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FIRs Filed Over Social Media Posts Targeting CJI Gavai

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

Punjab Police have filed multiple FIRs across several districts after receiving complaints about abusive and casteist social media posts aimed at Chief Justice of India B. R. Gavai. The action follows the recent incident where advocate Rakesh Kishore attempted to hurl a shoe at the CJI inside the Supreme Court. Nature of Allegations According to […]

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₹6.85 Lakh Crore Tax Disputes Still Pending: CJI

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

Chief Justice of India B. R. Gavai has highlighted that disputes worth ₹6.85 lakh crore remain pending before the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT). He shared this while addressing a symposium on the role and challenges faced by the tribunal. Reduction in Case Backlog Justice Gavai praised ITAT’s progress in clearing cases, noting that the […]

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SC: Railways Must Pay Victims Despite Technical Lapses

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

The Supreme Court has ruled that Indian Railways cannot deny compensation to accident victims solely on the basis of technical or procedural lapses. The court held that confirming a valid train ticket for the same date and route is sufficient to establish a bona fide claim. Case Background & Judgment The decision came while overturning […]

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Starmer Brings Bollywood, Business to India

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has landed in Mumbai leading a record 125-member trade delegation, seeking to strengthen economic and cultural ties with India. The visit comes soon after the signing of the UK-India free trade agreement in July. Focus on Films and Business Starmer’s team includes business leaders, cultural representatives, and film industry executives. […]

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Amit Shah Ditches Google, Microsoft for Zoho

By BPN News Desk October 8, 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has moved his official email to Zoho Mail, marking a clear endorsement of Indian-developed technology. His new address—amitshah.bjp@zohomail.in—was shared publicly with instructions to use it for official correspondence. Push for Swadeshi Technology The switch reflects the government’s growing emphasis on Atmanirbhar Bharat and Digital India,

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Criminal Contempt Action Sought Over Shoe Attack on CJI Gavai

By BPN News Desk October 8, 2025

A plea has been filed seeking criminal contempt proceedings against Advocate Rakesh Kishore, who allegedly attempted to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India B. R. Gavai inside the Supreme Court courtroom. The request has been made to the Attorney General of India for his consent, as required under law. Incident Details The attack […]

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1 GB Data Now Cheaper Than Tea, Says PM Modi

By BPN News Desk October 8, 2025

At the opening of India Mobile Congress 2025 in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed that 1 GB of wireless data in India now costs less than a cup of tea. He used the remark to highlight India’s strides in making digital services more affordable and accessible. Context of the Statement Modi was inaugurating […]

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Starmer Sees India Trade Deal as “Unparalleled Opportunity”

By BPN News Desk October 8, 2025

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has described the UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as an “unparalleled opportunity” during his ongoing visit to India, emphasizing the economic gains he expects for both nations. Trade Deal Outlook Starmer said the agreement, signed in July 2025, paves the way for lower tariffs and greater market access. He urged […]

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ED Raids Actor Homes in Luxury Car Smuggling Probe

By BPN News Desk October 8, 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids at 17 locations across Kerala and Tamil Nadu in connection with a luxury car smuggling and foreign exchange violation case. Residences of popular actors Dulquer Salmaan and Prithviraj Sukumaran were among the premises searched. Details of the Case The investigation is linked to Operation Numkhor, targeting the alleged

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EC Plans Pan-India Revision of Voter Rolls

By BPN News Desk October 8, 2025

The Election Commission of India has decided to carry out a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across all states and union territories. The decision follows a similar exercise already conducted in Bihar. Announcement and Rationale Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar said the pan-India SIR is “a work in progress.” The EC will announce […]