South India State News

Telangana CM Pushes for Caste Census by November 30, Challenges Modi’s Policies

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2024

In a bold move, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy called on Congress party members to undertake a comprehensive caste census by November 30, describing it as a “war” against Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s policies. The chief minister emphasized the need to fulfill the promise made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to carry out a […]

North India State News

Delhi’s Air Quality “Very Poor” on Diwali Morning, AQI at 330

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2024

The air quality in Delhi dipped into the “very poor” category on Diwali morning, October 31, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 330 at 9 a.m., and conditions are anticipated to worsen as celebrations continue throughout the evening. A dense layer of smog enveloped the city, affecting visibility and raising health concerns. Anand Vihar, […]

State News West India

Man Arrested in Mumbai for Threatening Salman Khan, Demanding ₹2 Crore Ransom

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2024

Mumbai Police have arrested a man in Bandra for allegedly threatening Bollywood superstar Salman Khan with death and demanding a ransom of ₹2 crore. The arrest followed a report filed by the Mumbai Traffic Police after receiving a message from an unknown sender warning Khan of fatal consequences if the ransom wasn’t paid. The suspect, […]

Northeast India State News

Ayodhya’s Historic Deepotsav: 25 Lakh Diyas Light Up After Ram Temple Consecration

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2024

Ayodhya celebrated its first Deepotsav after the consecration of the Ram temple earlier this year, illuminating the city with over 25 lakh diyas along the River Saryu. The event set a new Guinness World Record for the number of oil lamps lit simultaneously, marking a momentous occasion in the temple town. The eighth annual Deepotsav, […]

South India State News

Kerala Temple Fireworks Mishap Leaves 150 Injured, 10 Critical

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2024

A fireworks accident at a temple in Kerala’s Kasaragod district left over 150 people injured late last night, with 10 of them in critical condition. The incident occurred at Anjootambalam Veererkavu temple during festivities in the north Malabar region. Eyewitnesses described the scene as a “ball of fire” erupting when a firecracker allegedly fell into

South India State News

Tirupati Iskcon Temple Receives Bomb Threat Amidst Hoax Emails

By BPN News Desk October 28, 2024

The Iskcon temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, received a bomb threat via email on October 27, prompting a swift response from security forces. The email claimed that terrorists linked to Pakistan’s ISI would target the temple. In response, security at the temple was heightened, and Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) teams, along with sniffer dogs, conducted […]

South India State News

Vijay Takes Aim at “Dynastic Family,” DMK Dismisses Corruption Allegations

By BPN News Desk October 28, 2024

Tamil actor-turned-politician Vijay, leader of Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), launched a scathing attack on the ruling DMK during his first public rally in Villupuram. Without directly naming the party, Vijay accused a “dynastic family” of looting the state through corruption and underground dealings. The DMK swiftly refuted these claims, asserting that there

East India State News

Cyclone ‘Dana’ to Bring Heavy Rainfall in Jharkhand, NDRF Deployed

By BPN News Desk October 24, 2024

The cyclonic storm ‘Dana’ is expected to bring heavy to very heavy rainfall in parts of Jharkhand starting Thursday night, as per the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). An ‘orange’ alert has been issued for the Kolhan region, which includes West Singhbhum, Seraikela-Kharswan, and East Singhbhum districts, predicting rainfall between 115 mm to 204 mm within

South India State News

Priyanka Gandhi Highlights 35 Years of Campaign Experience at Wayanad Rally

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi, addressing a large crowd in Kalpetta on Wednesday, highlighted her extensive political experience, emphasizing that she began campaigning at the age of 17 for her late father, Rajiv Gandhi. Speaking ahead of the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll nominations, Priyanka shared her journey of over three decades, during which she has […]

State News West India

MVA Clinches Seat-Sharing Deal for Maharashtra Elections

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

After weeks of tense negotiations and internal disputes, the Maharashtra Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition has finalized its seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming assembly elections. According to insiders, the Congress party will contest 105 seats, while the Shiv Sena (UBT) has secured 95 seats, and the Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar faction) will fight for 84