South India State News

Bengaluru Metro Sees 10% Drop in Ridership; Fare Reduction Unlikely

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2025

Bengaluru’s Namma Metro has reported a 10% decrease in daily ridership following a recent fare hike. Despite the decline, the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has stated that it will not consider rationalizing fare slabs at this time. Impact of Fare Increase on Metro Ridership On February 10, the first weekday after the fare […]

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Prashant Kishor Meets Actor Vijay Ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

Political strategist Prashant Kishor recently met with actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party president Vijay at the actor’s residence in Chennai’s Neelankarai. The meeting, which lasted approximately two hours, included senior functionaries and advisors of TVK. Vijay, a prominent figure in Tamil cinema, launched the TVK last year and is set to make his

South India State News

Kerala Crime Branch Launches SIT Probe into CSR Fund Scam

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

The Kerala Police Crime Branch has initiated a comprehensive investigation into a widespread Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) fund scam that has defrauded numerous individuals across the state. An 80-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), led by Superintendent of Police MJ Sojan, has been constituted to handle the probe. Formation of the Special Investigation Team

North India State News

Security Heightened at Ahmedabad Airport After Bomb Threat

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2025

Security has been intensified at Sardar Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad after authorities discovered a letter containing a bomb threat. The letter, reportedly written by an unidentified individual, warned of an explosion at the airport, prompting immediate action from law enforcement agencies. Discovery of the Threat The threatening letter was found within the

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CBI Arrests Four in Tirupati Laddu Ghee Adulteration Case

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2025

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has apprehended four individuals in connection with the alleged adulteration of ghee used in the preparation of the renowned Tirupati Laddu, a sacred offering at the Venkateswara Temple in Andhra Pradesh. The arrested individuals include Pomil Jain and Bipin Jain, former directors of Bhole Baba Dairy in Roorkee, and […]

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Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh Resigns Amid Prolonged Ethnic Violence

By BPN News Desk February 9, 2025

Manipur’s Chief Minister, N. Biren Singh, has tendered his resignation amidst ongoing ethnic violence that has plagued the northeastern state for nearly two years. On Sunday, Singh submitted his resignation letter to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at the Raj Bhavan in Imphal. Resignation Amidst Prolonged Ethnic Unrest The resignation comes in the wake of persistent […]

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BJP Secures Victory in Delhi After 27 Years

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2025

In a landmark political shift, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has claimed victory in the 2025 Delhi Assembly Elections, marking its return to power in the national capital after 27 years. The party secured 48 out of 70 seats, comfortably surpassing the majority mark of 36. BJP’s Return to Power The BJP’s win signals a […]

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Jayalalithaa’s Niece Petitions Supreme Court for Asset Recovery

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2025

J Deepa, niece of the late former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa, has approached the Supreme Court challenging a Karnataka High Court decision that declined to return assets seized in a disproportionate assets case. She contends that, following Jayalalithaa’s death, the legal proceedings against her were abated, nullifying her conviction and entitling her

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Guillain-Barre Syndrome Cases Surge to 180 in Pune

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2025

The number of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) cases in Pune has risen to 180, prompting heightened concern among health officials. The neurological disorder, which affects the peripheral nervous system, has led to multiple hospitalizations, with some patients requiring intensive care. Rising Cases and Symptoms The surge in GBS cases has been observed since early January

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Kerala Budget 2025-26 Prioritizes Metro Rail Expansion

By BPN News Desk February 7, 2025

In the Kerala Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal has outlined a strategic focus on advancing metro rail projects in the cities of Kochi, Kozhikode, and Thiruvananthapuram. This initiative aims to bolster urban transportation and address the escalating traffic challenges in these rapidly growing urban centers. Kochi Metro Expansion The