Justice Department activates untested court for 'alien terrorist' deportations
The Justice Department has filed a first-ever petition to a secretive and dormant court created 30 years ago to weigh government requests to deport so-called alien terrorists from the United States
TD Seeks Parliament Debate on River Linking, Cybercrime
TDP has urged the Centre to hold Parliament debates on river interlinking, cybercrime, social media abuse and Andhra Pradesh's key development priorities.
Meaningful socio-political cinema giving way to crime and violence, says Rafeeq Ahamed
Poet-lyricist says cinema has gradually been reduced to a form of entertainment with little lasting emotional or intellectual impact on audiences; he inaugurates celebrations marking 100th screening of Kolazhy Cinema Kottaka in Thrissur
The Delhi High Court on Sunday refused to grant interim relief to climate activist Sonam Wangchuk in a petition filed by his wife, Dr Gitanjali J Angmo, challenging his continued hospitalisation at Safdarjung Hospital and seeking his transfer to a private hospital of his choice. The single-judge Bench of Justice Mini Pushkarna held that the [] The post Delhi High Court refuses to interfere with government decision to shift Sonam Wangchuk to hospital amid deteriorating health appeared first on India Legal .
Calcutta High Court orders status quo on demolition of Trinamool MP Abhishek Banerjees office
The Calcutta High Court on Sunday ordered the authorities to immediately halt further demolition of the building housing Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjees Diamond Harbour parliamentary office at Amtala in South 24 Parganas, directing all parties to maintain status quo regarding the nature, character and possession of the property until the next hearing or the [] The post Calcutta High Court orders status quo on demolition of Trinamool MP Abhishek Banerjees office appeared first on India Legal .
Clear war crime: Iraninan Embassy in India condemns US strikes on Chabahar Port
In a post on X, CENTCOM said that the attack took place on Thursday as part of its continued military strikes on the Islamic Republic, now targeting civilian infrastructure
Activist Sonam Wangchuk, shifted to Safdarjung Hospital on the 21st day of his hunger strike, called for support for the July 20 Parliament march, describing his hospital stay as illegal detention. Police said the move followed medical advice and court directions, while protest organisers vowed to continue their agitation.
LA Knight Riders Edge Washington Freedom By 1 Run To Win Maiden MLC Title
It was a final for the ages as Los Angeles Knight Riders took on Washington Freedom at the Oakland Coliseum on Saturday night, July 18. In a game that ebbed and flowed, LAKR won by one run as Freedom lost their second consecutive final.
Crime group lures Indians with fake US visas
Washington, July 18: An organised crime syndicate recruited young people from India, promising money, power and opportunities to migrate to countries including the United States and Canada, while allegedly paying some as little as Rs 20,000 ($200) to commit murders, according to a US federal indictment. The 44-page indictment, a copy of which was obtained []
Is AI facilitating cybercrime ?
Cybercrime has become a dominant peril and is continuously increasing despite strong measures enforced by authorities. The number of incidents have demonstrated a staggering 217% growth over past five years, moving from 10.29 lakh cases in 2022 to 28.15 lakh in 2025, with last years growth being 24.11%. Currently, these crimes translate to a financial loss of Rs 22,495 crores annually, most of which flows out of the country. The alarming growth rates, corresponding volumes and sophisticated approach of attackers is a matter of great concern. Regulatory agencies are doing their best by putting in an enforcement ecosystem through public awareness campaigns, cybercrime cells, dedicated online reporting portals and helplines. Despite all this, the mammoth problem needs to be tackled with a multi-pronged approach, one of which has to be individual precaution and prevention. The basic problem stems from the fact that digital literacy has failed to keep pace with digital access, especially with rampant usage of smartphones and social media. Unbridled availability of individual data makes it easy for scamsters and criminals to target their victims, who could be vulnerable due to data exposure, low digital literacy, temptation to easy gains and psychological manipulation. Scamsters exploit loopholes in the system to gain access to victims personal data which is the main weapon for digital scams. A major contributing factor for such criminal acts is hyper-personalisation. As a marketing strategy, Businesses try to capture an individuals data to curate personalised offerings for every potential customer. Enterprise databases are the prime target of hackers, who sell the harvested data to scamsters. We do hear about major data leaks where large-scale data breaches at enterprise level expose personal information. While such instances are beyond individual control, we need to be sensitive and take self-precautions at our own level. As an individual, we share our data while availing any service, be it banking, utilities, shopping, travel or insurance. While such services may necessitate partaking of user data, we need to be conscious to share only the bare minimum requisites. It is common knowledge that data circulates amongst banks, credit companies, telecom and marketing companies. While the organisations themselves may be taking adequate caution to safeguard our data, leaks occur at times through their third-party associate agencies or some unscrupulous employees. Criminals use such data for demographic profiling and zero down to potential targets based on age group, literacy, financial net worth, social activities, interests/ hobbies, professional standing, community affiliations etc. The biggest contributing factor for data leakage is social media. Most of the folks are either not aware or dont care about the security settings of social media profiles, leaving their data, social engagements, life events, movements, pictures etc. open to public access. People need to understand that every social media account has security settings where you can control as to who can view your activities. Proper settings and controls would definitely reduce ones vulnerability to data theft. Moreover, all our activities create a digital footprint, which can be harnessed by hackers to pull out information that is subsequently used for fraudulent purposes. Every click on social media, every upload, every comment leaves your digital footprint. Even your devices act as trackers, collecting data regarding your movements. Besides other information, your Google account captures location data. Access to ones google account can lay bare heaps of personal data, which can be grossly misused by scammers. The issue is further compounded by advent of Artificial Intelligence, which currently is perceived to be the main driving force for digital crimes. Scammers are resorting to extensive usage of AI tools for creating documents/ media clips/ deepfakes/ voice clones which serve the purpose of props for their scams, launching attacks at a much higher scale. AI applications enable hyper-personalised phishing, voice-cloning and deepfakes. Attackers use social media, job portals, video calls to collect facial data which is assimilated to create synthetic identities. Since AI generated communication emulates actuals to a great extent, it becomes difficult to trust any communication per se and hence every artefact becomes a suspect. Generative AI has abetted in covering up traditional warning signs of a fraud and has further lowered the entry barrier for cybercrime. You dont require technical skills any more for writing malware. The latest trend is the availability of ransomware-as-a-service. These paid services, available over dark web and collaboration platforms let criminals run sophisticated attacks in absence of any technical skillset. Deepfake packages customised to specific needs are available easily, so are AI generated images of police stations/ uniformed setups used for digital arrests. AI tools have been instrumental in bypassing facial authentication and account recovery. Today, AI algorithms are even used for guessing passwords by employing heat signatures of fingertips on keypads. We have Large Language models capable of creating personalised communications, voice cloning applications to replicate a persons voice from a miniscule portion of an audio and deepfake video generators to emulate a video call. Such applications are effortlessly accessible for quite nominal charges. Deepfakes are being rampantly used for identity fraud and real-time impersonation, defeating the biometric and facial identification checks. AI has been instrumental in breaking the barriers of skill, time and cost to run widespread fraud campaigns. While the threat keeps growing, we can mitigate the risk and safeguard ourselves by taking a few necessary precautions : Ensure to use multi-factor authentication for every application, in addition to voice/face recognition. Avoid sharing excessive personal details on social media and restrict privacy settings on online accounts. Verify unexpected calls, emails, or messages, even if they appear to come from a friend, colleague, or family member. Be cautious of urgent requests for money, OTPs, passwords, or personal information. Dont trust video or voice messages alone for financial or sensitive decisions, verify identity through a phone call, alternate contact number, or face-to-face confirmation. Confirm sensitive requests through a separate communication channel. Decide and retain a specific codeword with close family members for verification in case of an emergency voice or video call. In case you fall a prey to any fraud or scam. report the incident immediately to cybercrime cell to initiate action. Confirm, Confirm, Confirm - the identity and authenticity of any request through digital medium before you Act. The author is a technocrat with expertise in Data Analytics, Cyber Law and Digital Forensics. He is currently acting as consulting advisor/ mentor to several startups.
Theft Eddie Erison Kharkongor lodged a complaint that around 4.30 am on July 14, unknown miscreant(s) stole his motorcycle (ML-05V-2936) from his residence at Lower Mawprem Pdengshnong, Shillong. Biden K Sangma lodged a complaint that between July 13 and 14, unknown miscreant(s) stole his motorcycle (ML-05AH-0190) from his residence at Mawlai Nongpdeng, Block-B, Shillong. A []
Goa Crime Branch Seizes Liquid Gold Worth 1.5 Crore, Two Smugglers Arrested
Panaji, July 19: The Goa Crime Branch has successfully thwarted a major smuggling attempt by seizing approximately 1.30 kilograms of liquid gold. The estimated value of the confiscated gold in the international market is around 1.5 crore. Two individuals from Kerala have been arrested in connection with this case. The police have handed over the ... Read more Goa Crime Branch Seizes Liquid Gold Worth 1.5 Crore, Two Smugglers Arrested
Major League Cricket's 2026 season concludes Saturday at the Oakland Coliseum with the Los Angeles Knight Riders making their first championship appearance against Washington Freedom, a matchup that comes as the league continues its push to establish professional cricket in the United States.
Why Womens Digestive Symptoms Change with Hormones: Understanding the GutHormone Connection
By Dr. Omar Khokhar- Have you ever noticed that your stomach seems to have its own monthly calendar? Many women experience bloating, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, or abdominal pain that seem to appearand disappearwith their menstrual cycle. Yet these symptoms are often dismissed as just hormones. As a gastroenterologist, I can tell you theyre much more []
Crime Branch seizes Rs 1.5 crore worth of liquid gold, arrests two
NT Reporter Panaji In a major anti-smuggling operation, the Goa Crime Branch foiled an alleged gold smuggling attempt and arrested two men from Kerala after recovering around 1.300 kg of liquid gold, valued at approximately Rs 1.5 crore,concealed in specially stitched cavities intheir undergarments. The accused Hassan Niyaz (35) and Muhammed Khunhi (57), both from []
Sheikh Junaid Mehmood posted as CEO of JK Cyber Crime Coordination Centre
Govt orders transfers, postings of police officers Srinagar: The Government of Jammu and Kashmirs Home Department has issued a formal order regarding transfers and postings of police officers, with immediate effect. Under Government Order No. 372-ISA, dated 17th July 2026, several police officials have been reassigned to new positions within the department. Sheikh Junaid Mehmood, []
Mines and Geology Department says it is not the competent authority to decide the issues raised in the representation
SP Spokesperson Criticizes BJPs Distraction Tactics, Promises Justice for Azam Khan
Lucknow, July 19: Amik Jamei, the national spokesperson for the Samajwadi Party (SP), targeted the BJP and the Uttar Pradesh government on various political and contemporary issues during a press conference on Saturday. He addressed topics such as the Maulana Jargees Ansari controversy, the case of Azam Khan, statements from OP Rajbhar, comments from Chief ... Read more SP Spokesperson Criticizes BJPs Distraction Tactics, Promises Justice for Azam Khan
With activist Sonam Wangchuk in hospital after nearly three weeks of fasting, the standoff over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak has widened beyond India, with an international human rights organization urging the Narendra Modi government to begin dialogue before the protest turns into a medical tragedy.
Sister of Indian woman stabbed to death in London demands justice
FIFA World Cup Led To Major Productivity Losses In U.S., Report Says
The 2026 FIFA World Cup not only captivated millions of fans across the United States but also disrupted workplaces, with a new report estimating the tournament may have cost the country's economy as much as $11.7 billion in lost productivity.
Los Angeles Knight Riders, Washington Freedom set For MLC 2026 Final
The 2026 Major League Cricket (MLC) season will end with a first-time finalist taking on an established powerhouse as the Los Angeles Knight Riders face Washington Freedom in the Championship Final on Saturday, July 18, at the Oakland Coliseum.
PSC hands over documents to Crime Branch
AIADMK stages protest demanding justice for murdered woman
Men With HIV More Than Twice As Likely To Have Premature Ejaculation: Study
Men living with HIV are more than twice as likely to experience premature ejaculation (PE) as those without the infection, and depression appears to play an important role, according to a new study.
Indian Support For U.S. Drops As Views Of Trump Worsen: Survey
Public opinion in India has turned less favorable toward the United States over the past year, with support slipping amid President Donald Trump's policies and rhetoric, according to a new international survey by the Pew Research Center.
U.S. Indictment Reveals Punjab Gangs Global Recruitment Network
A criminal network that started in Punjab allegedly built a global presence by recruiting vulnerable young people with promises of money, status and a chance to settle abroad, according to a U.S. federal indictment that offers a detailed look into how the group expanded across several continents.
No legal bar to Belagavi resolution: Justice Nagamohan
United States Attorney Joseph Nocella Junior has submitted before a federal court that his involvement in the criminal case against Indian industrialist Gautam Adani did not contradict the US Department of Justices assertion that Principal Associate Deputy Attorney General (PADAG) Trent McCotter was the sole decision-maker behind the move to seek dismissal of the indictment. [] The post US Attorney says DOJ Official alone decided to drop Gautam Adani prosecution; denies contradictory role appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi High Court suspends district judges pending disciplinary proceedings
The Delhi High Court has suspended two members of the Delhi Higher Judicial Service pending disciplinary proceedings over separate allegations of misconduct. While the suspension order for District Judge Vinay Singhal, serving at the Tis Hazari Courts, was passed on July 10, District Judge Veena Rani, posted at the Saket Courts, was suspended on July [] The post Delhi High Court suspends district judges pending disciplinary proceedings appeared first on India Legal .
By Inderjit Badhwar Every Supreme Court judge leaves behind a body of judgments. Far fewer leave behind a window into the philosophy that shaped them. That is what makes this conversation with Justice JK Maheshwari especially valuable. Judicial interviews often become exercises in diplomatic restraint, revealing little beyond carefully chosen legal formulations. Justice Maheshwari, while [] The post The Quiet Weight of Judging appeared first on India Legal .
A Judge Must Be Guided Only By The Law
In a wide-ranging interview with VICKRAM KILPADY, recently retired Supreme Court JUSTICE JK MAHESHWARI reflects on his remarkable journey from a small village in Chambal to Indias highest court, while offering measured insights on preventive detention, bail jurisprudence, the collegium system, judicial ethics, and the growing influence of social media on public perceptions of justice The post A Judge Must Be Guided Only By The Law appeared first on India Legal .
As America marks 250 years of independence, a growing number of citizens fear the nation is confronting not merely a polarizing presidency, but a profound test of its constitutional order, democratic institutions, and global credibility The post The Republic At A Crossroads appeared first on India Legal .
Trinamool, And The Shades Of Grey
Mamata Banerjees Trinamool Congress has split, with those who have already fed for years now giving way to the still hungry ones. The politics of greed remains intact in the state The post Trinamool, And The Shades Of Grey appeared first on India Legal .
As the International Criminal Court marks more than two decades since the Rome Statute came into force, its greatest achievement lies not merely in prosecuting war criminals, but in establishing the revolutionary principle that no individualnot even a head of stateis beyond the reach of international law The post Justice Without Borders appeared first on India Legal .
E20: A Good Policy, A Bad Rollout?
Indias ambitious ethanol-blended fuel programme promises lower oil imports, cleaner air and higher farm incomes. But the hurried nationwide rollout of E20 has sparked a backlash from motorists who say they were left with fewer choices, unanswered questions and growing concerns over vehicle performance. The debate is no longer just about fuelit is about trust, transparency and the way public policy is implemented The post E20: A Good Policy, A Bad Rollout? appeared first on India Legal .
India cannot continue treating these deaths as isolated tragedies. Preventing them requires an education system that values mental well-being as much as academic excellence, and compassion as much as compliance The post Beyond the Breaking Point appeared first on India Legal .
The Constitutional Axle And The Laxman Rekha
Why the future of law, technology and civilization depends not merely on constitutional governance, but on the restoration of conscience as humanitys highest constitutional principle The post The Constitutional Axle And The Laxman Rekha appeared first on India Legal .
The haunting resurfacing of a Jaipur schoolgirls final moments has reignited a difficult national conversation. As childhood increasingly unfolds in an unregulated digital world, India must decide whether to continue reacting to tragediesor finally build a legal framework that protects its youngest citizens The post The Childhood We Are Losing appeared first on India Legal .
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has issued notice to the state government and the School Education Department on a public interest litigation (PIL) alleging a severe shortage of teachers and inadequate infrastructure in government schools across the State. A Division Bench of Justice Vijay Kumar Shukla and Justice Alok Awasthi sought responses from the authorities [] The post Madhya Pradesh High Court seeks State response on PIL alleging 1,895 schools in MP function without teachers appeared first on India Legal .
A letter petition has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking urgent judicial intervention to safeguard the fundamental rights of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and other protesters at Jantar Mantar, following Wangchuks removal from the protest site and admission to Safdarjung Hospital. Filed by Advocate Narendra Mishra on July 18, the PIL invoked Articles 14, [] The post Petition filed in Supreme Court seeks urgent intervention of CJI Surya Kant to protect Sonam Wangchuk, Jantar Mantar protesters appeared first on India Legal .
CM Yogi Adityanath Meets Family of Deceased Dalit Student Lalita Gautam, Promises Justice
Ghaziabad, July 18: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met with the family of the late Dalit student Lalita Gautam on Saturday at the PWD Guest House in Ghaziabad. He expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident. During the meeting, the Chief Minister assured the grieving family that strict legal action would be taken against ... Read more CM Yogi Adityanath Meets Family of Deceased Dalit Student Lalita Gautam, Promises Justice
The Satluj Ban: Was The CBFC Right?
A huge controversy has erupted in India and gone viral over the banning of the film Satluj.
Cricket Legend Sir Garfield Sobers Dies At 89
Cricket lost one of its greatest legends with the death of Sir Garfield Sobers, whose extraordinary all-round abilities changed the game forever. The former West Indies captain died at the age of 89 on Friday, July 17, ending a remarkable career that made him one of the most celebrated cricketers in history.
Explosions Reported Across Iran As U.S. Continues Airstrikes
Fresh explosions were reported across several parts of Iran on Friday, July 17, as the United States stepped up its military campaign, launching a seventh straight night of strikes targeting Iranian military infrastructure.
Sheikh Junaid Mehmood appointed as CEO J&K Cyber Crime Coordination Centre
Srinagar, Jul 17:In an administrative move aimed at bolstering the Jammu and Kashmir Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C), the Union Territory government on Friday ordered the transfer and posting of several senior police officers. The reshuffle is expected to enhance the specialised wings dealing with rising cyber threats, including online fraud, cyber operations, and crimes against women and children. Sheikh Junaid Mehmood, IPS, who was serving as Inspector General of Police (I/c IGP), has been transferred and posted as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Jammu and Kashmir Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C). This elevation places him at the helm of the specialised centre. Sameer Sharma, IPS, presently Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Armed Jammu, has been transferred and posted as Deputy Inspector General (DIG), JK Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C). Mohd Yaseen Kichloo, IPS, who was serving as Principal, STC Talwara, has been transferred and posted as Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Administration Wing, JK Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C). He has also been given the additional charge of SSP, Cyber Operations Wing, JK4C. Ramnish Gupta, who was serving as SSP, CICE Jammu, has been transferred and posted as Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Cyber Investigation Wing, JK Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C).Shwetambri Sharma, SP, who was awaiting orders of posting, has been appointed as Superintendent of Police (SP), Online Crime Against Women and Children (OCWC) Wing, JK Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C). The Home Department has directed that the salaries of the transferred officers shall continue to be drawn against their existing reserve posts until further orders. All concerned officers have been deemed relieved with immediate effect to enable them to assume their new assignments without delay. This major reshuffle comes at a time when cyber crimes in J&K, like the rest of the country, have witnessed a sharp rise. Cases involving financial frauds, online harassment, sextortion, and crimes targeting women and children have increased significantly, prompting the strengthening of dedicated infrastructure and leadership at JK4C. The appointments bring together experienced IPS and police officers with diverse backgrounds in administration, training, investigation, and specialised operations.
Islamic Law Requires Justice for Polygamy, Says Maulana Chaudhary Ifrahim Hussain
Aligarh, July 18: Maulana Chaudhary Ifrahim Hussain, the royal chief mufti, welcomed the recent statement by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav regarding the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and polygamy. He emphasized that Islam does not permit injustice, deceit, or harm to anyone. If a person cannot ensure equal justice among all their wives, they ... Read more Islamic Law Requires Justice for Polygamy, Says Maulana Chaudhary Ifrahim Hussain
In a move that could reshape the narrative of the 2026 Los Angeles mayoral race, City Controller Kenneth Mejia has thrown his support behind City Councilmember Nithya Raman, framing the election as a choice between the political establishment and a new generation of leaders focused on transparency, fiscal responsibility, and accountability.
Union minister of state for social justice Ramdas Athawale calls on Tamil Nadu CM Vijay
Patna Police arrests 158 in major crime, prohibition crackdown
Govt Establishes JK4C To Combat Cyber Crimes Across J&K
SRINAGAR: In a significant step towards strengthening the cyber security architecture and enhancing the capacity to combat cybercrime in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, sanction has been accorded for the establishment of the Jammu & Kashmir Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C) as an independent organization under the overall superintendence and control of the []
Bihar Reviews Cyber Crime Prevention Strategies
Patna, July 17: A high-level review meeting was held in Bihar under the joint chairmanship of the Chief Secretary and the Director General of Police (DGP) to effectively prevent cyber crimes, ensure prompt action, and raise widespread awareness about cyber security among the public. The meeting was attended via video conferencing by all district magistrates, ... Read more Bihar Reviews Cyber Crime Prevention Strategies
J&K Govt Reshuffles Top Officers in Cyber Crime Wing
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday ordered a reshuffle of senior police officers in the Jammu and Kashmir Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C), transferring and posting five officers with immediate effect in what appears to be an effort to strengthen the Union Territorys cyber crime investigation and enforcement setup. According to Government Order []
Man charged with hate crimes after confrontation with 'Today' show's Melvin at NBC studio
International Justice Day Awards for two para legal volunteers
Perineural Invasion Linked To Poorer Survival In Bile Duct Cancer
A large review of published research has found that about one in three patients who undergo surgery for intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ICC), a rare and aggressive form of bile duct cancer, have perineural invasion (PNI), a feature linked to poorer survival and more aggressive disease.
The Punjab government has informed the Punjab and Haryana High Court that the decision to withdraw the Punjab Police security cover provided to Rajya Sabha MP and former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh was taken pursuant to a periodic threat perception assessment conducted by the State Security Review Committee and was not linked to his resignation [] The post Security cover of Harbhajan Singh withdrawn after routine threat review, not linked to AAP exit: Punjab govt tells High Court appeared first on India Legal .
Newly-appointed Supreme Court Judge Justice V. Mohana on Thursday described her return to the Supreme Court as coming back to my maika (parental home) while addressing a felicitation ceremony organised by the Supreme Court Ladies Bar Association (SCLBA) to mark her elevation to the countrys highest court. Addressing an audience comprising the Chief Justice of [] The post Justice Mohana says returning to Supreme Court ladies bar feels like coming back to her paternal home appeared first on India Legal .
Washington Freedom Edge Unicorns, Set Up MLC 2026 Final Against LAKR
Washington Freedom held off a stunning fightback from the San Francisco Unicorns to seal a thrilling seven-run victory in the Major League Cricket 2026 Challenger and book a place in the final against the Los Angeles Knight Riders.
Deletion from electoral rolls does not amount to loss of citizenship: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court on Friday orally reiterated that deletion of a persons name from the electoral roll during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise did not result in the loss of Indian citizenship, stressing that powers of the Election Commission of India (ECI) were confined to maintaining electoral rolls and did not extend to determining [] The post Deletion from electoral rolls does not amount to loss of citizenship: Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .
125 Nations Observe July 17 As World Day for International Justice
The ICC was established to accelerate judicial efforts to end impunity to global crimes including genocides, war crimes and other crimes against humanity
Supreme Court asks Rajasthan to reassess Asaram Bapus health before deciding Interim bail plea
The Supreme Court on Friday directed the Rajasthan government to examine the latest medical condition of self-styled godman and rape convict Asaram Bapu and determine whether his health warrants the grant of interim bail while his appeal against conviction remains pending. A Bench of Justice M.M. Sundresh and Justice P.B. Varale was hearing Asarams appeal [] The post Supreme Court asks Rajasthan to reassess Asaram Bapus health before deciding Interim bail plea appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court refuses to interfere in Rs 4.25 Crore decree against filmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon
The Supreme Court has declined to interfere with a Madras High Court judgment directing filmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon and others to repay Rs 4.25 crore, along with 12 per cent annual interest, to film production company R.S. Infotainment in a contractual dispute over an unmade Tamil film. A Bench of Justice J.B. Pardiwala and Justice [] The post Supreme Court refuses to interfere in Rs 4.25 Crore decree against filmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon appeared first on India Legal .
Kerala Government challenges High Courts interim curbs on State Waqf Board before Supreme Court
The Kerala Government has approached the Supreme Court against a recent order of the Kerala High Court that restrained the Kerala State Waqf Board from taking major policy and administrative decisions until the legality of its constitution is adjudicated. The appeal assails the High Courts interim direction, which prohibits the Board from making significant policy [] The post Kerala Government challenges High Courts interim curbs on State Waqf Board before Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Friday issued notice on a writ petition filed by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) seeking comprehensive institutional reforms aimed at improving the professional environment and career progression of women advocates across the country. A Bench of the apex court sought responses from the Union Government, the Bar Council of India [] The post Supreme Court seeks responses on SCBA plea for Nationwide institutional reforms to support women advocates appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court admitted an appeal filed by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and former Delhi Minister Somnath Bharti challenging the election of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Satish Upadhyay from the Malviya Nagar Assembly constituency in the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections. A Bench comprising Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta granted leave to [] The post Supreme Court agrees to hear Somnath Bhartis challenge to Satish Upadhyays 2025 Delhi assembly election victory appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court has directed the Delhi Police to invoke the offence of attempt to murder against the accused in the alleged assault on advocate Pankaj Sharma, a lawyer practising before the apex court, while expressing serious dissatisfaction with the manner in which the investigation was initially conducted. A Bench of the Court observed that [] The post Supreme Court orders attempt to murder charge against accused in assault on advocate, transfers probe to crime branch appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court considered a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) raising concerns over the expansion of urban local bodies into Scheduled Areas without a dedicated legal framework envisioned under the Constitution. The petition contends that the constitutional exclusion of Scheduled Areas from the operation of Part IX-A, which governs municipalities, cannot be diluted by the establishment [] The post Supreme Court to examine whether Municipalities can be extended to Scheduled areas without enabling law appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi High Court issues notice to Police on Sharjeel Imams bail appeal in riots conspiracy case
The Delhi High Court on Friday called for the Delhi Polices response to a bail application filed by former Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) scholar Sharjeel Imam in the larger conspiracy case arising out of the 2020 North-East Delhi riots. A Division Bench issued notice on Imams plea challenging the trial courts refusal to grant him [] The post Delhi High Court issues notice to Police on Sharjeel Imams bail appeal in riots conspiracy case appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi High Court urges Legislative framework to regulate irresponsible journalism in Digital Media
The Delhi High Court has observed that while freedom of the press remains a foundational pillar of a democratic society, it cannot be invoked to justify irresponsible journalism, intimidation, or the dissemination of content capable of disturbing public order. The Court emphasised the need for the legislature to consider an appropriate regulatory framework for the [] The post Delhi High Court urges Legislative framework to regulate irresponsible journalism in Digital Media appeared first on India Legal .
FBI Arrests Indian-Origin Gangster Nitish Kaushal In Vermont After Most Wanted Alert
Indian-origin fugitive Nitish Kaushal, who was recently added to the FBI's list of most wanted criminals, has been arrested in the U.S., authorities announced on Thursday, July 16.
FIFA To Award Championship Rings To World Cup 2026 Winners
The winners of the FIFA World Cup 2026 will make history by receiving championship rings alongside the traditional trophy and gold medals, marking the first time FIFA has introduced the award at one of its competitions, an official news release stated on Thursday, July 16.
Trump Admin Overhauls Foreign Student Visa Rules
The Trump administration has announced sweeping changes to the way international students and exchange visitors stay in the United States, ending a long-standing policy that allowed many of them to remain in the country without a fixed departure date.
President Trump Plans Crackdown On Undocumented Truck Drivers
President Donald Trump has announced plans to remove undocumented immigrants working as commercial truck drivers and replace them with military veterans, saying the proposed move is aimed at improving road safety while creating more jobs for former service members.
Unite to fight terror, organised crime, Ajit Doval urges Bimstec
NSA Ajit Doval chaired the Bimstec national security chiefs meeting in New Delhi. The grouping discussed practical solutions to combat terrorism and organized crime. Security chiefs also endorsed principles for maritime law enforcement interactions at sea. Doval stressed closer regional cooperation to tackle evolving security challenges effectively. Bimstec unites dynamic regions with significant global population and economic influence.
Female Supreme Court Justices Formally Request Protection From Brett Kavanaugh
WASHINGTONAcknowledging that the danger would be difficult to manage and impossible to eliminate altogether, theSupreme Courts female justices nevertheless appeared before Congress this week to ask for protection from fellow justice Brett Kavanaugh. We understand that our safety cannot be guaranteed, but we are in a uniquely vulnerable position and have the right to carry [] The post Female Supreme Court Justices Formally Request Protection From Brett Kavanaugh appeared first on The Onion .
Telangana Tops India in Cybercrime FIR Registrations With 44% Share
According to authorities, Telangana registered 21,639 cybercrime FIRs out of 49,620 FIRs recorded across the country, placing the state at the top nationally.
Cybercrime accounts for one in four major crime FIRs in Telangana
Of the 49,620 cybercrime FIRs registered across the country in 2025, 21,639 were registered in Telangana, accounting for 44% of the national total and placing the State at the top nationally
Study Links Oral Contraceptive Pills To Higher Depression Risk
A large new analysis has found that women who use oral contraceptive pills may face a higher risk of depression than those who do not, with researchers finding links to depression diagnoses, antidepressant use, and increased depressive symptoms.
Bulldozer justice: Supreme Court declines to entertain contempt petitions
The apex court declined to hear contempt petitions alleging violations of its 2024 demolition guidelines, directing aggrieved parties to approach the high courts concerned. It continued interim protection, asked high courts to examine factual disputes, and decide the matters preferably in 4 months
Supreme Court shifts contempt pleas on bulldozer justice to High Courts
Each one of the contempt petitions involves disputed facts which would require separate and in-depth enquiries, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant says
Father Sexually Assaulting Daughter is Most Heinous Crime: HC
Bombay HC upholds conviction of father who raped and impregnated his 12-year-old daughter
Meaningful Legal Discussion Held at Pacific Law College Udaipur, July 16: Pacific School of Law, Pacific University, organised a group discussion on the topic, Should juveniles accused of heinous crimes be tried as adults? Faculty members of the law school presented arguments both in favour of and against the issue during the discussion. Addressing the ... Read more Legal Education and Psychological Counselling Essential to Prevent Heinous Crimes by Juveniles, Says Experts
Delhi High Court bars UGC from applying new Clinical Psychology framework to existing students
The Delhi High Court has held that the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) cannot retrospectively apply the new regulatory framework governing Clinical Psychology courses to students who had already enrolled under the earlier academic system with the legitimate expectation of pursuing an M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology and obtaining RCI [] The post Delhi High Court bars UGC from applying new Clinical Psychology framework to existing students appeared first on India Legal .
Bulldozer justice: Supreme Court transfers pleas alleging violation of 2024 verdict to High Courts
The Supreme Court on Thursday transferred a batch of contempt petitions alleging violations of its landmark November 2024 judgment against bulldozer justice to the respective jurisdictional High Courts, holding that disputes over compliance with its demolition guidelines involve disputed questions of fact that are best examined by constitutional courts at the State level. The Bench [] The post Bulldozer justice: Supreme Court transfers pleas alleging violation of 2024 verdict to High Courts appeared first on India Legal .
Romanch Mahajans Father Appeals For Horse Carriage Ban In NYC
The father of Indian teenager Romanch Mahajan, who died in a horse carriage accident in New York City's Central Park last month, has made an emotional appeal to the New York City Council to ban horse-drawn carriages, saying the tragedy could have been prevented.
The Supreme Court on Thursday strongly criticised the Delhi Police for failing to invoke the offence of attempt to murder in an FIR registered over the alleged assault on Supreme Court Advocate Pankaj Sharma and directed that the investigation be transferred from the local police to the Delhi Crime Branch. The Bench of Chief Justice [] The post Advocate assault case: Supreme Court raps Delhi Police for not invoking attempt to murder charge; transfers probe to Delhi Crime Branch appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Thursday orally urged the Union government to reconsider the introduction of a third language from Class 9 under the CBSE curriculum, observing that introducing a new language at that stage would place unnecessary academic pressure on students preparing for Class 10 board examinations. The observations were made during the hearing of [] The post Supreme Court directs Centre to reconsider introduction of third language from Class 9 under CBSE curriculum appeared first on India Legal .
The Uttar Pradesh Police on Thursday informed the Supreme Court that its investigation had found no evidence to suggest that Ashish Mishra or his father, former Union Minister Ajay Mishra, was involved in the alleged intimidation of witnesses in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case. The submission was made before the Bench of Chief Justice [] The post No evidence against Ashish and Ajay Mishra in Lakhimpur Kheri witness intimidation case, UP Police tells Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .
