Bengaluru Silk Board Flyover Creates History

By BPN News Desk May 3, 2026

South India State News

Bengaluru’s long-criticised Silk Board traffic junction has entered a new phase with the opening of South India’s first double-decker flyover, combining road movement and metro infrastructure on the same corridor. Bengaluru Silk Board Traffic Jam Silk Board Junction has long been known as one

South India State News

India’s First Ethanol-To-Jet Fuel Plant Launched

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

India’s first ethanol-to-jet fuel plant has been launched in Andhra Pradesh, marking a major step in the country’s push for sustainable aviation fuel and cleaner transport energy. The project is expected to support India’s long-term aviation decarbonisation goals. Ethanol-To-Jet Fuel Plant In Andhra Pradesh The plant will be developed near Visakhapatnam as part of NTPC

East India State News

Mamata Banerjee Rejects Bengal Exit Polls

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has dismissed exit poll projections for the Assembly election, calling them a “market manipulation attempt” and claiming that the Trinamool Congress will return to power with more than 200 seats. Mamata Banerjee Rejects Exit Polls Banerjee rejected the credibility of exit polls and said they did not reflect the […]

South India State News

TVK May Spring Surprise In Tamil Nadu Polls

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

Actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has emerged as one of the most closely watched parties after exit polls indicated a possible surge for the new entrant in the Tamil Nadu Assembly election. While several established parties have rejected exit poll projections, some leaders have admitted that TVK could become a significant force. TVK Surge In […]

North India State News

Jabalpur Boat Tragedy Raises Safety Questions

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

A boat tragedy at Bargi Dam in Madhya Pradesh has raised serious questions over safety rules after survivors alleged that the vessel sailed despite a weather alert and passengers were not made to wear life jackets before boarding. Bargi Dam Boat Tragedy In Jabalpur The Narmada Queen, a 90-passenger vessel operated by the Madhya Pradesh […]

North India State News

Noida Airport To Open From June 15

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

Noida International Airport in Jewar is expected to begin commercial operations from June 15, with IndiGo set to operate the first passenger flight. The airport is being developed as a major aviation hub for the National Capital Region and is expected to reduce pressure on Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport. Noida International Airport Operations The […]

South India State News

Palaniswami Rejects Tamil Nadu Exit Polls

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami has rejected exit poll projections for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election, claiming that the AIADMK-led alliance will secure a strong victory when votes are counted. His remarks came after several exit polls predicted an advantage for the DMK-led alliance. Palaniswami Rejects Exit Poll Predictions Palaniswami dismissed the

State News West India

Mumbai Family Deaths Linked To Suspected Poisoning

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

Four members of a Mumbai family who died hours after eating watermelon may not have died due to routine food poisoning, with early forensic findings now pointing towards possible poisoning. Officials are awaiting final chemical analysis before reaching a confirmed conclusion. Mumbai Family Deaths Under Investigation The case involves 45-year-old Abdullah Dokadia, his wife

North India State News

Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat To Start From May 2

By BPN News Desk April 30, 2026

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off the extended Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express from Jammu Tawi, marking the first direct Vande Bharat service between the two capitals of Jammu and Kashmir. Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express Flagged Off The 20-coach Vande Bharat Express was flagged off on April 30 and will begin regular passenger services from May […]

State News West India

Maharashtra Mandates Marathi For Drivers

By BPN News Desk April 29, 2026

Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik has said drivers of commercial passenger vehicles in the state must have working knowledge of Marathi, while indicating that unions’ demand for more time to comply is being considered. The move comes amid appeals to defer the proposed May 1 implementation for autorickshaw and taxi drivers. Maharashtra Marathi Rule For […]