North India State News

Delhi Records Very Poor Air Quality Amid Cold Spell

By BPN News Desk January 16, 2026

Delhi continued to grapple with very poor air quality on January 16, 2026, with the Air Quality Index remaining in the very poor category across several monitoring stations. High concentrations of PM2.5 and PM10 pollutants were recorded, making the air unhealthy, particularly for vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly and those with respiratory conditions. […]

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Ayodhya Bans Non-Veg Food Delivery Near Ram Temple

By BPN News Desk January 11, 2026

The Ayodhya administration has imposed a ban on the delivery of non-vegetarian food within a 15-kilometre radius of the Ram temple, citing the need to maintain the religious sanctity of the area. The restriction applies to restaurants, hotels, homestays and online food delivery platforms operating in the designated zone. Officials said the decision was taken […]

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Small Aircraft Crash-Lands Near Rourkela Airstrip

By BPN News Desk January 11, 2026

A small aircraft made an emergency landing near the Rourkela airstrip in Odisha on Saturday, leaving six people injured. The incident occurred when the aircraft, operating a short domestic flight, reportedly developed a technical problem shortly before landing. The aircraft came down in an open area a few kilometres away from the runway. All six […]

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Earthquake in Tajikistan Felt in Kashmir

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

A moderate earthquake measuring 5.3 in magnitude struck Tajikistan early on Friday, with tremors felt in parts of Kashmir and surrounding regions. The seismic event occurred in the early hours of the morning, and residents reported feeling shaking in several areas of the valley. Details of the Quake The earthquake was recorded at a depth […]

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Greater Noida Residents Fall Ill Over Water Concerns

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2026

Several residents of Delta 1 sector in Greater Noida have reported falling ill over the past few days, with complaints ranging from diarrhoea and vomiting to stomach pain and weakness. Locals said the symptoms appeared after consuming drinking water supplied to the area. Many residents alleged that the water had an unusual colour and smell, […]

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Delhi Ministers Orders Tougher Water Pipeline Checks

By BPN News Desk January 7, 2026

The Delhi government has directed the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) to step up inspections and monitoring of the city’s water supply pipelines to prevent contamination and protect public health. The move aims to strengthen water safety across the national capital. New Inspection Measures Delhi’s Water Minister Parvesh Verma instructed the DJB to intensify regular inspections […]

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2.89 Crore Voter Names Removed from UP Draft Rolls

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

The Election Commission has released the draft electoral roll for Uttar Pradesh following a Special Intensive Revision exercise, with around 2.89 crore voter names removed from the list. The update reflects one of the largest roll revisions undertaken in the state in recent years and aims to improve the accuracy of the voter database ahead […]

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Indore Water Crisis: 20 New Diarrhoea Cases Found

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

Health authorities in Indore have detected 20 new diarrhoea cases during ongoing door to door screening in areas affected by water contamination. The cases were identified as part of a large scale public health exercise aimed at tracing infections linked to polluted drinking water. Officials said thousands of residents have already been screened as surveillance […]

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Dozens Charged for Violating VPN Ban in Jammu and Kashmir

By BPN News Desk January 4, 2026

Police in Jammu and Kashmir have booked dozens of individuals for allegedly violating a ban on the use of virtual private networks, or VPNs, imposed by local administrations in parts of the Union Territory. The action follows intensified enforcement of prohibitory orders issued by district authorities citing security concerns. FIRs Filed and Action Taken According […]

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Indore Water Contamination Leaves Hundreds Hospitalised

By BPN News Desk January 3, 2026

Indore is grappling with a serious public health emergency after contamination of the municipal water supply caused widespread illness in several parts of the city, including the Bhagirathpura area. Residents reported symptoms such as diarrhoea, vomiting, and dehydration after consuming tap water, prompting an immediate response from health authorities. Officials confirmed