International

Nepal Elects Balen Shah Amid Political Shift

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2026

Nepal has witnessed a significant political shift as independent candidate Balen Shah secured a major electoral victory, reflecting a growing wave of support for new political figures over traditional parties. The result highlights increasing public demand for alternative leadership and governance reforms in the country. Balen Shah Wins Strong Mandate In Nepal Election

National

Noida International Airport Receives DGCA Licence

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2026

Noida International Airport has received its aerodrome licence from India’s aviation regulator, marking a key milestone for the upcoming airport in Uttar Pradesh. The approval clears the way for commercial flight operations once the remaining operational and infrastructure preparations are completed ahead of the airport’s launch. DGCA Grants Aerodrome Licence To Noida

Op-Eds Opinion

Rahul Gandhi Questions Modi’s Oil Policy: Has He Forgotten UPA’s Record of US Pressure?

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2026

Rahul Gandhi’s recent criticism of the government over the United States granting India a 30-day relaxation to purchase Russian oil during the escalating Iran conflict has triggered yet another political debate on India’s foreign policy. The Congress leader accused the government of compromising India’s strategic autonomy. It is a familiar political attack line. Yet before

Op-Eds Opinion

Tarun Kumar Murder Shows How Religious Extremism Turns Everyday Disputes Into Deadly Violence

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2026

A young man is dead in Delhi because a child played Holi. Let that sink in. The killing of 26-year-old Tarun Kumar in Uttam Nagar is not just a tragedy; it is a chilling indictment of radicalized Islamic extremism taking root in our neighborhoods. A water balloon, an accidental splash, and a childs joy were […]

East India State News

Mamata Banerjee Holds Kolkata Protest Over SIR

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee staged a protest in Kolkata opposing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, accusing the exercise of being politically motivated. The demonstration drew participation from leaders and workers of the ruling Trinamool Congress as tensions between the state government and the BJP escalated over the voter

International

Russia Accused Of Sharing Intelligence With Iran

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2026

Reports have emerged that Russia may have provided intelligence information to Iran that could help Tehran monitor or track American military assets during the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The allegations highlight the growing geopolitical complexity surrounding the Middle East crisis as global powers become indirectly involved. Russia

International

Trump Demands Iran’s Unconditional Surrender

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2026

Title: Trump Demands Iran’s Unconditional Surrender US President Donald Trump has called for Iran’s “unconditional surrender,” intensifying rhetoric amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The statement comes as the United States and its allies continue military pressure on Iran following recent confrontations linked to regional conflicts and security concerns. Trump

International

Russia Stops Publishing India Oil Export Data

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2026

Title: Russia has stopped publicly disclosing detailed crude oil export data for shipments to India, citing concerns about growing external pressure and scrutiny on energy trade flows. The decision reflects increasing geopolitical sensitivity around oil transactions between Russia and major buyers amid ongoing sanctions and global energy tensions. Russia Halts Disclosure

International

US Signals Possible Easing of Russian Oil Sanctions

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2026

Title: The United States has indicated that it may consider easing sanctions on additional Russian oil shipments as global energy markets face supply pressures. The development comes shortly after Washington granted India a temporary waiver allowing the purchase of certain Russian crude cargoes already in transit, a move aimed at stabilizing oil supply during ongoing […]

Op-Eds Opinion

IRIS Dena Incident: Congress Leaders Chose Political Opportunism Over National Responsibility

By BPN News Desk March 6, 2026

The sinking of the Iranian naval frigate IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean earlier this month quickly became an international geopolitical story involving the United States, Iran, and Sri Lanka. Yet for a brief period, the incident was dragged into India’s domestic political arena for reasons that had little to do with the actual facts […]