National

Piyush Goyal Defends Farms Products In US Trade Talks

By BPN News Desk February 9, 2026

India pushed strongly to protect its agricultural sector during negotiations with the United States trade agreement, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said, highlighting that sensitive farm products remained a key concern in the talks. India US Trade Deal Farm Protection says Piyush Goyal Piyush Goyal stated that India adopted a defensive approach in agriculture

International

Japan Exit Poll Gives Sanae Takaichi Lower House Lead

By BPN News Desk February 9, 2026

Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi appeared headed for a decisive victory in the lower house election, according to exit polls released after voting concluded. Early projections indicated the governing bloc would secure a clear majority, strengthening Takaichi’s political authority just months after taking office. Japan Lower House

Op-Eds Opinion

Qualcomm 2nm Chip Designed In India: Why We Still Don’t Own The Technology

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

The announcement sounded historic. An advanced 2-nanometre chip had been taped out by Qualcomm and a major portion of that engineering work came from India. Government officials celebrated. Social media declared India had entered the semiconductor elite club. And technically, that part is true. Designing a 2nm processor places Indian engineers at the very frontier […]

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India Builds Semiconductor Ecosystem: Ashwini Vaishnaw

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said India is building a full semiconductor ecosystem and highlighted growing collaboration with global technology firms to develop a skilled workforce. The remarks came as the government focuses on manufacturing capability and talent development to support chip production. India Semiconductor Ecosystem Development Vaishnaw said India is

Business Markets

Morgan Stanley Sees Sensex At 1,07,000 by December

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

Morgan Stanley has projected a strong upside for Indian equities, estimating the Sensex could reach 1,07,000 by December in an optimistic scenario. The forecast is based on expectations of sustained earnings growth, economic expansion and improving investment flows. Morgan Stanley Sensex Forecast The brokerage outlined multiple market scenarios, with the bullish case

Op-Eds Opinion

Russia’s Workers Shortage And India’s Youth Surplus

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

Russia is openly looking abroad for workers. Its factories, construction sites and logistics networks are short of manpower after a mix of demographic decline, emigration and wartime mobilisation shrank the workforce. The salaries being offered are several times higher than what similar workers earn in India. On paper this looks like a perfect match. One […]

Cricket Sports

Netherlands Rue Missed Chances in T20 World Cup Opener

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

The Netherlands fell short against Pakistan in their T20 World Cup 2026 match, with key moments proving decisive in the result. Dutch pacer Paul van Meekeren said the team remained competitive but failed to capitalise on crucial phases of the game. Pakistan Vs Netherlands T20 World Cup Match Turning Points Van Meekeren pointed to specific […]

International

Saudi Arabia Eyes KAAN After F-35 Approval

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

Saudi Arabia is exploring further expansion of its air force capabilities even after receiving approval to acquire advanced stealth aircraft from the United States. Discussions with Turkey indicate possible cooperation on another fifth-generation fighter programme. Saudi Arabia F-35 Purchase Plans The United States approved the sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets to Saudi

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No Evidence China Conducted Nuclear Test: Monitor

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

An international monitoring body said there is no evidence supporting recent allegations that China conducted a nuclear explosive test, countering claims made in a United States assessment. The statement has added to debate over verification and transparency in global nuclear activity. Monitor Rejects China Nuclear Blast Claim The monitoring organisation reported it had

International

Zelenskyy Cites US June Timeline For Peace Deal with Russia

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the United States (US) has set a June timeline linked to efforts aimed at ending the war with Russia, as diplomatic activity intensifies around a possible settlement. The statement comes amid continued fighting and international attempts to push negotiations forward. Zelenskyy On US Peace Deal Timeline Zelenskyy indicated