International

UAE Allows 30-Day Visa Extension For Indians

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

The United Arab Emirates has introduced temporary visa relief measures for Indian travellers amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Authorities have allowed a 30-day visa extension without penalties for those unable to leave the country due to flight disruptions and regional security concerns linked to the conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States. […]

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11 Indians Arrested In US U Visa Fraud Case

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

Eleven Indian nationals have been arrested in the United States after federal investigators alleged they took part in a visa fraud conspiracy involving staged armed robberies at businesses. Prosecutors said the scheme was designed to help participants falsely qualify for U visas, which are meant for victims of certain serious crimes who assist law enforcement. […]

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US Offers Reward For Mojtaba Khamenei

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

The United States has announced a reward of up to $10 million for information on Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and several senior Iranian officials, marking a fresh escalation in Washington’s pressure campaign against Tehran amid the ongoing West Asia conflict. The announcement was made under the US Rewards for Justice programme, which targets […]

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Iran Israel War Escalates Across West Asia

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

The conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States continued to escalate on March 14, with fresh military strikes, drone attacks and rising tensions across West Asia. The war has expanded beyond direct exchanges between the main parties and is now affecting regional security, shipping routes and energy markets. US Strikes Iranian Military Targets The […]

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Iran Hits Out At US Over Russian Oil

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

Washington’s temporary easing of restrictions on some Russian oil cargoes has triggered a sharp response from Iran, with Tehran accusing the United States of double standards after earlier pressure on India to reduce purchases from Moscow. The remarks come at a time when the war in West Asia has unsettled global energy markets and pushed […]

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Trump Warns Iran Over Kharg Island Oil Hub

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

The conflict in West Asia escalated further after US President Donald Trump warned that Iran’s key oil export hub at Kharg Island could be targeted if disruptions to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz continue. The warning comes amid rising tensions in the region and growing concern over the safety of global energy supply routes […]

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Iran Clears Indian LPG Ships Through Hormuz

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

Iran has allowed two Indian-flagged LPG carriers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, easing immediate concerns over fuel supply disruptions as conflict in West Asia continues to affect one of the world’s busiest energy routes. The development followed remarks by Iran’s ambassador to India, who said Indian vessels could expect safe passage and described […]

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Afghanistan Drones Hit Pakistan Kohat Military Fort

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2026

Afghanistan carried out retaliatory drone strikes targeting a Pakistani military installation in Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, marking a sharp escalation in tensions between the two neighbouring countries. Afghan officials said the operation was launched in response to recent Pakistani airstrikes inside Afghanistan that reportedly caused civilian casualties. Afghanistan Drone

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Trump Says Iran “About To Surrender”

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2026

Trump Says Iran “About To Surrender” US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran is “about to surrender” amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, describing recent military operations as the removal of a major threat. The statement was reportedly made during a virtual meeting with leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) nations […]

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India US Close To Critical Minerals Deal

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2026

India, US Near Critical Minerals Agreement India and the United States are close to finalising a major agreement on critical minerals aimed at strengthening supply chains for advanced manufacturing, energy systems and emerging technologies. US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said a significant announcement on the pact could be made within the next few months […]