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Maharashtra Acquires Air India Building

By BPN News Desk June 3, 2026

The Maharashtra government has formally acquired Mumbai’s iconic Air India Building at Nariman Point in a ₹1,601-crore deal, marking the completion of a long-pending plan to expand government office space in South Mumbai. Maharashtra Acquires Air India Building For ₹1,601 Crore The agreement for the transfer of the landmark property was completed between the Mumbai […]

South India State News

DK Shivakumar To Take Oath As Karnataka CM

By BPN News Desk June 3, 2026

DK Shivakumar is set to take oath as Karnataka Chief Minister today, marking a major leadership transition in the Congress government after Siddaramaiah stepped down from the post. DK Shivakumar Oath Ceremony In Bengaluru Shivakumar will be sworn in at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru at around 4 pm. The ceremony is expected to remain relatively […]

South India State News

Annamalai Resigns From BJP, Meets Amit Shah

By BPN News Desk June 2, 2026

Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K. Annamalai has submitted his resignation from the party to BJP national president Nitin Nabin in Delhi, marking a major political development in Tamil Nadu. The move comes amid speculation that the former IPS officer may launch a new political platform in the state. Annamalai Quits BJP After Delhi Meeting […]

South India State News

Karnataka HC Remarks On Harsh Punishment

By BPN News Desk June 2, 2026

The Karnataka High Court has made strong oral observations on the need for firm punishment while hearing a bail plea filed by a 23-year-old engineering student accused in a rape case. The court said crimes were being committed casually because offenders were not being dealt with strongly under the law. Karnataka High Court On Criminal […]

North India State News

Saket Building Owner Arrested After Collapse

By BPN News Desk June 2, 2026

Delhi Police has arrested the owner of a multi-storey building that collapsed near Saket in south Delhi, killing six people and injuring several others. The incident took place in Saidulajab, close to Saket Metro station, where the building housed commercial establishments, including offices, cafes and a coaching institute. Saket Building Collapse Case The collapsed

East India State News

Mamata Banerjee Accuses BJP Of Targeting TMC

By BPN News Desk June 2, 2026

Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP-led West Bengal government of using police action to weaken her party, after permission was denied for a TMC protest in Kolkata. Banerjee said the party would continue its political campaign despite the police refusal and challenged authorities to arrest her if they wanted. Mamata Banerjee Targets […]

South India State News

Annamalai Party Rumours Grow After TN BJP Exit

By BPN News Desk June 1, 2026

Speculation has intensified in Tamil Nadu political circles that former state BJP president K Annamalai may launch a new political party after being moved out of the state leadership role. The BJP has downplayed the rumours and indicated that he may be given a national-level responsibility. Annamalai Party Rumours Gain Ground Rumours around Annamalai’s political […]

North India State News

Delhi-NCR Dust Storm Explained

By BPN News Desk May 31, 2026

A strong dust storm swept across Delhi-NCR on Saturday, bringing thunder, lightning and rain after the weather department warned of winds reaching 50 to 70 kmph. Delhi-NCR Dust Storm And Aandhi The dust storm, locally known as aandhi, is a common pre-monsoon weather event in northwest India. It usually occurs during late May when extreme […]

North India State News

Delhi Building Collapse Near Saket Metro

By BPN News Desk May 31, 2026

A multi-storey building collapsed near Saket Metro station in Delhi’s Saidullajab area on Saturday evening, prompting emergency teams to launch a rescue operation amid fears that people may be trapped under the debris. Delhi Building Collapse Near Saket The collapse was reported around 7:45 pm, after which the Delhi Fire Services received a distress call […]

East India State News

Abhishek Banerjee Assaulted In Sonarpur

By BPN News Desk May 31, 2026

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee was allegedly assaulted by a mob in Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas, on Saturday, triggering a sharp political row between the TMC and the BJP in West Bengal. Abhishek Banerjee Assault In Sonarpur Abhishek Banerjee had visited Sonarpur to meet Trinamool Congress workers and families who allegedly faced post-poll violence after […]