Crime Branch registers three more cases in Kerala PSC exam fraud
Ongoing investigation reportedly finds malpractice in three other examinations conducted between 2019 and 2023; alleged irregularities relate to examinations conducted for the posts of Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector, Fisheries Officer and Inspector in the Khadi Board
Sanjay Kishan Kaul has raised concerns regarding the judicial appointment approach of former Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud. Legal experts have expressed differing opinions on Kaul's criticisms, with some defending Chandrachud's tenure and others supporting Kaul. Senior advocates have highlighted issues related to judicial independence and the allocation of sensitive cases during Chandrachud's administration. While some praise his leadership, others suggest he was deferential to the government.
Blood of youths at Jantar Mantar cries out for justice, says writer Sarah Joseph
Writer inaugurates AISFs day-and-night sit-in in Thrissur, alleging attacks on democratic rights and calling for nationwide protests against the suppression of student movements
The Madras High Court Judge also says very few sitting judges possess the expertise to deal with applications under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. He feels that change of arbitration portfolio from one judge to another every three months may not help in speedy delivery of justice
Mumbai Crime Branch seizes codeine cough syrup worth Rs 75,000 in Chembur
According to the police, the team detained the man and searched him, recovering 75 bottles of Codeine Cuff Syrup, each containing 100 ml. The accuseds identity has not been disclosed
Independence of Judiciary and Justice Sanjay Kaul
THE REPORT OF RITU SARIN in Indian Express on October 10, 2026, with a screaming headline that As Chief Justice of India, Justice D Y Chandrachud was too deferential to the Government when it came to appointments remind Mahatma Gandhis article, The Hallucination of Law Courts published in Young India on October 6, 1920. Ritu Sarins report is based on the forthcoming book Without Fear ofFavour of justice ((Retd) Sanjay Kaul of Supreme Court being published by Juggernaut later this month. It devastatingly brings out justice Kauls account that at one time, Chandrachud as Chief Justice sought Governments nod before the Collegium had met and, once, even voiced the Governments bizarre query regarding the caste of a minority-faith judge candidate. In such expose that former CJI Chandrachud was deferential to the Government there is an echo Mahatma Gandhis statement in his aforementioned article, The Hallucination of Law Courts . With deep anguish he wrote in it, The worst is that they(law courts) support the authority of a government. They he remarked are supposed to dispense justice and are therefore called the palladile of a nation's liberty. But when they support the authority of an unrighteous Government they are no longer palladile of liberty, they are crushing houses to crush a nation's spirit, he sharply stated. Proceeding further he emphatically and presciently wrote, Let no one suppose that these things would be changed when Indian judges and Indian prosecutors take the place of Englishmen. So, Gandhis utterances of 1920 that The worst is that they(law courts) support the authority of a government and Let no one suppose that these things would be changed when Indian judges and Indian prosecutors take the place of Englishmen are playing out in the expose of justice Kaul that former CJI was deferential to the Government. Nehru on Independence of Judiciary On 24 th May 1949 Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru participated in the discussion in the Constituent Assembly on Article 103 of the draft Constitution (now Article 124 of the Constitution) dealing with the establishment and constitution of the Supreme Court comprising Chief Justice and other judges. While doing so he very boldly said, It is important that these judges should be not only first-rate, but should be acknowledged to be first-rate in the country, and of the highest integrity, if necessary, people who can stand up against the executive government, and whoever may come in their way. Executive Court Nehrus words that the judges should have the courage to stand up against the executive government, and whoever may come in their way deserve to be recalled and reiterated particularly when, of late, independence and integrity of people appointed as judges of Supreme Court and High Courts are being questioned with credible material. In his article The Troubling Legacy of Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi , Gautam Bhatia charged that the Supreme Court was made to ally with the Government and very sharply remarked, His tenure will be remembered for the rise of the Executive Court, one which has made the Supreme Court indistinguishable from the executive. Justice Kauls remarks that CJI Chandrachud was deferential to the Government reinforces the remark made by Bhatia in his seminal article. Independent Judiciary, Signifies Independence of India Such worrisome developments clearly underline the demolition of independence of judiciary from the executive as mandated by the Constitution. Indira Jaisingh, former Additional Solicitor General of India and Senior Advocate in her interview to the DeKoder, two months back in August this year, candidly stated that The capture of the Supreme Court by the ruling parties worried her the most. Reflecting on crucial importance of independence of judiciary to safeguard of the country she very profoundly said, If You Dont Have an Independent Judiciary, Youre Not an Independent Country. She told that when young lawyers approached her seeking advice how to discharge their duties in such an atmosphere she asked that to work in manner as if they owned the court. What is troubling is that the loss of independence of judiciary because of the deferential attitude of Chief Justices and charge that the SC has become an executive court spells calamitous consequences for the freedom, liberty and independence of India. Look at the remark of Justice Joymalya Bagchi of the supreme court who nonchalantly remarked that 2.7 million voters in West Bengal would vote in next elections because their appeals for getting enrolled in the voter list are being adjudicated by judicial tribunals. And when by elections were conducted recently to two Assembly constituencies and lawyers pleaded that those voters could not vote again in this election cycle as well he famously dismissed by saying this is only by election. One wonders how a judge could be so indifferent and insensitive to the constitutional right to vote guaranteed to all citizens from 18 years of age onwards. SC on Test Indian Express in its editorial The knock on the Supreme Courts door published on October 6, 2026 referred to its expose of September 23 unmasking of malfunctioning of Election Commission headed by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in implementing SIR leading to mass scale disenfranchisement of voters. It then observed The citizens fundamental right to participate in the electoral process has to be protected at all costs. But even as the EC went back on its own record of inclusiveness, even as it shifted the burden of proof onto the vulnerable voter and set up a hurdle race at every stage of the SIR, the Court kept giving it the benefit of every doubt. Going ahead, therefore, not just the EC, the Court is also on test. The crisis of credibility plaguing the Supreme Court is getting accelerated. It would spell disastrous consequences for our Republic. Can the Chief Justice of India and other judges question the Government of the Day and hold it account for its acts of commission and omission egregiously violating the Constitution and rule of law? Only if the CJI and other judges can do so the independence of judiciary can be upheld. Failure to do so would constantly remind the forceful utterances of Indira Jaisingh that, If You Dont Have an Independent Judiciary, Youre Not an Independent Country. It has now become a categorical imperative for the judges to restore the independence of judiciary to save the Constitution and safeguard the independence of India.
New Future City Police Commissioner conducts crime review meeting
Hyderabad: Newly appointed Future City Police Commissioner Dr Tarun Joshi reviewed 108 criminal cases under his commissionerate on Saturday, October 24. Amongst these, 68 are non-grave and 40 are registered under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Act. The meeting focused on strengthening investigations, addressing delays in pending cases, improving coordination among investigating officers and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Future City Police Commissioner Tarun Joshi Holds Crime Review Meeting
During the meeting, a total of 108 cases, including 68 non-grave cases and 40 grave, old pending and SC/ST cases, were taken up for review.
Cocaine-linked crimes on the rise in Britain as consumption surges
Trivikram says Venkateshs Adarsha Kutumbam blends crime comedy and black comedy
Patchy access to Indian-language ballots across US despite growing voter numbers
Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 25 (IANS) An Indian-American voter in Chicago can cast a ballot on Nov 3 on a touchscreen in Hindi, Gujarati or Urdu at every polling site in the city, while one in Texas, home to more than 628,000 Indian Americans, will find no Indian language on the ballot at all, an IANS review of election offices across the country has found. The Chicago Board of Election Commissioners offers touchscreen and audio ballots in the three languages at every site, and paper ballots in Hindi in precincts with high need. Bilingual officials speaking Hindi and Urdu staffed early-voting sites in Wards 33, 34, 39 and 40 earlier this year, with Gujarati also offered in Ward 40. Suburban Cook County runs phone hotlines in Hindi at (312) 603-6743, Gujarati at 603-6746 and Urdu at 603-6748. The picture is patchier elsewhere. In Nassau County, New York, the state Board of Elections determined in July 2025 that the county must provide Malayalam under the New York Voting Rights Act, with about 6,509 Asian Indian voting-age citizens with limited English. The state posts Malayalam versions of mail, absentee and accessible-ballot request forms. But IANS found no evidence on the Nassau Board of Elections website of a Malayalam ballot, a Malayalam sample ballot or Malayalam interpreters days before the vote. Middlesex County, New Jersey, is covered for Asian Indian languages under Section 203 of the federal Voting Rights Act, which extends to ballots. IANS found only vote-by-mail applications in Gujarati, Hindi and Punjabi, and no evidence of translated ballots or sample ballots. In Texas, which had 628,608 Indian Americans in the 2023 American Community Survey, IANS found only remote Hindi interpreters in Harris County. The Harris ballot itself is in English, Spanish, Vietnamese and Chinese. Help is more visible in other places. In Queens, the New York City Board of Elections provides Hindi, Punjabi and Bengali interpreters, with Bengali on ballot-marking devices. Brooklyn offers Bengali and Urdu. California counties provide reference, or facsimile, ballots in Hindi, Punjabi, Bengali, Urdu, Telugu, Gujarati and Nepali under state law. Santa Clara County lists Hindi as an official ballot language. In Hamtramck, Michigan, the city has posted a Bangla sample ballot for November, even though a court-ordered Bengali programme expired in 2025. In July 2025, the Justice Department issued guidance to agencies to minimise non-essential multilingual services. Section 203 remains law through 2032. NPR reported in September that a 78-page Department of Homeland Security list of jurisdictions offering non-English election materials covered Section 203 jurisdictions, which means it likely includes Indian- and Bangladeshi-language areas such as Cook, Middlesex, Queens and Hamtramck. The list has not been published. The Census Bureaus next Section 203 determinations, which decide which counties must offer which languages, are expected in December 2026. The stakes are measured in numbers. According to AAPI Data, about 891,000 adults in the US speak Hindi, the fifth most spoken language among Asian adults. Some 529,000 speak Urdu, 498,000 Telugu, 458,000 Gujarati and 429,000 Bengali. About 16.7 per cent of Asian Indian adults have limited English proficiency, the lowest among major Asian groups, against 44.2 per cent of Bangladeshi adults. Census data show 998,170 Indian Americans in California, 628,608 in Texas, 446,417 in New Jersey, 416,407 in New York and 277,961 in Illinois. Under federal law, any voter who needs help may bring a person of their choice into the booth, other than an employer or union representative. Voters seeking help can call the APIAVote and Advancing Justice-AAJC hotline at 1-888-API-VOTE, which lists assistance in Hindi, Punjabi, Bengali and Urdu.
Mira-Bhayandar Crime Branch uncovers interstate network spanning four states
The Crime Branchs Unit 4 raided the factory in the Pashamylaram Industrial Development Area (IDA), Patancheru, in Sangareddy district on October 21 and arrested an accused identified as Ramesh Babu Sake
Indian-American Democrat Amish Shah Faces Trump-Backed Jay Feely in Arizona House Race
Indian-American Democrat Amish Shah, who has pledged to cut taxes for middle-class families, support small businesses and make housing and health care more affordable, is challenging Republican Jay Feely, a former NFL kicker and broadcaster who has been friends and golf partners with President Donald Trump for decades. Trump and his allies are making a late push to support Feely in the Arizona congressional race.
Ahmedabad Crime Branch Busts Liquor Smuggling Operation Disguised as Peanut Shipment
Ahmedabad police uncover a liquor smuggling operation involving nearly 6,000 bottles hidden in peanut bags, arresting a suspect from Madhya Pradesh. Ahmedabad Crime Branch Busts Liquor Smuggling Operation Disguised as Peanut Shipment
Entrepreneur Jai Rawat completes 3,168-mile unsupported cross-country bicycle ride
After 52 days, 14 states and more than 100,000 feet of elevation gain, entrepreneur Jai Rawat and two longtime friends completed a 3,168-mile bicycle journey from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., overcoming extreme heat, dangerous highways, aggressive dogs, steep climbs, and multiple accidents along the way.
Kashmir Police Focuses on Swift Crime Resolution and Winter Preparedness
IGP Sujit Kumar emphasizes timely crime investigations and winter readiness during a high-level review meeting in Kashmir. Kashmir Police Focuses on Swift Crime Resolution and Winter Preparedness
Too late: Hisar couple dies before justice is served in sons accident case
Ensure justice for child abuse, not mob justice: Hefazat
Calls for fair investigations, exemplary punishment and stronger child protection measures at schools and madrasas
Drone strikes kill 3: Kyiv hits Omsk plant and Ozon hub; power cut in Crimea and east
Cong seeks Crime Branch probe, calls bandh
Parsi, Zoroastrian Groups Urge Modi To Protect Tata Trusts Amid Listing Dispute
Several Parsi and Zoroastrian organizations have appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to protect the Tata Group's governance structure and long-term vision, warning that the ongoing dispute over Tata Sons could affect one of India's most prominent business institutions.
Vanni Arasu demands implementation of Justice Chandru Committee report over Coimbatore student death
Karnatak University to hold seminar on social justice on October 27
Karnatak University will be organising a national seminar on the thoughts of Valmiki, Buddha, Basavanna and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, focusing on social justice, equality and social inclusion, on October 27
Over 25,000 Attend Dussehra Diwali Dhamaka 2026 In California
The Bay Area's Indian American community came together in Pleasanton for a large-scale celebration of Dussehra and Diwali, with more than 25,000 people attending the Dussehra Diwali Dhamaka (DDD) 2026 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds.
Hindu Parents Network Seeks Nationwide Push For Accurate Teaching Of Hinduism
A Hindu American parents' group is seeking to influence how Hinduism is taught in U.S. schools by working directly with teachers, as debates over the portrayal of Hinduism in textbooks continue across the country.
Crime Branch Files Chargesheet in Fake Certificate Job Case
JAMMU, Oct 24: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Jammu has filed a chargesheet against a Health Department employee for allegedly securing a government job as a Dental Assistant using a forged matriculation certificate. The chargesheet was filed before the Court of the 4th Additional Munsiff, Jammu, against Sohan Lal Singh and his [] The post Crime Branch Files Chargesheet in Fake Certificate Job Case appeared first on Northlines .
When Faith Meets The Failure Of Governance
By Inderjit Badhwar The Kolkata tragedy is a reminder that public safety cannot be left to chance, political expediency or promises of compensation after lives have been lost. There are few contradictions more painful than a gathering devoted to the triumph of good over evil ending in the deaths of those who came to worship. [] The post When Faith Meets The Failure Of Governance appeared first on India Legal .
Nineteen people, including two children, were crushed to death at a Kolkata Durga Puja pandal when a sudden downpour and a panic-inducing announcement triggered a deadly surge inside a reportedly unsafe structure. The tragedy raises urgent questions about crowd management, official negligence, political accountability and the duty of the state to protect life The post Death By Devotion appeared first on India Legal .
Exclusive interview with Marco Rubio: 'Five years from now, India and America will have one of the strongest ties in the world'
When Justice Threatens A Dharna
The apex courts unusual warning over pedestrian safety outside the Delhi High Court exposes a deeper failure of public administration: what must citizens do when even judicial directions fail to deliver the most basic public services? The post When Justice Threatens A Dharna appeared first on India Legal .
Mumbai Crime Branch Apprehends Suspect in Tiger Shroff Shooting Case
A suspect linked to the Tiger Shroff shooting incident has been detained by Mumbai Crime Branch in Indore, as investigations continue. Mumbai Crime Branch Apprehends Suspect in Tiger Shroff Shooting Case
A Promise Still Waiting To Be Kept
The MSME Development (Amendment) Act, 2026, promises tighter timelines, faster dispute resolution and stronger recovery mechanisms for micro and small suppliers. But with its key dispute-resolution provisions yet to come into forceand an earlier 90-day deadline repeatedly found ineffectivethe crucial question is whether this reform will finally turn delayed payments into a problem the law can solve The post A Promise Still Waiting To Be Kept appeared first on India Legal .
Children, The Internet And The Right To Freedom
The apex court rejects blanket restrictions on childrens digital access, arguing that protection must not come at the cost of fundamental rights. But as governments worldwide tighten controls, can India find a more effective way to protect its young from online harm? The post Children, The Internet And The Right To Freedom appeared first on India Legal .
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Ukraine drone attacks cut power and water in Crimea, hit Russian petrochemical plant
Lakhimpur Kheri violence case: Trial judge replaced after Supreme Court flags victims
The trial in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case, in which Ashish Mishra, son of former Union Minister of State for Home Ajay Mishra, is the prime accused, will now be conducted before a new district judge following concerns raised by the victims families over the conduct of the presiding judicial officer. Judicial officer Lokesh [] The post Lakhimpur Kheri violence case: Trial judge replaced after Supreme Court flags victims concerns appeared first on India Legal .
'Iran's Plot Against Americans Have Reached Advanced Stages': US Spy Chief
The warning comes after Washington ordered non-essential US embassy staff and their families to leave Saudi Arabia this week, following increasing attacks from Yemen's Houthis.
'China Poisoning Americans': Hegseth Flags '80 Beijing-Backed Cells' In US; 'Nat'l Security At Risk'
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has accused China-backed Confucius Institutes of operating as secret propaganda cells inside American universities. In a video address from Washington, Hegseth claimed that 80 organisations had resurfaced under new names across 30 universities, allegedly continuing efforts to steal intellectual property and influence American students.
Another Epic Fury: US President Trump Warns Iran Of Fresh Strikes As Tehran Says Dont Play With Fire
Donald Trump warns of renewed military action if Iran fails to reach a deal, while Tehran threatens retaliation after a US envoy says a strike could happen this weekend.
Tiger Shroff firing: Mumbai Crime Branch recovers 2 firearms in Surat
The Mumbai Crime Branch has recovered two firearms and 10 live cartridges from Surat in connection with the October 19 firing incident near Tiger Shroffs Juhu football turf. Investigators are also probing allegations that the shooters received real-time updates
Indian-American Candidates Spend Nearly $24 Million in Fierce Election Battle
Two Indian-American candidates face off in a costly election, with funding reaching $23.89 million from major PACs. Indian-American Candidates Spend Nearly $24 Million in Fierce Election Battle
Gangsters Himanshu Bhau, Neeraj Faridpuria Arrested In U.S., India Seeks Deportation
Two gangsters wanted in several murder and organized crime cases in India have been arrested in Las Vegas, with Indian authorities now working to bring them back to face the charges against them.
DMK, AIADMK slam TVK govt over rising crimes against women; accuse CM Vijay of 'sleep mode'
Opposition parties in Tamil Nadu have raised serious concerns about increased crimes against women. Following recent violent incidents, leaders have criticized Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's lack of action. DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin highlighted specific cases of assaults and demanded immediate legal response. AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami expressed shock at the government's failure to protect women effectively.
U.S. spy chief warns Iran has ramped up efforts to target Americans
The warning comes after Washington ordered non-essential U.S. embassy staff and their families to leave Saudi Arabia this week, following increasing attacks from Yemens Houthis
DMK, AIADMK Slam Sleep Mode TVK Govt Over Rising Crimes Against Women
The criticism followed a series of crimes reported over a short span, including the alleged sexual harassment of a college student near Nagercoil in Kanyakumari district by a TVK functionary
T20 Legend And MLC Icon Kieron Pollard Named Mumbai Indians Head Coach For IPL 2027
T20 legend and MLC icon Kieron Pollard will begin a new chapter with the Mumbai Indians as the five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions have appointed him as their head coach ahead of the 2027 season.
Plea in Supreme Court seeks expert committee led by former CJI to scrutinise Election Commission
A petition before the Supreme Court has sought the constitution of an independent expert committee headed by a former Chief Justice of India to examine the functioning of the Election Commission of India (ECI), including its decision-making processes, electoral roll revision mechanisms and electronic voting machine (EVM) protocols. The plea raises concerns over the functioning [] The post Plea in Supreme Court seeks expert committee led by former CJI to scrutinise Election Commissions functioning appeared first on India Legal .
Congress Leader Supports Sharjeel Imam, Criticizes Judiciarys Injustice
Congress leader Udit Raj calls for a probe into controversial slogans at Jamia Millia Islamia and demands justice for Sharjeel Imam. Congress Leader Supports Sharjeel Imam, Criticizes Judiciarys Injustice
Indian-American Voters in Michigan Draw Political Attention as Trump Plans Rally
Indian-American voters in Michigan are becoming a key focus for political parties as Trump prepares for a rally in Port Huron. Indian-American Voters in Michigan Draw Political Attention as Trump Plans Rally
RI, Australia push regional cooperation against transnational crime
Trump Unveils New Seafood Labeling Initiative to Support American Fishermen
President Trump announces a new seafood labeling plan aimed at supporting American fishermen and distinguishing domestic products. Trump Unveils New Seafood Labeling Initiative to Support American Fishermen
Indian-American Student Journalist Says Campus Reform Ended His Role After Democratic Vote
An Indian-American college student in Texas says he has lost his position with Campus Reform, a conservative media outlet after speaking out against anti-Indian bigotry and revealing that he voted for a Democratic candidate in the state's U.S. Senate race.
Trump Claims Putin Released American Citizen Stephen Hubbard After His Appeal
Donald Trump asserts that Vladimir Putin released Stephen Hubbard following a personal request. The release is seen as a diplomatic success. Trump Claims Putin Released American Citizen Stephen Hubbard After His Appeal
Indian Americans in Michigan courted as Trump heads to Port Huron
Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 24 (IANS) Michigans Indian American community, the largest Asian group in a state that could decide control of Congress, is being courted by Asian American political groups in the closing days of the midterm campaign, as President Donald Trump prepares to rally supporters in Port Huron on Sunday. Trump is scheduled to speak at McMorran Place in Port Huron on Sunday, according to the White House schedule, his third rally in three days after Fort Myers, Florida, on Friday and Perry, Georgia, on Saturday. The AAPI Victory Fund, a super PAC that backs Asian American candidates and voters, held a reception at the Godfrey Hotel in Detroit on October 17 attended by Senator Elissa Slotkin and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, the Democratic candidate for governor, according to The Oakland Post, Oakland Universitys student newspaper. We established a super PAC, but that was a very explicit recognition, the groups president, Linh Nguyen, told the paper. There was not enough political money thats actually backing and supporting Asian voters and then Asian candidates. Nguyen said states such as Michigan and Georgia, with large Asian American populations and a history as battlegrounds, had become increasingly important to the groups organising. We can be voting for people like Abdul El-Sayed and be proud of doing that, Nguyen said, referring to the Democratic Senate candidate. The groups Michigan endorsements include El-Sayed, Benson, Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II and Indian American state legislator Ranjeev Puri. Indian Americans number about 138,644 in Michigan, the largest Asian ethnic group in the state, according to an AAPI Data fact sheet. The state has about 123,545 eligible Asian American voters. Michigans Indian American population is concentrated in Oakland County suburbs such as Troy, Novi, Canton and Farmington Hills, which fall in or near competitive House districts. The states only Indian American member of Congress, Democrat Shri Thanedar, represents the Detroit-based 13th District. Port Huron, in St. Clair County, lies in a Republican-leaning part of the states Thumb region. Indian American voters have leaned Democratic in recent elections, but Republicans have made gains with some immigrant communities. Both parties are competing this cycle against a backdrop of tighter H-1B visa rules and a surge in anti-Indian rhetoric online. Michigan voters will choose a governor, a US senator and all 13 House members on November 3.
Indian-American Saritha Komatireddy Gets New York Post Backing In Attorney General Race
With early voting beginning in New York, Indian-American Republican Saritha Komatireddy has received a boost from the New York Post editorial board in her campaign against Democratic Attorney General Letitia James.
What the latest evidence is saying about GLP-1 agonists
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists and related dual agonists (such as semaglutide, liraglutide, and tirzepatide) have transformed the management of type 2 diabetes and chronic obesity. Numerous recent studies have discussed their use, such as those published in the Indian Journal of Pharmacology (2026), The Journal of International Medical Research (2026), Dermatology and Therapy (2026), The FEBS Journal (2026), among others. So, what must the public make out of these reports?
Indian American student says Campus Reform dropped him after anti-bigotry vote
Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 24 (IANS) A 21-year-old Indian American student journalist in Texas says the conservative higher-education outlet Campus Reform has ended his role as a correspondent after he publicly said he voted for a Democrat to protest anti-Indian bigotry, a case that has become a flashpoint in the debate over rising hostility towards Indian Americans on the American right. Vasant Bhatt, a political science student at the University of Houston, announced the move in a post on X on Friday. I exercised my constitutional right to vote according to my conscience, spoke out against anti-Indian bigotry, and refused to toe the Republican Party line. My participation in Campus Reform's correspondent program has now been terminated, Bhatt wrote. Losing a place in a program will not make me retract my beliefs or abandon my community, he said. Campus Reform has not commented publicly on Bhatt's claim. Its online profile page for Bhatt, which described him as a Senior Correspondent, no longer appears among the site's author listings. Bhatt drew attention earlier this month when he said he had voted for Democrat James Talarico over Republican Ken Paxton in Texas's US Senate race, saying he was disgusted by the xenophobia and attacks on Indian Americans' identity. Bhatt's Campus Reform biography said he previously interned with Senator Ted Cruz's re-election campaign and worked with the Texas Youth Summit, which it described as one of the largest gatherings of young conservatives in the state. Suhag Shukla, executive director of the Hindu American Foundation, criticised the far-right attacks on Bhatt in a personal post on X, linking them to the climate that preceded the foiled plot at a Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois. Campus Reform is a project of the Leadership Institute, a conservative non-profit based in Virginia that trains young activists. The episode comes amid a wider row over anti-Indian rhetoric in American politics, including the attacks on Indian American candidates ahead of the November 3 midterm elections and online abuse targeting Indian H-1B workers. Indian American lawmakers have said such rhetoric is spilling into violence, citing the Aurora temple plot. Texas has one of the largest Indian American populations in the country, concentrated in the Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth areas.
In February 2024, Commander V. K. Jaitly published a fascinating book titled 100 Great IITians: Dedicated to the Service of the Nation. The book celebrates 100 distinguished alumni of the Indian Institutes of Technology who chose to build their careers in India, or returned to India after working abroad, and made extraordinary contributions to the nation's development. At a time when the success of IIT graduates is often measured by their achievements in Silicon Valley, Wall Street, or the boardrooms of multinational corporations, Commander Jaitly chose to shine a spotlight on those whose contributions to nation-building have been equally significant, though frequently less celebrated.
Indian-American Saritha Komatireddy wins New York Post backing against Letitia James
Digital Desk | New York, Oct 24 (IANS) Indian-American Republican Saritha Komatireddy, who is challenging New York Attorney General Letitia James, has won the endorsement of the New York Post editorial board as early voting opens in the state on Saturday. The Post enthusiastically endorses Saritha Komatireddy over Attorney General Letitia James, the papers editorial board wrote on Friday. Komatireddy is a career prosecutor whos worked under both parties to put away terrorists, cartel members, cybercriminals and other bad guys and now is determined to use all the powers of the state attorney general to crack down on crime, including fraud and corruption, as well as making the streets safe, the editorial said. The headline called James a political hack. The paper also endorsed Republican Bruce Blakeman for governor and Congressman Mike Lawler in the 17th congressional district. Komatireddy, 41, told the Post that her own family had been affected by crime in the city. Weve had a member of my family assaulted in the subway, taking my kids to school. We have a family friend who had a stray bullet come through her bedroom while she was sleeping, she said. New Yorkers dont feel safe, they feel less safe now than when Tish James began as attorney general and the reason is simple: They are less safe now, she said. She stopped doing the job. The editorial quoted James as saying the attorney generals job is focused on civil matters and not criminal matters. As a federal prosecutor in the Eastern District of New York in Brooklyn, Komatireddy handled cases involving international terrorism, cybercrime, narcotics trafficking, money laundering and public corruption, the Post has reported. Komatireddy shared the endorsement on X, where she also posted a new campaign ad on homelessness on Friday. Her campaign has been pushing an internal poll by OnMessage Inc., first reported by the Post on October 18, which showed James leading 50.7 per cent to 44.7 per cent. The pollster surveyed 1,000 likely voters from October 12 to 14. Among the one in five respondents who watched the candidates October 8 debate, Komatireddy led 81 per cent to 19 per cent, the poll showed. A Siena survey last month had James ahead by 13 points. The James campaign dismissed the poll. Saritha Komatireddy wouldnt protect New Yorkers from fraudsters or the federal government, because theyre the ones propping up her candidacy, a James campaign spokeswoman told the Post. Trump endorsed her, and shed repay him by looking the other way while he sows chaos in New York. James, a Democrat, was first elected attorney general in 2018 and won a second term in 2022. She drew national attention for her civil fraud case against President Donald Trump and his company. Early voting in New York runs from October 24 to November 1. The general election is on November 3.
Faith must reflect in character, conduct, justice: Mirwaiz
Stresses moral accountability, respect for peoples rights, responsible use of time SRINAGAR: Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr Moulvi Mohammad Umar Farooq on Friday said that faith must not remain confined to religious observances and declarations, but should be reflected in an individuals character, conduct and dealings with fellow human beings. Addressing the Friday congregation, Mirwaiz continued his []
US intel warns of Iranian threats to American diplomats in West Asia
An intelligence memo cited by Axios says Iran has substantially increased efforts to target US diplomats and officials in West Asia, while US has ordered non-emergency personnel to leave Saudi Arabia
Indian-American Pia Dandiya gets Buttigieg boost in Florida toss-up race
Indian-American Pia Dandiya gets Buttigieg boost in Florida toss-up race Washington: Former US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg will campaign on Monday with Indian-American Democrat Pia Dandiya in Floridas 22nd congressional district, one of the states most closely watched House races, Florida Politics reported. Buttigieg, a potential 2028 presidential contender, will appear with Dandiya at a [] The post Indian-American Pia Dandiya gets Buttigieg boost in Florida toss-up race appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
US intelligence chief warns of advanced Iranian plots against American officials
US intelligence chief warns of advanced Iranian plots against American officials Washington: Iran has sharply stepped up efforts to target American officials, with some lethal plots now at an advanced stage, the top US intelligence official has warned Secretary of State Marco Rubio, as Washington pulls diplomats out of Saudi Arabia and trims staff at [] The post US intelligence chief warns of advanced Iranian plots against American officials appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Not an error, its a crime: UP CEO on 10,470 voter records altered after SIR final roll in Pilibhit
American Express Cutting 5% Of Global Workforce
The restructuring will make AmEx a more agile and efficient organization, Chief Executive Stephen Squeri told analysts on an earnings conference call.
Indian-American student terminated from campus news website after he voted for Democrat in Texas
Jantar Mantar Protest: All 57 FIRs Transferred To Crime Branch
The reported collapse of the Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs) and Child Welfare Committees (CWCs) in Jammu and Kashmir is a matter that cannot be dismissed as a routine administrative delay. These institutions deal with children who are either in conflict with law or are already living in circumstances of neglect, abandonment, abuse and vulnerability. When [] The post Juvenile Justice cannot wait appeared first on Northlines .
In Trappes and La Verriere, a Paris suburban area, a gunman opened fire, killing one person and injuring several others. Authorities suspect the attack to be racially motivated, leading them to classify it as a terrorist crime. A twelve-year-old girl was among the seriously injured, reflecting the attack's random targeting of passersby. The suspect was arrested shortly after the shootings, which happened in under fifteen minutes.
Avantika Malik reveals Imran Khan initiated their separation
Avantika Malik has opened up about her separation from Imran Khan, revealing that he initiated the split after 18 years together. Speaking to Soha Ali Khan, she said unrealistic expectations and small issues over the years contributed to their relationship ending
Gajab Raat review: Manoj Bajpayee's crime thriller gets lost in its own plot
Gajab Raat stars Manoj Bajpayee as a corrupt cop drawn into a murky investigation after an unidentified, severely injured woman is found on the road. While it opens with promise, its increasingly complicated conspiracy and underwhelming climax prevent it from delivering a gripping crime drama
Abhijeet Dipke: Training terrorists is fine, but protesting in Delhi is a crime
The Supreme Court has reiterated that prolonged incarceration before the commencement of trial cannot be allowed to become punishment in itself, granting bail to former Rajasthan minister Mahesh Chandra Joshi and Mukesh Pathak, who are accused in a corruption case concerning alleged irregularities in tenders under the Jal Jeevan Mission. A Bench of Justice Dipankar [] The post Pre-trial detention cannot become punishment without trial: Supreme Court grants bail to former Rajasthan minister in Jal Jeevan Mission Case appeared first on India Legal .
India Culture Week Brings Indian Art, Food And Cinema To Nebraska
iNDICA NEWS BUREAU- Students and faculty at Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska, are getting an opportunity to explore Indias culture, history and traditions through a week of activities featuring Indian cinema, food, photography and dance. The first India Culture Week in Nebraska was inaugurated at the university on October 21, an official release stated. The []
TV tonight: Robson Green stars in a rural culture-clash cosy crime drama
Maryland To Get 10,000-Seat Cricket Stadium As Washington Freedom Breaks Ground
Washington Freedom has taken a major step toward securing a permanent home, breaking ground on a proposed 10,000-seat cricket stadium in Frederick, Maryland, on October 16.
CJP leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka appear before Delhi Police Crime Branch
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka appeared before Delhi Police Crime Branch on Friday, police sources said. Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were summoned by Delhi Police Crime Branch for questioning...
The Delhi High Court has refused to grant regular bail to a man accused of procuring classified military documents and facilitating their alleged transmission to an official of the Pakistan High Commission, holding that the prosecution material warranted continued judicial scrutiny in view of the sensitive nature of the information involved. Justice Sanjeev Narula dismissed [] The post Delhi High Court denies bail to man accused of transmitting classified military documents to Pakistan appeared first on India Legal .
Cybercrime Crackdown: 4 Held, 320-SIM Slots Seized in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: Karnataka Polices Cyber Command has arrested four people for their alleged involvement in a cybercrime network operating from two apartments in Bengaluru, suspected to be linked to digital arrest scams, sextortion and other financial frauds. The police seized 10 SIM box devices with a combined capacity of 320 SIM connections during raids at two [] The post Cybercrime Crackdown: 4 Held, 320-SIM Slots Seized in Bengaluru appeared first on Northlines .
Titans Review: Despite Vinayakan's Strong Act, This Crime-Fantasy Comedy Fails To Take Off
Review: The first half of the film is undeniably better than the second half due to its narrative
Vinayak Damodar Savarkar had condemned Mahatma Gandhis assassination and, despite disagreeing with some of Gandhis political views, did not want him killed, Satyaki Savarkar, the Hindutva ideologues grandnephew, told a special MP/MLA court in Pune during cross-examination in a criminal defamation case against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Satyaki made the statement while being questioned by [] The post Savarkar opposed Gandhis assassination, grandnephew tells Pune Court during Rahul Gandhi defamation trial appeared first on India Legal .
Trump says he 'heard something about' Justice Department probe into longtime ally Corey Lewandowski
President Donald Trump says he has heard about the Department of Justice investigating Corey Lewandowski
Patna High Court sets aside cancellation of Meira Kumar
The Patna High Court has held former Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar entitled to compensation under the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013, for land acquired by the Bihar government in 1976, ruling that the Collector lacked jurisdiction to cancel the lands revenue records without establishing that [] The post Patna High Court sets aside cancellation of Meira Kumars land records, holds her entitled to compensation under 2013 Act appeared first on India Legal .
Chaar Yaar Review: Dosti, Crime, Charming Mumbai
Chaar Yaar offers an entertaining mix of friendship, crime and the charm of old Mumbai with a happy ending, observes Divya Nair.
Akhilesh Yadav asserts PDA will advance social justice, predicts BJP's fall
Akhilesh Yadav asserts PDA will advance social justice, predicts BJP's fall
New York Moves To Ban Horse-Drawn Carriages In Honor Of Indian Teen
New York City has moved to end horse-drawn carriage rides, passing a ban named after Indian teenager Romanch Mahajan, who died in a Central Park carriage accident while trying to save his mother.
Tiger Shroff firing case: Womens network emerges, 3rd taken into custody by Mumbai Crime Branch
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 23 (IANS) A suspected network of women has emerged as a significant aspect of the investigation into the firing incident involving Bollywood actor Tiger Shroffs car, with the Mumbai Crime Branch taking another woman into custody for questioning. The development comes after the arrest of two women in connection with the case, while investigators continue to pursue suspects across multiple states. According to officials, the woman was brought to the Anti-Extortion Cell of the Mumbai Crime Branch for questioning. However, investigators have not yet disclosed her alleged role in the firing incident or the nature of her links to the other accused. Earlier, two women, identified as Radha and Babita, were arrested in Delhi in connection with the case. In a parallel development, the Anti-Extortion Cell arrested three more accused from Sonipat in Haryana on Thursday. Mumbai Police have been conducting raids in different states based on intelligence inputs as part of the ongoing investigation. Following searches and arrests in Kota, Rajasthan, and Delhi, the police operation has now extended to Haryana. The three accused arrested in Sonipat have been identified as Sameer, Jatin and Ankit Khatak. The Anti-Extortion Cell brought them to Mumbai following their arrest. They are expected to be produced before a court as part of the legal proceedings. Investigators suspect that Sameer played a coordinating role in the alleged conspiracy. According to the police, he acted as a link between Anil Pandit and the alleged shooter, Rehan. Sameer is also accused of arranging funds and weapons in connection with the incident. Police sources said that shortly after the firing, the Lawrence Bishnoi gang allegedly claimed responsibility through a social media post. A man identified as Anil Pandit was reportedly posting messages on behalf of the gang, according to the information being examined by investigators. The police are continuing to investigate the precise roles of Jatin and Ankit Khatak, along with the possible involvement of other individuals in the alleged conspiracy. With the latest arrests, the total number of people arrested in the case has reportedly reached 10, including two women. The third woman remains in custody for questioning, and her alleged connection to the incident is yet to be established publicly.
CJP activists to appear before SEM court today; Crime Branch also probing case
Cockroach Janata Party activists Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka, and Ajinkya are scheduled to appear before the SEM court. The Crime Branch had summoned them for questioning after their involvement in a protest at Jantar Mantar. They did not comply with the previous summons and sought additional time from the authorities. The SEM court ordered their release pending further inquiries while stipulating conditions to maintain peace.
