State News

Maharashtra Allocates Over ₹25 Crore to Support 560 Cowsheds Under Desi Govansh Pariposhan Yojana

By BPN News Desk March 31, 2025

In a significant move to bolster indigenous cattle conservation, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has sanctioned a grant of ₹25.44 crore under the Desi Govansh Pariposhan Yojana. This funding has been directly transferred to the accounts of 560 registered cowsheds across the state, aiming to enhance the upkeep and welfare of native cow breeds. The […]

North India State News

16 Naxalites Killed in Fierce Gunbattle with Security Forces in Chhattisgarh’s Sukma

By BPN News Desk March 30, 2025

In one of the most significant anti-Naxalite operations in recent months, security forces gunned down 16 Naxalites during a fierce encounter in the dense forests of Chhattisgarh’s Sukma district. The gunfight broke out during a pre-planned combing operation launched by a joint team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and the Central Reserve Police Force […]

State News West India

Maharashtra Cuts Electricity Tariffs by 10–30% Starting April 1

By BPN News Desk March 30, 2025

In a major relief for power consumers, the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has approved a significant reduction in electricity tariffs across the state. The revised tariffs, which come into effect from April 1, will see a decrease of 10% to 30% in power charges for residential users and notable reductions for industrial consumers as […]

State News West India

Train Services Disrupted Following Gantry Collapse at Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project Site

By BPN News Desk March 28, 2025

Train services were severely affected after a segmental launching gantry collapsed at the construction site of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (HSR) corridor near Vatva in Ahmedabad. The incident occurred around 11 p.m. on March 23, 2025, halting progress at one of India’s most ambitious infrastructure projects. Fortunately, no casualties were reported. Impact on

North India State News

BIS Raids E-commerce Warehouses, Seizes Substandard Products

By BPN News Desk March 28, 2025

In a sweeping crackdown on substandard and non-compliant products, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) carried out a 15-hour-long raid on March 19 at a major warehouse in Delhi’s Mohan Cooperative Industrial Area. The warehouse, used by leading e-commerce platforms, was found to be storing over 3,500 electrical appliances, including geysers and food mixers, either […]

State News West India

Maharashtra Government’s Selective Actions Spark Political Controversy

By BPN News Desk March 27, 2025

The Maharashtra government’s recent actions have ignited a political controversy, with accusations of selective enforcement and suppression of free speech. Government’s Response to Kunal Kamra’s Satirical Performance Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra is under investigation for alleged defamation following a satirical performance that critiqued Deputy Chief

South India State News

MK Stalin Slams Yogi Adityanath Over Language Policy Remarks

By BPN News Desk March 27, 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has hit back at Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath over his comments on Tamil Nadu’s language stance, describing them as “black comedy at its darkest.” Stalin reiterated that Tamil Nadu has never opposed any language but remains firmly against imposition and chauvinism. He asserted that the state’s consistent […]

North India State News

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Unveils ₹1 Lakh Crore ‘Historic’ Budget

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2025

Delhi Chief Minister and Finance Minister Rekha Gupta has unveiled a historic ₹1 lakh crore Budget for 2025-26, marking a 31.5% increase over the previous year. Terming the announcement as a break from past stagnation, Gupta emphasized that capital expenditure has been doubled to ₹28,000 crore, prioritizing infrastructure upgrades and long-term developmental projects.

South India State News

AIADMK’s Palaniswami Meets Amit Shah in Delhi, Fueling Alliance Speculations

By BPN News Desk March 25, 2025

AIADMK General Secretary and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami’s unexpected visit to Delhi has set off political speculation about a possible revival of the alliance between AIADMK and the BJP. His meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah is being viewed as a strategic move ahead of the upcoming electoral contests in […]

State News West India

Maharashtra Assembly Backs Bharat Ratna for Phule Couple

By BPN News Desk March 25, 2025

The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution urging the central government to confer the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award, on renowned social reformers Jyotirao Phule and Savitribai Phule. The resolution garnered support from all parties in the House and was moved with the intent of recognizing the couple’s lasting