International

Asim Munir Says Pakistan Military Undergoing Transformation

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2026

Pakistan’s Army Chief Asim Munir said the country’s armed forces are undergoing a major transformation to prepare for future security challenges, with a strong focus on modern warfare and new technologies. Shift Towards Modern Warfare Speaking during an interaction with troops, Munir said traditional concepts of warfare are changing rapidly, with technology-driven

International

Dhaka-Karachi Direct Flights Resume After 14 Years

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2026

Direct flights between Dhaka and Karachi have resumed after a gap of 14 years, restoring nonstop air connectivity between Bangladesh and Pakistan. The first direct flight took off this week, marking a significant step in improving travel links between the two countries. Flight Operations and Schedule The service is being operated by Bangladesh’s national carrier, […]

International

Iran Warns of Swift Retaliation Amid Rising Tensions

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2026

Iran has warned that its armed forces are prepared to respond immediately and powerfully to any military action by the United States, in a sharp escalation of rhetoric after renewed US threats. Iranian officials said that any attack would trigger a swift military response to defend the country. US Threats and Pressure US President Donald […]

International

Abhijit Banerjee Says India Less Dependent on US After India-EU Deal

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2026

Nobel laureate economist Abhijit Banerjee said the recently concluded India-European Union free trade agreement (FTA) signals that India does not depend on the United States as much as Washington might assume. He described the pact as a strategic alignment that broadens India’s global economic options. Strategic Message of the FTA Banerjee said the India-EU trade […]

Economy National

Budget Session 2026: Parliament Day 2 Highlights

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2026

The second day of the Budget Session 2026 saw Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman table the Economic Survey 2025–26 in the Lok Sabha. The survey outlined the government’s assessment of the Indian economy, covering growth trends, fiscal position and key challenges ahead of the Union Budget. PM Modi Addresses Media Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Why the Supreme Court Had to Step In on UGC Rules and What It Means for BJP in Uttar Pradesh

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2026

The Supreme Court stepping in to stop the new UGC rules was not a routine legal move. It happened because the rules, as written, created real fear and anger among students. The biggest worry was simple and very real: the rules could be used unfairly, especially against students from the general category, while giving them […]

International

US Issues Travel Advisory for Pakistan

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2026

The United States has issued an updated travel advisory for Pakistan, asking its citizens to reconsider travel due to security concerns in several parts of the country. The advisory highlights risks linked to terrorism, civil unrest and violent incidents. High-Risk Regions Flagged The advisory specifically warns against travel to parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and

International

Starmer Meets Xi to Reset UK-China Relations

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2026

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing as part of efforts to reset strained relations between the United Kingdom and China. The meeting marked Starmer’s first engagement with China as prime minister and comes after years of diplomatic tensions. Push for Improved Economic Ties Starmer said the UK wants a […]

International

PM Modi to Visit Israel on February 27

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to travel to Israel on February 27, marking another high-level engagement between the two countries. The visit is aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation across key strategic sectors. Focus on Strategic and Defence Ties During the visit, discussions are expected to focus on defence cooperation, counter-terrorism, technology

Op-Eds Opinion

No ILS, No ATC, No Margin: The Normalisation of Risk at VIP Airstrips

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2026

The tragedy at Baramati should not be treated as an isolated aviation mishap or reduced to a question of pilot judgment in bad weather. It is a window into a deeper and more uncomfortable truth about how VIP aviation operates in India. Accidents in aviation rarely occur because someone suddenly abandons common sense. They occur […]