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Bangladesh Raises Objection Over Hasina’s Delhi Address

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

Bangladesh has expressed concern after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was allowed to deliver a political address at an event in New Delhi. The interim government in Dhaka said permitting the address amounted to interference in Bangladesh’s internal political process and could have implications for bilateral relations with India. Statement From Bangladesh Authorities

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Xi Jinping Calls India, China Friends on Republic Day

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

Chinese President Xi Jinping sent greetings to India on its 77th Republic Day, describing India and China as “friends, partners and good neighbours”. In a message addressed to President Droupadi Murmu, Xi said stable and cooperative ties between the two countries are important not only for both nations but also for global peace and development. […]

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Canada Rules Out Free Trade Deal With China

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has ruled out pursuing a free trade agreement with China, saying such a move is not under consideration by his government. His remarks come amid renewed trade tensions after U.S. President Donald Trump warned of imposing steep tariffs on Canadian exports if Ottawa moved closer to a trade pact with […]

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India May Cut EU Car Import Tariffs to 40%

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

India is considering a significant reduction in import tariffs on cars from the European Union as part of the ongoing India-EU free trade agreement negotiations. According to officials familiar with the discussions, New Delhi may cut peak import duties on certain EU-made cars from the current level of up to 110% to around 40%. Limited […]

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Minnesota Shootings Raise Questions on Immigration Enforcement

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

Two fatal shootings during recent federal immigration enforcement operations in Minnesota have triggered political and legal scrutiny in the United States. The incidents occurred during separate enforcement actions in January, where civilians were shot dead by federal agents. Authorities said the shootings took place while officers were carrying out official duties linked

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Iran Thanks India for UNHRC Resolution Vote

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2026

Iran has thanked India after New Delhi voted against a resolution at the United Nations Human Rights Council that criticised Iran over alleged human rights violations. The resolution was moved during a recent UNHRC session and sought to extend the mandate of an international investigative mechanism on Iran. Tehran expresses appreciation Iran’s ambassador in New […]

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US Criticises Europe Over India Tariffs At Davos

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2026

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has defended Washington’s decision to impose additional tariffs on Indian imports, saying the move achieved its intended objective. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Bessent said India’s purchases of Russian crude oil had declined, indicating that the tariff pressure had an impact. Europe Accused Of Trade Priorities Bessent

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India Votes Against UNHRC Iran Condemnation

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2026

The United Nations Human Rights Council adopted a resolution condemning the violent crackdown on anti-government protests in Iran and extending international investigative mandates into rights abuses. The text deplored the use of force against peaceful demonstrators, called for Iran to stop extrajudicial killings and urged measures to prevent arbitrary arrests and

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Emirates Cancels UAE–US Flights Due To Winter Storm

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2026

Emirates Airlines has cancelled multiple flights between Dubai and the United States because of Storm Fern, a powerful winter storm causing heavy snow, ice and dangerous conditions across large parts of the US. The cancellations affect flights scheduled from January 24 to January 26, 2026, as the airline adjusts operations amid the severe weather. Impact […]

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Trump Threatens Canada With 100% Tariffs Over China Deal

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose 100% tariffs on all Canadian goods entering the United States if Canada follows through with a new trade deal with China. Trump made the warning in a social media post, saying such a pact would harm U.S. interests and characterising Canada as potentially serving as a “drop-off […]