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Mahayuti Gets 68 Unopposed Wins in Civic Polls

By BPN News Desk January 3, 2026

The ruling Mahayuti alliance has gained an early advantage in the Maharashtra civic elections, with 68 of its candidates being elected unopposed across several municipal corporations and councils in the state. These candidates were declared elected after either no rival nominations were filed or opposing candidates withdrew their papers before the final deadline. BJP

North India State News

Indore Water Contamination Leaves Hundreds Hospitalised

By BPN News Desk January 3, 2026

Indore is grappling with a serious public health emergency after contamination of the municipal water supply caused widespread illness in several parts of the city, including the Bhagirathpura area. Residents reported symptoms such as diarrhoea, vomiting, and dehydration after consuming tap water, prompting an immediate response from health authorities. Officials confirmed

South India State News

Chennai Police Detain Over 1,000 Teachers in Equal Pay Protest

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

Police in Chennai detained more than 1,000 secondary-grade teachers during a protest outside the Chief Education Officer’s office as educators continued demanding equal pay for equal work. The detentions occurred as teachers, many of whom carried banners and chanted slogans, blocked traffic and pressed their long-standing grievances with the state government. Protest over

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TN Announces Pongal Bonus for Employees and Pensioners

By BPN News Desk January 1, 2026

The Tamil Nadu government has announced a special Pongal bonus for state employees, teachers, pensioners and family pensioners ahead of the harvest festival. Chief Minister M K Stalin approved an allocation of ₹183.86 crore to fund the bonus payments for the 2024-25 financial year. The package aims to support lower grade staff and retired personnel […]

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Shivakumar Clarifies Controversial Kerala Remarks

By BPN News Desk December 31, 2025

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has clarified his earlier remarks that were widely criticised as insensitive toward people from Kerala. The controversy emerged amid a political row over a demolition and eviction drive in Bengaluru, which drew sharp reactions from Kerala’s political leaders. Clarification on His Comments Shivakumar said his comment was aimed

North India State News

Train Collision in Chamoli Tunnel Injures 65

By BPN News Desk December 31, 2025

At least 65 workers were injured after two locomotive trains collided inside an under-construction hydropower tunnel in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district on December 31. The accident occurred during operations linked to a hydropower project when one locomotive reportedly rammed into another inside the narrow tunnel, triggering panic among workers present at the site. Rescue

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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

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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 […]