International

Guyana Invites Indian Firms to 2026 Oil Block Auction

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

Guyana has invited Indian energy companies to participate in its offshore oil block auction scheduled for 2026, as the South American nation looks to broaden international participation in its fast growing oil sector. The move is aimed at attracting experienced players from India to invest in exploration and production activities amid Guyana’s expanding crude output. […]

National

NTPC Explores Nuclear Power Partnerships With Global Firms

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

State owned power major NTPC has signed agreements with global nuclear energy companies to explore collaboration on large nuclear power projects in India. The company has entered into non disclosure agreements with Russia’s Rosatom and France’s EDF to enable the sharing of technical information and assessment of potential partnerships. The pacts are aimed at evaluating

International

US Urges China to Cease Military Pressure Around Taiwan

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

The United States has called on China to exercise restraint after Beijing conducted large scale military drills around Taiwan, warning that such actions risk escalating tensions in the region. A US State Department spokesperson said China’s military activities were destabilising and urged Beijing to stop applying military pressure on Taiwan. Drills raise regional tensions

International

Canada Seeks Probe After Air India Pilot Fails Alcohol Tests

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

Canadian authorities have sought a formal investigation after an Air India pilot failed two breathalyser tests ahead of a scheduled international flight from Vancouver. The pilot was due to operate an Air India service departing from Vancouver International Airport but was removed from duty after testing positive for alcohol during pre-flight checks conducted by local […]

National

NHAI Scraps KYV Process for FASTag Issuance

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

The National Highways Authority of India has decided to discontinue the Know Your Vehicle process for FASTag issuance for cars, jeeps and vans. The move is aimed at simplifying the FASTag activation process and reducing inconvenience faced by vehicle owners. The revised system will come into effect from February 1, 2026. Changes in FASTag activation […]

International

Trump Warns Iran US Will ‘Rescue’ Protesters

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

US President Donald Trump has warned Iran that the United States would step in to “rescue” protesters if the Iranian government uses lethal force to suppress ongoing demonstrations. Trump made the remarks in a public statement, saying Washington would not remain silent if peaceful protesters are harmed during the unrest unfolding across Iran. Protests continue […]

Business Finance

India Allows Banks to Sponsor Pension Funds Under NPS

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has given in-principle approval for scheduled commercial banks to independently sponsor and manage pension funds under the National Pension System (NPS). This marks a major change in pension fund regulations, as banks were previously limited in their role within the pension investment ecosystem. Under the new

Business

Zomato CEO Defends Delivery Partners Over Traffic Violations

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal has defended the company’s delivery partners amid criticism that they break traffic rules while trying to fulfill quick-delivery orders. Goyal said that pressure to rush on roads is not unique to delivery workers but reflects a broader societal issue of impatience among road users in India. He rejected the notion that […]

International

Hasina Says ‘Illegal Usurpers’ Pushed Bangladesh Into Darkness

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has accused what she described as “illegal usurpers” of pushing the country towards instability and darkness. In a sharp statement, Hasina targeted Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, who is associated with the current interim political setup, blaming the leadership for misgovernance and weakening state institutions. She said

International

Afghanistan Floods Kill at Least 17 After Heavy Rains

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rainfall and snowfall has claimed at least 17 lives across several regions of Afghanistan, according to local authorities. The flash floods struck parts of western, central, northern and southern provinces, sweeping through villages and low lying areas with little warning. Officials said several others were injured as homes and