Maharashtra’s EV Push Is a Template Other States Must Copy

By BPN News Desk January 24, 2026

Op-Eds Opinion

Maharashtra has taken a practical step that deserves appreciation: it is not just announcing an Electric Vehicle policy, it is funding it and executing it. The recent clearance of ₹60 crore for EV incentives and toll waivers is not a headline-grabbing mega number, but it is exactly the kind of

South India State News

TN Governor Walks Out, Cites National Anthem Dispute

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2026

Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi walked out of the State Legislative Assembly on Tuesday without delivering his customary inaugural address, sparking a fresh political dispute in the state. The session had just begun when the governor left the House. Dispute Over Anthem and Protocol Ravi said he was disappointed that the national anthem was not […]

South India State News

Tamil Nadu Announces Assured Pension Scheme for Employees

By BPN News Desk January 4, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has announced the Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme for state government employees and teachers, marking a major policy shift in the state’s retirement benefits framework. The scheme is aimed at addressing long-standing demands from employee unions seeking restoration of assured pension benefits similar to the pre-2003 pension system.

National Politics

Congress MP Warns of Crisis in Tamil Nadu Unit

By BPN News Desk January 3, 2026

A senior Congress Member of Parliament from Tamil Nadu has issued a strong warning about the state of the party’s organisation, saying it is moving on a “path of destruction” due to persistent internal conflicts. S Jothimani, who represents Karur in the Lok Sabha, made the remarks while highlighting serious factionalism within the Tamil Nadu […]

South India State News

11 Dead, Over 50 Injured in Tamil Nadu Bus Collision

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

At least 11 people were killed and more than 50 injured after two government buses collided head-on near Vivekananda Polytechnic College in Tirupattur, Sivaganga district, on Sunday evening. The accident occurred around 5 PM when one bus was heading from Kangeyam to Karaikudi and the other was travelling from Karaikudi to Dindigul. Victims Shifted to […]

South India State News

Cyclone Ditwah Weakens Into Deep Depression

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

Cyclone Ditwah has weakened into a deep depression over the southwest Bay of Bengal, but heavy rainfall continues across several districts in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The India Meteorological Department said the system is moving northwards at nearly 10 km/h and is expected to weaken further during the day. Heavy Rain Alerts Issued Across Districts […]

South India State News

TN Minister Under Fire Over Dance Video

By BPN News Desk November 28, 2025

A video from Udhayanidhi Stalin’s birthday celebration has triggered political controversy after Tamil Nadu minister S Periyakaruppan was seen seated in the front row watching a dance performance. The clip shows women performing in revealing outfits while the minister appears to applaud and gesture during the event. The video has since gone viral, prompting public […]

South India State News

Sengottaiyan Joins TVK After Expulsion From AIADMK

By BPN News Desk November 27, 2025

Senior Tamil Nadu leader and former minister K. A. Sengottaiyan resigned as the MLA of Gobichettipalayam after being expelled from the AIADMK. His removal came following internal disagreements, including his demand to reinstate veteran leaders and criticism of the party’s current leadership. Joins Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam A day after his expulsion, Sengottaiyan