National

Jaishankar Says Hormuz Talks Showing Results

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has said India’s talks with Iran on restoring shipping movement through the Strait of Hormuz are beginning to show results, offering some relief amid continuing disruption in one of the world’s most important energy corridors. His remarks come after Indian-flagged vessels were allowed to pass through the route following sustained

East India State News

SCB Hospital Fire Kills 10 In Cuttack

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

A major fire at SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack early on March 16 left at least 10 patients dead and several hospital staff injured, triggering an emergency response and renewed scrutiny of fire safety standards in public hospitals. The blaze was reported from the trauma care intensive care unit, where critically ill patients […]

South India State News

AIADMK Says No Talks With Vijay Party

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami has said neither his party nor its allies have held any talks so far with actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, pushing back against speculation over a possible electoral understanding ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election. His remarks come as alliance discussions remain a key focus in the […]

National

Assembly Poll Dates Announced In Five Regions

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

The Election Commission has announced the schedule for the 2026 Assembly elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry, setting the stage for a major round of state-level political contests. Polling will begin in April, with West Bengal voting in two phases, while the other four regions will go to the polls in […]

International

Iran Threatens Netanyahu Amid Death Rumours

By BPN News Desk March 15, 2026

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has issued a fresh threat against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying it would continue to pursue him amid online rumours falsely claiming he had been killed. The development comes as regional tensions remain high and misinformation continues to spread rapidly alongside the ongoing conflict. IRGC Threat Against

International

Pakistan Hits Targets In Kandahar

By BPN News Desk March 15, 2026

Pakistan said it carried out overnight strikes in Afghanistan’s Kandahar province, targeting what it described as Taliban military facilities, militant hideouts and a storage tunnel used for equipment. The operation marks a fresh escalation in tensions between Islamabad and the Taliban administration, with both sides continuing to blame each other for growing cross-border

North India State News

Storms And Rain To Ease North India Heat

By BPN News Desk March 15, 2026

After several days of rising temperatures across northern India, weather authorities have forecast thunderstorms, rain and hailstorms that could bring temporary relief from the early March heat. The expected change in weather is linked to an approaching western disturbance that may trigger storm activity across several states in the region. Storms And Rain Forecast Across

Cricket Sports

Rohit Sharma On India’s Global Cricket Success

By BPN News Desk March 15, 2026

India captain Rohit Sharma has expressed optimism about the team’s future following its recent success in global tournaments, saying he hopes the victories mark the beginning of a sustained period of achievement for Indian cricket. His comments came as the team continues to reflect on its recent triumphs on the international stage. Rohit Sharma On […]

International

Iran Continues Strikes On Gulf States

By BPN News Desk March 15, 2026

Iran continued missile and drone strikes targeting locations in Gulf states a day after the United States warned that Iranian oil infrastructure could face further attacks if hostilities escalate. The exchange of threats and retaliatory strikes has heightened tensions across the Gulf region and raised concerns about the safety of critical energy infrastructure and shipping

International

Trump Warns Of More Kharg Island Strikes

By BPN News Desk March 15, 2026

President Donald Trump has warned that more US strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island could follow, while also urging other major powers to help secure the Strait of Hormuz as tensions continue to disrupt global energy routes. His remarks came as the conflict widened pressure on oil infrastructure and shipping lanes across the Gulf. Trump Warns […]