Business

Sridhar Vembu Flags Cost Of Brain Drain

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu has raised concerns about brain drain, calling it costly for India, in remarks that included criticism of an Indian-origin adviser associated with the White House. His comments have triggered discussion around talent migration and national innovation priorities. Sridhar Vembu On Brain Drain And Talent Migration Sridhar Vembu said that large-scale

Business

Vishal Sikka Says Infosys Built AI Early

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

Former Infosys CEO Vishal Sikka has said that the company had begun building an artificial intelligence platform nearly a decade ago, but the initiative did not sustain momentum and is now part of its past. His remarks come amid renewed global focus on AI-driven transformation in the technology sector. Vishal Sikka On Infosys AI Platform […]

Cricket Sports

Zimbabwe Shine At T20 World Cup 2026

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

Zimbabwe have emerged as one of the most talked-about teams at the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, with their spirited performances capturing global attention. The team’s rise in the tournament has turned them into a compelling underdog story, drawing praise from fans and analysts alike. Zimbabwe Underdog Story At T20 World Cup 2026 At […]

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Amit Shah To Visit Assam Ahead Of Polls

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Assam ahead of the upcoming assembly elections, with a focus on border security and development initiatives along the India-Bangladesh frontier. The visit is being seen as part of both administrative review and political outreach in the poll-bound state. Amit Shah Assam Visit Ahead Of Elections Amit Shah is […]

International

Trump Repeats Claim On India Pakistan

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

US President Donald Trump has reiterated his claim that he helped end tensions between India and Pakistan, stating that he threatened steep trade tariffs to push for de-escalation. The remarks were made during a recent public address in the United States. Trump Repeats Claim On India Pakistan Conflict President Trump said he intervened in the […]

International

India To Resume Full Visa Services In Bangladesh

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

India has announced plans to fully resume visa services in Bangladesh in the coming weeks, a senior Indian consular official said, marking a possible improvement in diplomatic ties after months of disruptions. The move comes amid a shifting political context in Dhaka following recent elections. India To Fully Restore Visa Services In Bangladesh India’s senior […]

Defence National

France Signals Stronger India Defence Cooperation

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

France President Emmanuel Macron has said that the Dassault Rafale fighter jet will strengthen India’s defence capabilities and signalled that New Delhi and Paris may expand their defence cooperation, including higher indigenous content in future deals and potential submarine sales. Rafale To Make India Stronger Defence Capability President Macron stated that the Rafale

AI & Robotics Technology

India Set To Become Top AI User Market

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

India is poised to become one of the world’s largest markets for artificial intelligence users as global tech leaders spotlight the country’s rapidly growing AI community at the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. Industry figures highlighted India’s expansive digital population and rising adoption of AI technologies. India Likely To See One Of World’s […]

Defence National

India To Commission Third Nuclear Submarine

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

India is expected to commission its third indigenous nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine by the summer of 2026, further strengthening its strategic maritime deterrence. The submarine, INS Aridhaman, is currently in the final stages of trials and is likely to be inducted into service in the coming months. Indian Navy To Commission Third Indigenous Nuclear Submarine

Op-Eds Opinion

Supreme Court VS Freebies: When Welfare Becomes Election Bribe And What It Means For India’s Fiscal Future

By BPN News Desk February 19, 2026

The Supreme Court’s February 2026 observations have fundamentally shifted the debate on election-time freebies. For years, political parties across states justified unconditional cash transfers and blanket subsidies as welfare. Now, the Chief Justice has drawn a sharp constitutional line between targeted public welfare and what the Court described as appeasement in spirit.