Business Markets

Asia-Pacific Markets Rise on India-US Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk February 3, 2026

Asia-Pacific stock markets climbed on Tuesday after news of a new trade agreement between India and the United States, as investors reacted with optimism to prospects of lower tariffs and stronger bilateral commerce. Indian benchmark indexes showed positive momentum ahead of regional market openings. Indian Markets Jump In India, the GIFT Nifty index surged by […]

National

US and India Agree Trade Deal as Tariffs Lowered to 18%, Trump Says

By BPN News Desk February 3, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday, February 2, 2026 that the United States and India have reached a trade deal aimed at reducing longstanding trade tensions. The agreement was announced after a call between Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and described as a move to strengthen economic ties. Tariff Changes and Trade […]

Op-Eds Opinion

India Cannot Match China’s Money but Can Control Regional Security

By BPN News Desk February 2, 2026

India today is at an inflection point in its foreign policy, and the Union Budget numbers only make that clearer. Every year, debates erupt about why India’s foreign aid is so modest when China is pouring billions into ports, roads and power plants across South Asia and the Indian Ocean. As someone who watches these […]

Business

Apple May Launch Foldable iPhone in 2026

By BPN News Desk February 2, 2026

Apple is reported to be planning a foldable iPhone model for release in 2026, potentially introducing a design similar to existing clamshell-style devices. The development is part of Apple’s efforts to expand its smartphone lineup to include foldable display technology, which has grown in popularity globally. Design and Features Expected Industry reports suggest that

International

China Protests Grammy Award for Dalai Lama Recording

By BPN News Desk February 2, 2026

The  Chinese government criticised the Grammy Award given to a  recording associated with the Dalai Lama, calling the honour politically motivated and inappropriate. China’s foreign ministry said that recognising the religious leader was an interference in its internal affairs and could harm China–US cultural relations. Grammy Win and Recording Details The 69th Annual

Op-Eds Opinion

India’s Intelligence Budget Signals a Serious Shift

By BPN News Desk February 2, 2026

After the killing of Pakistani Army Lieutenant Colonel Imran Dayal in Dera Ismail Khan, the usual noise followed. Speculation, denials, confusion and the familiar phrase “unknown men.” In isolation, such incidents barely register beyond a day’s news cycle. But taken alongside India’s latest Union Budget decision to sharply increase intelligence funding, especially the

North India State News

Earthquake of Magnitude 4.7 Hits Baramulla

By BPN News Desk February 2, 2026

An earthquake measuring magnitude 4.7 struck the Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday morning, according to the Indian seismic monitoring agency. The tremor was felt in several parts of the Kashmir Valley, but there were no reports of major damage or casualties. Location and Depth The quake’s epicentre was near Baramulla town, with […]

Uncategorized

India Cuts Bangladesh Aid, Drops Chabahar Funding in Budget

By BPN News Desk February 2, 2026

In the Union Budget 2026-27, India halved development assistance to Bangladesh and made no allocation for the Chabahar port project in Iran, signalling a shift in its overseas aid priorities. The aid to Bangladesh was reduced from ₹120 crore last year to ₹60 crore in the new budget, reflecting a significant decrease in bilateral assistance. […]

National

India Rejects Pakistan’s Claims on Balochistan Violence

By BPN News Desk February 2, 2026

India has rejected Pakistan’s allegations that it was involved in attacks in Balochistan, calling the claims “frivolous” and without evidence. The Indian government said Islamabad’s accusations are an attempt to deflect attention from domestic issues and do not reflect facts. Pakistan’s Allegations and India’s Response Pakistan’s foreign office had accused India of

South India State News

Karnataka Faces ₹10,000–₹15,000 Crore Revenue Loss

By BPN News Desk February 2, 2026

Karnataka is set to lose between ₹10,000 crore and ₹15,000 crore due to the recommendations of the 16th Finance Commission, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said. He stated that the proposed changes to tax devolution would reduce the state’s share compared with earlier expectations. Impact on Development Spending The Chief Minister said the reduction would put pressure […]