International

Abdul Basit Remark On Delhi Mumbai Triggers Row

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

A remark by former Pakistan High Commissioner to India Abdul Basit triggered sharp reactions after he said Pakistan would target New Delhi and Mumbai if the United States attacked Pakistan. The statement, made during a television discussion on a hypothetical conflict scenario, drew attention because it openly framed India as a retaliatory target in a […]

National

Modi Becomes Longest-Serving Elected Leader

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday became India’s longest-serving elected head of government, reaching 8,931 days in office across his tenures as Gujarat Chief Minister and Prime Minister. The milestone put him ahead of former Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Kumar Chamling, whose record of 8,930 days had stood as the highest for an elected head […]

International

Iran Eases Hormuz Stance Amid US Pressure

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

Iran said the Strait of Hormuz remains open to ships that are not linked to countries it considers hostile, signalling a partial easing in its position after days of disruption in the vital waterway. The clarification came amid rising tensions with the United States, after President Donald Trump warned Tehran of possible action against Iranian […]

International

Iran Strikes Near Dimona As Tensions Rise

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

Iran struck areas near Israel’s southern nuclear research zone as U.S. President Donald Trump sharply escalated pressure on Tehran by warning that Iranian power plants could be targeted if the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked. The exchange marked another dangerous turn in the widening regional conflict, with both military and energy infrastructure now at the […]

National

Government Removes Domestic Airfare Caps

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

The Centre has removed temporary fare caps on domestic air travel, allowing airlines to price tickets freely again from March 23 as operating costs continue to rise sharply. The move comes after months of restrictions that were introduced during the aviation disruption linked to the IndiGo crisis, but airlines had argued that soaring fuel and […]

National Politics

Prashant Kishor Says He Was Right On Nitish

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor has said he stands vindicated on his prediction that Nitish Kumar would not remain Chief Minister of Bihar, even while admitting that his earlier forecast about the NDA losing power had proved wrong. His remarks came amid growing political speculation after Nitish Kumar’s move to the Rajya Sabha. Prashant Kishor […]

East India State News

Mamata Calls Modi Biggest Infiltrator

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday sharpened her attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of the Assembly elections, calling him the “biggest infiltrator” while accusing the BJP and the Centre of trying to influence Bengal through voter roll changes. She made the remarks at an Eid gathering in Kolkata as the political […]

Cricket Sports

Stokes McCullum Tension Emerges After Ashes

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

England’s post-Ashes review has brought fresh attention to tensions inside the Test setup, with reports saying captain Ben Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum questioned each other’s methods after the team’s heavy 1-4 series defeat in Australia. Even so, the dispute now appears to have cooled, with both men expected to continue working together. Stokes […]

International

Bangladesh Seeks $2 Billion Energy Loan

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

Bangladesh is moving to secure around $2 billion in fresh external funding as it struggles with soaring fuel and LNG costs during the wider West Asia crisis. The push comes as Dhaka tries to protect energy supplies, manage import pressure and avoid deeper disruption to electricity generation and industrial activity. Bangladesh Seeks $2 Billion Energy […]

International

HRANA Says Iran War Death Toll Reaches 3,220

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

At least 3,220 people have been killed in Iran since the war began, according to the U.S.-based Human Rights Activists News Agency, which said the toll includes 1,398 civilians, at least 210 children, 1,165 military personnel and 657 people whose status has not yet been classified. AFP said it could not independently verify the figures […]