US Lawmakers Urge Marco Rubio to Raise CJP Protests

By BPN News Desk October 17, 2026

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Six Democratic lawmakers in the United States have urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to raise concerns over alleged police excesses, detentions and restrictions on protesters associated with the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) during his upcoming visit to India. The lawmakers sent a letter on

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Finland Slams US Move to Ease Russia Oil Sanctions

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2026

Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen has criticised the United States’ decision to ease sanctions on Russian diesel exports, warning that additional energy revenues could support Moscow’s military campaign in Ukraine. Speaking at a forum in Singapore on October 13, 2026, Valtonen questioned Washington’s decision to resume energy trade with Russia while

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Indian Airlines Suspend Saudi Flights Until Oct 17

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2026

Indian airlines, including IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air, have cancelled flights to several Saudi Arabian cities until October 17, 2026, following escalating security concerns in the Middle East. The announcement on October 13 comes after a series of missile and drone attacks targeting Saudi Arabia, including Riyadh’s international airport.

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Australia Close In on Victory in Durban Test

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2026

Australia moved into a commanding position against South Africa at the end of Day 4 of the first Test in Durban, with the hosts still needing 319 runs and having only six wickets remaining in their pursuit of a daunting 421-run target. Renshaw Shines Again as Australia Declare Australia resumed on 33 without loss and […]

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India Crush Sri Lanka to Reach Asian Games Final

By BPN News Desk October 1, 2026

India stormed into the men’s cricket gold medal match at the 2026 Asian Games with a crushing 124-run victory over Sri Lanka in the second semi-final at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin. Ishan Kishan Powers India to 169/7 After Sri Lanka opted to bowl on a spin-friendly surface, India recovered from early setbacks to post […]

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India Has Over 80 Days of Fuel Reserves: Hardeep Puri

By BPN News Desk September 29, 2026

Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has said India currently has fuel reserves sufficient for more than 80 days, underlining the country’s preparedness amid continuing volatility in global energy markets and tensions in West Asia. India Has Over 80 Days of Fuel Reserves Puri said India’s available stocks, refinery capacity and diversified […]

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V4 Nations Back India’s Permanent UNSC Seat Bid

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2026

India’s campaign for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council has received collective backing from four Central European countries, with Hungary, Poland, Slovakia and Czechia supporting New Delhi’s demand for a place in an expanded UNSC. Visegrad Four Back India’s UNSC Permanent Seat The support was announced following the first ministerial-level V4+India

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Oracle Adds $700 Million to Restructuring Costs

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2026

Oracle plans to spend an additional $700 million on restructuring, including job cuts and contract terminations, as the technology giant balances aggressive investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure with mounting pressure on cash flow. Oracle Restructuring Costs Rise to $2.8 Billion The additional expenditure will take the expected cost of Oracle’s fiscal 2026

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UK Defends West Bank Settlement Import Ban

By BPN News Desk September 10, 2026

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has defended his government’s decision to block imports from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, saying Britain must act against what it considers injustice and support the prospects of a two-state solution. Burnham Defends UK Action on West Bank Settlements Speaking in Parliament, Burnham said Britain had long supported […]

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Abhinandan Varthaman Joins FLY91 After IAF Exit

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2026

Former Indian Air Force Group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman, who became nationally known after the 2019 aerial confrontation with Pakistan, has taken premature retirement from the IAF and joined Goa-based regional carrier FLY91 as a commercial pilot. Abhinandan Varthaman Begins Commercial Aviation Career Varthaman, 43, retired from the Indian Air Force in March 2026 and