South India State News

Bengaluru Metro Sees 10% Drop in Ridership; Fare Reduction Unlikely

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2025

Bengaluru’s Namma Metro has reported a 10% decrease in daily ridership following a recent fare hike. Despite the decline, the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has stated that it will not consider rationalizing fare slabs at this time. Impact of Fare Increase on Metro Ridership On February 10, the first weekday after the fare […]

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Prashant Kishor Meets Actor Vijay Ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

Political strategist Prashant Kishor recently met with actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party president Vijay at the actor’s residence in Chennai’s Neelankarai. The meeting, which lasted approximately two hours, included senior functionaries and advisors of TVK. Vijay, a prominent figure in Tamil cinema, launched the TVK last year and is set to make his

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Kerala Crime Branch Launches SIT Probe into CSR Fund Scam

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

The Kerala Police Crime Branch has initiated a comprehensive investigation into a widespread Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) fund scam that has defrauded numerous individuals across the state. An 80-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), led by Superintendent of Police MJ Sojan, has been constituted to handle the probe. Formation of the Special Investigation Team

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CBI Arrests Four in Tirupati Laddu Ghee Adulteration Case

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2025

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has apprehended four individuals in connection with the alleged adulteration of ghee used in the preparation of the renowned Tirupati Laddu, a sacred offering at the Venkateswara Temple in Andhra Pradesh. The arrested individuals include Pomil Jain and Bipin Jain, former directors of Bhole Baba Dairy in Roorkee, and […]

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Jayalalithaa’s Niece Petitions Supreme Court for Asset Recovery

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2025

J Deepa, niece of the late former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa, has approached the Supreme Court challenging a Karnataka High Court decision that declined to return assets seized in a disproportionate assets case. She contends that, following Jayalalithaa’s death, the legal proceedings against her were abated, nullifying her conviction and entitling her

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Kerala Budget 2025-26 Prioritizes Metro Rail Expansion

By BPN News Desk February 7, 2025

In the Kerala Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal has outlined a strategic focus on advancing metro rail projects in the cities of Kochi, Kozhikode, and Thiruvananthapuram. This initiative aims to bolster urban transportation and address the escalating traffic challenges in these rapidly growing urban centers. Kochi Metro Expansion The

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Erode East By-Election Sees 67.97% Voter Turnout

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2025

The Erode East Assembly constituency in Tamil Nadu witnessed a voter turnout of 67.97% during the recent by-election held on February 20, 2025. The polling process was conducted peacefully, with no significant incidents reported. Polling Details The by-election was necessitated due to the passing of the incumbent MLA, leading to the vacancy in the Erode […]

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Tamil Nadu Appeals to Supreme Court Over Governor’s Withholding of Assent

By BPN News Desk February 5, 2025

The Tamil Nadu government has petitioned the Supreme Court, contending that a Governor’s refusal to assent to a bill re-adopted by the State Assembly undermines democratic principles. The state emphasized that the Governor is constitutionally obligated to grant assent to such bills. Governor’s Role in Legislative Process According to Article 200 of the Indian

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Suresh Gopi’s Controversial Statement Sparks Debate

By BPN News Desk February 3, 2025

Actor and politician Suresh Gopi recently stirred controversy by suggesting that appointing a Brahmin as the Minister for Tribal Affairs would bring significant improvements. His remarks quickly drew widespread criticism, prompting him to retract the statement. Proposal and Its Justification Gopi initially argued that a Brahmin minister could introduce a new perspective

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Telangana Raises University Faculty Retirement Age to 65

By BPN News Desk January 31, 2025

The Telangana government has announced an increase in the retirement age for university faculty members, extending it from 60 to 65 years. The decision aims to enhance academic excellence and ensure that experienced educators continue to contribute to higher education in the state. “The retirement age for university faculty has been increased from 60 to […]