South India State News

Vijay Denies TVK Role in Karur Stampede Probe

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2026

Actor and TVK president Vijay has told the Central Bureau of Investigation that neither he nor his party was responsible for the Karur stampede, according to officials familiar with the questioning. Vijay was examined by the CBI as part of its investigation into the deadly incident. Statement to Investigators During questioning, Vijay stated that he […]

Business

Adani Group Plans ₹1.5 Lakh Crore Investment in Kutch

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2026

The Adani Group has announced plans to invest ₹1.5 lakh crore in Gujarat’s Kutch region over the next five years, signalling a major expansion of its infrastructure and energy footprint in the state. The announcement was made during a regional business conference attended by industry and government representatives. Focus on Energy and Infrastructure The proposed […]

International

Call for India to Act on Violence Against Hindus in Bangladesh

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2026

A senior academic has urged the Indian government to take a firm stand on reports of violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, citing recent killings and attacks on members of the minority community. The appeal was made during a public interaction in Mangaluru, where concerns were raised over the safety and security of religious minorities in […]

International

India and US to Discuss Trade Issues on January 13

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2026

India and the United States are set to continue discussions on bilateral trade issues, with the next scheduled call on January 13, 2026, according to Washington’s newly appointed ambassador to New Delhi. Both countries said they remain engaged in talks despite past setbacks in negotiating a trade agreement. Ongoing Negotiations and Challenges Trade negotiations between

Science Space & Astronomy

ISRO’s PSLV-C62 Mission Encounters In-Flight Anomaly

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2026

ISRO launched its first mission of 2026 with the PSLV-C62 rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on January 12. The mission carried the EOS-N1 Earth observation satellite, also known as Anvesha, developed for strategic applications, along with multiple secondary payloads from Indian startups and international partners. Anomaly During Third Stage The

National

Germany Pushes for Deeper Security Ties With India

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Germany wants to expand security and defence cooperation with India, signalling a push to help New Delhi diversify away from its long-standing reliance on Russia for military equipment and energy supplies. The remarks were made during Merz’s official visit to India, where he held talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. […]

Celebrity News Entertainment

Kamal Haasan Gets Interim Relief From Madras High Court

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2026

The Madras High Court has granted interim relief to actor and Rajya Sabha MP Kamal Haasan in a lawsuit seeking protection of his personality rights. The court restrained individuals and entities from unauthorised commercial use of his name, image, likeness, voice, or other identifiable attributes without his consent. Court’s Interim Order The court observed that […]

South India State News

NHAI Creates Four Guinness Records in Andhra Pradesh

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2026

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has created four Guinness World Records during the construction of a major highway project in Andhra Pradesh, marking a significant achievement in India’s infrastructure sector. Record-Breaking Highway Work The records were achieved on the Bengaluru–Kadapa–Vijayawada Economic Corridor. NHAI successfully completed the longest

International

Masood Azhar Threatens Suicide Attacks in New Audio

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2026

An audio clip purportedly featuring Masood Azhar, the leader of the banned terrorist group Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), has emerged in which he claims that many suicide attackers are ready to strike if given orders. In the recording, Azhar says the number of such operatives is far greater than a thousand and suggests the figure would shock […]

International

Iran Denies Arrest of Indian Nationals During Unrest

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2026

Iran’s Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, has dismissed reports that Indian citizens were arrested amid ongoing anti-government protests in the country, calling them “totally false.” He urged the public to rely on verified and credible sources for information as rumours spread on social media. Diplomatic Clarification and Reassurance The clarification comes at a time