International

China Records Trade Surplus Despite Tariff Pressure

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

China posted a record trade surplus in 2025 despite continued tariff measures imposed by the United States, underlining the country’s strong export performance amid global trade tensions. Exports Offset U.S. Slowdown Official customs data showed China’s total trade surplus rose to nearly $1.2 trillion in 2025, the highest on record. Exports grew steadily through the […]

International

Israel Cuts Ties With UN Bodies After U.S. Move

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

Israel has announced it will immediately end contact with several United Nations agencies and international organizations following a recent U.S. decision to withdraw from many global bodies. The move was ordered by Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar after a government review of its relations with these institutions. Decision on Multiple Agencies The Israeli Foreign

International

India’s Russian Crude Imports Fall in December

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

India’s imports of Russian crude oil fell sharply in December 2025, dropping about 29% compared with November, reaching their lowest levels since the global price cap on Russian oil was implemented. The decline was reported by energy analysts tracking shipment data. Refiners Reduce Purchases The drop was driven mainly by major refiners cutting back on […]

International

Greenland Reaffirms Choice to Stay With Denmark

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen has said the Arctic territory will remain aligned with Denmark, firmly rejecting any possibility of becoming part of the United States. Speaking during a joint appearance with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Nielsen said Greenland does not wish to change its sovereign arrangement. PM Rules Out U.S. Option Nielsen

Defence National

Army Activates Counter-Drone Measures Along LoC in Rajouri

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

The Indian Army activated counter-drone measures along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district after suspected drones were detected near forward areas, officials said. Troops responded swiftly to the aerial activity as part of heightened border surveillance. Drone Sightings and Immediate Response Army units observed multiple suspected drones briefly

Law & Order National

J&K LG Sacks 5 Government Employees Over Terror Links

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir administration has dismissed five government employees after security agencies found their alleged links with terror outfits, officials said. The action was taken by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha as part of efforts to safeguard internal security and prevent infiltration of extremist networks within government institutions. Action Based on Security

National

Gig Workers’ Union Welcomes Government Move on Delivery Safety

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers’ Union (TGPWU) and allied organisations have welcomed the Union government’s intervention to improve working conditions for gig delivery workers, particularly by curbing unsafe delivery time commitments. Unions said the move could reduce pressure on riders and enhance road safety. Government Action on Delivery Timelines Union Labour

International

India, US Discuss Trade and Energy Cooperation

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

India and the United States held high-level talks focusing on trade, energy and strategic cooperation, as External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The conversation covered key economic and geopolitical issues as both sides look to strengthen bilateral ties. Trade and Economic Engagement The two leaders discussed ongoing trade

Defence National

India Calls 1963 Pak-China Shaksgam Pact Illegal

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi reiterated on January 13, 2026 that India considers the 1963 boundary agreement between Pakistan and China over the Shaksgam Valley to be illegal and unacceptable. He said India has never recognised the pact and rejects any actions taken under it. India’s Territorial Position Gen. Dwivedi said at a press […]

International

China Criticises US Sanctions at UN Security Council

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

China has criticised recent US-led sanctions on trade with Russia, saying that Western nations are using the Ukraine conflict as a pretext to impose unilateral measures that disrupt normal international trade relations. The comments were made during a United Nations Security Council meeting on the situation in Ukraine. Beijing’s Position China’s deputy UN representative