India Joins UN Statement On West Bank Situation

By BPN News Desk February 19, 2026

International

India has joined a United Nations statement addressing developments in the West Bank, signalling its position on the ongoing situation in the region and calling for restraint and dialogue. India UN West Bank Statement The joint statement emphasised the need to reduce tensions and prevent

International

PM Modi To Visit Israel Next Week

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that Indian PM Narendra Modi is expected to visit Israel next week, signalling continued strengthening of strategic ties between the two countries across defence, technology and economic cooperation. Modi Israel Visit Schedule And Agenda According to Israeli officials, the visit is planned as an official bilateral

International

Trump Signals Indirect Role In Iran Talks

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

US President Donald Trump said he expects to play an indirect role in potential negotiations involving Iran, signalling renewed diplomatic movement around the long-stalled nuclear discussions while keeping Washington formally at arm’s length. Trump Indirect Role In Iran Talks Speaking to reporters, Trump indicated the United States would not immediately enter direct

Op-Eds Opinion

Nikhil Gupta Arrest Shows India Has Stopped Ignoring Overseas Extremism

By BPN News Desk February 15, 2026

The arrest of Nikhil Gupta in the United States, accused of arranging payment in a murder-for-hire plot targeting Khalistani activist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, has triggered predictable outrage across Western capitals and predictable noise across Indian studios. Both reactions miss the real story. This case is not only about one alleged criminal conspiracy. It reflects a

National Politics

Congress Questions India US Interim Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

Congress questioned the proposed interim trade deal between India and the United States (US), alleging political motivations behind the timing of negotiations. The party linked the development to past diplomatic outreach events and questioned the government’s approach to trade policy. Congress Questions On India US Interim Trade Deal The opposition said the trade

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

India, Canada Hold Talks on Bilateral Ties

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

India and Canada held talks on bilateral relations on Republic Day, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said. The discussions were aimed at reviewing ties and exploring ways to strengthen engagement between the two countries after a period of strained relations. Areas of Cooperation According to Jaishankar, the talks focused on improving cooperation across key areas

International

Jaishankar Meets EU Envoys Ahead of India-EU Summit

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met envoys from European Union countries in New Delhi to discuss preparations for the upcoming India-EU Summit. The meeting focused on strengthening political and strategic engagement between India and the European bloc. Key Discussion Areas During the interaction, Jaishankar underlined the importance of closer India-EU cooperation in

Op-Eds Opinion

Trump’s Peace Board Sidelines the UN and Rewards Pakistan

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

Donald Trump’s announcement of a so called “Board of Peace” was presented as a bold diplomatic initiative, but it immediately raised a basic and uncomfortable question. Why create a new peace body at all when the world already has an established framework for conflict resolution? The answer lies less in global necessity and more in […]

International

Trump Says He Will Not Attend Paris Meeting on Greenland

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump has said he will not attend an emergency meeting in Paris called by French President Emmanuel Macron to address rising tensions over Trump’s pressure on Greenland and related diplomatic disputes. Trump told reporters that he would skip the gathering, citing doubts about Macron’s long-term leadership. Why the Meeting Was Proposed President […]