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CJI Surya Kant Takes Suo Motu Cognisance of NCERT Textbook: Can the Judiciary Claim Immunity from Public Scrutiny?

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2026

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant’s strong objection to the NCERT Class 8 social science chapter referring to corruption as a challenge within the judiciary has opened a deeper constitutional debate. By taking suo motu cognisance and declaring that he would not allow anyone to taint the integrity of the institution, the CJI has made […]

North India State News

UP CM Yogi Adityanath Invites Japanese Firms To Invest

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2026

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath invited Japanese entrepreneurs and companies to invest in the state during an investment roadshow held in Tokyo. The outreach was aimed at strengthening economic cooperation and attracting foreign direct investment into key industrial and infrastructure projects in Uttar Pradesh. Yogi Adityanath Invites Japanese Investment In

Business

Anil Ambani Appears Before ED In Money Laundering Probe

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2026

Billionaire businessman Anil Ambani appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Mumbai in connection with a money laundering investigation linked to alleged financial irregularities in a telecom-related case. He cooperated with the probe, with officers recording his statement as part of ongoing proceedings. Anil Ambani ED Appearance In Money Laundering Case Anil

Law & Order

Pregnant Woman, 3 Daughters Found Dead In Delhi

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2026

A pregnant woman and her three minor daughters were found murdered inside their home in Delhi, in what police described as an extremely brutal crime. The victims were discovered with their windpipes slit, while the woman’s husband was reported missing following the incident. Delhi Family Murder Case Shocks Local Community According to police officials, the […]

National

PM Modi First Leader To Cross 100M Instagram

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the first world leader to cross 100 million followers on Instagram, marking a milestone in global political engagement on social media. The milestone reflects his wide online reach and sustained digital presence ahead of key domestic and international engagements. Narendra Modi First World Leader Instagram 100M Narendra Modi’s

International

Canada Says No India Link To Crimes Ahead of Carney’s India Visit

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2026

Canada’s federal government has said it no longer believes India is linked to violent crimes on Canadian soil, signalling a diplomatic shift ahead of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to India. Senior officials indicated that bilateral engagement has helped ease earlier concerns, marking a reset in relations between Ottawa and New Delhi. Canada No […]

North India State News

Delhi Himachal Police Clash Over Youth Congress Arrests

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2026

A confrontation unfolded between the Delhi Police and Himachal Pradesh Police over the arrest and transfer of three Youth Congress workers linked to a shirtless protest at the India AI Impact Summit. The incident escalated into an interstate police dispute, including mutual accusations and counter-FIRs, before the situation eased after court proceedings. Delhi Police

International

Modi Addresses Knesset, Boosts India-Israel Ties

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2026

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed Israel’s Parliament, the Knesset, during his official visit to Jerusalem, marking a significant moment in bilateral relations between the two countries. The speech focused on deepening cooperation, shared democratic values, and expanding strategic collaboration across multiple sectors. Modi Knesset Speech Highlights

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Objects To NCERT Judiciary Content

By BPN News Desk February 25, 2026

The Supreme Court of India has taken suo motu cognisance of content in a newly introduced National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Class 8 Social Science textbook that refers to corruption in the judiciary, after objections were raised before the court. CJI Surya Kant Objects To NCERT Textbook Content Chief Justice of India […]

International

US Imposes 125% Duty On Indian Solar Imports

By BPN News Desk February 25, 2026

The United States has imposed preliminary countervailing duties of about 125% on solar cells and modules imported from India, following a determination that Indian manufacturers benefited from government subsidies. The move is expected to impact India’s growing solar exports to the US market. US Imposes 125% Duty On Indian Solar Imports The US Department of […]