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India’s Drone Startup Ecosystem Could Become the World’s Cheapest Air Defence

By BPN News Desk March 9, 2026

The wars of the past decade have quietly rewritten the economics of air defence. For decades, military planners designed missile shields to stop fighter jets, cruise missiles and ballistic threats. Today, the biggest challenge to those expensive systems is not advanced aircraft but cheap drones built with off-the-shelf electronics. Iranian Shahed drones, which have

National

Jaishankar To Brief Lok Sabha On Middle East Crisis

By BPN News Desk March 9, 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is set to make a statement in the Lok Sabha on Monday on the escalating crisis in West Asia, as Parliament resumes for the second half of the Budget Session. The statement comes amid growing concern over the impact of the Iran-US-Israel conflict on regional stability, energy supplies and the […]

Cricket Sports

Suryakumar Yadav Sets LA28 Olympic Gold Target

By BPN News Desk March 9, 2026

India captain Suryakumar Yadav said winning an Olympic gold medal at the 2028 Los Angeles Games is the team’s next major goal after lifting the T20 World Cup. His remarks came after India completed a dominant campaign to win the 2026 title, adding another global trophy to the team’s recent white-ball success. Suryakumar Yadav On […]

International

No Indian Killed In Saudi Strike, Says Embassy

By BPN News Desk March 9, 2026

The Indian Embassy in Riyadh said no Indian national was killed after a projectile hit a residential area in Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia, late Sunday. The clarification came after early reports suggested that an Indian was among those killed. The embassy said one Indian national was injured in the incident and is receiving treatment. Indian […]

Cricket Sports

PM Modi Congratulates Team India On T20 Win

By BPN News Desk March 9, 2026

Title: PM Modi Congratulates Team India On T20 Win Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Team India after its T20 World Cup triumph, saying the victory had filled every Indian heart with pride and joy. His message came soon after India sealed the title with a dominant performance in the final, prompting celebrations across the country. […]

Cricket Sports

India Beat New Zealand To Retain T20 World Cup

By BPN News Desk March 8, 2026

India retained the T20 World Cup title with a commanding 96-run win over New Zealand in the 2026 final, producing a dominant all-round performance in Ahmedabad. A powerful batting display set up the victory before India’s bowlers dismantled the New Zealand chase to seal another world title. India Post Massive Total In T20 World Cup […]

Cricket Sports

Kumble Raises Concern Over Varun Chakravarthy’s Form

By BPN News Desk March 8, 2026

Title: Former India captain Anil Kumble has expressed concern over Varun Chakravarthy’s recent form ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final, saying the spinner’s dip in performance could create additional pressure on India’s bowling attack. The remarks come as India prepares for a high-stakes title clash against New Zealand. Kumble Flags Varun Chakravarthy’s […]

National

Domestic LPG Price Hiked By ₹60 Amid West Asia Conflict

By BPN News Desk March 8, 2026

Title: Domestic LPG Price Hiked By ₹60 Amid West Asia Conflict Domestic cooking gas prices in India have been increased by ₹60 per cylinder as global energy markets react to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The revision was implemented by state-run oil marketing companies as rising international fuel prices and supply disruptions begin affecting […]

International

Chinese Media Questions US Remarks On India

By BPN News Desk March 8, 2026

Title: Chinese Media Questions US Remarks On India Chinese state media has criticized remarks made by a senior US official suggesting that Washington should avoid repeating past economic policies that helped China rise as a major global competitor. The response described the reasoning behind the statement as “puzzling” and questioned the narrative surrounding global

National

Jaishankar Says India Will Chart Its Own Rise

By BPN News Desk March 8, 2026

Title: Jaishankar Says India Will Chart Its Own Rise External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has said India’s rise on the global stage will be determined by its own strengths and decisions, pushing back against remarks made by a senior US official about global economic competition. His comments underline India’s emphasis on strategic autonomy and independent […]