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Mumbai: Shiv Sena’s 30-Year BMC Rule Ends

By BPN News Desk January 16, 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) election results for 2026 show a major political shift as Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT) lost control of the civic body it led for nearly three decades. The BJP–Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde) alliance secured a clear majority, ending the long dominance of Shiv Sena (UBT) in the richest municipal corporation […]

North India State News

Delhi Records Very Poor Air Quality Amid Cold Spell

By BPN News Desk January 16, 2026

Delhi continued to grapple with very poor air quality on January 16, 2026, with the Air Quality Index remaining in the very poor category across several monitoring stations. High concentrations of PM2.5 and PM10 pollutants were recorded, making the air unhealthy, particularly for vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly and those with respiratory conditions. […]

State News West India

Maharashtra Civic Polls: BMC Results Counting Begins

By BPN News Desk January 16, 2026

Counting of votes for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) election 2026 began on Friday morning after polling was completed across Maharashtra’s 29 civic bodies, including Mumbai, Pune, Thane and Nagpur. Officials said the process is being carried out in designated centres under tight security. Turnout And Process Early figures indicate about 46–50% voter turnout

State News West India

Fadnavis Alleges Pro-Pak Slogans At Thackeray-Linked Events

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis accused rivals linked to Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray of allowing “pro-Pakistan slogans” to be raised at some campaign events ahead of the upcoming civic body elections. He said such slogans are inappropriate in a civic poll focused on local governance and development. Political Context The accusation came as […]

South India State News

Flights Disrupted at Chennai Airport Due to Smoke

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

Several flights faced delays and diversion issues at Chennai Airport after dense smoke from Bhogi festival fires reduced visibility on Tuesday morning. Officials said the smoke affected runway visibility, causing temporary disruption in flight operations. Smoke Impact on Visibility Local authorities reported that burning of agricultural residue and festival waste in and

South India State News

DMK MP’s Remarks on Women Trigger Political Row

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran has sparked a political controversy after making remarks comparing women’s roles in northern India and Tamil Nadu during a public event in Chennai. He praised Tamil Nadu’s emphasis on girls’ education and contrasted it with societal norms in some other states. What He Said Addressing students at a college function, Maran […]

South India State News

DMK Rejects Congress Power-Sharing Demand in Tamil Nadu

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2026

The DMK has rejected the Congress party’s proposal for sharing power in the Tamil Nadu government, with Chief Minister M.K. Stalin making it clear that there will be no coalition administration in the state. Senior DMK leaders said the party is firm on retaining full control of governance. CM Firm on Stand Responding to Congress […]

South India State News

Vijay Denies TVK Role in Karur Stampede Probe

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2026

Actor and TVK president Vijay has told the Central Bureau of Investigation that neither he nor his party was responsible for the Karur stampede, according to officials familiar with the questioning. Vijay was examined by the CBI as part of its investigation into the deadly incident. Statement to Investigators During questioning, Vijay stated that he […]

South India State News

NHAI Creates Four Guinness Records in Andhra Pradesh

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2026

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has created four Guinness World Records during the construction of a major highway project in Andhra Pradesh, marking a significant achievement in India’s infrastructure sector. Record-Breaking Highway Work The records were achieved on the Bengaluru–Kadapa–Vijayawada Economic Corridor. NHAI successfully completed the longest

North India State News

Ayodhya Bans Non-Veg Food Delivery Near Ram Temple

By BPN News Desk January 11, 2026

The Ayodhya administration has imposed a ban on the delivery of non-vegetarian food within a 15-kilometre radius of the Ram temple, citing the need to maintain the religious sanctity of the area. The restriction applies to restaurants, hotels, homestays and online food delivery platforms operating in the designated zone. Officials said the decision was taken […]