Assam Sees 86.5% Drop in Crimes Against Women, Claims Chief Minister Sarma
Guwahati, March 18: Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Wednesday that crimes against women in the state have decreased by 86.5% since his government took office. He emphasized that ensuring womens safety remains a top priority. In a post on the social media platform X, Sarma stated that his government has implemented continuous ... Read more Assam Sees 86.5% Drop in Crimes Against Women, Claims Chief Minister Sarma
Justice Department Says Anthropic Cant Be Trusted With Warfighting Systems
In response to Anthropics lawsuit, the government said it lawfully penalized the company for trying to limit how its Claude AI models could be used by the military.
Haryana reports decline in cybercrime, announces key public measures
One In Every Four Crime Events Originates In Cyberspace, Says Police
The first of its kind in the country, TGCSB, is working to strengthen cybercrime response systems. The modus operandi of cybercriminals is constantly evolving, and every individual today is affected directly or indirectly: DGP
Exiled Iran Prince Reza Pahlavi Backs Noble Prize Winner To Lead Justice Panel
The exiled son of Iran's last shah announced a new committee on Monday to lay the groundwork for a future truth commission in Iran and named Nobel laureate Shirin Ebadi to lead it.
Kasaragod Embassy, a new Malayalam crime thriller, is set to premiere on OTT this week. The series, featuring Abu Salim and Kabir Duhan Singh, follows two cousins drawn into a dangerous world in the 2000s. Director Atish M. Nair emphasises a tense, unpredictable atmosphere with flawed, ambitious characters. Read on to know more about the show.
SAD will correct historic injustices meted to Punjab: Sukhbir
Beyond the Myth of the Idle Wife
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court affirms that homemaking is not idleness but indispensable labour that sustains families and enables economic productivity The post Beyond the Myth of the Idle Wife appeared first on India Legal .
Indian women are more equipped legally now than ever before. Womens rights are examined under the headers of property rights, the home, and the workplace. Long may this trend continue The post Women Rising appeared first on India Legal .
As Karnataka proposes restricting social media access for children under 16, a national debate intensifies over whether a blanket ban can truly protect young usersor whether it risks overreach, privacy concerns, and enforcement challenges The post Too Young For The Feed? appeared first on India Legal .
At A Crossroads: Reform or Redundancy?
After the Supreme Courts sharp remarks on tribunals, India must confront a deeper institutional crisisone of vacancies, executive control, and the fading promise of specialised justice The post At A Crossroads: Reform or Redundancy? appeared first on India Legal .
A Supreme Court circular banning paan and gutka spitting inside its premises exposes a deeper national malaise: Indias economic rise has not been matched by basic civic responsibility The post The Civic Sense Deficit appeared first on India Legal .
Nearly seven decades after a classic film imagined a prison built on trust rather than iron bars, the apex court has revived the idea in real lifecalling for a nationwide expansion of open prisons as a pathway to rehabilitation and reform The post Prisons Without Walls appeared first on India Legal .
A widening conflict with Iran risks destabilizing the Middle East and global energy markets while exposing the political calculationsand miscalculationsbehind Washingtons decision to go to war The post War As Distraction appeared first on India Legal .
The court allowed the petitioner to withdraw the petition without entertaining his oral plea for protection against any coercive action for now
Supreme Court says it cannot impose its views on proposal to shorten Five-Year LL.B Course
The Supreme Court of India recently stated that it cannot unilaterally impose its own opinion on matters concerning legal education while hearing a petition seeking to reduce the duration of the five-year integrated LL.B programme to four years. The plea was considered by a Bench comprising Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi. The petition, filed by [] The post Supreme Court says it cannot impose its views on proposal to shorten Five-Year LL.B Course appeared first on India Legal .
293 Advocates seek Senior Advocate designation in Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India has received applications from 293 lawyers requesting designation as Senior Advocates, a distinction regarded as one of the most prestigious honours for members of the legal profession. The applications were submitted following public notices issued by the Court earlier this year inviting eligible advocates to apply for the designation. The [] The post 293 Advocates seek Senior Advocate designation in Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .
'When they are shot, I will be at peace': Delhi Uttam Nagar murder victim's mother demands justice
A 26-year-old man was killed in Delhi's Uttam Nagar after a Holi celebration dispute over a water balloon escalated into violence. His mother demands strict action, alleging the accused threatened her granddaughter and assaulted her family. The family seeks severe punishment for the perpetrators.
LG vows for justice to terror victims
47 appointment letters handed over to NoK *Land, homes of terror-hit families to be returned Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, Mar 15: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today vowed for justice to the victims of the terrorism and said that the pending cases will be expedited and perpetrators held accountable. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Speaking at SKICC in Srinagar at a function where appointment letters were handed over to the next of kin of terror victims, Sinha assured justice for [] The post LG vows for justice to terror victims appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Manoj Sinha hands over jobs to kin of terror victims; vows justice for every affected family
J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday handed over appointment letters to 27 next of kin of terror victims at Lok Bhavan in Srinagar, reaffirming the administration's commitment to justice and rehabilitation of affected families. He said pending cases would be reopened to hold perpetrators accountable and announced a review of property encroachment cases involving terror victims.
On Vivekas seventh death anniversary, his daughter seeks justice, picks holes in CBI probe
Expressing displeasure over the manner in which the CBI has conducted the probe, Suneetha Narreddy says the investigating agency could have dug deeper into the facts to arrive at a fair conclusion
Will there be a Scarpetta Season 2? What we know about the future of Prime Videos crime drama
The television adaptation of Scarpetta is drawn from Patricia Cornwells long-running crime novel series centred on a forensic expert. Reports indicate that the first season takes inspiration from several books in the franchise, including Postmortem and Autopsy.
Lawyers find true meaning when clients receive justice: NHRC chairperson
Justice Subramanian said the workshop would remain a valuable experience in the professional lives of law students.
New Delhi, Mar 15: The Chief Justice of Delhi High Court, D K Upadhyaya, has declined a request by former chief minister and AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal and others to transfer CBIs plea against their discharge in the excise policy case from Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma to another judge. According to sources privy to the development, Justice Upadhyaya opined that Justice Sharma was hearing CBIs petition against the trial courts decision in accordance with the roster, and there was no [] The post Excise Policy Case: Delhi HC Chief Justice Refuses To Transfer CBI Plea Against Discharge Of Kejriwal, Others appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Our Campaign To Deliver Justice To Terror Victims Families Has Restored Their Tomorrow: LG Sinha
Srinagar, Mar 15: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday handed over appointment letters to 27 Next of Kins (NoKs) of victims of terrorism, at Lok Bhavan Srinagar. Appointment letters were also handed over to 22 NoKs of deceased government employees, under Jammu & Kashmir Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme-2022 and SRO 43. The Lieutenant Governor reiterated his resolve to secure justice for every terror victims family. He stated that pending cases will be reopened to hold perpetrators accountable. Paying homage to the [] The post Our Campaign To Deliver Justice To Terror Victims Families Has Restored Their Tomorrow: LG Sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Economic growth in Surat has led to rise in cyber crime cases: DGP - The Indian Express
Economic growth in Surat has led to rise in cyber crime cases: DGP The Indian Express
Govt to take over Justice Krishna Iyers residence to set up legal research centre: Minister Rajeev
KOCHI, Mar 14 : Kerala Law Minister P Rajeev on Saturday said the state government has decided to take over Sadgamaya, the residence of former Supreme Court judge and ex-law minister Justice V R Krishna Iyer, to establish an international-level legal research and study centre there. In a Facebook post, Rajeev said the decision to take over the residence and set up the centre under the Law Department was taken at the state Cabinet meeting held on Friday. The promise [] The post Govt to take over Justice Krishna Iyers residence to set up legal research centre: Minister Rajeev appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Three crime accused externed from Udupi district
Pahadishareef police raise cybercrime awareness at Tukkuguda
Hyderabad:The Pahadishareef Police organised a cybercrime awareness programme at Tukkuguda on Saturday, March 14, educating residents about the growing menace of online fraud and the safe use of digital technology. The event, held under the Cyber Mitra and Cyber Simha initiatives, was attended by a large number of citizens and students. Deputy Commissioner of Police 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 .
Man arrested within 12 hours of crime; 27 sovereigns of gold recovered
The Right To Choose How Life Ends
By Inderjit Badhwar Few questions test a societys moral compass more than the question of how life should end. In this issue, we bring together a cover package examining euthanasia and what is often called death with dignitya phrase that carries emotional, ethical, medical, and legal weight. Around the world, the debate has intensified as [] The post The Right To Choose How Life Ends appeared first on India Legal .
Between Life And Mercy: The Right To Die With Dignity
In a deeply emotional verdict, a 32-year-old man who had lived in a persistent vegetative state for 13 years was allowed to be taken off life supportreaffirming that dignity in death is as important as dignity in life The post Between Life And Mercy: The Right To Die With Dignity appeared first on India Legal .
AI Cant Replace Lawyers Minds or Judges' Ethics: SC Justice Vikram Nath
Justice Nath said technology may help draft a note, but it cannot be permitted to invent the law; at the same time, the misuse of AI cannot lead the judicial system to the opposite extreme of refusing to engage with it altogether.
AI cannot replace trained mind of lawyer, ethical responsibility of judge: Justice Vikram Nath
Hyderabad, Mar 14: Used intelligently, AI may save time and make some aspects of legal work more manageable, but it cannot replace the trained mind of a lawyer, the ethical responsibility of an officer of the court or the disciplined judgment required of a judge, Supreme Court Judge, Justice Vikram Nath said on Saturday. Addressing a conference here, Justice Nath further said technology may help draft a note, but it cannot be permitted to invent the law; at the same [] The post AI cannot replace trained mind of lawyer, ethical responsibility of judge: Justice Vikram Nath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
AAP government drowned Punjab in corruption, drugs and crime: Amit Shah
Punjab's Moga rally is being seen as the beginning of the BJP's poll campaign in Punjab, where assembly elections are due in early 2027
Prerana Katte made history as the first woman Assistant Commissioner of Police in the Navi Mumbai Crime Branch. Hailing from an agricultural background, Katte pursued civil services from a young age. She cleared the MPSC exam on her first attempt. Her career includes various huge postings across Maharashtra. Katte's journey inspires women and actor R Madhavan as well.
Sonam Wangchuks detention under National Security Act revoked by Central Government
The Central government has withdrawn the preventive detention order issued against Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act. The decision was communicated through the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, which exercised its authority under the law to revoke the detention. Wangchuk, a Ladakh-based activist and innovator, had been detained since September 2025 after authorities invoked [] The post Sonam Wangchuks detention under National Security Act revoked by Central Government appeared first on India Legal .
AAP Govt Drowned Punjab In Corruption, Drugs And Crime: Amit Shah
Chandigarh, Mar 14: Ahead of his rally in Punjabs Moga, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday hit out at the AAP government, accusing it of drowning the state in corruption, drugs, and crime. He said Punjab wants badlav (change). Every person in Punjab wants change. Because the sacred land of Punjab, known for its soldiers, farmers and hardworking people, has been drowned in corruption, drugs, and crime by the Aap-da government, Shah said in a post on X. Taking [] The post AAP Govt Drowned Punjab In Corruption, Drugs And Crime: Amit Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Annamalai says TN govt giving false data on crime
Court blocks Justice Department subpoenas of Federal Reserve
U.S. District Judge James Boasberg cited lack of evidence against central bank chief Jerome H. Powell and suggested the subpoenas aimed to pressure him.
Cyber Simba volunteers spread cybercrime awareness in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar on Friday, March 13, urged citizens to actively spread awareness about cybercrimes and protect others from cybercriminals. Speaking at the volunteer orientation program for Cyber Simba at the TG iCCC auditorium in Banjara Hills, the CP advised people to use WhatsApp groups to share cyber safety awareness messages rather 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 .
Sajjanar calls for public participation to curb cybercrime
Online crimes against women & children: Govt urges law enforcement & IT firms for stronger response
Home Secretary Govind Mohan urged law enforcement agencies to ensure prompt and coordinated responses to online crimes against women and children. He also called on IT intermediaries to adhere to legal provisions for a secure digital space. The national dialogue aims to strengthen mechanisms for preventing and responding to these evolving cyber threats.
L-G, CM assure to examine Justice Sasidharan Commission report for OBC quota in local body polls
The Puducherry government had in 2021 appointed a one-man Commission headed by K. K. Sasidharan, former Judge of the Madras High Court, to ascertain the proportion of OBCs in the Union Territory to reserve seats in the local body elections
Quote of the Day by Michael Sandel: More than 20 million people watched the famous Justice lectures by Michael Sandel at Harvard University. His quote remains powerful. Justice is not only about distributing wealth. It is about valuing things correctly. Sandel asks a key question. Should markets decide everything? Or should society protect dignity and fairness? His philosophy challenges profit-driven systems and highlights ethics, equality, and the common good in modern democracy.
The series, which premiered in 2025, is a Netflix Original created by Simon Barry, best known for his work on Warrior Nun. It draws inspiration from the Japanese manga Kakegurui, written by Homura Kawamoto and illustrated by Tru Naomura.
Parliamentary Committee to begin day-to-day proceedings in Justice Yashwant Varma cash haul case
A parliamentary committee will hold daily hearings from March 13 to March 21. The proceedings are part of an impeachment inquiry into allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma. Justice Varma has denied claims that cash recovered was his. He stated he was not present during the incident. The committee will review evidence and deliberate on findings.
Justice Lisa Gill Sworn In as Judge of Andhra Pradesh High Court
With this appointment, Justice Lisa Gill will hold the second position in the seniority list of judges at the Andhra Pradesh High Court. Chief Justice Dhiraj Singh Thakur is scheduled to retire on April 24.
A Canadian man's body was discovered on a boat off the coast of Belize. Police are treating the vessel as a potential crime scene due to visible wounds on the deceased. A woman on board was rescued by a cruise ship. The man's son has arrived in Belize to assist with the investigation and repatriation of his father's remains.
2 Nigerians linked to Solar Spider cybercrime gang arrested in Noida
Gautam Budh Nagar cybercrime police apprehended two Nigerians, Modebe Joseph and Sunday Okonkwo, for allegedly orchestrating an international cybercrime syndicate. The duo, linked to 'Solar Spider', targeted cooperative banks with weaker security, siphoning an estimated Rs 60-80 crore.
No bail for lawyer held in fake international crime bureau case
Justice for all: On the NCERT textbook issue, the judiciary
The directives on NCERT show the Court as keen to stave off any criticism
47 held during 24-hour police drive to curb street crime in Delhi
CCTV cameras, control centre installed in Ambur town to prevent crime
Supreme Court verdict on OBC creamy layer a victory for social justice: T.N. CM Stalin
T.N. govt. acts firmly on crimes against women and children: Home Secretary
Crackdown on street crime: Delhi Police nets 47, recovers knives and pistols
At 178, convictions in cybercrime cases abysmally low; recovery just 13%
Hyderabad Cybercrime Police nabs 117 accused during Operation Octopus
Hyderabad: The Cybercrime Police registered 78 first information reports (FIRs), solved 74 cases and arrested 117 people from 16 states throughout February this year, as part of a special drive called Operation Octopus. The cases consisted of 63 trading and investment fraud cases, six digital arrest cases, four one-time password (OTP) fraud cases and one 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 .
New criminal code form of modern justice system: Deputy Minister
Deputy Minister of Law Edward Omar Sharif Hiariej emphasized that the new Criminal Code (KUHP) and the reform of the ...
Crime rate has come down in Tamil Nadu, state home secretary says quoting data
Justice Sasidharan Commission to submit report on Friday
117 arrested in nationwide cybercrime crackdown linked to Hyderabad cases
Hyderabad Police Nabs 117 People in Feb. 2026 for Committing Cybercrimes
The individuals arrested were found to be involved in 1081 cases across India, and their bank accounts recorded transactions amounting to approximately Rs.139 crore
Travel insurance for rail passengers should not be limited to Online ticket bookings: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India has stated that travel insurance offered to railway passengers should not be restricted only to those who book tickets online, and must also be made available to passengers purchasing tickets at reservation counters. The observation was made by a Bench of Ahsanuddin Amanullah and R. Mahadevan while considering an issue [] The post Travel insurance for rail passengers should not be limited to Online ticket bookings: Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .
Health Recruitment Scam Exposed; Crime Branch Files Chargesheet Against 17 Accused
Srinagar, Mar 12: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Crime Branch J&K has filed a chargesheet against 17 accused persons in connection with a major fraud involving fake appointments and forged government orders in the Health Department, causing crores of rupees loss to the state exchequer. In a statement, The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K has produced a chargesheet in case FIR No. 07/2013 before the Honble Court of Special Anti-Corruption Judge Baramulla against [] The post Health Recruitment Scam Exposed; Crime Branch Files Chargesheet Against 17 Accused appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Policeman arrested in 100-crore cybercrime racket
Kejriwal requests HC Chief Justice to transfer excise case to impartial Bench
Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma had on March 9 stayed trial courts recommendationon initiation of departmental action against CBIs IO in the case while discharging the AAP chief and 22 others
Over 22 crore returned to cybercrime victims since 2019, says Vizag CP
Visakhapatnam City Police Commissionerate has emerged as the highest refunding commissionerate in Andhra Pradesh in cybercrime cases, says Bagchi
Truly Court Of People Of India: Ex-Chief Justice On Passive Euthanasia Order
Calling it a compassionate exercise of constitutional power, former chief justice of India DY Chandrachud praised the Supreme Court on Wednesday after it delivered its first-ever order allowing passive euthanasia.
Fresh developments emerge as Arvind Kejriwal and other parties implicated in the excise policy scandal have formally approached the Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court, aiming to relocate their case to a different bench. Their request for a fair and impartial hearing comes after their exoneration by a CBI court.
Arvind Kejriwal and other accused in the excise policy case have requested the Delhi High Court Chief Justice to transfer their criminal revision petition from Justice Swarna Kanta Sharma's bench. They allege bias and express concerns over the bench's prima facie view and interim directions without hearing all parties.
Kejriwal writes to Delhi HC Chief Justice seeking transfer of excise case to an impartial bench: AAP
Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia and 21 other accused were recently discharged in the excise policy case by a CBI court
How Cops Use Digital Tools To Combat Organised Crime In Punjab
In a secure operations room in Punjab, screens glow with call records, digital maps and intel alerts, while phones buzz with field updates from districts across the state.
The Supreme Court has permitted passive euthanasia for Harish Rana, a Ghaziabad student in a vegetative state for over 13 years. Doctors can now withdraw life-sustaining treatment. Medical reports indicated no recovery possibility. Justice Pardiwala referenced Shakespeare's 'To be or not to be' in the ruling. This marks the first full application of earlier euthanasia guidelines.
Go Sell Sweaters In Ludhiana: Chief Justice To Trader Over Frivolous Petition In Supreme Court
The Supreme Court on Tuesday saw Chief Justice of India Surya Kant losing his cool at a trader from Punjab's Ludhiana who filed a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking inclusion of the PM Cares Fund under the RTI Act.
Operating from Sathirakudi village and Paramakudi town in Ramanathapuram district, the gang converted about Rs100 crore of cybercrime proceeds into cryptocurrency and transferred the funds to offshore syndicates, said the Tamil Nadu Cyber Crime Wing.
UK adopts definition of anti-Muslim hostility, plans special envoy to tackle hate crimes
In a pivotal step, the UK is redefining anti-Muslim animosity with the introduction of a dedicated representative to tackle hate crimes directed at Muslims. This initiative seeks to combat intolerance and discrimination at its roots, providing a framework for understanding and mitigating hostility. Significantly, over 40% of religiously-motivated hate crimes in Britain target the Muslim community.
Actor Lavanya Tripathi files cyber crime complaint over abusive Instagram posts
If A Person Takes Bribe, He Acquires Proceeds Of Crime: Bombay High Court
A person acquires proceeds of crime if he takes a bribe, the Bombay High Court has said while refusing relief to a former senior official of the Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation arrested by the ED last year in a money laundering case.
Love Is Not A Crime: Kerala Minister Faces Resignation Calls Amid Infidelity Allegations
Kumar is a five-time MLA from Pathanapuram and has retained the seat for five consecutive terms. He currently serves as the chairperson of Kerala Congress (B).
Lavanya Tripathi Files Cybercrime Complaint Over Online Harassment in Hyderabad
Cybercrime officials have started an investigation and are working to trace the account owner through digital and technical evidence.
The court asked the ECI to provide more logistical support for the exercise
The Supreme Court of India has directed the Union government, through the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, to develop a no-fault compensation policy for individuals who experience serious adverse events after receiving COVID-19 vaccinations. In its order, the Court stated that such a framework should provide compensation without requiring affected individuals to prove negligence [] The post Supreme Court directs Centre to formulate no-fault compensation policy for serious COVID-19 vaccine adverse events appeared first on India Legal .
Police Must Upgrade to Tackle Cyber Crime, Says Revanth
With cybercrime on the rise, Revanth Reddy suggested upgrading technological infrastructure and recruiting technical experts to handle complex cyber offences.
Police must upgrade themselves to tackle cybercrime, drug menace: CM
Police must adapt to new-age crimes, says Chief Minister
We will have to approach court against Centre to seek justice on devolution of funds, says CM
Malkajgiri Cybercrime Police officers caught taking Rs 1 lakh bribe
Hyderabad: Two armed reserve Sub-Inspectors working at the Cybercrime Police Station, Malkajgiri Commissionerate, were caught by the Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau on Monday, March 9, for allegedly accepting a Rs 1 lakh bribe. According to the ACB, the accused officers, Pramod Goud and Jatavath Babu Naik, had demanded the bribe in exchange for issuing a notice 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 .
TVK flags series of crimes, accuses govt. of law and order failure
In a post on X, the party alleges that the State administration has completely failed
