International

Jaishankar Says Europe Can’t Mirror India-Iran Ties

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has said Europe cannot simply replicate India’s relationship with Iran, stressing that New Delhi’s engagement with Tehran is shaped by its own history, interests and regional context. His remarks come as several countries explore ways to secure commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid continued instability in West Asia.

Cricket Sports

Akmal Slams Pakistan After Bangladesh Loss

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal has sharply criticised the national team after its 2-1 ODI series defeat to Bangladesh, calling the side’s recent performances deeply disappointing. His comments came after Bangladesh sealed the three-match series in Dhaka, a result that has added to scrutiny over Pakistan’s form, team balance and consistency in the 50-over format.

International

Iran’s Sejjil Missile Use Raises Stakes

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

Iran has reportedly used its Sejjil ballistic missile during the current conflict, drawing attention to one of the country’s most advanced longer-range weapons. The missile has been described in some reports as a “dancing missile,” a label linked to its reported manoeuvrability and ability to complicate interception, though the official military designation remains Sejjil

International

Trump Warns NATO Over Hormuz Support

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

Donald Trump has warned that NATO could face a difficult future if allies do not support U.S. efforts to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, as Washington pushes partner nations to share the burden of protecting one of the world’s most important energy routes. His remarks come at a time of rising pressure on […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Rahul Gandhi Turned Parliament Into A Circus When India Needed A Serious Opposition

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

India entered the recent Parliament session at a time of genuine national concern. The Middle East war was already threatening energy supplies, fuel markets were volatile, and reports of LPG disruptions were beginning to trigger panic buying in parts of the country. Parliament should have been the arena where the opposition pressed the government on […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Supreme Court’s Remarks On NCERT Authors Reflect Poor Judicial Restraint

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

The recent Supreme Court order concerning the Class 8 NCERT Social Science textbook chapter titled “Corruption in the Judiciary” has sparked an uncomfortable but necessary conversation about judicial language and restraint. In its observations, the Court questioned whether the academics involved in drafting the chapter possessed reasonable knowledge of the Indian judiciary

International

Lebanon Strike Kills 12 Health Workers

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

A strike on a primary healthcare centre in southern Lebanon killed 12 health workers, according to World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who said the victims included doctors, paramedics and nurses. The incident was reported late on March 13 and has added to concern over attacks affecting medical services during the wider regional conflict.

International

UAE Acts Against 19 Indians Over War Posts

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

The United Arab Emirates has ordered legal action against 35 people, including 19 Indian nationals, for allegedly sharing misleading and fabricated social media content during the ongoing regional conflict linked to the Iran war. The case has drawn attention to how Gulf authorities are responding to online misinformation, especially content created or altered using

International

Iran Denies Ceasefire Or US Talks

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said Tehran neither sought a ceasefire nor requested negotiations with the United States during the ongoing war, directly rejecting claims by U.S. President Donald Trump that Iran was looking for a deal. Araghchi made the remarks in a televised interview as fighting and regional tensions continued to shape diplomatic […]

International

Netanyahu Posts Video Amid Death Rumours

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu posted a video of himself from a cafe in Jerusalem after rumours circulated in Iranian media and online that he had been killed or injured. The video appeared to be a direct response to the claims and was presented as proof that he was alive amid heightened tensions between Israel […]