India To Commission Third Nuclear Submarine

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

Defence National

India is expected to commission its third indigenous nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine by the summer of 2026, further strengthening its strategic maritime deterrence. The submarine, INS Aridhaman, is currently in the final stages of trials and is likely to be inducted into service in

International

Trump Signals Indirect Role In Iran Talks

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

US President Donald Trump said he expects to play an indirect role in potential negotiations involving Iran, signalling renewed diplomatic movement around the long-stalled nuclear discussions while keeping Washington formally at arm’s length. Trump Indirect Role In Iran Talks Speaking to reporters, Trump indicated the United States would not immediately enter direct

International

Satellite Images Show China Nuclear Site Expansion

By BPN News Desk February 16, 2026

Satellite imagery has indicated expansion activity at a nuclear weapons-related complex in Sichuan province of China, drawing attention from analysts monitoring strategic military infrastructure developments. China Nuclear Facility Expansion Sichuan Recent images show new construction around a secured installation believed to be linked to nuclear weapons storage and

Uncategorized

No Evidence China Conducted Nuclear Test: Monitor

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

An international monitoring body said there is no evidence supporting recent allegations that China conducted a nuclear explosive test, countering claims made in a United States assessment. The statement has added to debate over verification and transparency in global nuclear activity. Monitor Rejects China Nuclear Blast Claim The monitoring organisation reported it had

Science Space & Astronomy

India Successfully Tests Agni 3 Missile

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

India successfully carried out a test of the nuclear-capable Agni 3 ballistic missile off the Odisha coast, demonstrating operational readiness of the strategic deterrence system. The launch was conducted as part of routine user training by the Strategic Forces Command. Agni 3 Missile Test Details The surface-to-surface missile was launched from an integrated test range

International

US Accuses China Of Secret Nuclear Tests

By BPN News Desk February 7, 2026

The United States (US) has accused China of conducting secret nuclear explosive experiments, raising fresh concerns over arms control compliance and strategic stability. The allegation was included in an official assessment on global nuclear activities and has drawn attention from security analysts. US Allegations On China Nuclear Tests According to the assessment, China

Op-Eds Opinion

$3B Nuclear Fuel Deal With Canada: Preparing Electricity for India’s 2047 Economy

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

India is close to signing a nearly $3 billion long-term uranium supply agreement with Canada. At first glance it sounds like just another energy purchase. But this is not about fixing today’s power cuts. It is about making sure India does not face power shortages twenty years from now when its economy becomes far bigger […]

International

North Korea to Unveil Next Phase of Nuclear Plans

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2026

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said the country will soon announce the next stage of its nuclear and defence strategy, signalling a continued focus on strengthening its nuclear deterrent. The announcement is expected to be made at an upcoming meeting of the ruling Workers’ Party of Korea. Focus on Nuclear Deterrence Kim made […]

National

NTPC Explores Nuclear Power Partnerships With Global Firms

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

State owned power major NTPC has signed agreements with global nuclear energy companies to explore collaboration on large nuclear power projects in India. The company has entered into non disclosure agreements with Russia’s Rosatom and France’s EDF to enable the sharing of technical information and assessment of potential partnerships. The pacts are aimed at evaluating

International

Trump Warns Iran of Military Action if Nuclear Program Rebuilds

By BPN News Desk December 30, 2025

US President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could carry out further military strikes against Iran if Tehran attempts to rebuild its nuclear programme or expand its ballistic missile capabilities. Trump issued the warning during a meeting at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying renewed nuclear activity […]