India To Finalize SCALP Deal During Macron Visit After Operation Sindoor Success

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2026

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France President Emmanuel Macron’s upcoming visit to India is expected to coincide with New Delhi moving ahead on a fresh purchase of SCALP long-range cruise missiles for the Indian Air Force. The timing is not accidental. The weapon’s combat use during Operation Sindoor converted what was once

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PM Modi Begins Malaysia Visit For Strategic Ties

By BPN News Desk February 7, 2026

Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi began a two-day visit to Malaysia aimed at strengthening defence, security and economic cooperation between the two countries. The trip includes high-level meetings and agreements focused on strategic partnership and regional stability. PM Modi in  Malaysia For Defence Cooperation During the visit, discussions are expected to focus on

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PM Modi Tells Students To Focus On Future

By BPN News Desk February 7, 2026

Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi interacted with students during an outreach programme, encouraging them to plan long-term goals and remain optimistic about the future. Addressing questions on age and career planning, he used a personal anecdote to emphasise forward-looking thinking rather than limitations. PM Modi Advice To Students The Prime Minister said people should

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PM Modi Says No Double Standards In Global Terror Fight

By BPN News Desk November 24, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the global community must adopt a uniform approach against terrorism, stressing there should be “no double standards” in how countries confront extremist threats. He made the remarks during the IBSA (India–Brazil–South Africa) leaders’ meeting held on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg. Calls For Reform Of Global Institutions

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Heartfelt Gratitude to the Narendra Modi-Led Indian Government – Sheikh Hasina’s Son

By BPN News Desk November 19, 2025

Sajeeb Wazed, son of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has publicly expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Narendra Modi-led Indian government, alleging it “saved my mother’s life” amid threats in Bangladesh. He stated that if his mother had not relocated to India during the 2024 pro-democracy uprising, militants had planned to kill her. He described […]

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Congress Calls Modi’s Praise For Bhagwat ‘Desperate Bid’

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

On Mohan Bhagwat’s 75th birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi published an article praising him as a “living example of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” and for his leadership since 2009. Modi also called Bhagwat’s tenure one of transformation for the RSS. Congress Response The Congress party, led by Jairam Ramesh, criticized Modi’s tribute as “over-the-top.” It called the […]

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PM Modi Begins Two-Day Visit To Japan For Annual Summit

By BPN News Desk August 29, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tokyo for a two-day official visit, marking his first bilateral summit with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. The leaders are set to participate in the 15th India–Japan Annual Summit, focusing on deepening strategic and economic cooperation. Key Areas Of Cooperation The summit is expected to advance multiple areas of […]

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India Spent ₹548 Crore on Astronaut Shukla’s Axiom-4 Mission

By BPN News Desk August 19, 2025

India’s government has confirmed that it spent approximately ₹548 crore on the Axiom-4 mission that carried Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla to the International Space Station (ISS). This total includes costs for training, logistics, spacecraft seat reservation, and scientific activities. Shukla, an Indian Air Force test pilot and ISRO astronaut, spent 18 days aboard the

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PM Modi Welcomes Zelenskyy’s Greetings, Urges Stronger Ties

By BPN News Desk August 16, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his warm Independence Day wishes. He also expressed hopes for tighter India–Ukraine relations and a peaceful, prosperous future for Ukraine. Shared Diplomatic Interests In his message, Modi highlighted the importance of a joint commitment to strengthening bilateral ties. He underlined

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Asaduddin Owaisi Slams PM’s RSS Praise as “Insult to Freedom Struggle”

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2025

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Independence Day remarks lauding the RSS, calling it “an insult to the freedom struggle.” He argued the Sangh had not participated in India’s fight for independence and even opposed Mahatma Gandhi more than the British. Glorifying RSS Crosses the Line Owaisi expressed