South India State News

Tamil Nadu Rejects NEP’s Three-Language Policy, Opposes Hindi Imposition

By BPN News Desk March 11, 2025

Tamil Nadu’s leadership has strongly opposed the central government’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, particularly its three-language formula, which is perceived as an attempt to impose Hindi on the state. Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin reaffirmed Tamil Nadu’s stance, stating that the state will never accept the three-language policy and will

East India State News

Violence Erupts in Manipur as ‘Free Movement’ Initiative Begins

By BPN News Desk March 10, 2025

In a significant development, Manipur witnessed renewed violence on the inaugural day of the ‘Free Movement’ initiative, aimed at restoring normalcy in the state. The initiative, directed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, sought to ensure unrestricted movement across all routes in the region starting March 8, 2025. Tensions escalated when a public bus en […]

North India State News

Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Erupts Over Land Allocation to Former Sri Lankan Cricketer

By BPN News Desk March 10, 2025

In a recent session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, a heated debate ensued over the reported allocation of 25.75 acres of land in Kathua district to former Sri Lankan cricketer Muttiah Muralitharan. The land has been earmarked for establishing a ₹1,600 crore bottling and aluminum can-manufacturing plant by Ceylon Beverages, a company promoted […]

North India State News

CPCB Reports Maha Kumbh Water Quality Below Bathing Standards

By BPN News Desk March 8, 2025

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has raised concerns regarding the water quality at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, stating that it does not meet primary standards for bathing due to elevated levels of faecal coliform bacteria. Elevated Faecal Coliform Levels Detected Faecal coliform bacteria are indicators of sewage contamination in water bodies, […]

State News West India

Maharashtra Invites Tesla to Establish Manufacturing Plant

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2025

The Maharashtra government has extended an invitation to Tesla, the American electric vehicle (EV) giant, to establish a manufacturing facility within the state. This initiative aligns with Maharashtra’s commitment to promoting sustainable transportation and positioning itself as a leader in the EV sector. Maharashtra’s Commitment to Electric Mobility

State News West India

Gujarat Secures ₹15,000 Crore in Semiconductor Investments

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2025

The inaugural day of the Gujarat SemiConnect Conference marked a significant milestone for the state’s semiconductor industry, with the signing of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) totaling nearly ₹15,000 crore. These agreements underscore Gujarat’s strategic push to position itself as a leading hub in the semiconductor sector. Major Investment by NextGen A

State News West India

Supreme Court Allows Adani’s Dharavi Redevelopment Amid Legal Challenge

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2025

India’s Supreme Court has declined to impose a stay on the Dharavi redevelopment project awarded to the Adani Group, despite legal objections raised by Dubai-based Seclink Technologies Corp. The court has issued notices to Adani Properties, the Maharashtra government, and Seclink Technologies, requesting their responses to the ongoing dispute. Background of the

State News West India

Maharashtra Reports ₹7,634 Crore Loss to Cyber Frauds in 2024

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2025

Maharashtra experienced a significant surge in cyber fraud incidents in 2024, leading to financial losses amounting to ₹7,634 crore. Among the state’s cities, Pune recorded the highest monetary losses due to cybercrimes, highlighting the growing threat of digital fraud. Escalating Cyber Fraud Cases in Maharashtra The state has witnessed a sharp rise in cyber fraud

East India State News

Home Minister Orders Restoration of Damaged Religious Sites

By BPN News Desk March 5, 2025

In a move aimed at fostering reconciliation and restoring peace, the government has directed the immediate restoration of religious sites that were damaged during ethnic violence in Manipur. This decision was made during a high-level security review, marking the first such meeting since President’s Rule was imposed in the state. Restoration of Religious Sites During […]

State News West India

AWS Commits $8.2 Billion Investment in Maharashtra by 2030

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2025

Amazon Web Services (AWS), the cloud computing division of Amazon, has announced a substantial investment of $8.2 billion in the Indian state of Maharashtra over the next few years. This strategic move aims to expand AWS’s cloud infrastructure in the region, aligning with India’s growing demand for cloud services and digital transformation. AWS’s