Law & Order National

Delhi HC Upholds Revocation of Celebi’s Security Clearance

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

The Delhi High Court has upheld the government’s decision to revoke the security clearance of Turkish firm Celebi Airport Services India, citing national security concerns amidst rising geopolitical tensions. The court dismissed Celebi’s challenge, marking a decisive stance in favor of security over procedural leniency. Celebi clearance The security clearance was

Defence National

India’s First ATAGS Regiment to Be Battle‑Ready by Feb 2027

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

India’s artillery modernization program is set for a major milestone as the first regiment of the Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) will be ready for operational deployment by February 2027. This regiment will comprise 18 long-range 155 mm/52 caliber howitzers and forms part of the Army’s ambitious Artillery Profile 2027, designed to replace legacy […]

National

Trade Unions Call Massive Bharat Bandh on July 9

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

A united front of ten central trade unions and their affiliated organizations has called for a nationwide Bharat Bandh on July 9, mobilizing what they claim will be over 25 crore workers from across India. The strike is aimed at protesting against what the unions describe as “anti-worker, anti-farmer, and pro-corporate” policies of the central […]

National

All-Party MPs Push for Bharat Ratna for Dalai Lama, Parliament Address Proposal

By BPN News Desk July 7, 2025

A cross-party group of Indian Members of Parliament has launched a formal campaign urging the central government to confer the Bharat Ratna on the 14th Dalai Lama and invite him to address a joint sitting of Parliament. The move, supported by MPs from the BJP, BJD, JD(U), and other parties, is being seen as a […]

Law & Order National

SC Rejects Interim Stay on Bihar’s Voter List Revision

By BPN News Desk July 7, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has declined to grant an interim stay on the Election Commission’s roll revision in Bihar, allowing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) to proceed while a full hearing is pending. The EC aims to update voter rolls ahead of upcoming elections under this exercise. Bihar voter roll In rejecting the stay, […]

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Ex-CJIs Back One-Nation-One-Election but Urge Safeguards

By BPN News Desk July 7, 2025

Several former Chief Justices of India have expressed support for the constitutionality of the “one nation, one election” proposal, while cautioning lawmakers about critical gaps in the current version of the bill. Their testimonies were made before the Joint Parliamentary Committee reviewing the proposed constitutional amendment aimed at synchronizing Lok Sabha and state

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Ex-CJI Chandrachud Delays Official Residence Move Due to Special-Needs Daughters

By BPN News Desk July 7, 2025

Former Chief Justice of India (CJI) Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud has shared a deeply personal reason for delaying his departure from the Supreme Court’s official residence complex. He revealed that two of his daughters have special needs, requiring consistent attention, and this made an immediate move challenging for the family. Chandrachud In a heartfelt statement,

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Strike: Mahua Moitra Challenges EC’s Voter Roll Revision in Bihar

By BPN News Desk July 7, 2025

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has approached the Supreme Court seeking a stay on the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls in Bihar. The revision process, she argues, is a “great danger to democracy” and a “crazy exercise to disenfranchise”, particularly targeting the poor, youth, and migrant populations. Mahua Moitra In […]

Law & Order

Ex‑CJI Chandrachud Delays Move Due to Daughters’ Special Needs

By BPN News Desk July 6, 2025

Retired Chief Justice of India, Justice Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud, has explained his extended stay in the official CJI residence at Krishna Menon Marg, New Delhi, citing personal reasons related to his family. The Supreme Court administration recently asked the government to reclaim the bungalow, stating that Chandrachud’s permitted occupancy had expired. In response, he

Defence

IAF Considers Israeli Air LORA Missile for Precision Strikes

By Editor - News Desk July 6, 2025

The Indian Air Force is evaluating the acquisition of Israel Aerospace Industries’ advanced Air‑LORA ballistic missile to significantly enhance its long-range strike capabilities. The Air‑LORA, an air‑launched variant of the LORA missile, offers a range of up to 400 km with precision guidance, enabling deep‑strike potential against heavily defended targets without exposing