SC Faults TN for Naming 2,000 Accused in Jobs Scam

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

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On July 29, 2025, the Supreme Court sharply criticized the Tamil Nadu government for implicating over 2,000 individuals in the alleged cash-for-jobs scam linked to former minister V. Senthil Balaji. The court described this as a deliberate attempt to delay the trial indefinitely—a

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PM Modi Modi to Launch ₹4,800cr Projects in Tamil Nadu

By BPN News Desk July 25, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Tamil Nadu on July 26 and 27, 2025. He will oversee the launch and inauguration of multiple development projects worth over ₹4,800 crore, all designed to boost regional infrastructure and connectivity. Mega Infrastructure Projects in Tuticorin On July 26 at Tuticorin, the Prime Minister will inaugurate: A ₹450 […]

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Diesel Train Fire Disrupts Services Near Tiruvallur

By BPN News Desk July 13, 2025

A diesel-laden goods train caught fire near Tiruvallur in Tamil Nadu early Sunday morning, causing major disruptions to rail services on the Chennai–Arakkonam route. The incident occurred around 5:30 am, prompting immediate action from fire services and railway authorities. Fire Contained, No Casualties Reported Officials confirmed that the fire broke out in one of the

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Vijay Leads Protest Over Custodial Death in Tamil Nadu

By BPN News Desk July 13, 2025

Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor-politician Vijay led a large protest in Chennai today, demanding justice for Ajith Kumar, a private security guard who died in police custody in Sivagangai district. The demonstration, Vijay’s first major political rally, drew attention to alleged custodial violence in Tamil Nadu. Vijay Criticises State Government At the

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Tamil Nadu Appeals to Supreme Court Over Governor’s Withholding of Assent

By BPN News Desk February 5, 2025

The Tamil Nadu government has petitioned the Supreme Court, contending that a Governor’s refusal to assent to a bill re-adopted by the State Assembly undermines democratic principles. The state emphasized that the Governor is constitutionally obligated to grant assent to such bills. Governor’s Role in Legislative Process According to Article 200 of the Indian