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BJP, Shiv Sena Finalise Seat Share for BMC Polls

By BPN News Desk December 30, 2025

The Bharatiya Janata Party and the Shiv Sena have finalised their seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections, marking a key step in preparations for one of India’s most politically significant civic polls. Under the arrangement, the BJP will contest 137 seats, while the Shiv Sena will field candidates in 90 seats of […]

North India State News

Delhi Fog Disrupts Flights and Train Services

By BPN News Desk December 30, 2025

Dense fog enveloped Delhi and surrounding regions early on Tuesday, sharply reducing visibility and causing widespread disruption to air and rail services. The weather conditions affected normal movement across the national capital, with visibility dropping to very low levels during the early morning hours. Flight Operations Hit At Indira Gandhi International Airport,

South India State News

Bengaluru Govt to House Evicted Kogilu Families

By BPN News Desk December 30, 2025

The Karnataka government has said that families evicted from the Kogilu Layout area in north Bengaluru will be provided permanent housing after controversy over a recent demolition drive. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that eligible residents affected by the removal of unauthorised structures will get flats under a state housing scheme. Eviction and Housing Plan The

North India State News

Delhi AQI Turns Severe As Dense Fog Hits Travel

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

Delhi’s air quality slipped into the “severe” category as the Air Quality Index crossed the 400 mark in several parts of the city. Monitoring stations reported hazardous pollution levels, with poor dispersion conditions and winter weather contributing to the sharp deterioration. Authorities said the combination of low wind speed, high moisture and emissions led to […]

South India State News

Andhra Pradesh Offers ₹100 crore for Nobel Win

By BPN News Desk December 28, 2025

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has announced a ₹100-crore reward for anyone from the state who wins a Nobel Prize in quantum science or quantum computing. The announcement was made as part of a broader push to develop quantum technology and research ecosystems in the state. The incentive is meant to encourage young […]

East India State News

Assam Draft Electoral Rolls Drop 10.56 Lakh Names

By BPN News Desk December 28, 2025

The Election Commission of India has released the draft electoral rolls for Assam following a Special Summary Revision exercise, leading to the deletion of 10.56 lakh names from the voter list. The revision was carried out as part of preparations for the upcoming Assembly elections and aimed at cleaning and updating the state’s electoral database. […]

South India State News

Savukku Shankar Gets Interim Bail, HC Flags Arrests

By BPN News Desk December 28, 2025

The Madras High Court has granted interim bail to YouTuber and journalist Savukku Shankar, questioning the pattern of his repeated arrests by the police. The court ordered his release on interim bail on medical grounds, taking note of submissions that he suffers from multiple health conditions requiring treatment. The interim bail is valid for a […]

South India State News

Bengaluru Demolition Drive Triggers Political Row

By BPN News Desk December 28, 2025

Bengaluru witnessed a major demolition drive in its northern outskirts that left hundreds of families homeless and triggered a political controversy. Authorities carried out the operation in areas including Fakir Colony and Wasim Layout near Yelahanka, where over 200 structures were demolished. Most residents affected by the drive belonged to Muslim families who had been

North India State News

Doctors at IGMC Shimla Begin Indefinite Strike

By BPN News Desk December 27, 2025

Resident doctors at Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital (IGMC) in Shimla have gone on an indefinite strike following the termination of a senior resident doctor after a recent brawl inside the hospital premises. The strike began after the state government dismissed the doctor in connection with an altercation involving a patient, an incident that […]

South India State News

PMK Founder Warns Son Against Using Party Identity

By BPN News Desk December 27, 2025

PMK founder S. Ramadoss has issued a public notice warning his son, Anbumani Ramadoss, against using the party’s name, flag, or symbol amid an escalating leadership dispute within the Pattali Makkal Katchi. The notice states that Anbumani does not have the legal authority to represent the party or act in its name and cautions that […]