South India State News

MK Stalin Urges Centre to Recall Tamil Nadu Governor Amid Anthem Row

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2024

Tensions between the Tamil Nadu government and Governor RN Ravi have escalated after Chief Minister MK Stalin called for the governor’s recall, accusing him of disrespecting Tamil culture. The controversy erupted during an event where the Tamil anthem, Tamil Thaai Vazhthu, was sung, but a line containing the word “Dravida” was skipped. Stalin’s sharp criticism […]

North India State News

Former Delhi Minister Satyendar Jain Granted Bail After 2 Years

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2024

Former Delhi Health Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Satyendar Jain has been granted bail in a money laundering case after spending over two years in jail. Jain was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering investigation, and after a lengthy legal battle, the court has now granted him […]

South India State News

Supreme Court Dismisses Plea Against Isha Yoga Centre

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2024

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a petition filed against Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev’s Isha Foundation, which claimed that two women were being held captive and brainwashed at the Isha Yoga Centre. The court, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, concluded that the women, aged 39 and 42, had voluntarily chosen to reside at the […]

East India State News

Cyclone Alert: Odisha Coast May Face Cyclone Next Week, IMD Issues Warning

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2024

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cyclone alert, warning of potential cyclonic activity in the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea next week. According to the IMD, conditions are favorable for the development of a cyclone in the North Andaman Sea around October 20, with a possibility of intensification as it nears […]

North India State News

Omar Abdullah Returns as First CM of J&K Union Territory

By BPN News Desk October 17, 2024

National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah assumed office as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday, marking a pivotal moment in the Union territory’s political landscape. Abdullah’s return to the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar was met with a grand reception, where he was welcomed by officers, employees, and given a ceremonial guard of […]

National North India State News

Poll Body Defends EVMs Against Hacking Allegations from Congress

By BPN News Desk October 16, 2024

As Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar announced the dates for the Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly elections, he addressed allegations from the Congress regarding the security of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) after the party’s defeat in the Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir elections. The Congress had raised concerns, questioning if EVMs could be hacked in a

North India Politics State News

Omar Abdullah to Take Oath as Jammu and Kashmir CM on Wednesday

By BPN News Desk October 15, 2024

Omar Abdullah, Vice President of the National Conference (NC), is set to take oath as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. This development follows an invitation from Lieutenant Governor (LG) Manoj Sinha, asking him to form and lead the government after the NC-Congress alliance secured victory in the recent […]

National North India Politics State News

President’s Rule Revoked in J&K, Paving Way for New Government

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2024

In a historic development for Jammu and Kashmir, President’s rule has officially been revoked following the first elections in the region since 2014. This comes after the collapse of the PDP-BJP alliance in June 2018 and the subsequent imposition of President’s rule. The elections, held in three phases between September 18 and October 1, mark […]

South India State News

IMD Issues Orange Alert for Chennai: Heavy Rains Expected

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2024

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Chennai and nearby districts, including Kancheepuram, Chengalpet, and Tiruvallur, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall between 6 cm and 20 cm on October 15. A yellow alert is in place for October 14 and 16, with rainfall expected between 6 cm and 12 cm. […]

North India State News

UP Minister Claims Cowshed Cleaning Can Cure Cancer

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2024

In a surprising and controversial statement, Uttar Pradesh Minister Sanjay Singh Gangwar claimed that cleaning and lying in a cowshed can cure cancer, while stroking a cow’s back can reduce high blood pressure. Gangwar made these remarks during the inauguration of the Kanha Gaushala in Nougawa Pakadiya, UP, on Sunday, stirring significant debate. Cow Products […]