International

Iran Threatens Gulf Energy Facilities

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Iran has threatened to strike major energy facilities across the Gulf after attacks on infrastructure linked to its South Pars gas field, marking a sharp escalation in the regional conflict and raising new fears over global energy security. The warning comes as oil and gas markets remain on edge over the possibility that the war […]

Uncategorized

Mojtaba Khamenei Vows Revenge Over Larijani Killing

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has vowed retaliation after the killing of senior Iranian security official Ali Larijani, describing the strike as a crime that will not go unanswered. His remarks come as tensions remain high following targeted attacks on senior Iranian figures and growing fears of further escalation involving the United States and Israel. […]

Business

Nvidia Sees $1 Trillion AI Chip Opportunity

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Nvidia has said the revenue opportunity for its artificial intelligence chip business could reach at least $1 trillion through 2027, as the company sharpens its focus on AI inference, the fast-growing segment that powers real-time responses from AI systems. The forecast was presented by chief executive Jensen Huang at the company’s annual GTC developer conference, […]

National

Russian Oil Tanker Diverts From China To India

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

A Russian oil tanker that was originally headed to China has changed course and is now sailing to India, underlining how the Gulf conflict is reshaping global crude trade flows. The diversion comes as Indian refiners sharply raise purchases from Russia to offset supply disruptions linked to the war in West Asia and continued stress […]

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 […]