International

Marco Rubio Calls India “Critical” Partner After Jaishankar Meeting

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2025

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said India is of “critical importance” to the United States following his meeting with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in New York. He underlined India’s significance in areas such as trade, defence, energy, pharmaceuticals, and critical minerals. Topics Discussed During the talks, the two leaders discussed bilateral trade

Defence National

India Must Raise Defence Budget to 2.5-3% of GDP: Rajesh Kumar Singh

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2025

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh has said that India’s current defence spending, which is about 2% of GDP, needs to be raised to 2.5-3%. He stressed that the increase is vital to meet modern security challenges and technological demands. Plans for Annual Capital Outlay Singh noted that the government plans to allocate USD $25–30 billion […]

National

IT Minister Vaishnaw Switches to Zoho in Swadeshi Push

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2025

Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that he has switched his office productivity tools to Zoho, the Indian-made software suite used for documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. He shared the update on X, calling it his contribution to Prime Minister Modi’s Swadeshi vision. Call to Embrace Homegrown Tech Vaishnaw urged citizens, businesses, and government bodies

National

India VP Says Atmanirbhar Bharat Vision Made India Self-Reliant

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2025

Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative has enabled India to achieve self-reliance in crucial sectors such as defence, space, and electronics. He made the remarks at his first public function after assuming office. Poverty Reduction & Basic Amenities Radhakrishnan noted that over the past 11 years, more

International

India, Morocco Sign Defence MoU to Deepen Ties

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2025

India and Morocco have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand defence cooperation. The agreement was formalised during a meeting between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Moroccan counterpart Abdeltif Loudiyi in Rabat on 22 September 2025. Key Areas of Cooperation The MoU outlines collaboration in multiple strategic fields, including: Joint military

International

India, US Agree Not to Demand Software Source Code

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2025

India and the United States have reached an understanding in trade talks that neither side will demand source code or algorithms from companies as a condition for market access. The move is designed to safeguard intellectual property and ease regulatory concerns in the technology sector. Digital Trade Focus This agreement is part of broader discussions […]

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Rajnath Singh: PoK Will One Day Say “Main Bhi Bharat Hoon”

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) will one day unite with India “on its own,” without the need for war. Speaking at an event in Morocco, he noted that people in PoK are increasingly expressing discontent with their administration and seeking freedom. Recalling Past Remarks Singh reminded that he had made a […]

National

Sridhar Vembu Encourages H-1B Indians to Return Home, Rebuild

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2025

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu urged Indian tech professionals on new H-1B visas in the United States to consider returning to India. Writing on X, he said rebuilding may take five years but would make them stronger. He encouraged them: “Do not live in fear. Make the bold move.” Fee Hike Details & Scope The U.S. […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Congress vs BJP: Who Really Built India’s Forex Wall?

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2025

India’s foreign exchange reserves recently crossed the $700 billion mark, sparking debate about which government deserves credit for building this financial shield. For students of finance and public services, this question is less about politics and more about understanding how reserves grow, what role they play, and why both governments contributed differently to the

Cricket Sports

Wasim Akram Slams Pakistan Batting After India Loss

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2025

Former Pakistan captain and legendary fast bowler Wasim Akram lashed out after Pakistan’s defeat to India in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match. He said it has become “tough to watch Pakistan bat,” stressing that India has dominated Pakistan in all aspects of the game over the last four to five years. Recent Trends […]