International

Allah Ghazanfar Condemns Kabul Attack

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Afghanistan spinner Allah Ghazanfar has strongly condemned the reported strike on a rehabilitation facility in Kabul, saying the attack has deeply hurt ordinary Afghans and warning that any repeat of past conflict patterns would be damaging for Pakistan. His remarks have drawn attention because they come from one of Afghanistan’s emerging cricket voices at a […]

South India State News

Vijay Was Offered 90 Seats, Claims TVK Leader

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam leader Vijay was offered 90 Assembly seats and the Chief Minister’s post for two-and-a-half years, senior party functionary Aadhav Arjuna claimed on Tuesday, adding a fresh layer of intrigue to Tamil Nadu’s pre-election political churn. The remarks have intensified speculation over possible alliance efforts around the 2026 Assembly election, even

International

Iran Rules Out Immediate Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Iran has ruled out an immediate ceasefire, with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi saying Tehran is focused on ending the war across the region rather than accepting a limited pause in fighting. His remarks come as diplomatic efforts continue to search for an off-ramp in the widening conflict, even as Iran signals that any settlement must […]

Cricket Sports

Bangladesh To Probe T20 World Cup Snub

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Bangladesh’s controversial absence from the 2026 T20 World Cup is set to come under fresh scrutiny after the government moved to investigate the role of the Bangladesh Cricket Board in the episode. The latest development suggests the fallout from the tournament snub is far from over, with Dhaka now examining whether the decision reflected deeper […]

Cricket Sports

Ashwin Flags Fan Army Culture In Indian Cricket

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin has raised concerns over what he described as a growing “fan army” culture in Indian cricket, saying social media narratives around players are increasingly driven by personality-based ecosystems rather than by the game itself. His comments add to a wider debate within Indian cricket over how online discourse, player branding and fan loyalty […]

International

Oil Prices Seen Staying Higher For Longer says Standard Chartered

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Oil prices are likely to stay elevated for a longer period as supply losses from the Gulf conflict continue to tighten global markets and limit the chances of a quick correction. The latest assessment reflects growing concern that disruption linked to the Strait of Hormuz is not a short-term shock, but a structural supply problem […]

International

PCB Dismisses PSL Overseas Player Fears

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board has dismissed concerns over the participation of overseas players in the Pakistan Super League, saying travel plans remain on track despite security worries triggered by the recent Pakistan airstrike on Afghanistan. The reassurance comes as the league prepares for its 11th season, with a large group of foreign players, including several […]

Law & Order National

NIA Widens Probe After Foreign Nationals Arrest

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

The National Investigation Agency has widened its probe after arresting multiple foreign nationals, including a U.S. citizen and several Ukrainian nationals, in a case linked to suspected terror activity and cross-border militant networks. The case has drawn attention because investigators believe the arrests may be part of a larger international support structure

South India State News

Kerala Says No Immediate LPG Shortage

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Kerala’s Left Democratic Front government has said there is no immediate shortage of domestic LPG in the State, even as concerns over supply disruptions continue in parts of the country due to the ongoing West Asia conflict. The assurance comes amid rising public anxiety over cooking gas availability, delayed refills and the broader impact of […]

International

US Hits Iran Missile Sites Near Hormuz

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

The United States has struck Iranian missile positions near the Strait of Hormuz with 5,000-pound bunker-buster bombs, expanding its campaign against military assets that Washington says threaten shipping in one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. The latest action comes as tensions in the Gulf continue to disrupt maritime traffic, raise oil market concerns […]