South India State News

Karnataka Faces ₹10,000–₹15,000 Crore Revenue Loss

By BPN News Desk February 2, 2026

Karnataka is set to lose between ₹10,000 crore and ₹15,000 crore due to the recommendations of the 16th Finance Commission, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said. He stated that the proposed changes to tax devolution would reduce the state’s share compared with earlier expectations. Impact on Development Spending The Chief Minister said the reduction would put pressure […]

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EPS Palaniswami Rejects OPS Return to AIADMK

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami has firmly rejected expelled leader O. Panneerselvam’s (OPS) offer to rejoin the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK). Palaniswami said there is no chance of OPS returning to the party after being removed from membership by the party’s general council. OPS Seeks Reunification Earlier, OPS publicly said he […]

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Andhra CM Urges TDP to Strengthen NDA Ties

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2026

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and Telugu Desam Party (TDP) president N Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday asked party leaders and workers to strengthen coordination with alliance partners — the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Janasena Party (JSP) — to boost support for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) ahead of future polls. The call came during a […]

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Vijay Calls Tamil Nadu Poll a Democratic War

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

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 war” and called on cadres to remain alert, united, and […]

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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 […]