Top Maoist Leader Killed in Jharkhand Encounter

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

Law & Order National

Security forces killed senior Maoist leader Patiram Manjhi, also known as Anal Da, during an anti-Naxal operation in Jharkhand’s West Singhbhum district. The encounter took place in the Saranda forest region following specific intelligence inputs about the presence of armed insurgents. Bounty

National

Census 2027 Phase I to Begin With 33 Questions

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

The Union government has finalised the questionnaire for the first phase of Census 2027, which will focus on houselisting and housing conditions. Phase I of the census is scheduled to begin on April 1, 2026, and will continue for several months as part of the nationwide enumeration exercise. Scope of the Questionnaire The first phase […]

Defence National

India To Roll Out First Indigenous C-295 Aircraft

By BPN News Desk January 22, 2026

India will roll out its first domestically built C-295 military transport aircraft by September 2026. The aircraft is being manufactured at the final assembly line in Vadodara, Gujarat, as part of a joint programme to supply transport aircraft to the Indian Air Force. Project Details India has ordered 56 C-295 aircraft to replace its ageing […]

Law & Order National

SC Allows Hindu Prayers At Dhar Bhojshala On Basant Panchami

By BPN News Desk January 22, 2026

The Supreme Court has allowed Hindus to offer prayers at the Bhojshala complex in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, on the occasion of Basant Panchami. The permission was granted after considering the festival’s significance and existing arrangements at the disputed site. Court’s Direction The court clarified that the permission for Hindu prayers on Basant Panchami will be […]

Law & Order National

India Proposes Stricter Action Against Repeat Traffic Violators

By BPN News Desk January 22, 2026

The Union government has proposed stricter traffic enforcement measures under revised motor vehicle rules, under which drivers committing repeated violations within a year could face temporary suspension of their driving licences. The proposal is part of a point-based penalty system aimed at curbing habitual traffic offences. What Is Being Proposed Under the proposed

Law & Order National

Supreme Court to Close Most Hate Speech Petitions

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

The Supreme Court of India has said it will close the majority of public interest litigations related to hate speech that have been pending since 2021. A bench noted that central and state authorities have reported progress in registering cases and taking action, and the court reserved its order before deciding to dispose of most […]

National Politics

Congress Slams BJP Over Party Chief Selection

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

The Indian National Congress criticised the Bharatiya Janata Party after it announced Nitin Nabin as its new national president, saying the process lacked a genuine election. Congress leaders said the BJP declared the president first and then spoke of an “election,” calling the exercise predetermined and not a real vote. Opposition’s Remarks on Election Process […]

National

Nitin Nabin Takes Charge as BJP President

By BPN News Desk January 21, 2026

Nitin Nabin has formally taken charge as the national president of the Bharatiya Janata Party, marking a leadership transition at the top of the party organisation. The change took place at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi in the presence of senior party leaders. What the Leadership Change Signals Nitin Nabin, a senior organisational leader […]

National

IndiGo Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Lucknow

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2026

An IndiGo flight bound for Bagdogra in West Bengal made an emergency landing in Lucknow after a mid-air security scare, officials said. The aircraft was diverted as a precaution following the discovery of a suspicious note onboard during the flight. Passengers Evacuated Safely The plane landed safely at Lucknow airport, where all passengers and crew […]

Law & Order National

CJI Says Justice Resides in District Courts

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2026

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has said that true justice largely resides in district courts, stressing their central role in delivering justice to ordinary citizens. He noted that for most people, district courts are the first and most important point of contact with the judicial system. District Courts Are Not “Lower” Courts The CJI […]