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International

India-Oman Trade Pact Strengthens Energy Security

By BPN News Desk
The India-Oman trade pact is expected to strengthen India’s energy security, expand export opportunities and deepen economic ties with a key Gulf partner at a time of volatility in West Asia. India-Oman Trade Pact Boosts Energy Security Experts said the agreement will help India build a more stable and predictable economic relationship with Oman, which […]
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National

India Rejects Third-Party Role In Nepal Border Row

By BPN News Desk
India has rejected any third-party role in resolving its border dispute with Nepal, making it clear that all boundary-related matters between the two neighbours must be handled bilaterally. India-Nepal Border Dispute To Be Resolved Bilaterally External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India and Nepal already have established bilateral mechanisms to deal
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Defence National

India Moves Ahead On 114 Rafale Jet Deal

By BPN News Desk
India has moved a step closer to acquiring 114 Rafale fighter jets from France after finalising a Letter of Request for the proposed government-to-government deal. The acquisition, estimated at around Rs 3.25 lakh crore, is aimed at strengthening the Indian Air Force’s combat capability. India Rafale Fighter Jet Deal The Letter of Request marks the […]
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International

Myanmar Assures India On Security Concerns

By BPN News Desk
Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing has assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi that Myanmar’s territory will not be allowed to be used against India’s security interests. The assurance came during wide-ranging talks in New Delhi focused on border security, trade, defence cooperation, connectivity and regional stability. India Myanmar Security Cooperation Prime Minister Modi
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Finance

India May GST Revenue Rises To Rs 1.94 Lakh Crore

By BPN News Desk
India’s gross Goods and Services Tax revenue rose 3.2 percent year-on-year to Rs 1,94,184 crore in May 2026, according to official data released on June 1. The figure, however, was lower than April’s record collection, showing a moderation after a strong start to the financial year. May GST Revenue Rises 3.2 Percent The May GST […]
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Defence National

General Subramani Takes Charge As New CDS

By BPN News Desk
General NS Raja Subramani has taken charge as India’s new Chief of Defence Staff, succeeding General Anil Chauhan. He will also function as Secretary of the Department of Military Affairs as India continues its push for military integration and theatre command reforms. General Subramani Takes Charge As CDS General Subramani assumed office as India’s third […]
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International

Balen Shah Says India-Nepal Border Row Not One-Sided

By BPN News Desk
Nepal Prime Minister Balendra “Balen” Shah has said the India-Nepal border dispute is not one-sided, claiming that both countries have encroached on each other’s territory. His remarks in Parliament have triggered political debate in Nepal and renewed focus on the long-running boundary dispute. Balen Shah On India Nepal Border Dispute Shah said the border issue […]
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National

Ajit Doval Meets Myanmar President In Delhi

By BPN News Desk
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi during the Myanmar leader’s first official visit to India since taking office. The meeting comes as India looks to balance border security, regional connectivity and strategic interests amid Myanmar’s internal instability. Ajit Doval Meets Myanmar President Doval called on President
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National

EAM Jaishankar Pays Tribute To UN Peacekeepers

By BPN News Desk
External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar paid tribute to United Nations peacekeepers serving across the world on the International Day of UN Peacekeepers. He praised their role in protecting global peace and security in some of the most difficult conflict zones. Jaishankar Praises UN Peacekeepers Dr Jaishankar lauded the women and men serving under UN […]
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Defence National

India Reaffirms US Defence Cooperation

By BPN News Desk
India has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening military cooperation with the United States during high-level engagements at the Shangri-La Dialogue 2026 in Singapore. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh also held discussions with NATO Military Committee Chair Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone as part of India’s wider defence diplomacy outreach. India-US Defence