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Tamil Nadu CM Urges Newlyweds to Have Babies Amid Delimitation Concerns

By BPN News Desk March 3, 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has urged newlywed couples to “immediately have babies and give them good Tamil names,” linking his appeal to concerns over the central government’s proposed delimitation exercise. He warned that the state’s effective family planning policies might inadvertently reduce its representation in Parliament if constituency

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Telangana CM Oversees SLBC Tunnel Collapse Rescue Efforts

By BPN News Desk March 3, 2025

A tragic incident unfolded when a section of the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel in Nagarkurnool district collapsed, leaving eight workers, including engineers and laborers, trapped inside. Rescue operations have been ongoing for over ten days, with multiple agencies working tirelessly to locate and evacuate the workers. Chief Minister’s On-Site Assessment

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Karnataka Deputy CM Faces Backlash Over Remarks to Film Industry

By BPN News Desk March 3, 2025

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar’s recent remarks criticizing the Kannada film industry’s minimal attendance at the 16th Bengaluru International Film Festival have ignited significant backlash from opposition leaders and members of the film fraternity. Shivakumar expressed his disappointment over the low turnout of prominent industry figures at the

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Governor RN Ravi Criticizes Tamil Nadu’s Language Policy

By BPN News Desk March 1, 2025

Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi has raised concerns over the state’s two-language policy, arguing that it restricts educational and employment opportunities for students. He also accused certain groups of attempting to create societal divisions based on language and regional identity. Governor’s Concerns Over Language Policy Speaking at a public event, Governor

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CM Naidu Urges TDP Leaders to Promote State Budget Awareness

By BPN News Desk March 1, 2025

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has called upon Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leaders to actively engage in educating the public about the recently presented state budget. Emphasizing the importance of transparency and public involvement, he urged party members to disseminate information about the budget’s key allocations and initiatives.​ Key Budget

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Prashant Kishor Joins Forces with Vijay’s TVK for 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2025

In a significant political development, renowned strategist Prashant Kishor has announced his collaboration with actor-turned-politician Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections. This partnership aims to introduce a transformative political movement in the state, challenging the longstanding dominance of

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Rescue Operations Intensify for Workers Trapped in Telangana’s SLBC Tunnel Collapse

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2025

Rescue efforts have intensified in Telangana’s Nagarkurnool district as authorities continue their mission to save eight workers trapped inside the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel following a collapse on February 22. Multiple agencies, including the Indian Army, Navy MARCOS commandos, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF),

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Rescue Operations Underway After Telangana Tunnel Collapse

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2025

A tunnel collapse in Telangana has resulted in several workers becoming trapped. The incident occurred during ongoing construction activities, leading to an immediate response from local authorities. Army and NDRF Lead Rescue Efforts In response to the emergency, the Indian Army and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been deployed to the site. Specialized

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Shashi Tharoor’s Remarks Spark Debate Within Congress

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2025

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has recently made statements that have ignited discussions within the party, particularly concerning his views on Kerala’s development under the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) government. Tharoor’s remarks have been perceived by some party members as a departure from the Congress’s traditional stance,

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Bus Services Between Karnataka and Maharashtra Suspended After MSRTC Bus Attack Near Belagavi

By BPN News Desk February 22, 2025

Interstate bus services between Karnataka and Maharashtra have been suspended following an attack on a Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) bus near Belagavi. The decision to halt transportation was taken as a precautionary measure amid rising tensions between the two states. Attack on MSRTC Bus Sparks Tensions An MSRTC bus was targeted near Belagavi, […]