Delhi Gymkhana Club Moves High Court

By BPN News Desk May 25, 2026

North India State News

Delhi Gymkhana Club has approached the Delhi High Court against the Centre’s eviction order directing it to vacate its 27.3-acre premises in Lutyens’ Delhi by June 5. The matter is expected to be heard urgently as the club challenges the legality and timing of the government’s directive. Delhi

South India State News

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Demands Fuel Price Hike Rollback

By BPN News Desk May 15, 2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has criticised the Centre over the latest petrol and diesel price hike, calling for an immediate rollback and accusing the Union government of increasing fuel rates soon after the conclusion of Assembly elections in five states. Vijay Attacks Centre Over Fuel Price Hike In his first major attack […]

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Refuses Transgender Act Stay

By BPN News Desk May 4, 2026

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to stay the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026, while seeking responses from the Centre, States and Union Territories on petitions challenging the law’s constitutional validity. Supreme Court On Transgender Amendment Act A Bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said the court was not […]

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Centre Revokes Sonam Wangchuk NSA Detention

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

The Centre has revoked the detention of climate activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act, bringing an end to a preventive detention order that had drawn attention in recent weeks. Officials confirmed that the decision was taken after reviewing the circumstances surrounding his detention. Sonam Wangchuk Detention Revoked Sonam Wangchuk

National

Centre Sets Up Fund To Tackle Global Risks

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

The Centre has proposed a new economic stabilisation fund of Rs 57,381 crore to help India respond to global economic pressures, supply chain disruptions and other external shocks. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the move is aimed at giving the government fiscal flexibility at a time when global uncertainty, including the West Asia conflict, is […]

National

Centre Warns States Over LPG Panic

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2026

The Centre has asked states to ensure that panic over LPG cylinder availability does not turn into a law-and-order problem, as concerns over fuel supplies continue amid the West Asia crisis. The advisory came after reports of panic booking, hoarding concerns and confusion over whether supply curbs applied only to commercial cylinders or also to […]

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Extends Tribunal Members’ Tenure

By BPN News Desk March 10, 2026

The Supreme Court has approved the Centre’s proposal to extend the tenure of chairpersons and members of various tribunals who are due to retire soon, giving temporary relief to a system facing the risk of fresh vacancies and disruption in functioning. Supreme Court Approves Tribunal Term Extension A Bench led by Chief Justice of India […]

International

Government to SC: Only Family Should Negotiate

By BPN News Desk July 18, 2025

The Government of India has informed the Supreme Court that the responsibility for securing clemency for Nimisha Priya in Yemen should lie solely with her family. The Centre made it clear that no outside party, including community leaders or social organisations, should interfere in the sensitive diplomatic matter. Attorney General R Venkataramani, representing the Union

Economy National

Centre Proposes Reduction in States’ Tax Share from FY27

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2025

The central government is reportedly considering a reduction in the tax revenue share allocated to states, starting from the fiscal year 2026-27. This proposal, if implemented, could have far-reaching implications for state finances and their ability to fund various developmental projects. Proposed Changes in Tax Revenue Distribution Currently, states receive 42% of the

Law & Order

Supreme Court Seeks Government Response on Rising Cybercrimes and Spam Calls

By Editor - News Desk January 15, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has issued a notice to the Central Government in response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) highlighting the significant increase in cybercrimes and the persistent nuisance of unsolicited spam calls across the country. A bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar acknowledged the concerns presented in the […]