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Bengaluru Guard Held Over Alleged TTP Links

By BPN News Desk August 16, 2026

Bengaluru Police have arrested a 25-year-old security guard from West Bengal over alleged links with the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Investigators allege that he was in contact with a TTP member based in Afghanistan and had discussed plans related to attacks targeting the Pakistan Army. Bengaluru Security Guard Held Over TTP Links The accused, identified […]

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BCI Chief Apologises Over NALSAR Student Row

By BPN News Desk August 15, 2026

Bar Council of India Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra has apologised to law students following controversy over an order that temporarily barred NALSAR University of Law’s entire 2026 graduating batch from enrolling as advocates. Mishra said the episode was not a matter of personal prestige or ego and expressed regret to students who were hurt by […]

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CJI Slams BCI Action Against NALSAR Students

By BPN News Desk August 14, 2026

The Supreme Court has strongly criticised the Bar Council of India’s intervention in the NALSAR University of Law controversy, with Chief Justice of India Surya Kant saying students have a right to protest and describing the BCI’s action as “absolutely uncalled for”. CJI Backs NALSAR Students’ Right to Protest The controversy arose after NALSAR students […]

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BCI Drops Inquiry Against NALSAR 2026 Batch

By BPN News Desk August 14, 2026

The Bar Council of India has dropped all proceedings against NALSAR University of Law’s 2026 graduating batch after widespread criticism over its response to students who opposed Chief Justice of India Surya Kant’s participation in the university’s convocation. BCI Drops NALSAR Student Inquiry BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra announced that no further action would be […]

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Bombay HC Seeks ED Reply on Mallya Assets

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2026

The Bombay High Court has sought a response from the Enforcement Directorate on a petition filed by fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya challenging the transfer of his attached assets to a State Bank of India-led consortium of lenders. The court also said the decade-long commercial dispute should now move towards a conclusion. Bombay High Court Seeks […]

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Supreme Court to Hear Facial Recognition Plea

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2026

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a petition challenging the alleged use of facial recognition technology and other biometric surveillance tools by Delhi Police at protest sites. The plea, filed by CPI(M) Rajya Sabha MP A.A. Rahim, raises concerns over privacy, free speech and the right to peaceful assembly. Supreme Court to Hear Facial […]

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Justice Varma Inquiry Report to Reach Lok Sabha

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2026

The three-member inquiry committee report examining allegations against former Allahabad High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma is set to be tabled in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, formally bringing the controversial cash-at-home case before Parliament. Justice Varma Inquiry Report in Lok Sabha The parliamentary agenda provides for the presentation of Volumes I and II of

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Justice Varma Inquiry Report to Reach Lok Sabha

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2026

The three-member inquiry committee report examining allegations against former Allahabad High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma is set to be tabled in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, formally bringing the controversial cash-at-home case before Parliament. Justice Varma Inquiry Report in Lok Sabha The parliamentary agenda provides for the presentation of Volumes I and II of

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NALSAR Students Oppose CJI as Convocation Guest

By BPN News Desk August 10, 2026

A section of students at NALSAR University of Law in Hyderabad has urged the administration to reconsider inviting Chief Justice of India Surya Kant as chief guest for its upcoming convocation, citing his reported remarks during proceedings related to alleged police action against CJP protesters in Delhi. NALSAR Students Oppose CJI Surya Kant Invitation At […]

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Ex-IAS Officer Denied Bail in CGPSC Paper Leak

By BPN News Desk August 7, 2026

The Chhattisgarh High Court has denied bail to retired IAS officer Jeevan Kishore Dhruv in the alleged CGPSC recruitment examination paper leak case, observing that manipulation of competitive exams can destroy the futures of lakhs of aspirants. Dhruv was arrested by the CBI in September 2025. Chhattisgarh HC Denies Bail to Ex-IAS Officer Dhruv, 62, […]