South India State News

Vijay’s Party TVK Opposes ‘One Nation, One Election,’ Slams TN Govt

By BPN News Desk November 3, 2024

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), led by actor-turned-politician Vijay, passed resolutions on Sunday opposing the ‘One Nation, One Election’ initiative, the Waqf Amendment Bill, and the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). The resolutions were approved during a meeting chaired by Vijay, with participation from TVK’s executive and district functionaries.

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Karnataka May Adjust ‘Shakti Scheme’ After Public Feedback

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2024

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar hinted at potential adjustments to the state’s Shakti scheme, which offers free bus travel for women statewide. Speaking after the launch of KSRTC’s upgraded Airavata Club Class 2.0 buses on October 30, Shivakumar noted that some women have expressed a preference to pay for their tickets, prompting the government […]

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Telangana CM Pushes for Caste Census by November 30, Challenges Modi’s Policies

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2024

In a bold move, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy called on Congress party members to undertake a comprehensive caste census by November 30, describing it as a “war” against Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s policies. The chief minister emphasized the need to fulfill the promise made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to carry out a […]

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Kerala Temple Fireworks Mishap Leaves 150 Injured, 10 Critical

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2024

A fireworks accident at a temple in Kerala’s Kasaragod district left over 150 people injured late last night, with 10 of them in critical condition. The incident occurred at Anjootambalam Veererkavu temple during festivities in the north Malabar region. Eyewitnesses described the scene as a “ball of fire” erupting when a firecracker allegedly fell into

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Tirupati Iskcon Temple Receives Bomb Threat Amidst Hoax Emails

By BPN News Desk October 28, 2024

The Iskcon temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, received a bomb threat via email on October 27, prompting a swift response from security forces. The email claimed that terrorists linked to Pakistan’s ISI would target the temple. In response, security at the temple was heightened, and Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) teams, along with sniffer dogs, conducted […]

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Vijay Takes Aim at “Dynastic Family,” DMK Dismisses Corruption Allegations

By BPN News Desk October 28, 2024

Tamil actor-turned-politician Vijay, leader of Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), launched a scathing attack on the ruling DMK during his first public rally in Villupuram. Without directly naming the party, Vijay accused a “dynastic family” of looting the state through corruption and underground dealings. The DMK swiftly refuted these claims, asserting that there

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Priyanka Gandhi Highlights 35 Years of Campaign Experience at Wayanad Rally

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi, addressing a large crowd in Kalpetta on Wednesday, highlighted her extensive political experience, emphasizing that she began campaigning at the age of 17 for her late father, Rajiv Gandhi. Speaking ahead of the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll nominations, Priyanka shared her journey of over three decades, during which she has […]

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1 Dead, 5 Trapped in Bengaluru Building Collapse Amid Heavy Rains

By BPN News Desk October 22, 2024

Tragedy struck Bengaluru on Tuesday when an under-construction building in the Babusapalya area of East Bengaluru collapsed, claiming the life of one person. Five others are feared trapped under the debris, while three individuals have been successfully rescued. Rescue teams have reached the site, working urgently to clear the debris and save those still trapped. […]

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CM Chandrababu Naidu Revives ‘Dream Project’ of Amaravati Capital

By BPN News Desk October 19, 2024

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has restarted the long-stalled works of the Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA) project in Amaravati, resuming progress on his “dream project.” The works in Rayapudi village within the capital region had been on hold for five years after the previous YSRCP government, led by former Chief Minister Y […]

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MK Stalin Urges Centre to Recall Tamil Nadu Governor Amid Anthem Row

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2024

Tensions between the Tamil Nadu government and Governor RN Ravi have escalated after Chief Minister MK Stalin called for the governor’s recall, accusing him of disrespecting Tamil culture. The controversy erupted during an event where the Tamil anthem, Tamil Thaai Vazhthu, was sung, but a line containing the word “Dravida” was skipped. Stalin’s sharp criticism […]