Defence National

India To Consider Proposal For 114 Rafale Jets

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

The Centre is expected to soon consider the Indian Air Force’s proposal to procure 114 Rafale fighter jets from France as part of its long-pending fighter acquisition plan. The proposal is likely to be taken up by the Defence Acquisition Council, which clears major defence purchases. Deal Structure And Scope The planned acquisition is expected […]

State News West India

Fadnavis Alleges Pro-Pak Slogans At Thackeray-Linked Events

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis accused rivals linked to Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray of allowing “pro-Pakistan slogans” to be raised at some campaign events ahead of the upcoming civic body elections. He said such slogans are inappropriate in a civic poll focused on local governance and development. Political Context The accusation came as […]

Defence National

Army Chief Says Veterans Are Being Integrated

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

India’s Chief of Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, said on Wednesday that the Indian Army is actively integrating veterans into the country’s national security framework. He spoke about the continued contribution of former service members to security and development efforts. Support And Welfare Measures General Dwivedi highlighted ongoing efforts to improve welfare,

Op-Eds Opinion

What India Actually Gains From Finding Oil in Abu Dhabi

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

The news that Indian public sector companies have discovered oil in Abu Dhabi has been widely projected as a major breakthrough. Headlines have done what they usually do, suggesting a leap towards energy security and implying that India has struck oil abroad in a way that meaningfully alters its dependence on imports. The reality is […]

Cricket Sports

India Lose 2nd ODI, Gill Rues Middle-Over Wickets

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

India suffered a seven-wicket defeat to New Zealand in the second One-Day International (ODI) at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot, leveling the three-match series 1-1. New Zealand successfully chased India’s total of 284, with Daryl Mitchell scoring an unbeaten 131 and Will Young contributing 87 in a key partnership. Gill On Key Phase Of […]

International

Iran FM Araghchi Speaks To Jaishankar Amid Protests

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation with India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar as widespread protests continued across Iran. The call focused on the evolving internal situation and its broader regional implications, with both sides exchanging views on recent developments. India Issues Safety Advisory During the discussion,

International

Iran Airspace Closure Disrupts Flights, Trump Claims Crackdown Eases

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

Air India said it has cancelled some services and warned of delays on others after Iran temporarily closed its airspace to commercial traffic amid heightened tensions linked to the nationwide unrest. IndiGo also reported disruption on routes that normally transit Iranian airspace, with carriers forced to take longer diversions that can add time and create […]

International

Trump Says Iran Protest Killings Have Stopped

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he has been told by what he described as “very important sources” that the killing of protesters in Iran has stopped and that there are no current plans for mass executions. He said the situation would need to be closely watched to see whether these assurances hold. […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Why Pakistan and Bangladesh Were Hit by the U.S. Visa Freeze While India Was Not

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

The United States’ decision to freeze immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries has triggered predictable outrage, denial, and conspiracy theories across South Asia. But stripped of emotion and online noise, the policy outcome itself tells a far more uncomfortable truth. Pakistan and Bangladesh are on the list. India is not. And this difference […]

Business

Infosys ADRs Gain After FY26 Outlook Raised

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) of Infosys rose around 2% in pre-market trading in the United States after the Indian IT major raised its revenue guidance for the 2025–26 financial year. Revised Guidance Boosts Sentiment Infosys updated its full-year outlook following its quarterly earnings announcement, signalling improved visibility in client spending and deal