TN CM Challenges Modi Claim On NDA Support

By BPN News Desk January 24, 2026

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed that Tamil Nadu is backing the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) ahead of the state assembly elections and said people are ready to move past the ruling DMK government. He made the statement ahead of a major NDA rally in Maduranthakam near Chennai as part

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Karnataka High Court Lifts Bike Taxi Ban

By BPN News Desk January 24, 2026

The Karnataka High Court has lifted the ban on bike taxi services in the state, allowing operators to resume operations. The court set aside an earlier order that had stopped bike taxis due to the absence of specific state rules governing two-wheeler transport services. Legal Reasoning And Directions The court held that motorcycles can be […]

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Naidu Announces February Start For Mega Steel Plant

By BPN News Desk January 22, 2026

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said groundwork for the proposed ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel plant in the state will begin after mid-February. The announcement was made after discussions with company representatives, where timelines and preparatory work were reviewed. Project Details The integrated steel plant is planned in Anakapalli district and is

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Telangana Pushes AI Across Government Services

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

The Telangana government has said it has initiated steps to integrate artificial intelligence (AI)-led solutions into a wide range of public services and administrative tasks. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy outlined efforts to use AI tools to improve governance efficiency and citizen service delivery. AI in Public Administration Officials explained that AI is being

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TN Governor Walks Out, Cites National Anthem Dispute

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2026

Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi walked out of the State Legislative Assembly on Tuesday without delivering his customary inaugural address, sparking a fresh political dispute in the state. The session had just begun when the governor left the House. Dispute Over Anthem and Protocol Ravi said he was disappointed that the national anthem was not […]

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Kavitha Explores New Political Party in Telangana

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2026

Kalvakuntla Kavitha has held discussions with political strategist Prashant Kishor on the possibility of launching a new political party in Telangana, according to people familiar with the matter. The talks are understood to be exploratory and focused on assessing the current political landscape in the state. Meetings With Strategist Sources said the discussions took place

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Congress Decides to Stay in DMK Alliance

By BPN News Desk January 19, 2026

The Congress leadership has firmly ruled out any move to exit its alliance with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in Tamil Nadu, putting an end to internal speculation over the future of the partnership. The decision was taken after consultations between the party’s central leadership and state unit leaders. High-Level Review in Delhi Senior Congress leaders […]

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Telangana CM Says Media Should Not Target Ministers

By BPN News Desk January 19, 2026

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has asked media organisations not to drag his cabinet colleagues into media rivalries or publish unverified allegations that could tarnish the image of the state government. He made the remarks at a public event in Khammam, emphasising that news outlets should verify facts before reporting on ministers. Clarifying Position […]

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Flights Disrupted at Chennai Airport Due to Smoke

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

Several flights faced delays and diversion issues at Chennai Airport after dense smoke from Bhogi festival fires reduced visibility on Tuesday morning. Officials said the smoke affected runway visibility, causing temporary disruption in flight operations. Smoke Impact on Visibility Local authorities reported that burning of agricultural residue and festival waste in and

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DMK MP’s Remarks on Women Trigger Political Row

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran has sparked a political controversy after making remarks comparing women’s roles in northern India and Tamil Nadu during a public event in Chennai. He praised Tamil Nadu’s emphasis on girls’ education and contrasted it with societal norms in some other states. What He Said Addressing students at a college function, Maran […]