Rahul Gandhi Rally In Kolkata Cancelled

By BPN News Desk April 22, 2026

National Politics

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s planned campaign in West Bengal has hit a hurdle after his proposed April 23 election rallies in Kolkata and Serampore were called off over lack of permission. The development has added a fresh political flashpoint to the Bengal Assembly election campaign, with

National

Rahul Gandhi Praises Kerala Nurse At Rally

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2026

Rahul Gandhi struck an emotional note during a Kerala election rally through a virtual address after Sonia Gandhi was hospitalised, using a personal story from the hospital to praise the care shown by a nurse from Kerala. The Congress leader linked the experience to what he described as the “spirit of Keralam” as the party […]

South India State News

Vijay Holds First Rally Since Karur Stampede

By BPN News Desk December 9, 2025

Actor and TVK leader Vijay held a public rally in Puducherry, his first major event since the deadly stampede in Karur earlier this year. Authorities imposed strict rules, limiting the crowd to 5,000 people. Entry was allowed only through QR-code passes, and barricaded zones were set up to control movement. Security scare before the event […]

Markets

Gold Tops $4,000 Amid Global Uncertainty

By BPN News Desk October 8, 2025

Gold prices crossed the $4,000 per ounce mark for the first time on October 8, as investors rushed towards safe-haven assets amid rising economic and geopolitical concerns. Spot gold touched $4,011, while December futures climbed above $4,030. What’s Driving the Rally The surge is being fueled by expectations of a U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut, […]

South India State News

FIR Filed Against Vijay’s Driver After HC Rebuke

By BPN News Desk October 6, 2025

Tamil Nadu police have filed a negligent driving FIR against the driver of actor-politician Vijay’s campaign vehicle. This action follows a rebuke by the Madras High Court over previously unregistered “hit-and-run” incidents during the Karur rally on September 27, which resulted in a deadly stampede. High Court’s Criticism Prompts Action During court proceedings, the

South India State News

Vijay’s Karur Rally Turns Deadly in Stampede

By BPN News Desk September 28, 2025

On Saturday evening in Karur district, Tamil Nadu, a political rally led by actor-turned-politician Vijay ended in tragedy when a sudden crowd surge caused a stampede-like crush, leaving at least 36 people dead and about 40 injured, state officials confirmed. Victims and Injuries Reported According to Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian, among the dead […]

North India State News

Prashant Kishor Leaves Rally Midway Due to Rib Injury

By BPN News Desk July 19, 2025

Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor had to cut short his public meeting in Bhojpur district on Friday after suffering a minor injury to his rib. The incident occurred while Kishor was interacting with supporters at a crowded rally venue in Arrah. Party officials said Kishor brushed against a vehicle or pole while navigating through […]

East India State News

Mamata to lead rally for Bengali migrants’ rights

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will lead a protest march in Kolkata on July 16 to highlight alleged harassment of Bengali-speaking migrant workers in BJP-ruled states. The march, organised by her party, the Trinamool Congress (TMC), will begin at College Square at 1 pm and end at Dorina Crossing. What Triggers the Protest The rally […]