Cyclone Ditwah Drenches Chennai, Schools, Colleges Shut

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2025

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Chennai and its suburbs woke up to the wettest morning of the season on Monday as heavy rain triggered by Cyclone Ditwah swept across the region. The downpour disrupted traffic, flooded several neighbourhoods and prompted authorities to declare a holiday for all schools and colleges in Chennai,

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11 Dead, Over 50 Injured in Tamil Nadu Bus Collision

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

At least 11 people were killed and more than 50 injured after two government buses collided head-on near Vivekananda Polytechnic College in Tirupattur, Sivaganga district, on Sunday evening. The accident occurred around 5 PM when one bus was heading from Kangeyam to Karaikudi and the other was travelling from Karaikudi to Dindigul. Victims Shifted to […]

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Mumbai Activates GRAP-4 as Air Quality Turns Severe

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

Mumbai has enforced the highest level of pollution-control measures under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-4) after air quality in several parts of the city deteriorated to the “severe” category. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said the restrictions were implemented after multiple monitoring stations recorded alarming spikes in PM2.5 and PM10 levels.

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Telangana Aims for Global-Level Competitiveness: CM Revanth Reddy

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has said the state’s development goals are no longer limited to competing with other Indian states but are aimed at matching global standards. Speaking at a review meeting, he said Telangana must position itself as a state capable of competing with advanced nations in innovation, governance and economic growth. […]

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Cyclone Ditwah Weakens Into Deep Depression

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

Cyclone Ditwah has weakened into a deep depression over the southwest Bay of Bengal, but heavy rainfall continues across several districts in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The India Meteorological Department said the system is moving northwards at nearly 10 km/h and is expected to weaken further during the day. Heavy Rain Alerts Issued Across Districts […]

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Shivakumar Denies Rift, Says ‘No Difference’ With CM

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2025

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar has rejected speculation of a political tussle with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, saying he “knows his limits” and that there is no difference between the two leaders. His remarks came after a private breakfast meeting aimed at easing ongoing political rumours. Leaders Present Joint Stand Amid Speculation Shivakumar said […]

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Karnataka Congress Leadership Crisis Deepens

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2025

Tensions inside the Karnataka Congress grew sharper on Saturday as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar met over breakfast in Bengaluru. The meeting was held after the party high command asked both leaders to settle differences amid speculation over a possible leadership shift. High Command Steps In In Delhi, Rahul Gandhi […]

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Karnataka Leaders Hold Breakfast Meet Amid Tussle

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar met for a breakfast discussion in Bengaluru following direction from the Congress high command. The meeting was held to ease tension within the state unit amid ongoing speculation over leadership and power-sharing arrangements. Leaders Reiterate Unity In Public After the meeting, both leaders

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Karnataka Congress Crisis Deepens Ahead Of Key Meet

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has invited Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar for a breakfast meeting in Bengaluru following instructions from the Congress high command. The move comes amid rising tensions between the two leaders over an alleged power-sharing agreement linked to the 2023 assembly victory. High Command Steps In To Contain Rift Congress general secretary K.C.

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TN Minister Under Fire Over Dance Video

By BPN News Desk November 28, 2025

A video from Udhayanidhi Stalin’s birthday celebration has triggered political controversy after Tamil Nadu minister S Periyakaruppan was seen seated in the front row watching a dance performance. The clip shows women performing in revealing outfits while the minister appears to applaud and gesture during the event. The video has since gone viral, prompting public […]