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AR Rahman Responds to Communal Remark Controversy

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

Music composer AR Rahman has issued a clarification after his recent remarks sparked a public controversy, saying he never intended to hurt or cause pain to anyone. The Oscar-winning composer addressed the issue following criticism that his comments carried communal undertones. Clarification From the Composer In a public statement, Rahman said his words were misunderstood

Business

Musk Issues Public Warning to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has issued a highly public warning to Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, indicating he is eager for a court trial in the ongoing lawsuit between them. Musk’s comments were posted on his social media platform, where he said he “can’t wait” for the legal process to start and expects important […]

International

Iran Says Verified Protest Deaths Reach at Least 5,000

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

Iranian authorities have said that at least 5,000 people have been killed in unrest that began in late December 2025, making it one of the deadliest waves of protests in the country’s recent history. The figure was described by a regional official as “verified” and includes members of both civilians and security forces. What Authorities […]

International

EU Cautions Against Trade Escalation Over Greenland

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

European Union leaders have strongly criticised US President Donald Trump’s announcement of tariffs on European countries over their opposition to his stance on Greenland, warning that such measures risk a **“dangerous downward spiral” in transatlantic relations. Tariff Threat Sparks Diplomatic Concern Trump has said he will impose 10 % tariffs on imports from several

East India State News

PM Modi Launches Major Development Projects in Bengal

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited West Bengal to inaugurate and lay foundation stones for multiple development projects aimed at improving infrastructure and connectivity across the state. Rail and Road Projects Unveiled During his visit, Modi launched several rail and highway projects spanning different districts. These included new rail connectivity initiatives,

Op-Eds Opinion

How India Can Reduce Oil Consumption Through Time-Bound EV Policy Enforcement

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

Introduction India’s energy vulnerability is not electricity scarcity but oil dependence. Despite having adequate national power generation capacity and a steadily strengthening transmission backbone, India remains structurally exposed to global crude oil markets. Petrol and diesel continue to dominate transport energy consumption, making fuel imports a persistent

International

Canada, China Strike Tariff Deals, Deepening Ties

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

Canada has moved to reset its economic relationship with China, announcing a series of trade agreements during a visit by Prime Minister Mark Carney to Beijing. The deals mark a significant shift in Canada’s approach to China, following years of strained ties and tariff disputes between the two countries. Key Trade Measures Under the agreements, […]

International

US Lawmaker Says India Brings Investments to America

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

A US lawmaker has highlighted India’s role as a source of investment and economic partnership with the United States, saying that, unlike Pakistan, India not only attracts investment but also brings capital and talent into the American economy. The remarks were made at a strategic forum in Washington as part of discussions on India-US ties […]

National

PM Modi Says Gen Z Supports BJP’s Development Model

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India’s Gen Z believes in the BJP’s development-focused governance model, citing the party’s recent victory in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections as proof of growing youth support. BMC Result Cited as Evidence Speaking at a public event in West Bengal, Modi said the BMC outcome reflected the trust of young […]

Business Finance

ICICI Bank Profit Falls Short, CEO Reappointed

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

India’s second-largest private lender ICICI Bank reported a lower-than-expected net profit for the quarter ending December 31, 2025, as higher provisions for potential loan losses weighed on earnings. The bank’s profit fell compared with the same period last year and did not meet market forecasts. Profit and Financials ICICI Bank’s standalone net profit was reported […]