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Supreme Court Reserves Order on Waqf Amendment Act 2025

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has reserved its decision on a series of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025. A bench comprising Chief Justice B.R. Gavai and Justice A.G. Masih concluded a three-day hearing on May 22, focusing on whether the amended provisions infringe upon fundamental religious freedoms and minority […]

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Jaishankar: “If Terrorists Are in Pakistan, We Will Hit Them”

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has made a bold declaration regarding India’s stance on cross-border terrorism, stating that India will not hesitate to strike at terrorists inside Pakistan if they pose a threat. His remarks come in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, India’s retaliatory military action following the Pahalgam massacre that killed 26 civilians on

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Supreme Court Halts ED Probe into ₹1,000 Crore TASMAC Scam

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has stayed the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) ongoing probe into the alleged ₹1,000 crore liquor scam involving the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC). Delivering a sharp rebuke to the agency, the apex court on May 22, 2025, questioned its jurisdiction, citing violations of the federal structure and absence of a […]

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Indian Army’s T-90 Bhishma Tanks Get DRDO Underwater Upgrade

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

The Indian Army’s T-90 Bhishma main battle tanks have been equipped with cutting-edge underwater maneuvering capabilities developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). This enhancement allows the tanks to operate submerged in water up to five meters deep for a duration of up to one hour, drastically improving their battlefield flexibility in

Economy National

India’s Net FDI Plummets to $0.4 Billion in FY25 Amid Rising Repatriation

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

India’s net foreign direct investment (FDI) plunged dramatically in the financial year 2024-25 (FY25), falling over 96% to just $0.4 billion, compared to $10.1 billion in FY24. This sharp decline comes in stark contrast to the country’s gross FDI inflows, which rose by 13.7% to reach a record $81 billion — up from $71.3 billion […]

National Politics

Jairam Ramesh Slams PM Modi for Using Delegations as Diversion

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has sharply criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s decision to send an all-party parliamentary delegation abroad, alleging it is a deliberate attempt to divert public attention from the Pahalgam terror attack. According to Ramesh, the timing of these international trips is suspect and appears designed to shift the national

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Supreme Court Rebukes ED Over TASMAC Raids

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

 The Supreme Court of India has strongly reprimanded the Enforcement Directorate (ED) over its recent raids on TASMAC, the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation. Observing that the agency was “crossing all limits,” the court raised serious concerns about federal overreach and improper use of investigative powers in a matter already under state jurisdiction. The hearing

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Tejas Mk1A Nears Combat Readiness with AASM HAMMER Integration

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

India’s indigenous Light Combat Aircraft, the Tejas Mk1A, is nearing full operational capability following the successful integration of the French-origin AASM HAMMER precision-guided munitions. This upgrade significantly enhances the aircraft’s offensive capabilities and represents a major milestone in India’s fighter jet modernization journey. Developed by Safran

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India Launches Nationwide Drive to Formalize Informal Economy

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

In a significant move to strengthen India’s economic framework, the government has launched a pan-India drive aimed at formalizing the informal economy and boosting compliance under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime. The initiative, led by the Ministry of Finance and coordinated with state governments, aims to bring unregistered businesses, traders, and workers under

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3,000 Agniveers Prove Mettle in Operation Sindoor

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

In a decisive demonstration of courage and capability, over 3,000 Agniveers—young soldiers recruited under the Agnipath scheme—successfully participated in Operation Sindoor, India’s massive military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives. From May 7 to May 10, these Agniveers manned frontline air defence systems to repel missile and drone