Protect India’s IITs From Political Pressure Before Academic Independence Becomes a Casualty

By BPN News Desk October 17, 2026

Op-Eds Opinion

The controversy surrounding IIT Bombay has raised disturbing questions about the independence of India’s premier academic institutions, the growing influence of external pressure groups and the responsibility of elected governments to protect educational excellence from political

Op-Eds Opinion

Regime Change, Revolution And Bloodshed: Modi and Shah Must Order A Full Criminal Probe

By BPN News Desk October 16, 2026

India is witnessing a political confrontation that has moved far beyond the original dispute surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and the demand for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation. What began as protests over alleged electoral irregularities has developed into a broader movement involving student organisations,

Op-Eds Opinion

Enough Speeches, Mr Modi: Defund the Leftist Institutions You Blame for ‘Dimaagi Naxals’

By BPN News Desk August 16, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi used the Red Fort on Independence Day to issue a striking warning. Armed Naxalism, he said, had been pushed to the brink, but another danger remained. He called them “dimaagi Naxals” — ideological Naxals who, according to him, are searching for opportunities to promote violence and anarchy, drag society down the […]

Op-Eds Opinion

From Wangchuk to Ethanol: PM Modi and Amit Shah’s Biggest Political Risk

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2026

Over the past decade, the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah has accumulated an extraordinary reservoir of political capital. This credibility was not built through caution or incrementalism. It was earned through decisive action on issues considered fundamental to India’s national interests. The abrogation of Article 370 in

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Polish Minister’s Modi Remark and India’s Global Diplomatic Rise

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2026

Polish Minister Claims PM Modi Helped Dissuade Putin From Using Nuclear Weapons. What Does It Say About India’s Global Role? When a senior European diplomat publicly credits India’s Prime Minister with influencing one of the world’s most consequential strategic decisions, it deserves attention—not because it conclusively proves history unfolded that way,

International

PM Modi Holds Talks In Slovakia

By BPN News Desk June 15, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico in Bratislava during his historic visit to Slovakia, the first by an Indian Prime Minister to the Central European nation. The two sides elevated India-Slovakia ties to a Comprehensive Partnership and discussed new areas of cooperation. PM Modi Holds Talks With Robert Fico […]

National

PM Modi Seeks Calm Amid LPG Shortage

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday sought to calm concerns over the LPG shortage affecting parts of India, saying the country would “navigate the situation” as the West Asia conflict disrupts global energy supply chains. His remarks came amid reports of refill delays, panic booking in some cities and pressure on commercial users such as […]

National

PM Modi Looks Forward To Israel Visit

By BPN News Desk February 23, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said he is looking forward to his upcoming visit to Israel, highlighting the strength of the India-Israel partnership and the shared commitment to deeper cooperation. His remarks came ahead of scheduled high-level engagements between the two nations. PM Modi Israel Visit Announcement In a public message, PM Modi expressed enthusiasm […]

National

PM Modi Says India Must Become AI Superpower

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India should aim to become one of the world’s top three artificial intelligence powers, emphasising investment, innovation and skill development as key pillars of the country’s technology strategy. Modi On India AI Superpower Goal Addressing a gathering focused on technology and innovation, the Prime Minister stated that artificial

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

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2026

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 a capability on paper into a capability proven […]