International

Gulf States Press US Over Iran Threat

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

Gulf Arab states are pressing the United States to take stronger action against Iran as the Strait of Hormuz crisis continues to disrupt regional oil exports and raise fears of prolonged instability. The latest diplomatic push reflects concern among Gulf governments that any limited response may leave Iran capable of threatening shipping lanes, energy infrastructure […]

International

Trump Escalates Rhetoric On Cuba

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump said he could do “anything” he wanted with Cuba, escalating his rhetoric at a time when Washington and Havana remain in contact amid the island’s deepening energy and economic crisis. His remarks added fresh uncertainty to an already tense phase in U.S.-Cuba relations, with pressure building over sanctions, fuel shortages and […]

International

US Pushes Allies To Blacklist Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

The United States has directed its diplomats to urge allied governments to formally blacklist Iran’s  and Hezbollah, expanding Washington’s campaign to build broader international pressure on Tehran and its regional network. The move comes amid heightened conflict in the Middle East and reflects a push by the Trump administration to align more partners behind its […]

National

India-US Trade Deal Talks Face Delay

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

India remains engaged with the United States on a proposed bilateral trade deal, even as officials have acknowledged that uncertainty in Washington could slow progress. The latest comments from India’s commerce establishment suggest that negotiations are continuing, but the final timeline may depend on how trade policy developments unfold on the U.S. side. India-US Trade

International

North Korea Fires Missile During US Drills

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

North Korea launched a ballistic missile toward the sea off its east coast on Saturday as the United States and South Korea conducted joint military exercises in the region. The launch added to rising tensions on the Korean Peninsula, where Pyongyang has frequently criticised allied military drills as a security threat. North Korea Ballistic Missile […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Section 301 Probes Reveal A Larger Question: Who Appointed The United States As Global Trade Referee?

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

The United States has launched a sweeping investigation under Section 301 of its Trade Act against India and 59 other countries over alleged failures to curb goods produced using forced labour. Washington has once again positioned itself as the arbiter of global trade ethics, using domestic legislation to scrutinize the policies of sovereign nations across […]

International

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. […]

International

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 […]

International

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 […]

International

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 […]