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Maharashtra CM Race: BJP MLAs Convene at Vidhan Bhawan

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2024

BJP MLAs convened at Vidhan Bhawan in Mumbai on Monday, intensifying discussions around the selection of Maharashtra’s Chief Minister. The meeting, held amid high political activity, comes as the BJP-led alliance faces mounting pressure to finalize the state’s leadership structure. Leadership Speculations: Shinde or Fadnavis? The speculation centers on whether Eknath

North India State News

Farmers Break Barricades, Launch March to Delhi

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2024

Farmers protesting against unmet demands for fair crop prices and debt relief breached police barricades on Monday as they began their march towards Delhi. The protest, which had been building momentum in the surrounding areas, escalated as the farmers pushed through security measures and proceeded towards the capital city. Key Demands Fueling the Protest The […]

East India State News

Mamata Banerjee Calls for UN Peacekeeping Intervention in Bangladesh

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2024

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has urged the United Nations to deploy peacekeeping forces in Bangladesh to address the escalating unrest in the country. Banerjee also called upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take swift diplomatic action, highlighting the need for India to play a proactive role in stabilizing the neighboring nation. Urgency to […]

North India State News

Supreme Court Refuses GRAP IV Relaxation Amid Delhi’s Air Crisis

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2024

The Supreme Court of India has refused to grant any relaxation under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) IV for Delhi, citing the city’s persistent air pollution issues. The bench emphasized the need for a consistent downward trend in the Air Quality Index (AQI) before any reconsideration of restrictions. SC’s Firm Stance on Delhi’s Air […]

North India State News

Farmers Protest Sparks Traffic Alert in Delhi-Noida

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2024

A farmers’ protest march from Noida to Delhi is set to take place today, leading to the issuance of traffic advisories and diversions to manage potential disruptions. Routes to Avoid Authorities have advised commuters to avoid major routes connecting Noida and Delhi, including the DND Flyway and Kalindi Kunj, where heavy traffic congestion is expected. […]

North India State News

Kejriwal Dismisses AAP-Congress Alliance for Delhi Elections

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2024

Arvind Kejriwal, Chief Minister of Delhi and AAP leader, has categorically ruled out any alliance with the Congress for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. Addressing party workers and supporters on Friday, Kejriwal emphasized AAP’s commitment to contesting the polls independently, asserting confidence in the party’s ability to secure a majority on its own. “There

South India State News

Cyclone Fengal Hits Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2024

Cyclone Fengal made landfall today along the Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts, bringing winds of up to 90 kmph and heavy rainfall. The severe weather has led to widespread disruptions, including the closure of schools and cancellation of flights. Weather Impact and Precautions The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for the affected […]

State News

Fatal Car Crash in India Sparks Debate Over Google Maps’ Role

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2024

A fatal car crash in Uttar Pradesh, India, has raised critical questions about navigation apps’ responsibilities in guiding users. Three men lost their lives on Sunday when their vehicle plunged off an unfinished bridge into a riverbed. Authorities suspect Google Maps directed the group, unfamiliar with the area, to the dangerous route. Lack of Warning […]

South India State News

BJP Proposes Eknath Shinde as Deputy CM of Maharashtra

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has suggested Eknath Shinde for the position of Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister, emphasizing the need to project a message of unity within the ruling alliance. Strategic Move for Alliance Cohesion Party insiders highlighted that nominating Shinde would underscore the spirit of cooperation and solidarity among the coalition

South India State News

Congress Blamed for Overconfidence Post-Lok Sabha Polls

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2024

A leader from the Shiv Sena (UBT) has accused the Congress of becoming overconfident after its performance in the Lok Sabha elections, attributing this attitude to missed political opportunities in recent times. Missed Political Opportunities The Sena (UBT) leader highlighted that Congress’s confidence in its electoral gains had led to complacency, causing the party