International

US Cuts Bangladesh Tariff To 19 Percent

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2026

The United States (US) has reduced tariffs on certain Bangladesh exports to 19% under a new trade arrangement, a move expected to affect bilateral trade flows and export competitiveness. US Bangladesh Tariff Reduction Deal Officials said the revised tariff structure lowers duties on selected goods entering the American market. The decision forms part of efforts […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Mamata Banerjee SIR Challenge and Supreme Court Pushback: Limits of State Resistance in Federal India

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2026

The Supreme Court’s warning that no impediment will be allowed to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls was not just another procedural order in an election season dispute. It came after the West Bengal government raised objections to how the voter verification exercise was being conducted. What appeared on the surface as an […]

International

China Urges Banks To Reduce US Treasury Exposure

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2026

China have asked domestic banks to limit exposure to United States (US) Treasury securities amid concerns over market volatility and financial risk management. China Banks US Treasuries Exposure Financial regulators advised banks to review holdings of US government bonds and manage potential risks linked to fluctuations in global interest rates. The guidance focuses on

Defence National

India Greece Sign Defence Cooperation Pact

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2026

India and Greece signed a joint declaration of intent aimed at expanding defence industrial cooperation, marking a step toward deeper military and technology collaboration between the two countries. India Greece Defence Cooperation Agreement The declaration focuses on strengthening cooperation in defence manufacturing, research and technology development. Officials

International

Keir Starmer Aide Quits Amid Epstein Fallout

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2026

The communications chief to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has resigned following controversy linked to the wider fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein case, according to officials in London. Keir Starmer Communications Chief Resignation The official stepped down after questions were raised about past associations connected to individuals involved in the Epstein scandal. The

Op-Eds Opinion

India Bangladesh Border Fencing Land Handover Standoff: Mamata Banerjee’s Administrative Resistance Is Slowing Border Security

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2026

The current confrontation between the Union Government and the West Bengal government over land handover for India Bangladesh border fencing is not a technical disagreement. It is a political standoff with real security consequences. The Centre expanded the BSF’s operational jurisdiction from 15 km to 50 km inside border states. West Bengal challenged the decision […]

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Directs States Not To Obstruct Voter Roll Revision

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2026

The Supreme Court said states must not create obstacles in completing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, stressing the importance of maintaining the integrity of the voter list verification process. Supreme Court On Electoral Roll Revision A bench led by Justice Surya Kant observed that the revision exercise is a statutory process aimed […]

International

Taiwan Says 40% Semiconductor Chip Shift To US Not Feasible

By BPN News Desk February 9, 2026

Taiwan has said shifting 40% of its semiconductor manufacturing capacity to the United States is not feasible, responding to ongoing discussions about diversifying global chip supply chains. Taiwan Semiconductor Capacity Shift Concerns Officials stated that relocating a large share of chip production overseas would face technical and logistical constraints. Taiwan’s

International

Russia Offers Counterterror Support To Pakistan

By BPN News Desk February 9, 2026

Russia President Vladmir Putin has offered counterterrorism cooperation to Pakistan, signalling a potential expansion of security engagement between the two countries amid evolving geopolitical alignments. Russia Pakistan Counterterrorism Cooperation Putin proposed assistance in counterterrorism efforts, including training, intelligence coordination and security dialogue.

International

Trump Plans First Board Of Peace Meeting

By BPN News Desk February 9, 2026

US President Donald Trump plans to convene the first meeting of a newly created “Board of Peace” in Washington later this month, as part of efforts to shape diplomatic engagement and conflict resolution initiatives. Trump Board Of Peace Initiative Officials said the proposed body will focus on dialogue mechanisms and policy coordination aimed at preventing […]