Celebrity News

Tiger Shroff Escapes Shooting in Mumbai’s Juhu

By BPN News Desk October 19, 2026

Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff escaped gunshot injuries after unidentified assailants opened fire at his car in Mumbai’s Juhu area on Sunday evening, October 18. Two people, including the actor’s driver, were injured in the attack, prompting Mumbai Police to launch an investigation into the shooting and identify those responsible. Tiger Shroff Shooting in

Op-Eds Opinion

Pakistan, Bangladesh and the London SIR Protest

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2026

There are moments in a nation’s economic journey when a corporate development represents something far greater than the financial ambitions of an individual company. Such milestones reflect the transformation of an economy, the confidence of its entrepreneurs and the growing maturity of its financial institutions. India’s industrial expansion, economic

Op-Eds Opinion

Jio’s IPO: Is This India Inc’s Next Big Moment?

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2026

There are moments in a nation’s economic journey when a corporate development represents something far greater than the financial ambitions of an individual company. Such milestones reflect the transformation of an economy, the confidence of its entrepreneurs and the growing maturity of its financial institutions. India’s industrial expansion, economic

International

Trump Mocks France Protests as Violence Escalates

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2026

US President Donald Trump has made sarcastic remarks about the widespread protests in France, joking about the country’s history of revolutions as demonstrations over rising living costs escalated into violent clashes, arson and looting. His comments came amid growing political tensions in France, where President Emmanuel Macron has promised action against those

International

Canada Military Base Fire Leaves Several Dead

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2026

Several people have been killed and injured following a serious incident that triggered a major fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Canadian Defence Minister David McGuinty confirmed the casualties but said authorities had not yet established the cause of the incident or released an official death toll. Alberta […]

South India State News

Chennai Rains Cross 350 mm, Several Areas Flooded

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2026

Chennai experienced extremely heavy rainfall on Saturday, October 17, leaving several neighbourhoods inundated and disrupting normal life as the northeast monsoon intensified across Tamil Nadu. Northern parts of the city were particularly affected, with intense overnight showers causing widespread waterlogging and prompting civic authorities to strengthen flood prevention

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Panel Opens Portal for Jantar Mantar Violence

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2026

A Supreme Court-appointed High Powered Enquiry Committee (HPEC) has launched an online complaint portal to gather information about violence during protests at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi and other locations in July 2026. The initiative allows affected civilians, police personnel and witnesses to submit complaints and evidence as part of the ongoing judicial inquiry.

International

JD Vance Clarifies H-1B Remarks After India Row

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2026

US Vice President JD Vance has clarified his controversial description of foreign H-1B visa workers as “indentured servants,” acknowledging that his language may have been imperfect. Speaking during a public discussion on immigration, Vance referred to his Indian-American family and defended the Trump administration’s efforts to prioritise American workers while

International

Rubio: India Cannot Stop Russian Oil Imports Overnight

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2026

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has defended President Donald Trump’s decision to temporarily suspend Russia-related sanctions and tariffs, acknowledging that India cannot immediately replace Russian oil imports. The Trump administration will use a 60-day review period to assess the potential economic consequences of imposing additional trade restrictions. Trump

East India State News

Kolkata Stampede: 7 Arrested After 19 Deaths

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2026

Seven people, including Durga Puja organisers and security personnel, have been arrested following a stampede at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata that killed 19 people and injured around 25 others on Saturday, October 17. Police have registered a criminal case and launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Kolkata Durga […]