Telecom

Government Caps Vodafone Idea Stake At 49%

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2026

The government does not intend to increase its stake in Vodafone Idea beyond 49%, Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has said, clarifying the Centre’s position amid ongoing discussions about the telecom operator’s financial revival. The statement comes as Vodafone Idea continues efforts to stabilise operations and raise fresh capital. Government Stake In Vodafone

International

Pakistan Strikes Afghanistan Cities After Tensions

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2026

Pakistan’s military launched a series of air and ground strikes on major Afghan cities on Friday after weeks of escalating border clashes, marking a sharp escalation in tensions with neighbouring Afghanistan. Islamabad’s defence leadership said its “patience has overflowed” following what it described as repeated attacks on Pakistani forces along the disputed border,

Op-Eds Opinion

India’s Development Push and Pakistan’s Repetitive Kashmir Diplomacy

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2026

The recent exchange at the United Nations Human Rights Council was more than a routine diplomatic rebuttal. When India stated that Jammu and Kashmir’s development budget is more than double Pakistan’s recent IMF bailout tranche, it was not merely scoring a rhetorical point. It was reframing the debate. Pakistan once again raised Kashmir at the […]

North India State News

Kejriwal Discharged In Delhi Excise Case

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2026

A Delhi court on Friday discharged former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case, bringing significant relief to the Aam Aadmi Party leader. The order came after months of legal proceedings linked to the now-scrapped 2021–22 Delhi liquor policy. Delhi Court Discharges Kejriwal In Excise Policy Case The Rouse Avenue Court ruled […]

International

Russia Says No Deadlines For Ukraine War

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2026

Russia said it has no fixed deadlines for ending the war in Ukraine but emphasised it is focused on achieving its strategic objectives as the conflict enters its third year. The comments by a senior Russian official came amid ongoing frontline clashes and stalled diplomatic efforts to reach a ceasefire or negotiated settlement. Russia War […]

Op-Eds Opinion

RJ Sayema and Radio Mirchi: Freedom of Expression or Deliberate Provocation?

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2026

There was a time when FM radio meant music, wit and harmless banter that accompanied daily life. Today, in a shrinking radio market struggling for relevance against streaming apps and podcasts, some platforms appear tempted to manufacture controversy to stay visible. The ongoing pattern around RJ Sayema raises an uncomfortable question: is this free expression, […]

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Mumbai Airport Namaz Case: High-Security Zones Cannot Become Judicial Experiment Zones

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2026

The recent plea before the Bombay High Court seeking space for namaz near Mumbai’s airport should have been a straightforward administrative matter. A prayer shed near the airport was removed. Petitioners approached the Court seeking restoration or an alternate arrangement. The Maharashtra government opposed the request, citing security risks around a sensitive airport

International

China Urges Nuclear Restraint Amid Russia Claims

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2026

China has reiterated that nuclear weapons must not be used under any circumstances, calling for restraint amid renewed allegations by Russia involving Western nations and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The statement comes as tensions remain elevated over nuclear rhetoric linked to the war. China Says Nuclear Weapons Must Not Be Used At a regular […]

International

US Iran Talks Continue Without Final Deal

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2026

Diplomatic engagement between the United States and Iran continued in Geneva as both sides concluded another round of indirect talks focused on Tehran’s nuclear programme. While negotiators reported progress on certain technical issues, no final agreement was reached, and further discussions are scheduled in the coming days. US Iran Nuclear Talks In Geneva The latest […]

International

Pakistan Airstrikes Hit Afghanistan Cities

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2026

Pakistan’s military carried out a series of airstrikes across major cities in Afghanistan, including the capital Kabul, in a significant escalation of cross-border hostilities between the neighbouring countries. Pakistani officials said the strikes were aimed at militant targets, while Afghan authorities reported explosions and anti-aircraft fire in urban areas as tensions