Shinde Raises Fund Allocation Concerns with Amit Shah

By BPN News Desk April 14, 2025

State News West India

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde recently met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Pune to raise serious concerns regarding delays in the allocation of funds to projects overseen by Shiv Sena ministers and MLAs. Shinde pointed out that files related to these development works had

East India State News

Murshidabad Tensions Ease After 200 Arrested Over Waqf Protests

By BPN News Desk April 14, 2025

In the aftermath of violent protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district, authorities have arrested more than 200 individuals. The clashes, which erupted on April 11, claimed three lives and left several areas scorched and vandalized. The unrest triggered a swift response from law enforcement agencies, including the Border Security Force

South India State News

BJP begins talks with PMK, DMDK for Tamil Nadu alliance

By BPN News Desk April 14, 2025

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has initiated political discussions with the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) and the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) as it seeks to rebuild and strengthen the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Tamil Nadu in preparation for the 2026 assembly elections. Newly appointed state BJP president Nainar Nagendran confirmed that the party’s

South India State News

Actor Vijay Challenges Waqf Act in Supreme Court

By BPN News Desk April 14, 2025

Tamil actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay has approached the Supreme Court with a petition challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2023. His move adds a new dimension to the growing national debate around the controversial legislation, which was recently passed by Parliament and has since drawn sharp criticism. Vijay’s […]

North India State News

Over 350 Flights Delayed at Delhi Airport Amid Severe Congestion

By BPN News Desk April 13, 2025

On April 12, 2025, Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) witnessed massive flight disruptions as over 350 flights were delayed due to unprecedented air traffic congestion. Departing flights experienced average delays exceeding 40 minutes, leaving terminals overcrowded and passengers visibly distressed. Many took to social media to voice their frustration,

South India State News

Nainar Nagendran Appointed as Tamil Nadu BJP President

By BPN News Desk April 12, 2025

Nainar Nagendran, a veteran political figure and three-time MLA from Tirunelveli, has officially taken over as the new president of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s Tamil Nadu unit. His unopposed nomination was proposed by the outgoing state chief K Annamalai and backed by key party leaders, highlighting a smooth and unified transition of leadership. Nagendran, who […]

East India State News

Murshidabad Erupts Over Waqf Act; 3 Dead, 118 Arrested

By BPN News Desk April 12, 2025

Murshidabad district in West Bengal witnessed severe unrest following protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. The demonstrations escalated into violence, resulting in the deaths of three individuals, including a father and son who were reportedly hacked to death by a mob in the Jafrabad area. Additionally, a person injured by gunfire in Samserganj succumbed […]

State News West India

Maharashtra Cyber Cell Seeks Ban on Wikipedia, Proton Mail

By BPN News Desk April 12, 2025

The Maharashtra Cyber Cell has urged the central government to block access to Wikipedia in India, citing repeated non-compliance with legal notices regarding objectionable and defamatory content. The request was made to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology after Wikipedia failed to act on multiple communications from law enforcement agencies. An FIR was

North India State News

Army JCO Killed in Ceasefire Violation by Pakistan Along LoC in Jammu

By BPN News Desk April 12, 2025

An Indian Army Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) was martyred during an intense encounter with terrorists attempting to infiltrate across the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Akhnoor sector late Friday night. The incident, which occurred in the Keri Bhattal area, marks yet another ceasefire violation by Pakistan. Troops patrolling the forested zone near […]

State News West India

Maharashtra Collaborates with Russia’s Rosatom to Develop Thorium-Based Small Modular Reactors

By BPN News Desk April 12, 2025

In a strategic move towards sustainable energy development, Maharashtra has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Russia’s state-owned nuclear energy corporation, Rosatom. This collaboration focuses on the joint development of thorium-based Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), marking a pioneering step in India’s nuclear energy sector.​ Key Objectives