AIADMK’s Palaniswami Meets Amit Shah in Delhi, Fueling Alliance Speculations

By BPN News Desk March 25, 2025

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AIADMK General Secretary and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami’s unexpected visit to Delhi has set off political speculation about a possible revival of the alliance between AIADMK and the BJP. His meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah is being viewed as a strategic

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Rajeev Chandrasekhar Takes Charge as BJP’s Kerala Unit Chief

By BPN News Desk March 24, 2025

Former Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar has officially assumed charge as the new president of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) Kerala unit. The announcement was made during the party’s state council meeting in Thiruvananthapuram, where his name was the sole nomination for the position. His appointment marks a significant shift in the BJP’s political strategy in […]

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Tamil Nadu College Suspends 13 Students for Assaulting Senior Over Theft Allegation

By BPN News Desk March 24, 2025

A shocking incident at Nehru Institute of Technology in Coimbatore has led to the suspension of thirteen first-year students after they allegedly assaulted a senior over a theft accusation. The incident, which occurred on March 20, has drawn widespread attention following the circulation of a video showing the senior student being physically harassed and humiliated […]

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Southern States Seek 25-Year Freeze on Lok Sabha Delimitation

By BPN News Desk March 23, 2025

In a strong show of regional unity, five southern Indian states have come together to demand a 25-year extension on the freeze of Lok Sabha constituency delimitation. The leaders argue that any population-based redistribution of parliamentary seats would unfairly punish states that have successfully controlled population growth. The initiative was spearheaded by Tamil Nadu

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Tamil Nadu Fishermen Urge Enhanced Coast Guard Patrols to Protect Local Fisheries

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2025

Fishermen from Tamil Nadu have urged the Indian Coast Guard to intensify patrols along the state’s coast to prevent increasing intrusions by foreign and inter-state fishing vessels. Their appeal comes amid growing concerns over the depletion of marine resources and illegal fishing activities, especially during the government-imposed fishing ban periods. Coastal Resources

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BJP Opposes Karnataka’s 4% Muslim Quota in Tenders

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

The Karnataka government’s move to provide a 4% reservation for Muslims in government contracts has sparked intense political backlash, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) declaring it will not allow the implementation of what it calls an unconstitutional and religion-based quota. Karnataka Announces 4% Reservation for Muslims Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s government

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Karnataka Approves 100% Salary Hike for CM, Ministers, and MLAs

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

The Karnataka government has approved a 100% salary hike for the Chief Minister, ministers, and Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs), sparking criticism and public debate due to the state’s ongoing financial constraints. CM, Ministers, MLAs Get Pay Hike The salary increase was formalized through two legislative amendments—the Karnataka Ministers’ Salaries and

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Tamil Nadu BJP Leaders Arrested Amid TASMAC Corruption Protest

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2025

Tamil Nadu BJP leaders, including state president K. Annamalai, were detained by the police during a protest against the alleged ₹1,000 crore corruption in TASMAC (Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation). The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has reportedly found evidence of financial irregularities involving liquor sales, tender manipulations, and unaccounted transactions

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Telangana Assembly Approves 42% Reservation for Backward Classes

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2025

The Telangana Legislative Assembly has unanimously passed two significant bills aimed at increasing reservations for backward classes (BCs) to 42% in educational institutions and public employment. This legislative move seeks to enhance social equity and provide greater opportunities for historically marginalized communities within the state.​ Details of the Passed Bills

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Alstom to Manufacture 32 Additional Driverless Trains for Chennai Metro Phase II

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2025

Alstom, a global leader in rail transport, is poised to manufacture an additional 32 driverless trains for Chennai Metro Rail’s Phase II project. This development builds upon Alstom’s existing contract to supply 78 metro coaches, including 26 driverless train sets, awarded in November 2022. The Phase II expansion of Chennai Metro encompasses three new lines: