South India State News

Karnataka’s Externment Orders Ignite Political Row

By BPN News Desk June 4, 2025

The Karnataka government has moved to extern 36 individuals from Dakshina Kannada district over their alleged involvement in communal disturbances, triggering a fierce political battle between the ruling Congress and the opposition BJP. The decision, taken under provisions of the Karnataka Police Act, aims to prevent further disruption of public peace in the region. Among

Northeast India State News

34 Evacuated from Landslide-Hit Chaten in North Sikkim

By BPN News Desk June 4, 2025

A major rescue operation was carried out in North Sikkim after landslides triggered by relentless rainfall and a cloudburst cut off access to several regions. A total of 34 individuals, including 27 stranded tourists and seven family members of army personnel, were airlifted from Chaten to Pakyong Greenfield Airport on June 3, 2025. The evacuation […]

East India State News

Supreme Court Directs Assam Deportation Plea to Gauhati HC

By BPN News Desk June 3, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has declined to consider a petition challenging the Assam government’s ongoing deportation drive against suspected illegal immigrants, directing the petitioner to instead approach the Gauhati High Court. This move effectively passes the responsibility of adjudicating the issue to the state judiciary, emphasizing the procedural protocol of

State News West India

Maharashtra Farmers Advised to Delay Sowing Amid Heat and Monsoon Delay

By BPN News Desk June 2, 2025

As the state of Maharashtra reels under scorching heat, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a fresh advisory asking farmers to postpone the sowing of kharif crops. The department has made it clear that monsoon rains are unlikely to begin before June 10, pushing back the usual agricultural schedule in several districts. Maharashtra Monsoon […]

South India State News

Kerala Records 440% Excess Rainfall Since Early Monsoon Onset

By BPN News Desk June 1, 2025

Kerala has recorded an extraordinary 440% excess rainfall since the southwest monsoon hit the state eight days ahead of schedule on May 24, marking the earliest monsoon onset in 16 years. The unprecedented downpour has led to widespread disruption, red alerts, and significant impacts on both daily life and infrastructure. Monsoon Arrives Eight Days Early […]

State News West India

Centre Permits Maharashtra CM’s Relief Fund to Accept Foreign Donations

By BPN News Desk June 1, 2025

In a significant policy development, the Central Government has granted approval for the Maharashtra Chief Minister’s Relief Fund to receive foreign contributions under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA). This authorization enables the state to accept donations from international sources, bolstering its capacity to respond to emergencies and support welfare

South India State News

Ramadoss Regrets Making Son Union Minister at 35

By BPN News Desk May 30, 2025

In a rare moment of introspection, Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) founder Dr. S. Ramadoss publicly admitted that appointing his son Anbumani Ramadoss as Union Health Minister at the age of 35 was a mistake. His remarks, made during an internal party meeting, reflect mounting dissatisfaction within the party over recent political decisions, particularly Anbumani’s

North India State News

Delhi HC Directs Policy for Stray Dog Rehabilitation

By BPN News Desk May 29, 2025

In a significant move addressing the rising concern over stray dog populations in the capital, the Delhi High Court has directed the state government to frame a comprehensive policy aimed at the phased removal and rehabilitation of stray dogs from public streets. The initiative seeks to ensure both public safety and proper care for the […]

South India State News

Kavitha Alleges BRS-BJP Merger Plot Amid Party Crisis

By BPN News Desk May 29, 2025

In a dramatic turn of events within the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), party MLC K Kavitha has made explosive claims of a covert attempt to merge the party with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) during her incarceration. The allegations, laced with criticism aimed at internal party dynamics, have triggered a wave of political speculation and […]

South India State News

Kamal Haasan Set for Rajya Sabha Entry via DMK Support

By BPN News Desk May 28, 2025

In a key political development, Tamil Nadu’s ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has allocated one Rajya Sabha seat to Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM), effectively clearing the path for Kamal Haasan’s entry into the Upper House of Parliament. This decision comes ahead of the June 19 Rajya Sabha elections and marks the actor-politician’s most direct step […]