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AIADMK Says No Talks With Vijay Party

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami has said neither his party nor its allies have held any talks so far with actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, pushing back against speculation over a possible electoral understanding ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election. His remarks come as alliance discussions remain a key focus in the […]

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Tamil Nadu Petrol Pump Suspended Over Fuel Sale

By BPN News Desk March 15, 2026

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has suspended a petrol pump in Tamil Nadu after reports that fuel was being dispensed into a loose container, a practice flagged as unsafe and against operational guidelines. The action comes amid growing concerns about panic buying and improper storage of fuel by consumers. Tamil Nadu Petrol Pump […]

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Sasikala Names New Party Ahead Of Polls

By BPN News Desk March 15, 2026

V.K. Sasikala has formally announced the name of the political outfit she will be associated with ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election, marking her latest attempt to re-enter the State’s electoral landscape. The party will be known as All India Puratchi Thalaivar Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam, and it is expected to field candidates in […]

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Stalin Expands DMK Alliance Before Polls

By BPN News Desk March 10, 2026

  Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has expanded the DMK-led alliance ahead of the 2026 Assembly election, with the coalition now including more parties as the ruling front works to strengthen its electoral position before the state goes to the polls. DMK Alliance Expansion Ahead Of Tamil Nadu Polls The DMK-led front has grown […]

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Vijay Says DMK Never Won Two Terms In Tamil Nadu

By BPN News Desk March 5, 2026

Actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay said there is no historical precedent of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) forming the government twice consecutively in Tamil Nadu. Speaking at a rally in Thanjavur amid rising political activity ahead of the upcoming state elections, Vijay urged voters to consider political change in the state.

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DMK, Congress In Seat-Sharing Talks For TN Polls

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2026

Seat-sharing negotiations between the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the Indian National Congress have begun ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Leaders from both parties have initiated discussions to determine the number of constituencies each party will contest as part of the ruling alliance in the state. DMK And Congress Begin Seat-Sharing

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Chandrababu Naidu Announces ₹20 Lakh Ex-Gratia For Blast Victims

By BPN News Desk March 1, 2026

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced an ex-gratia payment of ₹20 lakh to the next of kin of each person killed in a devastating firecracker unit explosion near Kakinada, and ordered the suspension of four district officials in connection with the tragedy. The blast, one of the deadliest in the State’s recent history, […]

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North Tamil Nadu Likely To See More Heatwave Days

By BPN News Desk March 1, 2026

Northern Tamil Nadu, including areas around Chennai, is likely to experience above-normal heatwave days this summer, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast, indicating a hotter season ahead with more episodes of extreme heat than usual. IMD Forecasts Above-Normal Heatwave Days In North Tamil Nadu The IMD’s extended seasonal outlook for March to May 2026

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AIADMK Reacts as OPS Joins DMK

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2026

Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam’s decision to join the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam has triggered sharp political reactions, with the AIADMK stating that his exit has “freed” the party from a prolonged period of internal turmoil. The development marks a significant shift in the State’s political landscape ahead of the Assembly elections. O Panneerselvam […]

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Bengaluru Flight Delayed 18 Hours, Passengers Protest

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2026

A Bengaluru-bound Nepal Air India Express flight was delayed for more than 18 hours, prompting passengers to express frustration and raise slogans at Kempegowda International Airport. The extended delay led to discomfort and inconvenience for travellers, many of whom cited unclear communication from airline staff. Bengaluru Nepal Air India Express Delay Passengers on the