Popular educator Faisal Khan, widely known as Khan Sir, has received interim protection from arrest from a Patna court in connection with a firing case linked to his coaching institute.

The relief comes days after an FIR was registered against Khan Sir following a violent incident outside his coaching centre in Patna. The case relates to allegations that security personnel associated with the institute opened fire during a clash that erupted near the premises earlier this month.

According to reports, the court has temporarily stayed coercive action against Khan Sir while legal proceedings continue. The protection provides him relief from immediate arrest as investigators continue examining the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Background of the case

The controversy began after a confrontation near Khan Sir’s coaching institute in Patna’s Kadamkuan area. Videos circulating on social media allegedly showed security guards firing shots during the disturbance. Following the incident, Bihar Police detained two security guards and launched an investigation.

Police later registered a case against Khan Sir under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Arms Act after statements recorded during the investigation. Authorities have maintained that the probe is ongoing and further legal action will depend on the findings of the investigation.

Khan Sir has denied any wrongdoing and previously maintained that the firing occurred in self-defence during a violent attack on the coaching institute. He has also alleged that the incident was part of a larger conspiracy against his institution, though investigators have not publicly confirmed such claims.

The court’s interim protection does not amount to a final verdict on the case. The investigation and related legal proceedings are expected to continue in the coming days.

Barely days after taking charge as Karnataka Chief Minister, D. K. Shivakumar is grappling with mounting dissatisfaction within the Congress ranks over cabinet formation and portfolio allocation.

Several legislators who were left out of the ministry, along with some unhappy over the departments assigned to them, have reportedly approached the party’s central leadership in New Delhi, creating a fresh headache for the new chief minister. The unrest comes at a time when Shivakumar is attempting to stabilize his administration following a major leadership transition in the state.

Cabinet formation sparks discontent

The Congress government in Karnataka was sworn in earlier this month with Shivakumar taking oath as chief minister along with a limited set of ministers. The cabinet still has several vacancies, leaving many legislators hopeful of a future berth.

However, the exclusion of several senior leaders and dissatisfaction over portfolio distribution have triggered lobbying efforts in Delhi. The issue adds to the political challenges facing Shivakumar as he seeks to balance regional, caste and factional interests within the ruling party.

Recent controversies add pressure

The latest developments come after a series of cabinet-related controversies. Senior leader Ramalinga Reddy had earlier expressed unhappiness over portfolio allocation, while Krishna Byre Gowda also raised concerns regarding responsibilities linked to his department. These episodes have highlighted internal tensions within the Congress government.

Shivakumar has also faced criticism over the absence of women in the first phase of cabinet formation, though he has indicated that future expansions could address representation concerns.

Delhi leadership likely to play key role

With multiple aspirants reportedly reaching out to the party high command, the Congress leadership may have to step in to manage competing demands and prevent factional tensions from escalating. The handling of cabinet expansion and portfolio adjustments is expected to be closely watched in the coming weeks.

For Shivakumar, who recently achieved his long-standing ambition of becoming chief minister, managing internal expectations may prove as important as governing the state itself.

The political crisis within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) intensified on Monday after party MP Sharmila Sarkar claimed that a dissident faction backed by around 20 MPs was seeking to function separately in Parliament and extend support to the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA).

Speaking amid the ongoing turmoil within the party, Sarkar said the rebel group had communicated its position to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and was seeking recognition as a separate parliamentary grouping.

According to Sarkar, dissatisfaction has been growing among several MPs over the party’s functioning and internal decision-making processes. She alleged that many lawmakers felt their concerns were not being adequately addressed within the organisation.

Rebel faction stakes claim

Sarkar claimed that around 20 MPs were associated with the dissident faction and intended to support the NDA in Parliament while functioning separately from the Trinamool Congress.

If the move materialises and receives the necessary recognition, it could have significant implications for the party’s strength in Parliament and pose a major challenge for the TMC leadership.

The claim comes amid a period of internal unrest within the Trinamool Congress, marked by public disagreements involving several leaders and the recent resignation of senior Rajya Sabha MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy from the party.

Party yet to confirm rebels’ claims

Reports have suggested that rebel leaders have been holding discussions in Delhi as the crisis unfolds. However, the Trinamool Congress leadership has not officially confirmed the dissidents’ claim that around 20 MPs are backing the proposed separate grouping.

As political developments continue to unfold, attention is now focused on whether the rebel faction can formally secure recognition under parliamentary procedures and how the party leadership responds to the challenge.

For now, Sarkar’s remarks have added to speculation about a possible split within the party’s parliamentary ranks at a time when opposition parties are attempting to maintain unity at the national level.