fee Row

By BPN News Desk September 26, 2025

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said that in today’s changing world, nations must embrace a global workforce. He made the remark during a session on “Aid, Trade, and Technology” held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. Context: H-1B Visa Fee Increase His comments came in response to the U.S. imposing a USD 100,000 […]

Law & Order National

Government Cancels SECMOL’s FCRA Licence

By BPN News Desk September 25, 2025

The Ministry of Home Affairs has cancelled the FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act) registration of SECMOL (Students’ Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh), the NGO founded by Sonam Wangchuk. This revocation is effective immediately. Basis For Action The cancellation follows alleged violations under multiple sections of the FCRA including irregular fund

Defence National

IAF To Retire MiG-21 On September 26

By BPN News Desk September 25, 2025

The Indian Air Force (IAF) will formally retire its MiG-21 fighter jets on September 26, 2025, in a decommissioning ceremony at Chandigarh Air Force Station. The jets will be flown out of squadron service, marking the close of over six decades of service in India’s skies. Last Squadron And Ceremony The final MiG-21s belong to […]

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CBDT Extends Tax Audit Deadline To October 31

By BPN News Desk September 25, 2025

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has officially extended the deadline for filing income tax audit reports for the Financial Year 2024-25 (Assessment Year 2025-26) from September 30 to October 31, 2025. Judicial Backing This move follows interim orders from the Rajasthan High Court (Jodhpur Bench) and Karnataka High Court, both of which directed […]

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India Signs Record Tejas Jet Deal With HAL

By BPN News Desk September 25, 2025

The Indian government has signed a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to procure 97 Tejas Mk-1A fighter jets. The deal is valued at ₹62,370 crore, making it the largest procurement for a domestic aircraft to date. Jet Mix And Deliveries The order includes 68 single-seat fighters and 29 twin-seat trainer variants, along with associated […]