Ajit Doval Projects $38 Trillion Indian Economy

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2026

Economy National

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has projected that India’s gross domestic product could rise from about $4.015 trillion currently to $38 trillion over the next 20 years, as the country undergoes major economic and technological transformation. India GDP Could Reach $38 Trillion by 2046

National

India Rejects Pressure Over US Russia Sanctions

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2026

India has reaffirmed that its foreign and energy policies will be guided by national interest after US President Donald Trump signed a sweeping Russia sanctions law that could expose major buyers of Russian oil and gas to tariffs of up to 100%. India Says It Will Not Operate Under Pressure Minister of State for External […]

International

Canada Eyes India Trade Deal by Year-End

By BPN News Desk September 19, 2026

Canada is optimistic that negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with India can be concluded by the end of 2026, Canadian International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu said during a visit to Mumbai. The two countries are accelerating talks as they seek deeper trade, investment and energy ties. India-Canada CEPA Talks Target Year-End Deal […]

National

PM Modi Says FTAs Are Expanding Jobs for Indian Youth

By BPN News Desk September 19, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India’s free trade agreements with around 40 countries are creating new markets for domestic businesses and expanding career opportunities for young Indians. Speaking at the 20th Rozgar Mela on Saturday, Modi said stronger global economic partnerships could help entrepreneurs, workers and startups access new opportunities. India FTAs

Law & Order National

CJI Calls SC ‘Banyan Tree’ of Green Justice

By BPN News Desk September 19, 2026

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has described the Supreme Court as a “banyan tree of environmental justice”, saying India’s environmental jurisprudence is rooted in its civilisational respect for nature while extending constitutional protection to future generations. CJI Highlights Supreme Court Environmental Jurisprudence Speaking at the International Conference on “The

Business Industry

CITI Warns US Tariffs Could Hit Textile Exports

By BPN News Desk September 19, 2026

The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) has warned that any additional US tariffs linked to India’s purchase of Russian energy could severely affect the country’s textile and apparel exports. The industry body said the United States remains India’s single-largest market for the sector and higher duties could make Indian products significantly less competitive.

International

Trump Extends $100,000 H-1B Fee to 2027

By BPN News Desk September 19, 2026

US President Donald Trump has extended restrictions requiring a $100,000 payment for certain new H-1B visa petitions for another year, keeping the measure in place until September 21, 2027. The administration says the policy is intended to curb alleged abuse of the skilled-worker visa programme and protect American jobs. $100,000 H-1B Fee Extended for Another […]

North India State News

Ghaziabad Traders Reject UPI Over New MDR

By BPN News Desk September 19, 2026

Traders in Ghaziabad have begun displaying notices saying they will stop accepting UPI payments as they protest the new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) scheduled to apply to selected high-value merchant transactions from October 15. Several shops are instead asking customers to prepare to make payments in cash. Ghaziabad Shops Put Up ‘Cash Only’ Notices Notices […]

International

Denmark Backs US-Greenland Security Deal

By BPN News Desk September 19, 2026

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has endorsed a new Greenland security agreement with the United States, saying the arrangement will strengthen Arctic security and benefit both NATO and Europe while preserving Danish sovereignty over the territory. Denmark Says Greenland Deal Is Good for NATO Frederiksen welcomed the agreement between Denmark, Greenland and the

Op-Eds Opinion

Asian Games Chaos in Japan Exposes Global Media’s Double Standards

By BPN News Desk September 19, 2026

The 2026 Asian Games have barely begun in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, and the organisers are already dealing with problems that would normally make uncomfortable headlines for the host of one of the world’s biggest multi-sport events. Accommodation shortages, questionable room allocations, accreditation delays, transport complaints and administrative confusion have all surfaced