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3I/ATLAS: The Interstellar Visitor Changing Astronomy

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2025

The discovery of 3I/ATLAS has opened one of the most remarkable chapters in modern astronomy. Unlike ordinary comets born in our Solar System, 3I/ATLAS is an interstellar object — a cosmic wanderer from another star system. Its arrival offers scientists a once-in-a-generation opportunity to study matter that formed light-years away, giving rare insights into the […]

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SEBI’s Mutual Fund Cost Overhaul: What Investors and the Industry Must Know

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has released a fresh consultation paper proposing sweeping changes to the way mutual funds charge expenses and disclose costs. This move has the potential to reshape how investors evaluate funds, how asset management companies (AMCs) design their products, and how distributors operate. For India’s fast-growing mutual fund

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SJ-100 Manufacturing in India: Aviation Opportunity Worth Billions

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

India’s aviation sector is at the cusp of a transformation with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) joining hands with Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) for the production of the Sukhoi SJ-100 regional jet. For a country that has long been dependent on imported commercial aircraft, this initiative is significant because it marks India’s first serious step […]

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India’s Forest Report: Ranking High, But What Does It Really Mean?

By BPN News Desk October 25, 2025

India has recently been ranked ninth in the world in total forest area and third in annual net forest gain according to the FAO’s Global Forest Resources Assessment 2025. On the surface this sounds like a big achievement, but the numbers need to be carefully understood. What the numbers really show The latest India State […]

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DAC’s ₹79,000-crore Defence Approvals: What They Are, How They Work, and Why They Matter

By BPN News Desk October 24, 2025

GS Paper Mapping GS-II: Governance (decision making in defence acquisitions, inter-ministerial coordination), International Relations (regional deterrence, maritime security). GS-III: Science & Technology (indigenous R&D, dual-use tech), Internal Security (border management, counter-infiltration), Defence (force modernisation, procurement, logistics). The Big

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India’s Counter-Tariff Strategy: Turning Trade Pressure into Opportunity

By BPN News Desk October 20, 2025

India’s exports recently faced heavy pressure after the United States imposed steep tariffs, close to 50 percent, on several Indian products including textiles, gems and jewellery, marine products, and leather. These measures were a serious setback because the U.S. has long been one of India’s largest export destinations. In response, India adopted a counter-tariff

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India’s Breakthroughs in Antibiotic Discovery and Gene

By BPN News Desk October 20, 2025

Introduction India has achieved two major scientific milestones: discovery of its first indigenous antibiotic, Nafithromycin, and the successful clinical trial of gene therapy for Hemophilia. These advances demonstrate India’s growing self-reliance in biotechnology and pharmaceutical innovation. GS Paper Mapping GS Paper II (Governance & Social Justice): Healthcare

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India-US 10-Year Defence Framework: A Decade of Strategic Convergence

By BPN News Desk October 19, 2025

India and the United States have signed a landmark 10-year defence framework agreement, marking a significant milestone in their growing strategic partnership. The framework, titled “Framework for the U.S.–India Major Defence Partnership (2025–35),” was signed by India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth in Kuala Lumpur during the 12th

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IMF’s World Economic Outlook 2025 – India’s Growth Projection

By BPN News Desk October 16, 2025

  Introduction The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected India’s GDP growth at 6.6% for 2025, making it the fastest-growing major economy. This stands in contrast to a slowing global economy (3.2% world average) and weaker growth in advanced economies like the U.S. (2.0%) and the Eurozone (1.2%). China, once the growth leader, is expected […]

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India Pitches Akash Missile System to Brazil

By BPN News Desk October 16, 2025

India has offered its indigenous Akash surface-to-air missile system to Brazil during Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s meeting with Brazilian Vice-President Geraldo Alckmin. This marks an important step in India’s defence diplomacy, showcasing its capability to export advanced military technology while deepening ties with Latin America’s largest nation. The Akash Missile