Pollution Control Funds Largely Unused, Panel Flags Concerns

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2025

Environment

The Environment Ministry is under scrutiny after a parliamentary panel revealed that it had utilized less than 1% of the ₹858 crore allocated for pollution control in the financial year 2024–25. The finding has raised alarms about administrative inefficiencies and delayed implementation of

Government Policies

Former CJI N.V. Ramana Raises Legal Concerns Over ‘One Nation, One Election’ Proposal

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2025

In a recent session of the Parliamentary panel examining the “One Nation, One Election” proposal, former Chief Justice of India, N.V. Ramana, expressed concerns regarding the legal viability of conducting simultaneous elections across the country. Justice Ramana highlighted that implementing such a system would necessitate extensive constitutional amendments,

National

Indian Government Considers Stricter Regulations for Online Content Amid Controversies

By BPN News Desk February 24, 2025

In response to recent controversies surrounding online content, notably involving YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, the Indian government is evaluating the need for stricter regulations governing digital platforms. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) has acknowledged growing societal concerns that the constitutional right to freedom of expression is being

National

Parliamentary Panel Summons Meta Over Zuckerberg’s Remarks on Indian Elections

By BPN News Desk January 15, 2025

An Indian parliamentary committee has announced plans to summon representatives from Meta Platforms Inc. This decision follows recent statements by CEO Mark Zuckerberg concerning the company’s involvement in India’s electoral processes. Zuckerberg’s remarks have prompted concerns among lawmakers about the extent of Meta’s influence on the democratic