International

Jaishankar Discusses Iran With EU In Brussels

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar discussed the Iran situation with his European counterparts in Brussels during a visit that also focused on the wider India-European Union relationship. The talks came as the Strait of Hormuz crisis, regional instability in West Asia and concerns over energy security continue to shape diplomatic engagement across major capitals.

International

IndiGo Alerts Flyers As DXB Halts Landings

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

Dubai International Airport has suspended landing permissions for incoming flights, prompting IndiGo to issue a fresh advisory for passengers travelling on its Dubai routes. The move comes amid worsening regional tensions and follows recent disruption to aviation activity across parts of the Gulf, with airlines and airport operators continuing to assess safety and

Cricket Sports

Ponting Calls India Strongest T20I Team

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

India’s successful defence of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title has drawn strong praise from former Australia captain Ricky Ponting, who said the current side may be the strongest T20I team the country has produced. Ponting’s remarks came after India beat New Zealand by 96 runs in the 2026 final in Ahmedabad, becoming the […]

International

Europe Resists Trump Hormuz Mission

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

Europe is showing little appetite for joining any expanded military effort in the Strait of Hormuz, even after U.S. President Donald Trump urged allies to help reopen the vital shipping lane. The response from key European capitals suggests that while there is concern over energy disruption and maritime security, most governments want to avoid being […]

International

Gulf States Press US Over Iran Threat

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

Gulf Arab states are pressing the United States to take stronger action against Iran as the Strait of Hormuz crisis continues to disrupt regional oil exports and raise fears of prolonged instability. The latest diplomatic push reflects concern among Gulf governments that any limited response may leave Iran capable of threatening shipping lanes, energy infrastructure […]

International

Trump Escalates Rhetoric On Cuba

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump said he could do “anything” he wanted with Cuba, escalating his rhetoric at a time when Washington and Havana remain in contact amid the island’s deepening energy and economic crisis. His remarks added fresh uncertainty to an already tense phase in U.S.-Cuba relations, with pressure building over sanctions, fuel shortages and […]

International

US Pushes Allies To Blacklist Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

The United States has directed its diplomats to urge allied governments to formally blacklist Iran’s  and Hezbollah, expanding Washington’s campaign to build broader international pressure on Tehran and its regional network. The move comes amid heightened conflict in the Middle East and reflects a push by the Trump administration to align more partners behind its […]

International

Rashid Khan Condemns Kabul Airstrikes

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

Afghanistan cricketer Rashid Khan has condemned the reported Pakistani airstrikes in Kabul, joining growing outrage after Taliban authorities said a drug rehabilitation hospital was hit and hundreds of civilians were killed or injured. His statement came as the latest round of cross-border violence sharply raised tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Rashid Khan

International

Afghanistan Accuses Pakistan Over Hospital Strike

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

Afghanistan has accused Pakistan of carrying out an airstrike on a hospital in Kabul, reporting heavy casualties in what would mark a major escalation in the worsening conflict between the two neighbours. Pakistan has denied targeting civilians, saying its military action was aimed only at militant infrastructure and security threats based inside Afghanistan. Pakistan

National

India-US Trade Deal Talks Face Delay

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

India remains engaged with the United States on a proposed bilateral trade deal, even as officials have acknowledged that uncertainty in Washington could slow progress. The latest comments from India’s commerce establishment suggest that negotiations are continuing, but the final timeline may depend on how trade policy developments unfold on the U.S. side. India-US Trade