Business Industry

KLA Signs MoU For Semiconductor R&D Hub In Chennai

By BPN News Desk February 14, 2026

US semiconductor equipment company KLA has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Tamil Nadu government to establish a major research and development and innovation centre in Chennai, strengthening India’s semiconductor ecosystem. KLA Investment In Tamil Nadu Technology Sector The proposed project involves an investment of around ₹3,600 crore and will focus on

Economy National

India CPI Inflation Falls To 2.75% In January

By BPN News Desk February 14, 2026

Retail inflation of India dropped to 2.75 percent in January following the rollout of the revised Consumer Price Index series using the new 2024 base year. CPI Inflation New Base Year 2024 Series The updated inflation calculation reflects changes in consumption patterns and weighting of goods and services in the index basket. The statistics office […]

International

Nikhil Gupta Pleads Guilty In Khalistani Plot Case

By BPN News Desk February 14, 2026

Indian national Nikhil Gupta has pleaded guilty in a United States court in connection with an alleged murder-for-hire plot targeting a Khalistani separatist activist on American soil. Nikhil Gupta US Court Guilty Plea Gupta admitted involvement in the conspiracy during court proceedings, marking a significant development in a case investigated by US federal authorities.

International

Trump Says Iran Regime Change Would Be Beneficial

By BPN News Desk February 14, 2026

US President Donald Trump said a change in governing system of Iran would be positive for the country and the region, adding a new dimension to ongoing tensions between Washington and Tehran. Trump Statement On Iran Regime Change Speaking about the situation in Iran, Trump said political transformation could improve conditions for the Iranian population […]

International

Trump Ends Minnesota Immigration Enforcement Surge

By BPN News Desk February 14, 2026

The United States administration led by President Donald Trump has ended a large scale immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota after weeks of heightened tensions, protests and scrutiny over enforcement actions in the state. Minnesota Immigration Crackdown Operation Metro Surge Federal authorities confirmed the conclusion of the enforcement surge, which had deployed

National

US Aircraft Imports May Reduce Airfares: Piyush Goyal

By BPN News Desk February 14, 2026

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said importing aircraft from the United States could help expand airline capacity, support tourism growth and eventually lower airfares in India. India US Aircraft Imports Plan The minister indicated that increasing the number of aircraft available to Indian carriers would improve connectivity across domestic and international

South India State News

TVK Leader Vijay Targets Stalin Over ₹5000 Cash Scheme

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2026

Actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay criticised the Tamil Nadu government’s ₹5,000 cash transfer scheme, questioning its intent and linking it to political strategy ahead of elections. TVK Vijay Criticism Of Tamil Nadu Cash Transfer Vijay alleged the payment to women beneficiaries amounted to a politically motivated distribution and urged voters to

Law & Order National

CJI Office Received 8630 Complaints Against Judges

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2026

The Law Ministry informed Parliament that 8,630 complaints were received against sitting judges of the higher judiciary over the past decade, highlighting the scale of grievances handled within the judicial oversight framework. Complaints Against Sitting Judges Data According to the information shared, complaints were submitted against judges of the Supreme Court and High

South India State News

EPS Criticises ₹5000 Grant Announced By TN Govt

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2026

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami has criticised the Tamil Nadu government’s ₹5,000 financial assistance to women beneficiaries, describing it as a politically timed cash transfer, while the ruling administration defended it as welfare support. Tamil Nadu ₹5000 Grant Political Debate Palaniswami said the direct transfer to women’s bank accounts resembled an election

Business

Reliance Imports Venezuelan Oil Under US License

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2026

Reliance Industries has resumed imports of Venezuelan crude oil after receiving approval under a US sanctions license, allowing limited transactions with the sanctioned South American energy sector. Reliance Venezuelan Oil Import Details The company secured permission under a regulatory framework that allows specific energy trade with Venezuela despite broader sanctions.