National

Sonam Wangchuk Hospitalised After Fast

By BPN News Desk July 18, 2026

Activist Sonam Wangchuk was taken to hospital on Saturday after being removed from his protest site at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, where he had been on an indefinite hunger strike for more than 20 days. The intervention came amid growing concern over his deteriorating health. Sonam Wangchuk Hospitalised After 21-Day Fast Delhi Police shifted Wangchuk to […]

Cricket Sports

BCCI Dismisses Rohit Retirement Rumours

By BPN News Desk July 18, 2026

BCCI has firmly denied speculation that Rohit Sharma will retire from One Day Internationals after the third ODI against England at Lord’s. The clarification comes amid reports suggesting the veteran opener could be preparing for his final appearance in the format. BCCI Rejects Rohit Sharma Retirement Reports BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia dismissed claims that the […]

International

Andy Burnham Set to Become Britain’s Next Prime Minister

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2026

Andy Burnham is set to be sworn in as the United Kingdom’s next Prime Minister next week after being elected leader of the governing Labour Party, succeeding Keir Starmer. King Charles III is expected to formally invite Burnham to form a government following Starmer’s resignation, making him Britain’s seventh prime minister in a decade. From […]

Cricket Sports

Cricket Legend Sir Garfield Sobers Dies at 89

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2026

Sir Garfield Sobers, widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers in history and arguably the finest all-rounder the game has ever produced, has died at the age of 89. The legendary West Indies cricketer leaves behind an extraordinary legacy that transformed the sport across two decades, earning admiration from generations of players and fans […]

Op-Eds Opinion

From Wangchuk to Ethanol: PM Modi and Amit Shah’s Biggest Political Risk

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2026

Over the past decade, the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah has accumulated an extraordinary reservoir of political capital. This credibility was not built through caution or incrementalism. It was earned through decisive action on issues considered fundamental to India’s national interests. The abrogation of Article 370 in

International

Xi Jinping Calls for New Global AI Order, Challenges US Dominance

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2026

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for a new international framework for artificial intelligence, positioning China as a leader in global AI governance and challenging the United States’ influence over the rapidly evolving technology. Speaking at the opening of the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, Xi urged countries to work together

International

Iran Launches Missile Strikes on Gulf States as US Expands Military Offensive

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2026

The conflict between the United States and Iran widened dramatically on Friday after Iran launched missile and drone attacks against several Gulf countries following another night of intensified American airstrikes on Iranian military targets. The latest escalation has raised fears of a broader regional conflict as attacks spread beyond Iran and Israel, drawing more

National

PM Modi Flags Off India’s First Hydrogen-Powered Train in Haryana

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday flagged off India’s first hydrogen-powered passenger train from Jind railway station in Haryana, marking a major step in the country’s transition towards cleaner railway transport. The train will initially operate on the 89-kilometre Jind–Sonipat route under Northern Railway. It will connect Jind Junction, Gohana Junction and Sonipat

International

Canada Suspends New Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Applications

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2026

Canada has suspended new applications under its Parents and Grandparents Program as Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government continues tightening immigration levels. The programme was officially paused on July 15, 2026. Canadian immigration authorities will not accept new expressions of interest or invite additional prospective sponsors to apply until further notice.

International

JD Vance Accuses Israeli Officials of Trying to Prolong Iran War

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2026

US Vice-President JD Vance has accused certain members of the Israeli government of attempting to influence American public opinion and derail Washington’s diplomatic efforts with Iran. Speaking during an extended interview with Joe Rogan, Vance said he trusted some Israeli officials but believed others were supporting a discreet and well-funded campaign designed to keep