East India State News

Kolkata Warehouse Fire Kills Seven, Many Missing

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

At least seven people were killed after a massive fire broke out at a warehouse complex in southern Kolkata, while more than 20 others are feared missing. The fire erupted in the early hours at two adjoining warehouses in the Anandapur area, where several workers were reportedly inside at the time. Rescue Operations Continue Fire […]

International

India Rebuts Pakistan at UN Over Operation Sindoor Claims

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

New York — India strongly rejected Pakistan’s account of Operation Sindoor during a United Nations Security Council session. India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Parvathaneni Harish, said Pakistan’s narrative on the 2025 military conflict with India was “false and self-serving” and aimed at harming India’s interests and reputation. Dispute Over Operation Sindoor

Business Markets

Asia Markets Mixed as Wall Street Gains Influence

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

Asian stock markets showed mixed performance on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, as investors reacted to global trends and ongoing trade concerns. Japan’s Nikkei 225 rose modestly, while markets in Hong Kong and South Korea recorded stronger gains, supported by positive sentiment from Wall Street and renewed buying interest. Chinese mainland stocks were largely flat, reflecting

International

US Winter Storm Leaves 30 Dead, Disrupts Power and Travel

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

A powerful winter storm has killed at least 30 people across the United States as freezing temperatures, heavy snowfall, and ice battered large parts of the country. Authorities said deaths were reported from multiple states and were linked to road accidents, exposure to extreme cold, and weather-related medical emergencies. Power Outages and Flight Disruptions The […]

International

India, EU Close In on Long-Pending Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

India and the European Union are nearing an agreement on a comprehensive free trade pact after years of stalled negotiations. Officials involved in the discussions said talks have progressed significantly, with both sides narrowing differences on key economic sectors. Focus on Telecoms and Finance The proposed agreement is expected to include greater market access and […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Dharmendra Pradhan Must Own the UGC Equity Rules

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

The University Grants Commission’s new “Promotion of Equity” regulations were projected as a corrective step to address caste discrimination on Indian campuses. Instead, they have exposed a far more uncomfortable truth about how the Indian state now defines equality. The controversy is not about whether caste discrimination exists. It does. The controversy is about who

Cricket Sports

Bangladesh Accepts ICC Decision on T20 World Cup Exit

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced that it will not challenge the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) decision to remove the national team from the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup after Bangladesh declined to travel to India for its scheduled matches. The board said it respects the ICC’s ruling and will not pursue arbitration […]

Cricket Sports

Tilak Varma to Miss New Zealand T20Is

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

India batter Tilak Varma will miss the upcoming T20 International matches against New Zealand as part of a fitness management plan ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Team management has decided to give Varma additional time to complete his recovery and regain full match fitness. Squad Movement and Timeline Varma is expected to […]

International

India, Canada Hold Talks on Bilateral Ties

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

India and Canada held talks on bilateral relations on Republic Day, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said. The discussions were aimed at reviewing ties and exploring ways to strengthen engagement between the two countries after a period of strained relations. Areas of Cooperation According to Jaishankar, the talks focused on improving cooperation across key areas

International

Russia Plans to Hire More Indian Workers Amid Labour Shortage

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

Russia is looking to recruit a larger number of Indian workers to address acute labour shortages across several sectors of its economy. Officials familiar with the process said thousands of additional Indian workers are expected to be hired in the coming months, adding to the existing Indian workforce already present in Russia. Sectors Driving Demand […]