South India State News

Rescue Operations Underway After Telangana Tunnel Collapse

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2025

A tunnel collapse in Telangana has resulted in several workers becoming trapped. The incident occurred during ongoing construction activities, leading to an immediate response from local authorities. Army and NDRF Lead Rescue Efforts In response to the emergency, the Indian Army and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been deployed to the site. Specialized

South India State News

Shashi Tharoor’s Remarks Spark Debate Within Congress

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2025

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has recently made statements that have ignited discussions within the party, particularly concerning his views on Kerala’s development under the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) government. Tharoor’s remarks have been perceived by some party members as a departure from the Congress’s traditional stance,

North India State News

Uttar Pradesh Police File FIRs Against Misleading Social Media Content on Maha Kumbh

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2025

The Uttar Pradesh Police have initiated legal action against several social media accounts accused of disseminating misleading information regarding the ongoing Maha Kumbh festival. This move aims to curb the spread of disinformation that could potentially disrupt public order during the significant religious event. FIRs Lodged Against Misleading Content Multiple First

State News

Mumbai’s Aqua Line Metro Faces Low Ridership Amid Operational Challenges

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2025

Mumbai’s Aqua Line (Metro 3), the city’s inaugural underground metro corridor connecting Aarey Colony to the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), has experienced lower-than-anticipated ridership since its partial launch. Between October 7, 2024, and February 20, 2025, the 12.44 km stretch recorded approximately 2.66 million passengers, averaging fewer than 20,000

Northeast India State News

Protests Erupt in Manipur After Assam Rifles Detain 26 Village Volunteers

By BPN News Desk February 23, 2025

Mass protests erupted across multiple districts in Manipur on Friday, February 21, 2025, following the detention of 26 village volunteers by Assam Rifles. The arrests occurred during a series of joint operations conducted by security forces targeting members of Meitei radical groups in the region. The detained individuals were accused of being part of the […]

North India State News

Delhi CM Directs Implementation of Mahila Samridhi Yojana

By BPN News Desk February 23, 2025

In a decisive step towards fulfilling a key election promise, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has directed officials to prepare guidelines for the Mahila Samridhi Yojana, a welfare scheme aimed at providing financial assistance to women from economically weaker sections. Under this initiative, eligible beneficiaries will receive ₹2,500 per month to support their

South India State News

Bus Services Between Karnataka and Maharashtra Suspended After MSRTC Bus Attack Near Belagavi

By BPN News Desk February 22, 2025

Interstate bus services between Karnataka and Maharashtra have been suspended following an attack on a Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) bus near Belagavi. The decision to halt transportation was taken as a precautionary measure amid rising tensions between the two states. Attack on MSRTC Bus Sparks Tensions An MSRTC bus was targeted near Belagavi, […]

South India State News

Kamal Haasan Warns Against Imposing Languages on Tamilians

By BPN News Desk February 22, 2025

Actor and politician Kamal Haasan recently highlighted the deep-rooted linguistic pride among Tamilians, cautioning against any attempts to undermine their language preferences. Addressing party members in Chennai on the 8th foundation day of Makkal Needhi Maiyam (MNM), Haasan underscored Tamil Nadu’s historical resistance to language imposition. Historical Context

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Rajasthan Assembly Uproar: Congress MLAs Protest ‘Dadi’ Remark

By BPN News Desk February 22, 2025

The Rajasthan Assembly witnessed significant turmoil after a BJP minister referred to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi as “aapki dadi” (your grandmother) during a session. This comment was directed at Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition, leading to immediate protests from Congress members who found the remark disrespectful. Suspension of Congress MLAs

South India State News

Telangana Tunnel Collapse Traps Multiple Workers

By BPN News Desk February 22, 2025

In a tragic incident on Saturday, a section of the roof within the under-construction Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel in Telangana’s Nagarkurnool district collapsed, resulting in several workers being trapped. Preliminary reports indicate that between six to eight workers are feared to be beneath the debris. The collapse occurred approximately 12 to 13