Colombia Earthquake Kills 22, Buildings Collapse

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2026

International

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, killing at least 22 people and causing widespread structural damage across several cities. The tremor was felt across all 32 departmental capitals, triggering evacuations and emergency rescue operations. Colombia Earthquake

International

Iran Says No Threat From Mecca Defence Pact

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2026

Iran has said it sees no reason to fear the new defence pact between Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia, describing the agreement as part of a broader regional shift towards countries taking greater responsibility for their own security. Iran Responds to Mecca Defence Pact Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said Tehran does not view […]

International

13 Killed in Ukraine Drone Strike on Russia

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2026

At least 13 people, including a child, were killed and 39 others injured after Ukrainian drones struck industrial and civilian targets in Nizhnekamsk in Russia’s Tatarstan region. The attack also hit a major oil refinery, marking one of the deadliest recent Ukrainian drone strikes deep inside Russian territory. Ukraine Drone Strike Hits Nizhnekamsk The attack […]

National

Amit Shah Ready for Parliament Debate on Protests – Kiren Rijiju

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2026

The Centre has said Home Minister Amit Shah is ready to address Parliament over police action during recent student protests, potentially opening a path to end the continuing deadlock between the government and Opposition. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said the government was prepared for a detailed discussion but urged Opposition MPs to allow the […]

International

Iran Names Mohsen Rezaei as Security Chief

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2026

Iran has appointed former Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander Mohsen Rezaei as secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, placing the veteran security figure at the centre of Tehran’s national security apparatus amid continuing tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. Mohsen Rezaei Takes Top Security Role Rezaei previously commanded the IRGC for more than 15

National Politics

Sharad Pawar’s MPs to Meet PM Modi

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2026

Eight MPs from Sharad Pawar’s NCP (SP) are set to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the Monsoon Session of Parliament, with Maharashtra-related concerns expected to feature prominently. Congress has also urged the delegation to raise its demand for implementing women’s reservation without linking it to delimitation. Sharad Pawar’s MPs to Meet PM Modi The […]

Entertainment

Spider-Man Becomes Top Hollywood Grosser in India

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2026

Spider-Man: Brand New Day has become the highest-grossing Hollywood film in India, overtaking Avatar: The Way of Water after a record-breaking theatrical run. The superhero film’s India collection has crossed ₹415 crore, setting a new benchmark for Hollywood releases in the country. Spider-Man Breaks Hollywood Box Office Record Spider-Man: Brand New Day surpassed the

South India State News

Tamil Nadu Makes Tamil Thai Vazhthu Mandatory

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has moved a resolution making the rendition of “Tamil Thai Vazhthu” mandatory at the beginning of official events across the state, with the Assembly unanimously backing the proposal. The DMK, AIADMK and other parties supported the move. Vijay Moves Tamil Thai Vazhthu Resolution Introducing the resolution in the […]

International

Oil Prices Jump as Hormuz Uncertainty Persists

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2026

Oil prices jumped more than 1% in early Asian trading on Monday before surrendering most of their gains, as uncertainty over reopening the Strait of Hormuz continued to dominate global energy markets. Brent crude later traded around $83.54 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate was near $78.03. Brent Crude Jumps on Hormuz Concerns Brent […]

North India State News

Sirsa Threatens Legal Action Over Rice Scam Claim

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2026

Delhi Food and Supplies Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa has given AAP leaders Saurabh Bharadwaj and Sanjeev Jha 24 hours to withdraw allegations linking his department to a purported ₹22,000 crore subsidised rice scam, warning that he will initiate legal proceedings if they fail to apologise. Sirsa Gives AAP Leaders 24-Hour Ultimatum Sirsa rejected the allegations […]