Cricket Sports

Shahid Afridi Calls For Changes After Pakistan Defeat

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has criticised Pakistan’s team selection and leadership following a heavy 61-run defeat in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, calling for major changes to the playing XI and decision-making structure. Shahid Afridi Criticism Of Pakistan Team Afridi said senior players failed to perform according to expectations and questioned the balance

Op-Eds Opinion

Rafale Bombs Made In India: The Real Start Of India’s Smart Weapons Industry

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

When the BEL–Safran HAMMER joint venture was announced, it was treated like another routine “Make in India” defence press release. Another agreement, another assembly line, another promise of localisation. But this project is fundamentally different from most of India’s past defence manufacturing efforts. This time India is not trying to build the aircraft. It is […]

National Politics

Congress Flags Concerns Over US Trade Deal

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

The Congress party has criticised the proposed India–United States trade agreement, alleging that certain provisions could affect agriculture, energy policy and data regulation frameworks if safeguards are not built into the final text. Congress Criticism Of US Trade Deal Party leaders said the draft framework risks exposing Indian farmers to increased competition from

International

PM Modi To Visit Israel Next Week

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that Indian PM Narendra Modi is expected to visit Israel next week, signalling continued strengthening of strategic ties between the two countries across defence, technology and economic cooperation. Modi Israel Visit Schedule And Agenda According to Israeli officials, the visit is planned as an official bilateral

International

Trump Signals Indirect Role In Iran Talks

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

US President Donald Trump said he expects to play an indirect role in potential negotiations involving Iran, signalling renewed diplomatic movement around the long-stalled nuclear discussions while keeping Washington formally at arm’s length. Trump Indirect Role In Iran Talks Speaking to reporters, Trump indicated the United States would not immediately enter direct

International

Tarique Rahman To Take Oath As Bangladesh PM

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

Tarique Rahman, leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), is set to take oath as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh following his party’s decisive electoral victory, marking a major political shift in the country after years of Awami League rule. Tarique Rahman Oath Ceremony Venue And Timing The swearing-in ceremony will be held at the […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Manjrekar’s Twitter Lecture After India-Pakistan Match, When Ex-Players Chase Relevance Instead Of Responsibility

By BPN News Desk February 16, 2026

He didn’t say it during commentary. He didn’t analyse it in a column. He didn’t even frame it as a cricketing discussion. He posted it on Twitter, instantly turning the aftermath of an India Pakistan match into a debate about his opinion rather than the match itself. Sanjay Manjrekar’s lecture on the absence of a […]

Cricket Sports

Axar Patel On Pressure In India Pakistan Match

By BPN News Desk February 16, 2026

India all-rounder Axar Patel said matches between India and Pakistan carry greater expectations than regular fixtures, noting the intense attention and atmosphere surrounding the rivalry in international cricket. Axar Patel On India Pakistan Pressure Speaking ahead of the high-profile encounter, Axar said players approach the game like any other match but acknowledge the

Cricket Sports

Mohsin Naqvi Leaves As India Beat Pakistan

By BPN News Desk February 16, 2026

India secured a 61-run victory over Pakistan in their T20 World Cup 2026 match, a contest that also drew attention after Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi left the stadium before the game concluded. Mohsin Naqvi Leaves During India Pakistan Match Mohsin Naqvi was seen departing the R. Premadasa Stadium while Pakistan were struggling in […]

Op-Eds Opinion

India–Israel $8.6 Billion Arms Deal: Preparing For Drone Wars Against Pakistan And China

By BPN News Desk February 16, 2026

When reports emerged that India had agreed to defence deals worth roughly $8.6 billion with Israel, the reaction in many circles followed the usual pattern. People asked what missiles were being bought, what range they had, and whether they were meant for Pakistan or China. That question itself misses the point. This is not a […]