International

Indian Airlines Plan 58 Middle East Flights

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2026

Indian Airlines Plan 58 Middle East Flights Indian airlines are planning to operate 58 flights to destinations in the Middle East as services gradually resume amid disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Authorities said carriers are adjusting schedules while closely monitoring airspace restrictions and safety conditions across the region. Indian Airlines

National

India Signals Interest In More Russian Oil

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2026

India Signals Interest In More Russian Oil Imports India has reportedly signaled renewed interest in increasing crude oil imports from Russia as geopolitical tensions rise following the crisis involving Iran. Russian officials said they are receiving indications that Indian buyers may seek higher volumes of Russian crude amid concerns about potential disruptions in global

International

Mojtaba Khamenei Reportedly Named Iran Leader

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2026

Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has reportedly been selected as the country’s new Supreme Leader following the death of his father during the ongoing regional conflict. The reported decision comes amid a major leadership transition in Iran during a period of heightened geopolitical tensions across the Middle East. […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Arctic Wolf Report Claims “India-Nexus” Hackers Targeted Pakistan and Bangladesh: Is India Emerging as Asia’s Second Cyber Power After China?

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2026

A recent cybersecurity report by Arctic Wolf has brought fresh attention to the evolving cyber landscape in South Asia. The report described a hacking campaign targeting government and strategic networks in Pakistan and Bangladesh using sophisticated malware tools such as BurrowShell and a Rust-based remote access trojan. While cyber espionage is hardly new in

Op-Eds Opinion

Government Moves from Default HAL Allocation to Competitive Bidding

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2026

For decades, major fighter aircraft programs in India flowed almost automatically to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. That arrangement was rarely questioned. HAL was the national integrator, the state-backed aerospace champion, and the default prime. The recent structuring of the 114 Rafale local production program involving Tata and the decision not to automatically route

International

Qatar Arrests 10 Suspects Linked To IRGC

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2026

  Qatar has arrested 10 individuals suspected of having links to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), according to a statement released through the country’s state news agency. Authorities said the suspects were part of two separate cells allegedly operating on behalf of the Iranian military organization within the country. Qatar Security Forces Dismantle

International

US Says 17 Iranian Naval Vessels Destroyed

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2026

US Says 17 Iranian Naval Vessels Destroyed The United States military has destroyed 17 Iranian naval vessels during ongoing operations against Iran, according to a statement by the commander of US forces in the Middle East. The announcement comes as the conflict enters its fourth day, with large-scale military strikes and retaliatory attacks continuing across […]

International

Saudi Intercepts Cruise Missiles Near Riyadh

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2026

Saudi Intercepts Cruise Missiles Near Riyadh Saudi Arabia’s Defense Ministry said its air defenses intercepted and destroyed two cruise missiles near the central city of Al Kharj, located southeast of the capital Riyadh. The ministry confirmed the interception on Wednesday morning but did not disclose the origin of the missiles or whether there were any […]

Entertainment Reviews

The Kerala Story 2 Review: Strong Intent, Weak Execution

By BPN News Desk March 3, 2026

I watched The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond expecting intensity and narrative sharpness. The first film, regardless of ideological alignment, had emotional momentum and a defined dramatic arc that kept viewers invested. This sequel carries similar ambition but struggles to convert its intent into compelling cinema. The film attempts to build on themes of manipulation, […]

Op-Eds Opinion

India-Canada Uranium Deal and Kazakhstan Supply Can Power 80 Data Centers and Create 5 Lakh Jobs

By BPN News Desk March 3, 2026

India’s recent uranium agreement with Canada, signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with Mark Carney, is not just another energy contract. Canada will supply roughly 22 million pounds of uranium over nine years. If we assume Kazakhstan continues supply at levels similar to its earlier 5,000-tonne agreement over five years, the combined annual inflow […]