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ED Moves Delhi HC in National Herald Case

By BPN News Desk December 20, 2025

The Enforcement Directorate has approached the Delhi High Court challenging a trial court order that refused to take cognisance of its money laundering complaint against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case. The appeal follows a decision by the Rouse Avenue court, which held that the ED’s prosecution complaint could […]

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SC Calls Child Trafficking Cases Deeply Disturbing

By BPN News Desk December 20, 2025

The Supreme Court on Friday described cases of child trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation as “deeply disturbing,” stressing that such offences strike at the foundation of a civilised society. The court observed that crimes involving minors are not just violations of law but grave assaults on human dignity and fundamental rights. Emphasis on sensitive judicial

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ED Attaches Assets of Yuvraj Singh, Sonu Sood and Others

By BPN News Desk December 19, 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached assets worth about ₹7.93 crore belonging to several high-profile individuals in connection with a money laundering investigation linked to an illegal online betting platform. The action is part of a wider probe into offshore betting operations allegedly associated with the app 1xBet and its linked brands. Who Is

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Ninth Accused in Red Fort Blast Sent to NIA Custody

By BPN News Desk December 19, 2025

A Delhi court has sent the ninth accused in the Red Fort blast case to the custody of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) till December 26, allowing investigators more time to question him in connection with the incident. The accused was produced before the court after being arrested by the NIA as part of its […]

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Supreme Court to Re-Hear Stray Dog Rules Plea in January

By BPN News Desk December 18, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has postponed a hearing on a petition challenging newly framed stray dog rules and indicated it will address broader questions about humane treatment of animals when the case resumes on January 7. The decision came after heated exchanges in court over claims that the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) had […]

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Court Declines to Admit ED Case in National Herald Matter

By BPN News Desk December 18, 2025

A Delhi trial court has refused to take cognisance of the Enforcement Directorate’s prosecution complaint in the National Herald money laundering case, triggering sharp political reactions across party lines. The complaint involved senior Congress leaders, including Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, but the court held that the filing did not meet the legal requirements

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NIA Files Chargesheet in Pahalgam Terror Attack Case

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against operatives of the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and its offshoot The Resistance Front (TRF), along with local collaborators, in connection with the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. The attack targeted civilians and security personnel in the Pahalgam area, triggering a nationwide security response.

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Report Flags Misuse, Ineffectiveness of Anti-Dowry Laws

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

A government-appointed committee has found that India’s anti-dowry laws, particularly Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code and related provisions in the Dowry Prohibition Act, are often misused and fail to deliver justice in many cases. The panel’s report, submitted recently, points to delays in investigations, harassment of the accused, and a lack of adequate […]

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Supreme Court Seeks Centre’s Reply on Cancer Notification Plea

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2025

The Supreme Court has issued notice to the Union government on a public interest litigation seeking to declare cancer a notifiable disease across India. The petition was filed by an AIIMS doctor, who argued that mandatory reporting of cancer cases is essential for accurate data collection, early detection, and better policy planning. Plea Highlights Gaps […]

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Umar Khalid Gets Interim Bail to Attend Sister’s Wedding

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2025

A Delhi court on Thursday granted interim bail to activist and former JNU student leader Umar Khalid, who is an accused in the larger conspiracy case linked to the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots. The permission was granted so he can attend his sister’s wedding later this month. The order was issued by the Karkardooma Court, […]