International

Ukraine, Russia, US Hold First Trilateral Peace Talks

By BPN News Desk January 24, 2026

Ukraine and Russia have held their first direct talks in several years as part of a new peace initiative proposed by the United States. The discussions took place in Istanbul and mark a rare moment of direct engagement between the two sides since diplomatic channels collapsed early in the war. Focus Of The Discussions The […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Why the West Pressured India on Russian Oil Without Wanting Supply to Stop

By BPN News Desk January 24, 2026

Western capitals have spent the last two years telling their publics that sanctions are choking Russia’s war machine, and that the rest of the world is falling in line. India, the world’s third-largest oil consumer, became a prime stage for this storyline. The pressure on New Delhi to cut Russian crude has been loud, constant, […]

Business Markets

SEBI Issues Insider Trading Notices to EY, PwC Executives

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued show-cause notices alleging insider trading and compliance failures involving current and former executives linked to Ernst & Young and PricewaterhouseCoopers. The action is tied to trading activity ahead of a major share sale by Yes Bank in 2022. Allegations Outlined SEBI’s notice names multiple individuals accused

Business Finance

Rupee Slips to Record Low Amid Market Pressure

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

The Indian rupee fell to a fresh record low against the US dollar, weakening past previous lows amid strong dollar demand and ongoing selling pressure from foreign investors. The depreciation reflects continued stress in the foreign exchange markets and cautious investor sentiment. Foreign Outflows and Market Impact Sustained foreign portfolio outflows from Indian equities

International

Trump Claim on UK North Sea Oil Questioned

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

US President Donald Trump claimed that the United Kingdom has up to 500 years of oil and gas reserves left in the North Sea, criticising British energy policy and calling for increased fossil fuel production. The remarks were made during a public interaction on global energy issues. Reality of North Sea Reserves Available official assessments […]

International

Pakistan PM Faces Backlash Over Gaza Peace Board U-Turn

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has come under criticism at home after endorsing and signing the Gaza “Board of Peace” initiative launched by US President Donald Trump during the World Economic Forum in Davos. Sharif’s government joined the board aimed at supporting ceasefire efforts, humanitarian aid and longer-term peace in the Gaza region. Earlier Opposition

Business

Supreme Court Issues Notice in Ambani Group Fraud PIL

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

The Supreme Court has issued notices to industrialist Anil Ambani and companies linked to the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group in a public interest litigation alleging large-scale banking and corporate fraud. The court granted a final opportunity to the concerned parties to appear and submit their responses. Directions to Agencies The court directed investigating agencies,

International

India, EU to Sign Security and Defence Partnership

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

India and the European Union have agreed to sign a Security and Defence Partnership at the upcoming India-EU Summit scheduled next week in New Delhi. The announcement was made by the EU’s top foreign policy official ahead of the high-level meeting. Areas of Cooperation The partnership will focus on strengthening cooperation in key areas such […]

North India State News

Bomb Threat Emails Sent to Schools in Ahmedabad, Noida

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

Several schools in Ahmedabad and Noida received bomb threat emails, triggering security alerts just days before Republic Day. The emails were sent to official school accounts, prompting immediate action by local authorities. Emergency Response In Noida, multiple schools, including prominent private institutions, were evacuated as a precaution. Students were sent home or

State News West India

IndiGo Flight Delayed After Bomb Threat at Pune

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

An IndiGo flight arriving from Delhi triggered a security alert at Pune airport after a handwritten note claiming a bomb was found inside the aircraft. The incident occurred ahead of Republic Day, prompting heightened caution from airport authorities. Security Checks Conducted After the aircraft landed safely, passengers and crew were deboarded and the plane was […]