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DK Shivakumar’s ‘Even God Can’t Change Bengaluru’ Remark Sparks Controversy

By BPN News Desk February 21, 2025

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has ignited a political firestorm with his recent assertion that “even God can’t change Bengaluru.” This remark has drawn sharp criticism from opposition parties and sparked widespread public debate. Opposition’s Response The opposition has seized upon Shivakumar’s statement, interpreting it as an

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Bengaluru Records Highest February Temperature in Two Decades

By BPN News Desk February 19, 2025

On February 17, 2025, Bengaluru experienced an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring to 35.9°C. This matches the city’s highest February temperature, previously recorded on the same date in 2005. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) anticipates that the tech hub will continue to experience rising temperatures as summer approaches. Bengaluru Surpasses Delhi

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Udhayanidhi Stalin Warns Against Hindi Imposition in Tamil Nadu

By BPN News Desk February 19, 2025

Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has voiced strong concerns regarding the potential imposition of Hindi in Tamil Nadu, suggesting it could erode the Tamil language as it has affected regional languages in northern India. He highlighted that languages such as Rajasthani, Haryanvi, Bhojpuri, and other Bihari dialects have been overshadowed by Hindi, leading to their

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Tamil Nadu Leaders Criticize Union Minister Over NEP Remarks

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2025

Political parties in Tamil Nadu have strongly opposed recent remarks made by a Union Minister regarding the National Education Policy (NEP). The statement has sparked controversy, with state leaders criticizing the central government’s stance on education reforms. Opposition to NEP in Tamil Nadu Tamil Nadu has consistently opposed the NEP, arguing that it undermines the

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Bengaluru Metro Sees 10% Drop in Ridership; Fare Reduction Unlikely

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2025

Bengaluru’s Namma Metro has reported a 10% decrease in daily ridership following a recent fare hike. Despite the decline, the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has stated that it will not consider rationalizing fare slabs at this time. Impact of Fare Increase on Metro Ridership On February 10, the first weekday after the fare […]

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Prashant Kishor Meets Actor Vijay Ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

Political strategist Prashant Kishor recently met with actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party president Vijay at the actor’s residence in Chennai’s Neelankarai. The meeting, which lasted approximately two hours, included senior functionaries and advisors of TVK. Vijay, a prominent figure in Tamil cinema, launched the TVK last year and is set to make his

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Kerala Crime Branch Launches SIT Probe into CSR Fund Scam

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

The Kerala Police Crime Branch has initiated a comprehensive investigation into a widespread Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) fund scam that has defrauded numerous individuals across the state. An 80-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), led by Superintendent of Police MJ Sojan, has been constituted to handle the probe. Formation of the Special Investigation Team

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CBI Arrests Four in Tirupati Laddu Ghee Adulteration Case

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2025

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has apprehended four individuals in connection with the alleged adulteration of ghee used in the preparation of the renowned Tirupati Laddu, a sacred offering at the Venkateswara Temple in Andhra Pradesh. The arrested individuals include Pomil Jain and Bipin Jain, former directors of Bhole Baba Dairy in Roorkee, and […]

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Jayalalithaa’s Niece Petitions Supreme Court for Asset Recovery

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2025

J Deepa, niece of the late former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa, has approached the Supreme Court challenging a Karnataka High Court decision that declined to return assets seized in a disproportionate assets case. She contends that, following Jayalalithaa’s death, the legal proceedings against her were abated, nullifying her conviction and entitling her

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Kerala Budget 2025-26 Prioritizes Metro Rail Expansion

By BPN News Desk February 7, 2025

In the Kerala Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal has outlined a strategic focus on advancing metro rail projects in the cities of Kochi, Kozhikode, and Thiruvananthapuram. This initiative aims to bolster urban transportation and address the escalating traffic challenges in these rapidly growing urban centers. Kochi Metro Expansion The