International

UAE Halts Islamabad Airport Outsourcing Plan

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

Plans to outsource the management of Islamabad International Airport have been halted after the United Arab Emirates withdrew interest from the project. Pakistani officials said the proposed arrangement, which involved handing operations to a foreign entity, has been put on hold with no new timeline announced. UAE Steps Back From Project The UAE was among […]

International

Starmer Visits China to Reset UK Ties

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has begun a visit to China aimed at repairing and stabilising bilateral relations after years of strain. The visit marks a renewed effort by the UK government to reopen high-level dialogue with Beijing and address areas of mutual economic interest. Trade and Economic Focus During the trip, Starmer is expected […]

International

NATO Chief Says Europe Cannot Defend Without US Support

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said Europe cannot defend itself without the United States, warning against assumptions that the continent can ensure its own security independently. Addressing European lawmakers, Rutte said those who believe Europe can manage its defence alone should “keep dreaming”, underlining the continued importance of the transatlantic alliance.

International

Last Gaza Hostage Remains Returned to Israel

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

The Israel Defense Forces said they have recovered and repatriated the remains of the last Israeli hostage held in Gaza, bringing an end to the hostage issue stemming from the October 7, 2023 attacks by Hamas. The remains were identified after a military operation in Gaza and returned to Israel for final rites. End of […]

Defence National

Indian Army to Monitor Low-Altitude Airspace Along Borders

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

The Indian Army has been assigned the responsibility of monitoring low-altitude airspace along India’s borders with China and Pakistan to strengthen surveillance against emerging aerial threats. The move is aimed at improving detection and response to drones, unmanned aerial vehicles, and other low-flying objects increasingly used for surveillance and infiltration. New

International

US Official Slams EU Over India Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

A senior US administration official criticised the European Union for signing a trade deal with India while the United States and India continue their own trade discussions. The official said the US has “made bigger sacrifices” — including imposing high tariffs on Indian imports linked to energy policy — yet Europe moved ahead quickly with […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Expert Analysis of Operation Sindoor and the Rafale Narrative

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

This analysis is based on a detailed independent military study titled Operation Sindoor: The India–Pakistan Air War (7–10 May 2025), authored by Adrien Fontanellaz and published as an exploratory note by the Centre for Historical and Political-Military Studies. The report reconstructs the conflict using open-source intelligence, satellite imagery, technical assessments,

East India State News

Kolkata Warehouse Fire Kills Seven, Many Missing

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

At least seven people were killed after a massive fire broke out at a warehouse complex in southern Kolkata, while more than 20 others are feared missing. The fire erupted in the early hours at two adjoining warehouses in the Anandapur area, where several workers were reportedly inside at the time. Rescue Operations Continue Fire […]

International

India Rebuts Pakistan at UN Over Operation Sindoor Claims

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

New York — India strongly rejected Pakistan’s account of Operation Sindoor during a United Nations Security Council session. India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Parvathaneni Harish, said Pakistan’s narrative on the 2025 military conflict with India was “false and self-serving” and aimed at harming India’s interests and reputation. Dispute Over Operation Sindoor

Business Markets

Asia Markets Mixed as Wall Street Gains Influence

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

Asian stock markets showed mixed performance on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, as investors reacted to global trends and ongoing trade concerns. Japan’s Nikkei 225 rose modestly, while markets in Hong Kong and South Korea recorded stronger gains, supported by positive sentiment from Wall Street and renewed buying interest. Chinese mainland stocks were largely flat, reflecting