National Politics

Mallikarjun Kharge Raises Haldwani Shuddhikaran Row

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2026

Congress president and Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge has raised the Haldwani “shuddhikaran” controversy in Parliament, saying the ritual made him feel he was being treated as “untouchable”. BJP leader J.P. Nadda condemned the reported incident and promised an investigation. Kharge Raises Haldwani Shuddhikaran Row Kharge referred to a

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Vande Mataram Played in Lok Sabha for First Time

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2026

The Lok Sabha opened proceedings with the full rendition of Vande Mataram for the first time on Thursday, August 13, as Parliament’s Monsoon Session came to an end. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and other MPs were present in the House. Vande Mataram Played in Lok Sabha All six stanzas of […]

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Prashant Kishor Blames Samrat for BJP’s Bankipur Loss

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2026

Jan Suraaj Party founder and newly elected Bankipur MLA Prashant Kishor has said the BJP’s defeat in its long-held Bihar bastion was driven primarily by local factors and dissatisfaction with Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, rather than the recent wave of Gen Z-led protests. Prashant Kishor Blames Samrat Choudhary Kishor said the BJP’s loss in Bankipur […]

Law & Order National

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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UN Report Links AQIS to Red Fort Blast

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2026

A United Nations Security Council sanctions monitoring report has officially attributed the November 2025 Red Fort car bomb attack in Delhi to Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS). The blast killed 11 people, injured several others and caused extensive property damage near the historic monument. AQIS Linked to Red Fort Terror Attack The attack occurred […]

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Centre Sends FCRA Bill to JPC for Review

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2026

The Centre has stepped back from immediately pushing the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 through Parliament, referring the proposed legislation to a Joint Parliamentary Committee following objections from Opposition parties, Christian organisations and leaders from northeastern States. FCRA Amendment Bill Sent to JPC The Lok Sabha approved a motion

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Government Warns Air India, Orders Tighter Drug Tests

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2026

The government has warned Air India to strengthen operational oversight and “take responsibility” for safety following a serious incident involving its Phuket-Delhi flight AI 2379 on August 4. The aviation ministry has also directed the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to review and strengthen drug-testing rules for aviation personnel. Government Warns Air

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Rahul Gandhi Attacks PM Modi After Adani Relief

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has launched a fresh attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi after a US court dismissed criminal charges against industrialist Gautam Adani, alleging that India’s interests had been compromised to secure relief for the businessman. Gandhi did not present evidence showing that the Indian government influenced the US proceedings. Rahul Gandhi

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PM Modi Warns Youth Against Taking Shortcuts

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged young people to avoid shortcuts in life, warning that quick routes to success can ultimately limit their potential. He made the remarks while releasing former President Ram Nath Kovind’s autobiography, Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles, at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi. PM Modi Warns Youth […]