Trade

India Says Trade Deal With EU Is Close

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

India is close to concluding a long-pending trade agreement with the European Union, according to the country’s trade secretary. He said negotiations have reached an advanced stage, with most chapters settled and only a few technical issues left to be resolved. Timing Linked To High-Level Meetings Officials indicated that both sides are working toward finalising […]

Op-Eds Opinion

ISRO Is Paying the Price for Ambition Without Matching Budget Support

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

The recent launch failures involving India’s space programme have triggered predictable reactions. Some have rushed to question competence. Others have fallen back on emotional defences. Both miss the real issue. The problem facing Indian Space Research Organisation today is not a decline in scientific capability. It is a widening gap between political ambition and

International

Gulf States Warn US Against Strike On Iran

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

Several Arab Gulf countries, led by Saudi Arabia, have privately warned the United States against carrying out a military strike on Iran. Gulf leaders told Washington that attacking Tehran could destabilise the region, disrupt oil markets and trigger wider conflict. Reasons For Caution Gulf states have expressed concern that a US strike could fuel instability […]

International

Pakistan Says Talks Underway To Sell Fighter Jets

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said several countries are actively engaged in discussions with Islamabad to acquire its fighter jets. He made the statement while addressing a cabinet meeting, describing the talks as a sign of growing international interest in Pakistan’s defence manufacturing capabilities. Focus On JF-17 Aircraft The discussions are understood to

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Disturbed By Calcutta High Court Incident

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it was “disturbed” by what transpired in the Calcutta High Court during hearings linked to the Enforcement Directorate’s case involving West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The apex court described the incident as serious and said such developments inside a constitutional court were a matter of concern. Background Of […]

International

Zelensky Declares Energy Emergency As Cold Bites

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has declared an emergency in the country’s energy sector as severe winter conditions combine with damage to power and heating infrastructure. The decision is aimed at speeding up repairs and ensuring uninterrupted supply of electricity and heat during the cold spell. Power And Heating Disruptions Large parts of Ukraine have faced […]

International

Germany To Send Troops To Greenland Amid Arctic Tensions

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

Germany said it will deploy a small number of troops to Greenland as part of coordinated European and NATO efforts to strengthen security in the Arctic region. The move follows consultations with Denmark, which is responsible for Greenland’s defence, and comes amid growing strategic attention on the area. Context Of The Decision The announcement comes […]

International

Denmark Flags Fundamental Disagreement With US On Greenland

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

Denmark has said a “fundamental disagreement” remains with the United States following talks at the White House on the future of Greenland. Danish officials said discussions with senior US leaders did not resolve differences over Washington’s views on Greenland’s strategic role and governance. Denmark Reasserts Position Copenhagen reiterated that Greenland is part of the

Defence National

India To Consider Proposal For 114 Rafale Jets

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

The Centre is expected to soon consider the Indian Air Force’s proposal to procure 114 Rafale fighter jets from France as part of its long-pending fighter acquisition plan. The proposal is likely to be taken up by the Defence Acquisition Council, which clears major defence purchases. Deal Structure And Scope The planned acquisition is expected […]

State News West India

Fadnavis Alleges Pro-Pak Slogans At Thackeray-Linked Events

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis accused rivals linked to Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray of allowing “pro-Pakistan slogans” to be raised at some campaign events ahead of the upcoming civic body elections. He said such slogans are inappropriate in a civic poll focused on local governance and development. Political Context The accusation came as […]