Bengaluru Silk Board Flyover Creates History

By BPN News Desk May 3, 2026

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Bengaluru’s long-criticised Silk Board traffic junction has entered a new phase with the opening of South India’s first double-decker flyover, combining road movement and metro infrastructure on the same corridor. Bengaluru Silk Board Traffic Jam Silk Board Junction has long been known as one

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India’s First Ethanol-To-Jet Fuel Plant Launched

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

India’s first ethanol-to-jet fuel plant has been launched in Andhra Pradesh, marking a major step in the country’s push for sustainable aviation fuel and cleaner transport energy. The project is expected to support India’s long-term aviation decarbonisation goals. Ethanol-To-Jet Fuel Plant In Andhra Pradesh The plant will be developed near Visakhapatnam as part of NTPC

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TVK May Spring Surprise In Tamil Nadu Polls

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

Actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has emerged as one of the most closely watched parties after exit polls indicated a possible surge for the new entrant in the Tamil Nadu Assembly election. While several established parties have rejected exit poll projections, some leaders have admitted that TVK could become a significant force. TVK Surge In […]

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Palaniswami Rejects Tamil Nadu Exit Polls

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami has rejected exit poll projections for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election, claiming that the AIADMK-led alliance will secure a strong victory when votes are counted. His remarks came after several exit polls predicted an advantage for the DMK-led alliance. Palaniswami Rejects Exit Poll Predictions Palaniswami dismissed the

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K Kavitha Launches Telangana Rashtra Sena

By BPN News Desk April 25, 2026

Former BRS leader K Kavitha formally launched her own political party, Telangana Rashtra Sena, on Saturday, months after she was suspended from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi over alleged anti-party activities. K Kavitha Launches New Party In Telangana Kavitha, the daughter of former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao, launched the new outfit after announcing its

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Telangana RTC Strike Called Off

By BPN News Desk April 25, 2026

The Telangana Road Transport Corporation workers’ strike was called off on Friday night after extended talks between the Joint Action Committee and the state government. Bus services are set to resume across Telangana from Saturday morning. Telangana RTC Strike Ends After Talks The TGSRTC Joint Action Committee withdrew its indefinite strike after a marathon meeting […]

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Tamil Nadu Records Over 84% Polling

By BPN News Desk April 24, 2026

Tamil Nadu recorded more than 84% polling in the 2026 Assembly election, with the turnout being described as the highest ever in the state’s electoral history. The strong participation gave the election added political weight, with long queues, steady turnout through the day and a clear sign of intense voter engagement across the state. Tamil […]

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Tamil Nadu Polling Underway For 234 Seats

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2026

Polling is underway across Tamil Nadu on Thursday for all 234 Assembly seats in a single-phase election, with more than 5.7 crore registered voters eligible to cast their ballots. Voting began at 7 am and will continue until 6 pm, while counting is scheduled for May 4. Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026 Polling The election […]

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New Alcohol Tax Model Sparks Bengaluru Price Fears

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2026

A proposed change in Karnataka’s alcohol taxation system has triggered concern in Bengaluru, with the new draft model linking tax directly to alcohol content instead of the current pricing structure. The shift could affect how liquor is priced across categories and may lead to higher retail prices for some products if the rules are implemented […]

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Udhayanidhi Affidavit Row Reaches Madras HC

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2026

A new legal controversy has emerged around Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin’s 2026 election affidavit after the Income Tax Department told the Madras High Court that an investment of Rs 7.36 crore in Red Giant Movies, disclosed in 2021, does not appear in his latest poll affidavit. The issue is now part of an ongoing […]