South India State News

Telangana Pushes AI Across Government Services

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

The Telangana government has said it has initiated steps to integrate artificial intelligence (AI)-led solutions into a wide range of public services and administrative tasks. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy outlined efforts to use AI tools to improve governance efficiency and citizen service delivery. AI in Public Administration Officials explained that AI is being

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Maharashtra Secures Major Investment Commitments at WEF

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

The Maharashtra government signed memorandums of understanding worth ₹14.5 lakh crore on the opening day of the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos. The agreements were announced after the inauguration of the Maharashtra pavilion, led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, as part of the state’s global investment outreach. Sectors Covered by the MoUs The investment […]

South India State News

TN Governor Walks Out, Cites National Anthem Dispute

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2026

Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi walked out of the State Legislative Assembly on Tuesday without delivering his customary inaugural address, sparking a fresh political dispute in the state. The session had just begun when the governor left the House. Dispute Over Anthem and Protocol Ravi said he was disappointed that the national anthem was not […]

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Global Funds See India as Key Investment Destination

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said that international investment funds increasingly view India as a major global destination with significant opportunities. He noted growing confidence among foreign investors in India’s economic outlook and long-term growth potential. Strong Interest Across Sectors Fadnavis said discussions with global funds indicate

South India State News

Kavitha Explores New Political Party in Telangana

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2026

Kalvakuntla Kavitha has held discussions with political strategist Prashant Kishor on the possibility of launching a new political party in Telangana, according to people familiar with the matter. The talks are understood to be exploratory and focused on assessing the current political landscape in the state. Meetings With Strategist Sources said the discussions took place

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Congress Decides to Stay in DMK Alliance

By BPN News Desk January 19, 2026

The Congress leadership has firmly ruled out any move to exit its alliance with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in Tamil Nadu, putting an end to internal speculation over the future of the partnership. The decision was taken after consultations between the party’s central leadership and state unit leaders. High-Level Review in Delhi Senior Congress leaders […]

South India State News

Telangana CM Says Media Should Not Target Ministers

By BPN News Desk January 19, 2026

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has asked media organisations not to drag his cabinet colleagues into media rivalries or publish unverified allegations that could tarnish the image of the state government. He made the remarks at a public event in Khammam, emphasising that news outlets should verify facts before reporting on ministers. Clarifying Position […]

East India State News

PM Modi Launches Major Development Projects in Bengal

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited West Bengal to inaugurate and lay foundation stones for multiple development projects aimed at improving infrastructure and connectivity across the state. Rail and Road Projects Unveiled During his visit, Modi launched several rail and highway projects spanning different districts. These included new rail connectivity initiatives,

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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. […]