South India State News

ED Raids Pinarayi Vijayan’s Home In CMRL Case

By BPN News Desk May 27, 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has carried out searches at the residence of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in connection with the Cochin Minerals and Rutile Limited money laundering investigation. The searches are linked to alleged payments made by the company to Exalogic Solutions, a firm associated with Vijayan’s daughter Veena Vijayan. ED Searches Pinarayi

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Bengaluru On Alert Over Suspected Ebola Case

By BPN News Desk May 27, 2026

A suspected Ebola case has triggered a health alert in Bengaluru after a 28-year-old woman from Uganda was placed under medical isolation. Health authorities have said the case is only suspected at this stage, and no Ebola infection has been confirmed in India. Suspected Ebola Case In Bengaluru The woman reportedly arrived in Bengaluru from […]

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Vijay Announces Farm Loan Waiver In Tamil Nadu

By BPN News Desk May 26, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has announced crop loan relief for farmers and permitted extended daily screenings for new Tamil films. The decisions were taken after a high-level review meeting, but the farm loan announcement has drawn disappointment from some farmers who expected a wider waiver. Tamil Nadu Farm Loan Waiver Announced The State government […]

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Karnataka Congress Leadership Decision Soon

By BPN News Desk May 26, 2026

The Congress high command is likely to take a decision on the Karnataka leadership issue in the next two to three days after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah met senior party leaders in New Delhi. The meeting comes amid renewed speculation over a possible change in leadership and a Cabinet reshuffle in the State. Karnataka Leadership Change […]

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Telangana Plans GCC Expansion Beyond Hyderabad

By BPN News Desk May 21, 2026

Telangana is planning to expand Global Capability Centres to tier-2 and tier-3 cities, aiming to spread technology-driven employment and investment beyond Hyderabad. Telangana GCC Expansion Plan The State government is working on a strategy to attract Global Capability Centres to emerging urban locations across Telangana. The move is aimed at reducing the concentration of

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Vijay Expands Tamil Nadu Cabinet With 23 Ministers

By BPN News Desk May 21, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay expanded his Cabinet on Thursday, inducting 23 new ministers, including two Congress MLAs, in a major political development for the newly formed TVK-led government. Tamil Nadu Cabinet Expansion The swearing-in ceremony was held at Lok Bhavan in Chennai at 10 a.m., where Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the […]

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Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Rajmohan Rejects PM SHRI Scheme Push

By BPN News Desk May 20, 2026

Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Rajmohan has said the state will not allow any direct or indirect attempt to implement the PM SHRI scheme, while opposing the Centre’s decision to withhold education-related funds over the issue. Tamil Nadu Opposes PM SHRI Scheme Rajmohan said Tamil Nadu would not accept indirect efforts to bring the Prime […]

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V.D. Satheesan Sworn In As Kerala Chief Minister

By BPN News Desk May 18, 2026

V.D. Satheesan was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Kerala at a ceremony held at the Central Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, marking the return of the Congress-led United Democratic Front to power after 10 years. V.D. Satheesan Takes Oath As Kerala CM Satheesan took oath as Chief Minister in the presence of senior political […]

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Karnataka Cuts Beer And Premium Whisky Prices

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2026

Beer and premium whisky prices have dropped in Karnataka after the State Excise Department implemented a new Alcohol in Beverage policy from May 11, changing how liquor is taxed and priced. Karnataka Beer Price Cut Prices of mild and lager beers with around 5% alcohol content have fallen by nearly 20% to 25% under the […]

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IUML To Get Five Cabinet Posts In Kerala

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2026

The Indian Union Muslim League is set to receive five Cabinet berths in the incoming UDF government in Kerala, as alliance-level discussions continue over ministerial representation and portfolio allocation. IUML Cabinet Posts In Kerala The IUML, a key constituent of the United Democratic Front, is expected to get five ministerial positions in the new Kerala […]