South India State News

Rescue Operations Intensify for Workers Trapped in Telangana’s SLBC Tunnel Collapse

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2025

Rescue efforts have intensified in Telangana’s Nagarkurnool district as authorities continue their mission to save eight workers trapped inside the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel following a collapse on February 22. Multiple agencies, including the Indian Army, Navy MARCOS commandos, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF),

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J&K High Court Orders Removal of Toll Plazas Within 60 Km of NH-44

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2025

The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court, led by Chief Justice Tashi Rabstan and Justice M.A. Chowdhary, has issued a directive emphasizing that toll plazas should not function merely as revenue-generating mechanisms. The court ordered that no toll plazas be established within 60 kilometers of National Highway-44 (NH-44) and mandated the removal of any […]

North India State News

Delhi Court Sentences Sajjan Kumar to Life Imprisonment

By BPN News Desk February 25, 2025

A Delhi court has sentenced former Congress Member of Parliament, Sajjan Kumar, to life imprisonment for his involvement in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. The verdict comes after decades of legal proceedings concerning the violent events that followed the assassination of then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Background of the 1984 Anti-Sikh Riots The anti-Sikh riots erupted in

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Maharashtra Considers Security Deployment on Karnataka-Bound Buses Amid Border Tensions

By BPN News Desk February 25, 2025

The longstanding Maharashtra-Karnataka border dispute has intensified following recent violent incidents targeting state transport personnel. In response, Maharashtra is considering deploying security marshals or police officers on its buses traveling to Karnataka to ensure passenger safety. Recent Incidents Fueling Tensions On February 21, a conductor of a Karnataka state

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Central Audit Highlights Shortcomings in Delhi’s Liquor Policy

By BPN News Desk February 25, 2025

A recent central audit has revealed that the objectives of Delhi’s liquor policy have not been achieved. The audit identified significant deviations from the policy’s intended goals, a lack of transparency in pricing, and violations in the implementation process. Deviations from Policy Objectives The audit report points out that the policy’s

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IMD Issues Yellow Warning for Mumbai and Konkan Region

By BPN News Desk February 25, 2025

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow warning for Mumbai and the Konkan region of Maharashtra, indicating a significant rise in temperatures. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions to cope with the heat. Rising Temperatures Across Maharashtra The IMD’s forecast predicts that temperatures in Mumbai and the surrounding Konkan belt

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Akshay Kumar’s Participation in Maha Kumbh 2025

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2025

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar participated in the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj, taking a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam. Dressed in a white kurta-pyjama, he was surrounded by enthusiastic crowds eager to capture the moment. Following his ritual, Kumar addressed the media, expressing his appreciation for the event’s organization. Praise for CM Yogi […]

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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Accuses Previous AAP Government of Emptying State Exchequer

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2025

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has alleged that the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) administration left the state’s finances in disarray, depleting the exchequer. Despite these financial challenges, she reaffirmed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government’s commitment to implementing the Rs 2,500-per-month honorarium scheme for eligible women in Delhi.

South India State News

Rescue Operations Underway After Telangana Tunnel Collapse

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2025

A tunnel collapse in Telangana has resulted in several workers becoming trapped. The incident occurred during ongoing construction activities, leading to an immediate response from local authorities. Army and NDRF Lead Rescue Efforts In response to the emergency, the Indian Army and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been deployed to the site. Specialized

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Shashi Tharoor’s Remarks Spark Debate Within Congress

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2025

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has recently made statements that have ignited discussions within the party, particularly concerning his views on Kerala’s development under the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) government. Tharoor’s remarks have been perceived by some party members as a departure from the Congress’s traditional stance,