South India State News

Karnataka Says Cauvery Releases Exceeded Quota

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2026

Karnataka has released more Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu than the mandated cumulative quantity over the past decade, according to official water-flow records. The figures have emerged amid renewed tensions over the latest direction to release water despite weak monsoon inflows. Cauvery Releases Exceeded Required Quantity The decade-long data shows that Tamil Nadu received

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Bombay HC Seeks Government Eatery Inspection Details

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2026

The Bombay High Court has sought details from the Maharashtra government on food safety inspections conducted at eateries operated by government bodies, semi-government institutions, statutory authorities and government contractors. The direction came while hearing a challenge to the suspension of a Navi Mumbai five-star hotel’s FSSAI licence. Bombay High Court Reviews FDA

North India State News

Delhi Police Seeks Takedown of Abusive X Posts

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2026

Delhi Police has written to social media platform X seeking the immediate removal of posts and videos allegedly containing derogatory, malicious and defamatory material targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other constitutional authorities. Delhi Police Seeks Removal of X Posts The notice asks X to delete or restrict access to the identified content and provide […]

East India State News

Assam Withdraws Cases Against CJP Protesters

By BPN News Desk July 28, 2026

The Assam government has announced the withdrawal of cases and legal proceedings against people who participated in protests over alleged NEET-UG examination irregularities. The decision follows a similar assurance issued by the Bihar government. Assam Withdraws CJP Protest Cases The Assam government said no further adverse action would be taken against individuals

South India State News

Siddaramaiah Rules Out 2028 Election Contest

By BPN News Desk July 27, 2026

Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced that he will not contest the 2028 Assembly elections, citing his advancing age and growing concerns about corruption in contemporary politics. Siddaramaiah Rules Out 2028 Election Siddaramaiah said people in his Varuna constituency had urged him to contest again, but he had decided not to fight another election.

South India State News

KPSC Freezes Veterinary Officer Selection

By BPN News Desk July 27, 2026

The Karnataka Public Service Commission has placed the final selection list for 400 veterinary officer posts on hold following allegations of bribery and manipulation in the recruitment process. KPSC Veterinary Recruitment Put on Hold The disputed recruitment covers 342 regular vacancies and 58 backlog posts in Karnataka’s Animal Husbandry and Fisheries Department. Written

East India State News

Eastern Assam Faces Worst Floods in 60 Years

By BPN News Desk July 23, 2026

Severe flooding across eastern Assam has caused widespread destruction, with a state minister describing the disaster as the region’s worst in six decades. Rescue operations are continuing as authorities search for more than 100 missing people. Eastern Assam Floods Worsen Rapidly The latest spell of flooding has affected around eight lakh people across 16 districts, […]

North India State News

16 Delhi Metro Stations Shut Amid CJP Protest

By BPN News Desk July 22, 2026

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation temporarily closed 16 stations across central Delhi on Wednesday, citing security concerns as the CJP-led protest at Jantar Mantar continued. Delhi Metro Stations Closed The stations closed until further instructions were Lok Kalyan Marg, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, Ramakrishna Ashram Marg, Barakhamba Road, Supreme Court, Seva Teerth,

East India State News

Sikkim Tunnel Explosion Kills 20 Workers

By BPN News Desk July 22, 2026

At least 20 people have died following a suspected methane gas explosion inside an under-construction tunnel at the Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project in Sikkim’s Namchi district. Rescue teams are continuing efforts to locate five people who remain missing. Sikkim Tunnel Explosion Kills 20 The incident occurred inside the Samardung tunnel near Jholungey, where personnel

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Nine Killed, Six Injured in Blast at Illegal Firecracker Unit in Ahmedabad

By BPN News Desk July 19, 2026

At least nine people were killed and six others injured after a powerful explosion triggered a major fire at an allegedly illegal firecracker manufacturing unit on the outskirts of Ahmedabad on Saturday. The blast occurred at a facility on Gatrad Road in the Ramol area and was reportedly powerful enough to damage surrounding structures. Those […]