Defence National

IAF, DRDO Test Astra Missile from Su‑30MKI

By BPN News Desk July 12, 2025

The Indian Air Force (IAF) and DRDO successfully flight-tested the indigenously developed Astra beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM) from a Su‑30MKI fighter jet off Odisha’s coast on July 11. The tests used two missiles equipped with an Indian-developed radio-frequency seeker, both of which accurately intercepted high-speed unmanned aerial targets. Dual Launches

Law & Order National

Gurugram Cops Probe: Tennis Star Radhika Yadav’s Murder by Father

By BPN News Desk July 12, 2025

In a shocking incident, national-level tennis player Radhika Yadav was shot and killed by her father, Deepak Yadav, at their home in Gurugram’s Sector 57 on July 10 according to the probe. The 25-year-old athlete was reportedly gunned down in a fit of rage linked to a dispute over her decision to start a tennis […]

National

Air India Crash: No Sabotage or Bird Strike Found

By BPN News Desk July 12, 2025

The preliminary report into the tragic Air India Flight AI171 crash has ruled out sabotage or bird strike as causes of the accident. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner, en route from Ahmedabad to London, crashed shortly after takeoff on June 12, killing 241 people onboard and 19 on the ground. The sole survivor, a British national, […]

National Politics

Bhagwant Mann Questions PM’s Foreign Tours

By BPN News Desk July 11, 2025

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has defended his recent criticism of Prime Minister Modi’s international visits, stating that as a citizen and elected leader, “don’t we have the right to ask the PM what foreign policy is?” He emphasised that scrutiny is part of democracy and vowed to continue raising questions. Visits to ‘Small’ Nations […]

Law & Order National

India Deports Drug Kingpin Kubbawala Mustafa

By BPN News Desk July 11, 2025

Kubbawala Mustafa, a key accused in a ₹252-crore synthetic drug case, has been deported from the United Arab Emirates to India. He was wanted for running a large-scale mephedrone manufacturing unit in Sangli, Maharashtra. After months on the run, Mustafa was brought to Mumbai on July 11 by a special team of Mumbai Police. Massive […]

National

Population Foundation of India: India’s Population Not a Crisis

By BPN News Desk July 11, 2025

India, with a population exceeding 1.46 billion, is now the most populous country in the world. However, this should not be seen as a crisis, according to Poonam Muttreja, Executive Director of the Population Foundation of India. She emphasised that the country is at a crucial demographic crossroads that demands smart, inclusive, and rights-based policy […]

Defence National

Doval Challenges Foreign Media Over Operation Sindoor Reports

By BPN News Desk July 11, 2025

National Security Adviser Ajit Doval has firmly rebutted reports suggesting India suffered any damage during Operation Sindoor. Speaking at the convocation ceremony of IIT Madras, Doval said that none of the foreign media outlets making such claims have presented even a single satellite image proving any harm to Indian military or civilian infrastructure. He directly […]

Defence National

India Fast-Tracks 87 Indigenous MALE Drone Purchase

By BPN News Desk July 11, 2025

India has fast-tracked the procurement of 87 Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) drones to enhance surveillance along its borders and maritime areas. The proposal, valued at over ₹20,000 crore, is expected to be reviewed soon by the Defence Ministry and forms part of India’s push to improve air monitoring capabilities. Home-Grown Design Under “Make in […]

National Politics

Bhagwat Backs Leaders’ Retirement at 75, Triggers Speculation

By BPN News Desk July 11, 2025

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, speaking at a book launch in Nagpur on July 9, reminded leaders that turning 75 can be a sign to step aside. Quoting RSS ideologue Moropant Pingle, he said: “When you turn 75, it means you should stop now and make way for others.” What About PM Modi? Bhagwat and Prime […]

National

Preliminary Report on Air India Crash Due Today

By BPN News Desk July 11, 2025

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is expected to release the preliminary report today on the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI‑171. The flight, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, was en route from Ahmedabad to London when it crashed shortly after takeoff on June 12. As per international aviation norms, a preliminary report is typically […]