Defence National

Anti-Terror Operation Underway in Kishtwar

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

Security forces have launched an anti-terror operation in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar district in Jammu and Kashmir to track down a group of suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists. The operation, which began earlier this month, has been intensified amid difficult terrain and snowfall as forces continue searching forested areas for the suspects. Internet Services

Business

Amazon in Talks to Invest in OpenAI

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

Amazon is reportedly in early discussions to invest up to $50 billion in artificial intelligence company OpenAI, as part of a potential large funding round. The talks are not final, and no agreement has been announced so far. Early-Stage Discussions People familiar with the matter say the discussions are preliminary and could change in size […]

Business

Apple Records Highest Quarterly Sales in India

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

Apple has posted its highest-ever quarterly revenue in India during the October to December 2025 period, driven by strong demand across iPhone, Mac, iPad and services. The company said growth in the country remained strong despite broader global uncertainties. Strong Growth Across Products Apple reported double-digit growth in India during the quarter, with all major […]

International

Danish MP Criticises US After Canada Aircraft Tariff

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

A Danish Member of Parliament criticised the United States after President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 50 per cent tariff on Canadian-made aircraft sold in the United States. The tariff threat is part of a growing trade dispute between the US and Canada over aircraft certification issues between the two countries. Trump’s Tariff Threat […]

Science

Oldest Elephant Bone Tool Found in England

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

Archaeologists have identified a prehistoric tool made from elephant bone at the Boxgrove site in southern England, dating back about 480,000 years. The find is believed to be the oldest known elephant bone tool in Europe and offers fresh insight into early human behaviour. Used to Shape Stone Tools Detailed analysis shows the bone was […]

International

US Says Russia Pauses Ukraine Energy Attacks

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

US President Donald Trump said Russia has agreed to temporarily halt attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure amid harsh winter conditions. Trump said the pause followed direct communication with Russian President Vladimir Putin and was intended to ease civilian suffering during extreme cold. Ukraine Seeks Verification Ukraine responded cautiously to the announcement.

International

US Issues Tariff Order on Cuba Oil Supplies

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on January 29, 2026 authorising tariffs on goods from any country that sells or supplies oil to Cuba. The move is part of a broader U.S. effort to increase economic pressure on Cuba’s government, which Washington calls a threat to national security. National Emergency Declared The order […]

International

Canada Urges US to Respect Sovereignty

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said the United States must respect Canada’s sovereignty after reports that U.S. officials met with members of an Alberta separatist group advocating for independence for the western province. Carney made the comments at a press briefing with provincial leaders in Ottawa. Alberta Separatist Meetings Draw Criticism Reports indicate

National

Survey Warns Cash Transfers Strain State Finances

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

India’s Economic Survey 2025–26 has warned that the rapid expansion of unconditional cash transfers (UCTs) by several state governments is putting pressure on public finances and may weaken their ability to invest in long-term growth. The report said UCTs are increasingly taking up a larger share of state welfare spending and contributing to rising revenue […]

Op-Eds Opinion

How Government Arrogance Turned UGC Rules Into a Legal Crisis

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

This controversy never needed to reach the courts. It did not require protests, petitions, or judicial stays. All it required was basic listening and a willingness to accept that citizens can raise genuine concerns without hidden motives. Instead, what we witnessed was a classic case of government arrogance turning a manageable policy issue into a […]