North India State News

Decline in Highway Construction Highlights Infrastructure Challenges

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2024

India’s highway construction has seen a 6.6% year-on-year decline in the current fiscal year, signaling persistent challenges in the country’s ambitious infrastructure development plans. As of November, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways reported that 4,987 kilometers of national highways were constructed, compared to 5,341 kilometers during the same

South India State News

Schools Closed in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Amid Heavy Rains

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2024

Authorities in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry have ordered the closure of schools and colleges as heavy rainfall continues to lash the regions. The decision comes in light of weather forecasts predicting sustained downpours and potential disruptions to normal life. Heavy Rainfall Disrupts Normalcy Tamil Nadu has been experiencing relentless rains due to a low-pressure system

North India State News

AAP to Contest Delhi Polls Alone, Rules Out Alliance with Congress

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2024

Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal has announced that his party will contest the upcoming Delhi elections independently, ruling out any possibility of an alliance with the Congress. This declaration solidifies AAP’s stance as it gears up to face a multi-cornered battle in the capital. Speaking at a public gathering, […]

East India State News

Mamata Banerjee Hits Back at Bangladeshi Leaders’ Remarks

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2024

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticized certain Bangladeshi leaders over controversial remarks suggesting an intent to “occupy Bengal and Odisha.” Banerjee dismissed these comments as baseless and mocked the claims, asserting India’s sovereignty and cultural integrity. ‘India Is Not for Bargain’: Banerjee Responding

North India State News

Bomb Threat at Two Delhi Schools Prompts Evacuation

By BPN News Desk December 9, 2024

Two prominent schools in Delhi were evacuated on Thursday following bomb threats received via email. The incident led to the immediate suspension of classes, and students were sent home as a precautionary measure. Law enforcement and bomb disposal teams swiftly arrived at the scene to investigate the threats. Prompt Evacuation Ensures Student Safety School authorities […]

State News

Chennai Metro’s First Driverless Train Begins Dynamic Trials

By Editor - News Desk December 9, 2024

Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) is set to achieve a significant milestone as it plans to commence testing of driverless trains before April 2025. This testing is part of the first phase of commissioning the 9-km stretch from Poonamallee to Porur junction, under Corridor 4 of Phase II construction. The corridor is expected to be […]

State News

Mumbai Infrastructure Revamp Takes Center Stage

By Editor - News Desk December 9, 2024

Mumbai, India’s financial capital, is set for a massive infrastructure overhaul under the new BJP-led Maharashtra government. With a focus on improving connectivity and reducing travel time, the government aims to transform urban transit and ease pressure on the city’s overburdened systems. Expanding Mumbai’s Metro Network One of the government’s flagship projects

State News West India

Fadnavis, Shinde, and Pawar Sworn in as Maharashtra Assembly Members

By BPN News Desk December 7, 2024

In a significant political event, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar were sworn in as members of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly. The oath-taking ceremony, held in the Assembly on Monday, marks an important milestone in the state’s political landscape. Key Leaders Take Oath The event

North India State News

Attempted Shooting at Sukhbir Badal in Golden Temple; Attacker Arrested

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2024

In a shocking incident on Wednesday, a man attempted to shoot Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) chief Sukhbir Singh Badal at the Golden Temple in Amritsar. The attack occurred while Badal was performing ‘seva’ as part of a religious punishment pronounced by the Akal Takht Sahib. The quick intervention of a nearby sewadar thwarted the attack, […]

South India State News

Tamil Nadu Seeks Central Funds for Jal Jeevan Mission Implementation

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2024

Tamil Nadu Minister for Municipal Administration and Water Supply K.N. Nehru, accompanied by a delegation of MPs and senior officials, met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi on Monday. The delegation requested the release of funds due to the State for implementing the Jal Jeevan Mission, a flagship initiative aimed at ensuring rural […]