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SC Says Parents Can Be Held Responsible for Minor Driving

By BPN News Desk February 3, 2026

The Supreme Court of India said that parents or guardians can be held responsible if they allow minors to drive a vehicle, underscoring the need for adult supervision and adherence to driving laws. The court stressed that children should not be permitted to operate cars or motorcycles without valid licences. Court’s Observations on Safety The […]

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Supreme Court Issues Notice on Anti-Conversion Laws

By BPN News Desk February 3, 2026

The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Central government and several states after a church body challenged the validity of anti-conversion laws enacted across multiple states. The court has sought responses from the authorities on the constitutional validity of these statutes. Petition Raises Constitutional Concerns The petition argues that the anti-conversion laws

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Centre Tells SC Wangchuk Sought Nepal-Like Unrest

By BPN News Desk February 3, 2026

The Central government told the Supreme Court that activist Sonam Wangchuk attempted to trigger Nepal- and Bangladesh-style unrest in Ladakh, arguing that his actions posed a threat to public order in a strategically sensitive region. The submission was made while opposing a plea challenging actions taken against Wangchuk. Government Flags Security Concerns The government

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Rajasthan Police Seize 9,550 kg Explosives Ahead of Republic Day

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

Police in Rajasthan’s Nagaur district seized a massive stockpile of explosives and explosive materials from a farm in Harsaur village on the eve of Republic Day. During a late-night raid on January 25, officers recovered 9,550 kg of ammonium nitrate stored in 187 sacks along with detonators and fuse wires. A 58-year-old man, identified as […]

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CJI Says Delayed Justice Is Destroyed

By BPN News Desk January 24, 2026

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant warned that delays in court decisions can destroy justice rather than merely deny it. Speaking at the Fali Nariman Memorial Lecture in Mumbai, he said prompt judicial intervention is vital, especially for ordinary citizens facing executive actions where timely relief is often the only real form of justice. Role […]

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Top Maoist Leader Killed in Jharkhand Encounter

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

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 and Role Patiram Manjhi was a Central Committee member of the banned CPI […]

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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 […]

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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

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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 […]

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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 […]