Health

Centre Caps Cancer Drug Margins at 30%

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2026

The Centre has approved a 30% cap on trade margins for non-scheduled anti-cancer medicines, a move expected to reduce the prices of several cancer drugs by as much as 70% and generate annual savings of around ₹2,500 crore for patients. Cancer Drug Trade Margins Capped at 30% The new framework will apply to non-scheduled anti-cancer […]

International

Trump Rules Out Iran Strikes Before November 3

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2026

President Donald Trump has said the United States will not launch fresh military strikes against Iran before the November 3 midterm elections, even as the Pentagon continues preparing options for a possible escalation. Trump Rules Out Iran Attack Before November 3 Trump said Washington is engaged in what he described as “productive discussions” with Iran […]

Climate Change Environment

El Nino to Intensify and Last Until February 2027

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2026

El Niño is expected to intensify further over the coming months and is now almost certain to persist until February 2027, raising the risk of extreme heat, drought and flooding across different parts of the world. El Niño Expected to Peak in December The World Meteorological Organization said the current El Niño event is strengthening […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Explainer: Why the Indian Government Is Right to Be Cautious About Elon Musk and Starlink

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2026

Elon Musk has built a reputation for challenging established industries, disrupting conventional business models and pushing technological boundaries. His satellite internet venture, Starlink, promises high-speed connectivity to remote communities where conventional telecommunications infrastructure remains inadequate. For a country like India, with difficult mountainous

Op-Eds Opinion

The Economist’s Racist Lens: India’s Wildlife Success Exposes a Colonial Mindset

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2026

The Economist has managed to turn one of India’s most remarkable wildlife conservation achievements into an exercise in colonial condescension. In an article published on October 4, 2026, the British publication praised India’s success in protecting tigers, lions, rhinoceroses and elephants. Yet its accompanying social media post revealed a deeply troubling

Business

US Suspends 8 Tech Firms From Green Card Programme

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2026

The United States has suspended eight major technology companies, including TCS, Infosys, Wipro and Microsoft, from the Permanent Labor Certification programme, a crucial stage in the employment-based green card process. Eight Tech Companies Suspended From PERM The companies affected are Microsoft, Adobe, Cognizant, Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, Wipro, HCL

Op-Eds Opinion

Vote Chori in Punjab: CJP’s Selective Outrage and Its Parent AAP

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2026

India has recently witnessed a noisy campaign against alleged electoral manipulation, with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), led by Abhijeet Dipke, joining opposition voices accusing PM Modi and the Election Commission of undermining democracy. Slogans of “Vote Chori” have dominated protests, speeches and social media campaigns. But a Supreme Court order concerning

International

Pentagon Prepares for Possible New Iran Strikes

By BPN News Desk October 8, 2026

The Pentagon has instructed US Central Command to complete preparations for a possible resumption of major military operations against Iran, although President Donald Trump has not yet decided whether or when fresh strikes will be launched. Pentagon Prepares Options for Fresh Iran Strikes US military planners are developing options that could include strikes on Iranian

Economy National

Rupee Rises 10 Paise to 96.65 Against Dollar

By BPN News Desk October 8, 2026

The Indian rupee strengthened by 10 paise to 96.65 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday, supported by likely intervention from the Reserve Bank of India even as elevated crude oil prices and continued foreign fund outflows kept pressure on the currency. Rupee Rises to 96.65 Against US Dollar At the interbank foreign […]

International

Trump Says He Deserves 2026 Nobel Peace Prize

By BPN News Desk October 8, 2026

US President Donald Trump has again said he believes his record warrants the Nobel Peace Prize, while expressing doubts that the Norwegian Nobel Committee will select him when the 2026 winner is announced. Trump Says His Peace Record Merits Nobel Prize Trump said his administration had played a role in addressing several international conflicts and […]