East India State News

Mamata Calls Modi Biggest Infiltrator

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday sharpened her attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of the Assembly elections, calling him the “biggest infiltrator” while accusing the BJP and the Centre of trying to influence Bengal through voter roll changes. She made the remarks at an Eid gathering in Kolkata as the political […]

Cricket Sports

Stokes McCullum Tension Emerges After Ashes

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

England’s post-Ashes review has brought fresh attention to tensions inside the Test setup, with reports saying captain Ben Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum questioned each other’s methods after the team’s heavy 1-4 series defeat in Australia. Even so, the dispute now appears to have cooled, with both men expected to continue working together. Stokes […]

International

Bangladesh Seeks $2 Billion Energy Loan

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

Bangladesh is moving to secure around $2 billion in fresh external funding as it struggles with soaring fuel and LNG costs during the wider West Asia crisis. The push comes as Dhaka tries to protect energy supplies, manage import pressure and avoid deeper disruption to electricity generation and industrial activity. Bangladesh Seeks $2 Billion Energy […]

International

HRANA Says Iran War Death Toll Reaches 3,220

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

At least 3,220 people have been killed in Iran since the war began, according to the U.S.-based Human Rights Activists News Agency, which said the toll includes 1,398 civilians, at least 210 children, 1,165 military personnel and 657 people whose status has not yet been classified. AFP said it could not independently verify the figures […]

International

Iranian Strike Injures 39 In Dimona

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

An Iranian strike on the southern Israeli town of Dimona left 39 people injured, according to Israeli emergency responders, in one of the most sensitive attacks of the conflict so far because the town is home to Israel’s main nuclear facility. Medics said most injuries were caused by shrapnel at multiple impact sites, with a […]

National

Air India Warns Of Fuel Cost Pressure

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

Air India has warned that rising jet fuel costs triggered by the West Asia conflict could weaken travel demand and force the airline to consider cutting some flights if costs remain elevated. The warning reflects the growing pressure on carriers as fuel prices surge and fare hikes become harder to pass on fully to passengers. […]

International

Jaishankar Speaks To Iran Counterpart

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi as tensions in West Asia continued to rise, with both sides discussing the latest regional developments. The call reflects India’s continued diplomatic engagement with Tehran at a time when the conflict is affecting security, shipping and energy flows across the

International

West Asia Conflict Widens On Multiple Fronts

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

The Iran-Israel-U.S. conflict continued to widen on March 21, with fresh military, diplomatic and energy-related developments adding to pressure across West Asia. The latest round of updates pointed to rising regional strain involving Hezbollah, shipping routes, nuclear safety concerns and global fuel markets. West Asia Conflict Expands Across Multiple Fronts The conflict

International

Pezeshkian Says Iran Seeks No Regional Conflict

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2026

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said Tehran does not want conflict with neighbouring Gulf countries or other Muslim nations, describing them as “brothers” even as the region remains under strain from ongoing attacks and rising tensions. His remarks appear aimed at reassuring nearby states that Iran’s confrontation is not directed at them. Pezeshkian Says Iran […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Dhurandhar, Uri, And The Kerala Story Represent A New Bollywood That Is No Longer Apologetic About India

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2026

The release and reception of films such as Uri: The Surgical Strike, The Kerala Story, and now Dhurandhar mark a clear shift in the tone of mainstream Hindi cinema. For decades, Bollywood approached themes of nationalism, terrorism, and geopolitical conflict with caution. Patriotism was often wrapped in nostalgia or emotional symbolism, and contemporary security issues