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DK Shivakumar Tells MLAs to Stay Silent Amid Power Rift in Karnataka

By BPN News Desk July 1, 2025

In a bid to control growing dissent and internal rifts within the Karnataka Congress, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has publicly urged his supporting MLAs to refrain from making any more statements in his favour. The move follows high-level party interventions aimed at quelling the leadership tussle between Shivakumar and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Addressing the

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Telangana Announces ₹1 Lakh Relief for Families of Deceased Workers

By BPN News Desk July 1, 2025

In the aftermath of the Sigachi Industries pharmaceutical plant explosion in Telangana’s Sangareddy district, the state government has declared immediate financial assistance of ₹1 lakh to the families of each deceased worker. This step, described as an urgent interim measure, is aimed at providing short-term relief to families grappling with the sudden loss of their […]

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Death Toll Reaches 35 in Telangana Factory Explosion

By BPN News Desk July 1, 2025

A catastrophic blast at the Sigachi Industries chemical plant in Pashamylaram, Telangana, on June 30 has claimed the lives of at least 35 workers, with 17 still missing under rubble. Rescue teams are continuing a race against time amid devastating structural collapse and widespread fear among families awaiting word. Factory Tragedy in Telangana The explosion occurred […]

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Karnataka Govt to Last Full Term, Says CM Siddaramaiah

By BPN News Desk June 30, 2025

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has categorically dismissed rumors of instability or a leadership reshuffle, asserting that his Congress-led government is strong enough to complete the full five-year term. Speaking alongside Deputy CM D K Shivakumar in Mysuru, he emphasized their unity, stating, “This government will last for five years like a rock.” Team Solidarity Highlights

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T Raja Singh Quits BJP Over Telangana Leadership Choice

By BPN News Desk June 30, 2025

Telangana BJP MLA T Raja Singh has resigned from the Bharatiya Janata Party, citing his shock and deep disappointment over the likely appointment of N Ramchander Rao as the next state BJP president. The firebrand legislator from Goshamahal made the announcement through a public letter, stating that he could no longer remain silent while decisions […]

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Reactor Blast at Telangana Plant Kills 10, Sparks Fire

By BPN News Desk June 30, 2025

A devastating explosion ripped through a chemical plant in Telangana’s Pashamylaram industrial area on Sunday, killing at least 10 workers and injuring more than 20 others. The blast occurred at a reactor inside Sigachi Industries Pvt Ltd, a firm engaged in pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing. The explosion was followed by a major fire that quickly […]

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Jagan Reddy Secures Interim Relief in Convoy Death Case

By BPN News Desk June 27, 2025

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has granted interim relief to former Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party leader Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy in the case relating to the death of a supporter during his convoy’s movement in Palnadu district. The court has restrained police from initiating any coercive action against Reddy and six others named […]

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No Rifts in Karnataka Congress, CM Siddaramaiah Says Rajanna Comments Overblown

By BPN News Desk June 27, 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has rejected all claims of a rift within the state Congress, calling recent remarks made by Cooperation Minister KN Rajanna “overblown” and devoid of any real indication of internal strife. Addressing reporters at Vidhana Soudha, Siddaramaiah asserted that there was no internal dispute in the party and urged people not to

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Karnataka Halves Proposed Excise Fee Hike, Extends License Validity

By BPN News Desk June 27, 2025

The Karnataka government has rolled back its initially proposed 100% increase in excise licence renewal fees, opting instead for a 50% hike effective from July 1, 2025, following strong appeals from distillers and retailers. The revised structure also extends licence validity from one year to five years—an industry demand that promises relief and efficiency. Under […]

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Revanth Reddy Launches EAGLE Task Force to Tackle Drug Menace

By BPN News Desk June 27, 2025

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has launched a new specialized anti-narcotics unit named the EAGLE Task Force—Elite Action Group for Law Enforcement—to aggressively combat drug and ganja abuse across the state. The announcement was made during an event marking the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The new task force replaces the