SC Slams Pharma Firm Over Cough Syrup Deaths

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

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A five-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court on Tuesday sharply criticised a domestic pharmaceutical company over deaths linked to its cough syrup that were reported in Uzbekistan, saying its conduct appeared deeply irresponsible and dangerous. The court’s comments came during hearings

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IT Probe Exposes Tax Evasion At Biryani Chains

By BPN News Desk February 19, 2026

Income Tax authorities have uncovered a large tax evasion network linked to restaurant businesses after searches at several Hyderabad biryani outlets revealed financial irregularities across multiple cities. Hyderabad Biryani Tax Evasion Probe Investigators conducted coordinated searches at restaurant locations and associated premises, examining account books, digital

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Why Vijay Mallya Cannot Return To India Yet Explains Lawyer

By BPN News Desk February 18, 2026

Lawyers representing businessman Vijay Mallya have explained the legal hurdles preventing his immediate return to India, stating that ongoing proceedings in the United Kingdom and related legal protections continue to delay extradition. Vijay Mallya Extradition Case Status According to his legal team, multiple legal remedies remain available under UK law even after earlier

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Supreme Court Seeks Specifics In Hate Speech PIL

By BPN News Desk February 18, 2026

The Supreme Court heard a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking action over alleged hate speech remarks attributed to several BJP Chief Ministers, with petitioners requesting directions for stricter enforcement of existing legal provisions. Supreme Court Hate Speech PIL Hearing During the hearing, the court asked the petitioners to clearly specify the statements being

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Supreme Court Upholds Conviction In Pratyusha Death Case

By BPN News Desk February 18, 2026

The Supreme Court has upheld the conviction of the boyfriend of Telugu actress Pratyusha in connection with her death, bringing closure to a case that has remained under legal scrutiny for years. Pratyusha Suicide Case Supreme Court Verdict The court confirmed the earlier findings that held the accused guilty under charges related to abetment of […]

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CJI Office Received 8630 Complaints Against Judges

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2026

The Law Ministry informed Parliament that 8,630 complaints were received against sitting judges of the higher judiciary over the past decade, highlighting the scale of grievances handled within the judicial oversight framework. Complaints Against Sitting Judges Data According to the information shared, complaints were submitted against judges of the Supreme Court and High

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Centre Opposes Sonam Wangchuk Medical Release

By BPN News Desk February 12, 2026

The Union government told the Supreme Court that activist Sonam Wangchuk does not require release on medical grounds, stating that his health condition is stable and under regular monitoring. Sonam Wangchuk Health Status In Court During the hearing, the Centre informed the court that medical evaluations did not indicate any alarming health issue. Authorities said […]

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Four Arrested In Delhi Fake Bank App Fraud

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2026

Delhi Police have arrested four people for allegedly cheating a chartered accountant of ₹75,000 using a fraudulent mobile banking application in the national capital. Fake Bank App Fraud In Delhi According to investigators, the accused contacted the victim posing as bank representatives and convinced him to install a fake application resembling an official banking

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Supreme Court Directs States Not To Obstruct Voter Roll Revision

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2026

The Supreme Court said states must not create obstacles in completing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, stressing the importance of maintaining the integrity of the voter list verification process. Supreme Court On Electoral Roll Revision A bench led by Justice Surya Kant observed that the revision exercise is a statutory process aimed […]

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Supreme Court Rebukes Jan Suraaj Party

By BPN News Desk February 7, 2026

The Supreme Court sharply criticised a petition filed by Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party, questioning the intent behind the plea and warning against using the judiciary for publicity. The observations came during a hearing where the court examined the party’s challenge related to electoral matters. Supreme Court Criticism Of Jan Suraaj Party Petition The bench […]