International

EU Lawmakers Pause US Trade Deal Talks

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

European lawmakers have suspended work on a proposed trade agreement with the United States amid rising tensions linked to Greenland and U.S. tariff threats. Members of the European Parliament said the current political environment is not conducive to advancing the deal. Reason for the Suspension The move follows sharp differences between the U.S. and European […]

International

Trump Highlights US Economy at WEF

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump used his address at the World Economic Forum in Davos to highlight what he described as a strong economic performance in the United States. He said the U.S. economy has experienced a dramatic turnaround under his administration and positioned it as a leading engine of global growth. Emphasis on Growth and […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Trump’s Tariff Circus and the Audience That Refuses to Leave

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

The spectacle has always been loud, theatrical, and wrapped in patriotism. Tariffs were unveiled like a traveling circus, complete with fiery speeches, national flags, and a simple promise repeated endlessly: foreign countries will pay. China will pay. America will win. The audience cheered, the show rolled on, and almost no one asked the only question […]

International

Pakistan Raises Alarm Over Indus Water Treaty Move

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

Pakistan has raised concerns at the United Nations, warning of what it described as an unprecedented water security crisis following India’s recent decision affecting the Indus Waters Treaty framework. Islamabad said the move has increased uncertainty over water availability and posed risks to millions who depend on the Indus river system. Appeal at the United […]

Business Finance

Indian Rupee Hits Record Low Amid Market Stress

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

The Indian rupee weakened to a fresh all-time low against the U.S. dollar on Wednesday, reflecting intensified risk aversion in global markets and continued capital outflows. The currency has been under pressure in recent sessions, sliding past previous lows as demand for dollars rose and investor sentiment weakened. What Drove the Decline Traders said global […]

Business

Deepinder Goyal Steps Down as Eternal CEO

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

Deepinder Goyal has resigned as chief executive officer of Eternal Ltd, the parent company of Zomato and Blinkit. The leadership change will take effect from February 1, 2026, the company said in an official announcement. Albinder Dhindsa Named Successor Eternal has appointed Albinder Singh Dhindsa, currently the chief executive officer of Blinkit, as its new […]

International

UK Inflation Rebounds in December

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

The United Kingdom’s consumer price index (CPI) inflation rose to 3.4 per cent in December 2025, up from 3.2 per cent in November, marking the first increase in several months. The figure was slightly above market expectations and reflected increases in prices for items such as air fares, tobacco and food. Drivers of the Increase […]

Op-Eds Opinion

If the System Was So Biased, Why Did It Make You a Star

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

In recent weeks, two celebrated public figures chose the closing phase of their careers to level serious accusations against the very systems that elevated them. Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja, announcing his retirement, spoke of racial stereotypes and described Australian cricket as “still very white.” Around the same time, India’s most globally recognised composer,

Op-Eds Opinion

₹14.5 Lakh Crore on Paper: How Indian States Inflate Davos Investment Claims

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

Maharashtra’s announcement of ₹14.5 lakh crore worth of Memorandums of Understanding at the World Economic Forum in Davos was celebrated with predictable chest-thumping. Politicians posed, headlines screamed “historic investment”, and job numbers were casually thrown around as if cheques had already been signed and factories were ready to break ground. But strip away the

International

Macron Pushes Back Against Pressure on Europe

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

French President Emmanuel Macron has pushed back against what he described as attempts to intimidate Europe, saying the continent prefers respect and dialogue over bullying. Speaking amid rising tensions with the United States, Macron said Europe would not accept pressure tactics in international affairs. Message to the United States Macron’s remarks were widely seen as