Stalin Expands DMK Alliance Before Polls

By BPN News Desk March 10, 2026

South India State News

  Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has expanded the DMK-led alliance ahead of the 2026 Assembly election, with the coalition now including more parties as the ruling front works to strengthen its electoral position before the state goes to the polls. DMK Alliance Expansion Ahead Of

North India State News

Delhi Metro Expansion To Ease Women’s Travel

By BPN News Desk March 9, 2026

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the expansion of the Delhi Metro network will make daily commuting safer and easier for women, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated two new metro corridors and laid the foundation stone for three more projects in the national capital. Delhi Metro Expansion For Women’s Safety Speaking at the event, […]

East India State News

Mamata Banerjee Holds Kolkata Protest Over SIR

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee staged a protest in Kolkata opposing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, accusing the exercise of being politically motivated. The demonstration drew participation from leaders and workers of the ruling Trinamool Congress as tensions between the state government and the BJP escalated over the voter

South India State News

Vijay Says DMK Never Won Two Terms In Tamil Nadu

By BPN News Desk March 5, 2026

Actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay said there is no historical precedent of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) forming the government twice consecutively in Tamil Nadu. Speaking at a rally in Thanjavur amid rising political activity ahead of the upcoming state elections, Vijay urged voters to consider political change in the state.

South India State News

DMK, Congress In Seat-Sharing Talks For TN Polls

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2026

Seat-sharing negotiations between the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the Indian National Congress have begun ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Leaders from both parties have initiated discussions to determine the number of constituencies each party will contest as part of the ruling alliance in the state. DMK And Congress Begin Seat-Sharing

South India State News

Chandrababu Naidu Announces ₹20 Lakh Ex-Gratia For Blast Victims

By BPN News Desk March 1, 2026

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced an ex-gratia payment of ₹20 lakh to the next of kin of each person killed in a devastating firecracker unit explosion near Kakinada, and ordered the suspension of four district officials in connection with the tragedy. The blast, one of the deadliest in the State’s recent history, […]

South India State News

North Tamil Nadu Likely To See More Heatwave Days

By BPN News Desk March 1, 2026

Northern Tamil Nadu, including areas around Chennai, is likely to experience above-normal heatwave days this summer, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast, indicating a hotter season ahead with more episodes of extreme heat than usual. IMD Forecasts Above-Normal Heatwave Days In North Tamil Nadu The IMD’s extended seasonal outlook for March to May 2026

South India State News

AIADMK Reacts as OPS Joins DMK

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2026

Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam’s decision to join the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam has triggered sharp political reactions, with the AIADMK stating that his exit has “freed” the party from a prolonged period of internal turmoil. The development marks a significant shift in the State’s political landscape ahead of the Assembly elections. O Panneerselvam […]

East India State News

Earthquake Tremors Felt Across Kolkata

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2026

Strong earthquake tremors were felt across Kolkata and adjoining areas of West Bengal on Friday afternoon, prompting residents, office workers and students to evacuate buildings and rush to open spaces as a safety precaution. The seismic activity, originating from a quake in neighbouring Bangladesh, caused noticeable shaking in high-rise structures across the city. Kolkata

South India State News

Bengaluru Flight Delayed 18 Hours, Passengers Protest

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2026

A Bengaluru-bound Nepal Air India Express flight was delayed for more than 18 hours, prompting passengers to express frustration and raise slogans at Kempegowda International Airport. The extended delay led to discomfort and inconvenience for travellers, many of whom cited unclear communication from airline staff. Bengaluru Nepal Air India Express Delay Passengers on the