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Supreme Court Halts Kerala HC Directions on Elephant Use in Temple Festivals

By BPN News Desk December 19, 2024

The Supreme Court of India has stayed specific directions issued by the Kerala High Court regarding the use of elephants during temple festivals. The apex court’s intervention came after concerns were raised about certain provisions conflicting with the 2012 rules on elephant welfare. Conflict with 2012 Elephant Welfare Rules The Kerala High Court’s directives,

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Kerala FM Slams Centre Over Disaster Relief Allocation

By BPN News Desk December 15, 2024

Kerala Finance Minister KN Balagopal has strongly criticized the central government for what he described as insufficient disaster relief funding for the state in the aftermath of landslides and other natural calamities. The minister expressed disappointment, stating that the Centre’s approach to disaster relief was akin to “rubbing salt into the wound.”

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Allu Arjun Freed from Hyderabad Prison in Pushpa 2 Case

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2024

Actor Allu Arjun, a prominent star in the Telugu film industry, was released from Hyderabad prison on Wednesday following his involvement in a legal case linked to the screening of his upcoming film, Pushpa: The Rule. The case arose after a tragic incident during the film’s promotional event, which led to the death of a […]

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Tragic Fire Claims Six Lives at Tamil Nadu Hospital

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2024

A devastating fire at a private hospital in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, has claimed six lives, including that of a child. The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday night, leaving the local community in shock and raising urgent concerns about hospital safety measures. The Incident The fire reportedly broke out in the early hours at the Sri […]

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Schools Closed in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Amid Heavy Rains

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2024

Authorities in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry have ordered the closure of schools and colleges as heavy rainfall continues to lash the regions. The decision comes in light of weather forecasts predicting sustained downpours and potential disruptions to normal life. Heavy Rainfall Disrupts Normalcy Tamil Nadu has been experiencing relentless rains due to a low-pressure system

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Tamil Nadu Seeks Central Funds for Jal Jeevan Mission Implementation

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2024

Tamil Nadu Minister for Municipal Administration and Water Supply K.N. Nehru, accompanied by a delegation of MPs and senior officials, met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi on Monday. The delegation requested the release of funds due to the State for implementing the Jal Jeevan Mission, a flagship initiative aimed at ensuring rural […]

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Tremors Shake Telangana as Rare 5.3 Quake Hits Mulugu

By BPN News Desk December 4, 2024

On the morning of December 4, 2024, Telangana experienced a rare seismic event when a 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck the Mulugu district at 7:27 am. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) confirmed the epicenter at latitude 18.44°N and longitude 80.24°E, with the quake originating 40 kilometers below the surface. Tremors extended to Hyderabad and even parts […]

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Maharashtra Village Pushes for Ballot Paper Re-Election Amid Curfew

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2024

A village in Maharashtra has decided to conduct a re-election using ballot papers following public outcry over the use of electronic voting machines (EVMs) in the recent Assembly elections. Allegations of discrepancies with EVMs have fueled dissatisfaction among voters, prompting this unprecedented step. Curfew Imposed to Maintain Law and Order Amid growing tensions,

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Cyclone Fengal Hits Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

By BPN News Desk November 30, 2024

Cyclone Fengal made landfall today along the Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts, bringing winds of up to 90 kmph and heavy rainfall. The severe weather has led to widespread disruptions, including the closure of schools and cancellation of flights. Weather Impact and Precautions The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for the affected […]

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BJP Proposes Eknath Shinde as Deputy CM of Maharashtra

By BPN News Desk November 29, 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has suggested Eknath Shinde for the position of Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister, emphasizing the need to project a message of unity within the ruling alliance. Strategic Move for Alliance Cohesion Party insiders highlighted that nominating Shinde would underscore the spirit of cooperation and solidarity among the coalition