Vijay Calls Tamil Nadu Poll a Democratic War

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

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Actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) founder Vijay addressed supporters at his first major public rally after being questioned by the Central Bureau of Investigation. Speaking to party workers, Vijay said the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election is “not just an election but a democratic

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300 Stray Dogs Found Dead in Telangana Village

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2026

Around 300 stray dogs were found dead in a village in Telangana, triggering a police investigation and outrage from animal welfare groups. The carcasses were discovered buried in a pit on the outskirts of the village, raising suspicions of a mass killing. Police action initiated Police have registered a case against the village sarpanch and […]

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CBI-SIT Files Final Chargesheet in Tirumala Ghee Case

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2026

A Central Bureau of Investigation-led Special Investigation Team (CBI-SIT) has filed the final chargesheet in the Tirumala Srivari laddu ghee adulteration case before the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Court in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh. The filing marks the completion of a probe that lasted about 15 months. Accused named The SIT has named 36 individuals as accused […]

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Telangana Begins Dealer Registration for New Vehicles

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2026

The Telangana Transport Department has rolled out a dealer-level registration system for new vehicles, allowing buyers to complete permanent registration directly at authorised showrooms. The facility applies to new private cars and two-wheelers purchased in the state. How registration will work Under the new process, vehicle dealers will submit registration applications

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Tamil Nadu CM Says Governor Pressure Unprecedented

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin said he is facing pressure from the state’s Governor R.N. Ravi that he described as unprecedented compared with previous chief ministers’ experiences. Stalin made the remarks during a debate in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, criticising the Governor’s conduct and its impact on the elected government. Claims Of Interference […]

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TN CM Challenges Modi Claim On NDA Support

By BPN News Desk January 24, 2026

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 of the alliance’s campaign push. Stalin […]

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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 […]