South India State News

Bill Gates Backs Andhra Pradesh Tech Vision

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has praised Andhra Pradesh development roadmap centred on emerging technologies during his interaction with state leadership, highlighting collaboration opportunities in health, agriculture and digital governance. Bill Gates Praises Andhra Pradesh Tech Roadmap During discussions with the state government, Gates noted the emphasis on

East India State News

Bengal Announces ₹1500 Monthly Youth Allowance Scheme

By BPN News Desk February 15, 2026

The West Bengal government has introduced a ₹1,500 monthly allowance under the Banglar Yuva Sathi scheme to provide financial support to eligible young people in the state. Banglar Yuva Sathi Scheme Eligibility The programme is targeted at unemployed youth meeting age and educational criteria specified by authorities. Applicants must be residents of the state and […]

South India State News

TVK Leader Vijay Targets Stalin Over ₹5000 Cash Scheme

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2026

Actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay criticised the Tamil Nadu government’s ₹5,000 cash transfer scheme, questioning its intent and linking it to political strategy ahead of elections. TVK Vijay Criticism Of Tamil Nadu Cash Transfer Vijay alleged the payment to women beneficiaries amounted to a politically motivated distribution and urged voters to

South India State News

EPS Criticises ₹5000 Grant Announced By TN Govt

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2026

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami has criticised the Tamil Nadu government’s ₹5,000 financial assistance to women beneficiaries, describing it as a politically timed cash transfer, while the ruling administration defended it as welfare support. Tamil Nadu ₹5000 Grant Political Debate Palaniswami said the direct transfer to women’s bank accounts resembled an election

South India State News

Tamil Nadu Government Credits ₹5000 To Women Beneficiaries

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2026

The Tamil Nadu government has transferred ₹5,000 each to more than 1.31 crore women beneficiaries under a state welfare initiative, with funds directly credited to bank accounts across the state. Stalins Women Cash Transfer Scheme Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin announced the financial assistance as part of a targeted support measure aimed at […]

North India State News

Mohali Schools Evacuated After Bomb Threat Emails

By BPN News Desk February 12, 2026

Several schools in Mohali, Punjab were evacuated after authorities received bomb threat emails, prompting police and bomb disposal teams to launch searches across multiple campuses. Mohali Schools Bomb Threat Emails Officials said the threats were sent electronically to school administrations, leading to immediate precautionary measures. Students and staff were moved to

North India State News

Omar Abdullah Speech Triggers Assembly Disruption

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2026

Proceedings of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly witnessed disruptions after BJP legislators objected to remarks made during Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s address, leading to heated exchanges inside the House. Omar Abdullah Speech Row In Assembly During his speech, Omar Abdullah referred to political developments and governance issues, triggering protests from BJP members

North India State News

Nine Delhi Schools Receive Bomb Threat Emails

By BPN News Desk February 9, 2026

Several schools in Delhi received bomb threat emails, prompting immediate evacuation and large-scale security checks by police and emergency teams across the city. Delhi Schools Bomb Threat Emails Authorities confirmed that nine schools reported threatening messages warning of explosives on campus. Students and staff were evacuated as a precaution, and parents were

North India State News

Amit Shah Says Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Remains Strong

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said tourist interest in Jammu and Kashmir remains strong, noting that visitors from across India continue to travel to the region in large numbers. The statement comes as authorities track tourism trends following recent developments in the Union Territory. Amit Shah On Jammu And Kashmir Tourism Amit Shah said the […]

North India State News

Omar Abdullah Presents Jammu and Kashmir Budget

By BPN News Desk February 7, 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah presented the Union Territory’s budget, outlining a ₹1.27 lakh crore spending plan focused on development, welfare and economic expansion. The proposal emphasises infrastructure growth, employment generation and social sector support. ₹1.27 Lakh Crore Jammu and Kashmir Budget Highlights The budget allocates significant funds