Main Rahunga Aapke Saath: Ajay Devgn Joins Crime Patrol 2026
Crime Patrol 2026 Crime Ka Current Season to premiere on Monday, August 31, 2026, at 10:30 pm on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV
Sunshine Pictures, led by filmmaker Vipul Amrutlal Shah, has announced its next digital project, Bada Jurm Choti Kahani, in association with Sanjay Upadhyay, Head of Digital Vertical. The announcement follows the response to the production houses show Ankahee, which has crossed over 5 lakh views on YouTube. Bada Jurm Choti Kahani marks the next step in Sunshine Pictures digital journey. The production house has used artificial intelligence as a creative tool in the making of the show, with the makers stating that character development, storytelling and human emotion remain central to the series. Speaking about the project, Vipul Amrutlal Shah said, With Ankahee, we wanted to establish that vertical storytelling does not have to mean superficial storytelling. A small screen and a shorter duration can still accommodate big emotions, strong characters and compelling narratives. Bada Jurm, Choti Kahani takes that thought into the crime genre. Every episode may be short, but the crime, the circumstances, and most importantly the character are not. We want audiences to look beyond the crime and ask what makes an ordinary person commit an extraordinary act. The human aspect remains common at the core of any story we do at Sunshine. The series has been designed as a suspense thriller set within the crime genre, with the makers stating that artificial intelligence has been integrated into the creative process to enhance visual storytelling while keeping the human experience at the centre of the narrative. Sanjay Upadhyay added, AI is an exciting creative tool, but technology by itself cannot create a connection with an audience. That connection comes from a story and from characters that feel real. With Bada Jurm, Choti Kahani, our attempt is to use the possibilities of AI to tell stories that are sharp, contemporary and visually distinctive, while keeping the human emotions at the centre of every crime. The official promo for the series was released on August 3 and drew attention from viewers online, with several praising its tone and premise. The free-to-watch weekly series will begin streaming on YouTube from August 13, with new episodes releasing every Thursday on Sunshine Pictures official YouTube channel. Also Read: Vijay Varma stars in Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 campaign for Prime Video
Residents bear the cost of electricity for the storage facilities and the monthly maintenance expense of 5,000 is shared out as well; at present the footage from cameras is saved in seven network video recorders across the ward
Ajay Devgn Replaces Anoop Soni As Crime Patrol Host, Shoots 15 Episodes
Apart from Ajay Devgn, Mirzapur actor Rajesh Tailang is also set to host some episodes of the upcoming season of Crime Patrol
Former chief justice ABM Khairul Haque gets bail in all 9 cases
High Court grants ad-interim bail in Banani attempted murder case, clearing way for release
Major Success for Delhi Crime Branch: Fugitive Arrested After 12 Years in Tamil Nadu
New Delhi, August 10: The Delhi Police Crime Branch has achieved a significant breakthrough by arresting a fugitive wanted for 12 years, who had a bounty of 50,000 on his head. The accused was apprehended in Tamil Nadu and is linked to a high-profile forgery case involving fake letterheads. On August 4, 2026, the Central ... Read more Major Success for Delhi Crime Branch: Fugitive Arrested After 12 Years in Tamil Nadu
Chief justice reconstitutes jurisdictions of 55 High Court benches
Newly constituted benches set to begin proceedings tomorrow
Panjabi Poetica Brings Waris Shah
One of the greatest works of Panjabi literature will come alive in San Francisco later in August as Heer Waris Shah: A Love Story from Panjab, a historic region of South Asia, today divided between India and Pakistan, makes its San Francisco premiere at the city's Main Library on August 29.
Supreme Court adjourns Shiv Sena UBT plea against speaker
The Supreme Court on Monday adjourned for two weeks the hearing on a petition filed by Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) leader Arvind Ganpat Sawant challenging the Lok Sabha Speakers decision recognising the merger of six UBT MPs with the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. A Bench comprising Justice PS Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe deferred [] The post Supreme Court adjourns Shiv Sena UBT plea against speakers nod to six MPs merger with Shinde faction appeared first on India Legal .
As criticism of India's proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment (FCRA) Bill, 2026 gathered momentum in the United States, India's Ambassador to the U.S., Vinay Mohan Kwatra, has sought to counter what he called misunderstandings surrounding the legislation through a detailed Myth vs. Truth thread on X on August 9.
Daniel Kinahan extradited from Dubai to Ireland over crime gang charges
Daniel Kinahan extradited from Dubai to Ireland over crime gang charges
Supreme Court takes up plea seeking sweeping reforms in drug enforcement under NDPS Act
The Supreme Court voiced serious concern over the escalating menace of drug abuse and trafficking across the country as it sought responses from the Centre and several State governments on a petition seeking systemic reforms in the enforcement of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya [] The post Supreme Court takes up plea seeking sweeping reforms in drug enforcement under NDPS Act appeared first on India Legal .
NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya Says Childhood Vaccines Remain Best Defense Against Measles
The head of the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, has urged parents across the country to vaccinate their children with routine childhood vaccines, saying immunization remains the strongest protection against preventable diseases as the U.S. records its highest number of measles cases in 35 years.
Justice Prathiba M Singh calls for judiciary-controlled AI platform, flags privacy risks
Delhi High Court Justice Prathiba M Singh has questioned the need for lawyers to immediately disclose their use of artificial intelligence (AI), observing that such a requirement could add to their compliance burden and eventually result in another set of standardised affidavits. Her remarks assume significance amid the Supreme Courts draft Regulations for Use of [] The post Justice Prathiba M Singh calls for judiciary-controlled AI platform, flags privacy risks appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court declined to entertain a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking registration, recognition and State monitoring of institutions imparting secular and/or religious education to children up to 14 years of age. A Bench of Justice Aravind Kumar and Justice Vipul Pancholi declined to entertain the plea, following which it was asked to withdraw. The [] The post Supreme Court declines PIL seeking regulation of minority institutions imparting religious instruction appeared first on India Legal .
Rs 1700 crore lost to cybercrime in three years: Telangana DGP
Hyderabad: Telangana Director General of Police CV Anand on Sunday, August 9, said that the state has lost Rs 1,700 crore to cybercrimes in the last three years. This is almost three times the money lost to conventional crimes, Anand told the media during a press conference in Warangal. Anand said that the Telangana 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 .
Ajay Devgn to host 'Crime Patrol'?
Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn is all set to make his hosting debut with the popular crime series Crime Patrol, reported IANS.
A public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed before the Calcutta High Court challenging police directions asking religious establishments in West Bengal to remove loudspeakers from their premises. The PIL was mentioned for urgent hearing on Monday by Senior Advocate Kalyan Bandyopadhyay before a Division Bench comprising Acting Chief Justice Tapabrata Chakraborty and Justice Atarup [] The post Calcutta High Court to hear PIL challenging police directions to remove loudspeakers from religious places appeared first on India Legal .
Collegium recommends Chief Justices across Four High Courts
The Collegiums latest recommendations, which do not spell out the reasoning, seek to appoint chief justices across the High Courts of Patna, Calcutta, Bombay, Punjab & Haryana, and possibly, if Justice Sunita Agarwal is elevated to the Supreme Court, the Gujarat High Court as well.
Supreme Court Allows Abhishek Banerjee To Travel Abroad For Eye Treatment
Centre tells Supreme Court: Economic status alone cannot determine benefits under SC, ST, OBC quota
The Centre has opposed before the Supreme Court a plea seeking income-based preferences within each reserved category to ensure that economically weaker candidates among the Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), Other Backward Classes (OBCs) and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) receive a greater share of reservation benefits. The Union government submitted that reservation for SCs, [] The post Centre tells Supreme Court: Economic status alone cannot determine benefits under SC, ST, OBC quota appeared first on India Legal .
R Madhavan questions criticism of Dhurandhar, Rocketry - Indian identity cannot be a crime
The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Union Government and the Assam Government to file their responses to a batch of petitions seeking issuance of National Identity Cards to persons whose names were included in the final National Register of Citizens (NRC) published in Assam in 2019. A Bench comprising Justice PS Narasimha and Justice [] The post Supreme Court seeks replies from Centre, Assam on pleas seeking identity cards for NRC-listed persons appeared first on India Legal .
The highly anticipated season 2 of Made in Korea is set to premiere on September 9, bringing us six riveting episodes. Fans will see the return of Hyun Bin as Baek Kitae, now elevated to a deputy director in the Korean CIA. Jung Woosung resumes his role as prosecutor Jang Geonyoung, who is bent on vengeance. Read on to know when and where to watch on OTT in India.
Crimea strikes could rise sevenfold if Western funds came faster, Ukraine drone commander tells AP
FBI, German Authorities Arrest Indian Student Wanted For Arizona Murder
An Indian student accused of killing his girlfriend in Arizona was arrested in Germany before he could board a connecting flight to India, ending what investigators believe was an attempt to flee the U.S. after the alleged crime.
FBI Chief Kash Patel Set For Russia Trip In October
FBI Director Kash Patel is expected to visit Russia in October, a rare trip by the head of the U.S. law enforcement agency at a time when relations between Washington and Moscow remain strained over the war in Ukraine.
Bay Area boutique showcases Indian sarees as living art at San Francisco museum exhibition
The timeless elegance of Indian textiles took center stage earlier this year at San Francisco's Asian Art Museum during Unstitched: A Celebration of the Saree, an exhibition co-organized with EnActe Arts that explored the saree as both a cultural artifact and a contemporary artistic expression.
India is now importing most of its liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from the United States, marking a major shift in the country's energy sourcing strategy, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on August 7.
Supreme Court Collegium recommends Justice V Kameswar Rao as Chief Justice of Patna High Court
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of Delhi High Court Judge Justice V Kameswar Rao as the Chief Justice of the Patna High Court. The recommendation was taken at the Collegiums meeting held on August 6, 2026. Justice Sudhir Singh is presently discharging the functions of Acting Chief Justice of the Patna High [] The post Supreme Court Collegium recommends Justice V Kameswar Rao as Chief Justice of Patna High Court appeared first on India Legal .
U.S. Faces Missile Interceptor Shortage After Months Of Iran War, Former Official Says
Months of military operations in Iran have significantly reduced U.S. stocks of key missile interceptors and other precision weapons, raising concerns among former officials and lawmakers about the country's military readiness and its ability to respond to future conflicts.
Amit Shah presents Presidents Colours to Puducherry Police
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Sunday presented the Presidents Colours to the Puducherry Police, recognising the forces bravery, dedication and service. Lieutenant Governor K. Kailashnathan and Chief Minister N. Rangasamy were among those present on the occasion. Addressing the gathering, Amit Shah said Puducherry was a living symbol of the spiritual and cultural consciousness of South India and described the conferment of the Presidents Colours as a recognition of the forces bravery, hard work and dedication. Today, the Puducherry Police has joined the ranks of police forces in the country that have been awarded the Presidents Colours, he said. Amit Shah said receiving the Presidents Colours was one of the most prestigious moments for any police force. The Puducherry Police is entrusted with the responsibility of protecting Puducherry, ensuring its internal security and safeguarding its honour, he said, adding that the force had received the prestigious honour in recognition of its hard work, valour, service and dedication. Referring to Puducherrys history, Amit Shah said that despite having remained under French rule for a long period, the Union Territory has preserved its Indian identity and spiritual vitality. He noted that the post of Director General of Police was created in Puducherry on October 1, 1963, and said that since then, the Puducherry Police had strengthened the internal security of this border region. On criminal justice reforms, Amit Shah said the government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi had replaced the penal codes enacted by the British with three new criminal laws. These new laws are not merely punitive in nature; rather, their objective is to ensure justice for citizens in a technology-enabled and time-bound manner, he said. Amit Shah said the new criminal laws were built on three pillars: Technology, Timeline and Trust. The Home Minister also highlighted steps taken by the Centre to strengthen the Union Territories, saying Prime Minister Modi had taken several steps over the past 12 years to strengthen the Union Territories. He said the Central Government had undertaken several development projects for Puducherry, including the four-laning of National Highway 332-A at a cost of 2,200 crore. The Modi Government has constructed an extended runway here, approximately 3,400 metres long and 45 metres wide, Amit Shah said. He also compared the development assistance provided to Puducherry before and after 2014. From 1950 to 2014, the Government of India had provided only 3,500 crore to Puducherry for developmental works. From 2014 to 2026, the Modi Government has provided 13,762 crore for the development of Puducherry, which is nearly four times the amount provided earlier, he said. Amit Shah said that over the past nine years, the Centre had also facilitated industrial investments worth 39,000 crore in Puducherry. He said people of the Union Territory had benefited from several Central schemes, including Lakhpati Didi, Jal Jeevan Mission, Ayushman Bharat, construction of toilets, the free foodgrain scheme, Ujjwala Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and Direct Benefit Transfer.
West Bengal CM calls for justice in RG Kar rape and murder case investigation
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Justice for Women is a Shared Constitutional Responsibility: NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar
Bengaluru, August 10: Vijaya Rahatkar, the Chairperson of the National Commission for Women (NCW), emphasized that justice for women is a shared constitutional responsibility. She stated that justice should not only be timely but also instill trust among citizens. This statement was made during the inaugural Southern Regional Conference on Justice for Women, held on ... Read more Justice for Women is a Shared Constitutional Responsibility: NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar
Suspected Irish gang boss Daniel Kinahan charged with directing organised crime group
Daniel Kinahan was flown from Dubai back to Ireland aboard a 39 million jet to face charges of directing a criminal organisation and taken to court wi... Suspected Irish gang boss Daniel Kinahan charged with directing organised crime group
Amit Shahs helicopter diverted to Tambaram amid adverse weather in Chennai
New US tariff bill causes concern for India
The US Senates approval of a bill empowering President Donald Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on top importers of Russian energy has raised concern about engineering exports from India, an industry body said on Saturday.
Rahul Gandhi criticises Amit Shah for silence over police action on July 20 student protest
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New Delhi, August 9: The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra, a senior judge of the Allahabad High Court, as the Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. Following this recommendation, Arvind Kejriwal, the national convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), raised concerns about the promotion ... Read more Kejriwal Questions Promotion Process for Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra as Chief Justice of Punjab and Haryana High Court
Delhis Justice System Prepared for the Future, Says CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, August 9: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Sunday that the state government is preparing the national capitals justice system for the future by integrating new talent and modern judicial infrastructure. During a competition at the National Law University in Delhi, CM Gupta engaged with young participants. She later shared on the ... Read more Delhis Justice System Prepared for the Future, Says CM Rekha Gupta
Gun crime surge raises questions on police action
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday, August 9, questioned Home Minister Amit Shahs silence over alleged police brutalities against protesting students.
Telangana Top Cop Wants Policing in Line With the Changing Nature of Crime
Anand revealed that people in Telangana have lost around Rs 1,700 crore to cybercrimes during last year
KC Venugopal criticises Centre over FCRA bill and questions Amit Shah
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Retired judge urges public awareness on consumer rights for justice
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A Prayagraj courts summons to Independent MP Pappu Yadav for his skit at Parliament complex over the alleged theft of donations at Ram Temple raises the question of territorial jurisdiction
Crime Branch likely to probe 29.62-cr. NRI loan scam
The Ernakulam Central police booked a direct selling agent of the bank, its managing director and director, along with 28 others, for allegedly cheating the bank
I just want justice: Deceased TMC workers brother refuses to meet Mamata, alleges custodial assault
Andhra Medical Student Injured In Hit-And-Run Dies, Family Seeks Justice
An SUV with two youths who were allegedly under the influence had rammed the doctor's scooter from behind
JPSC Protest Row: Hemant Soren Promises Justice, Slams Centre Over NEET Protest Violence
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has assured protesting JPSC aspirants that justice will be delivered, while also attacking the Centre over the violence reported during NEET-related protests.
BLAST demands justice for tortured sisters in Shariatpur
Seeks punishment for perpetrators
Man Held For Performing 'Tantrik' Rituals With CG High Court Chief Justice's Photo
The incident took place in the cremation ground in Devri village under Sipat police station on the intervening night of Friday and Saturday: Police
Mumbai police arrest one linked to cybercrime racketrouting7.42 crorethroughmule accounts
The accused opened bank accounts in their own names and in the names of other individuals across multiple banks and handed them over to cyber fraudsters to route money through, according to police
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Vows Justice For Exam Protesters
Alleging that vested interests were working at full force to disrupt democracy in the state, he said the students' stir should not be politicised and warned those harbouring political ambitions against misguiding youths
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren pledged transparent justice for protesting youths. He asserted that dialogue, not force, resolves issues and warned against politicizing the student stir. Soren stated that those involved in exam irregularities will face strict action. He urged young people to bring their concerns directly to the government. The ongoing protest entered its sixteenth day with hunger strike participants.
'No Violence, Only Justice': Jharkhand Students Prepare For Mega March
As Ranchi braces for a major protest, students demanded recruitment reforms, action against alleged paper leaks and greater transparency, while pledging to keep the march peaceful and disciplined.
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Top Law College Invites Chief Justice Surya Kant To Convocation, Students React
The students' objection centres the Supreme Court's reported refusal to urgently list a plea concerning the police action against protesters during the Chalo Sansad demonstration at Jantar Mantar on July 20.
Jharkhand CM vows justice, flags bid to disrupt democracy
Ranchi: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Sunday, August 9, pledged to deliver justice with transparency to youths protesting alleged irregularities in recruitment exams while asserting that dialogue, not batons, can solve all problems at home. Alleging that vested interests were working at full force to disrupt democracy in the state, he said the students 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 .
Does Indias heat relief promise truly reach its informal workers? An RTI and field-based study by a collaboration between economists, lawyers and journalists inquires into the many gaps between plan and action in the national capitals latest heat action strategy.
SC Collegium recommends new Chief Justices for Patna, Calcutta, Bombay, Punjab
New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) The Supreme Court Collegium, headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, has recommended the appointment of four judges as Chief Justices of the Patna, Calcutta, Bombay and Punjab and Haryana High Courts. The Supreme Court Collegium in its meeting held on 6th August, 2026 has recommended elevation of []
Assam floods expose cost of environmental degradation, warns SC judge Justice Ujjal Bhuyan
Guwahati: The recent devastating floods in Upper Assams Sivasagar and adjoining districts should trigger a serious debate on environmental degradation, including detrimental mining and deforestation, Supreme Court judge Justice Ujjal Bhuyan said on Saturday, warning that what happened in Sivasagar today could happen in any other part of Assam tomorrow. Speaking at a special lecture [] The post Assam floods expose cost of environmental degradation, warns SC judge Justice Ujjal Bhuyan appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Dehri EO murder case: Cops scan phones active near crime spot to probe role of others
Supreme Court collegium recommends elevation of four judges as Chief Justices of different HCs
In another decision, the collegium has recommended transfer of two judges of the High Courts
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Jharkhand CM assures transparent justice to protesting youth over exam irregularities
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Dialogue, not batons: Jharkhand CM Soren's message to youth protesting for 'justice' over exam leaks
Dialogue, not batons: CM Hemant Soren promises justice, transparency to Jharkhand exam protesters
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has assured students protesting exam irregularities of government dialogue. He stressed that dialogue, not force, is the appropriate method for addressing concerns. The government is investigating alleged irregularities and has made several arrests in connection with the case. Protesting students demand cancellation of the 14th JPSC preliminary examination and greater transparency.
SC collegium recommends elevation of 4 judges as Chief Justices of different high courts
The Supreme Court collegium has made a pivotal recommendation for the appointment of four judges as Chief Justices. Justice V Kameswar Rao is slated to take charge of Patna High Court, with Justice Ravindra V Ghuge being considered for the Calcutta High Court. Furthermore, Judge Mahesh Chandra Tripathi from Allahabad High Court has been suggested for the Chief Justice role at the Bombay High Court.
Hyderabad cybercrime unit asked to focus on investment frauds
Hyderabad: The cybercrime unit of the Hyderabad Police has been asked to remain vigilant against investment and digital arrest frauds. Additional Commissioner of Police (SIT and Crimes) M Srinivas on Sunday, August 9, inspected the city polices cybercrime branch and called for strengthening the response against the emerging cyber threats. Srinivas emphasised vigilance against fake 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 .
Suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan to be returned to Ireland in high-security operation
The Irish Prison Service bought a bulletproof and bomb-proof van to transport the 49-year-old to court after his extradition from Dubai.
New criminal laws introduced to provide speedy justice to citizens: Union Home Minister Amit Shah
He was speaking in the presentation ceremony of the Presidents Police Colour to the Puducherry Police in the Union Territory
Former Chief Justice of Manipur High Court D. Krishnakumar appointed Chairman of T.N. Law Commission
Man Uses Chhattisgarh Chief Justice's Photo In Ritual To Get Relative's Bail
Police recovered ritual materials including a fish, lemons, vermilion and photographs of Chief Justice Ramesh Sinha and two other persons from the spot
Justice-led panel to review Bidadi Township amid BJP-JDS protest
Bengaluru: The Bidadi Township project has taken a fresh turn with the Karnataka government constituting a committee headed by a sitting judge on Saturday, August 8, to comprehensively examine concerns and suggestions raised over the proposed development. The move comes amid strong opposition from the BJP and JD(S), which have announced a joint padayatra on 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 performs 'tantrik' ritual with Chief Justice's photo to secure kin's bail in Chhattisgarh
A man was questioned by Bilaspur Police on Saturday after he was allegedly found performing a 'tantrik' ritual at a cremation ground i n an attempt to secure bail for a relative arrested in a stabbing case, police said.
Is It Food Poisoning, a Stomach Bug, or Something More? How to Tell the Difference
By Dr. Omar Khokhar- Weve all been there. You wake up feeling fine, eat lunch, and by dinner youre making repeated trips to the bathroom. Or perhaps your entire family comes down with vomiting and diarrhea a day after a holiday gathering. The first question most people ask is, What did I eat? Sometimes it []
Vance Calls Modi, Discusses Strengthening India-U.S. Strategic Partnership
United States Vice President JD Vance spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, Aug. 8, with the two leaders discussing ways to further strengthen the India-U.S. Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership across several key areas.
AIP appeals to CJI for justice, expeditious bail for Er Rashid
AIP chief spokesperson Inam Un Nabi Saturday said that seven years of incarceration of an elected Member of Parliament without the trial reaching its logical conclusion was not merely a legal matter but a serious test of justice, constitutional values and human conscience. Inam was addressing a press conference and flanked by State Secretary Sheikh Ashiq and General Secretary Nazir Ahmad Khan here on the completion of seven years of incarceration of AIP President and Member of Parliament from Baramulla, Er. Rashid Speaking on the occasion, he said: Er Rashid is not merely an accused. He is the democratically elected Member of Parliament from Baramulla, representing nearly 40 percent of Kashmirs population. For seven long years, the democratic voice of his constituents has remained away from the people who elected him, Inam said. Making a humble and heartfelt appeal to the Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, Inam urged that Er Rashids bail plea be considered with compassion, urgency and constitutional fairness. He said the judiciary has repeatedly emphasised the importance of personal liberty and the principle that bail is the rule and jail is the exception. We are not questioning the judicial process. We have complete faith in the judiciary. Our only request is that justice must not be delayed, particularly when personal liberty is at stake, he said. Inam said that seven years cannot be returned to Er Rashid, his family or his constituents. Seven years with his family cannot be restored, seven years of public service cannot be recovered and seven years of Parliamentary representation cannot be brought back, he said. He also stressed that the consequences of prolonged incarceration were not confined to Er Rashid alone. The suffering is shared by lakhs of voters who placed their trust in their elected representative and whose voice has remained absent for seven years, he said. Referring to Article 21 of the Constitution, Inam said the right to life and personal liberty was a fundamental constitutional guarantee and that prolonged incarceration and delay in trial deserved the highest judicial consideration. We are not seeking any special privilege for Er Rashid. We seek equal justice, equal treatment and the protection of constitutional guarantees available to every citizen. Our appeal is not political. It is constitutional and humanitarian, he said. Inam Un Nabi also highlighted what AIP described as a significant development in the proceedings concerning Er Rashid before the Court of the Additional Sessions Judge, Patiala House Courts, New Delhi. According to the proceedings of July 6, 2026, Mohammad Yasin Malik, while appearing through video conferencing, personally submitted before the Court that the investigating agency had wrongly implicated Engineer Rashid by attributing to him the identity of Sheikh Abdul Rashid mentioned in an alleged email. The court proceedings record Yasin Malik as stating that there was another person named Sheikh Abdul Rashid associated with the JKLF and that the investigating agency had wrongly implicated Engineer Rashid in his place. Yasin Malik also submitted an affidavit in this regard, which the Court accepted on record and stated would be considered while passing orders on charge. Inam said this development assumes considerable significance because the attribution of Sheikh Abdul Rashid to Engineer Rashid had been one of the allegations repeatedly relied upon against him. He said the Court record now contains a specific statement from the principal accused disputing that identification. For years, Er Rashid has maintained that the Sheikh Abdul Rashid referred to in the alleged communication was not him but another individual bearing the same name. Today, that very contention has been placed before the Court by Yasin Malik himself and has been supported through an affidavit taken on record, Inam said. He, however, made it clear that the final determination rests with the Court. We are not pre-judging the matter. But if this position is ultimately accepted by the Court, it would seriously undermine one of the foundational allegations that has been repeatedly levelled against Er Rashid, he said. The report records that such a finding could lend substantial support to Er Rashids long-standing contention that he was wrongly identified in relation to this aspect of the case. Inam said the latest development further strengthens the need for the Court to examine the question of personal liberty, prolonged incarceration and the evidentiary basis of the allegations with the utmost sensitivity. While appealing to the Chief Justice of India, Inam Un Nabi said Let justice be timely. Let personal liberty receive the priority it deserves. Let the constitutional principle that bail is the rule and jail is the exception be meaningfully upheld. Let compassion, fairness and justice prevail. He also remembered Er Rashids family, who, he said, had endured seven years of separation, uncertainty and emotional hardship, and reiterated AIPs faith in the Supreme Court of India and the Constitution of our country (India).
Acting Chief Justice chairs awareness programme on NALSAs SAMVAD Scheme
Shopian, Aug 8: Acting Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Sanjeev Kumar, Saturday presided over an awareness programme on NALSAs SAMVAD (Strengthening Access to Justice for Marginalized, Vulnerable Adivasis and De-notified/Nomadic Tribes) Scheme at Imtiyaz Memorial Government Degree College, Shopian. Executive Chairman, J&K Legal Services Authority, and M.K. Sharma, Registrar General, High Court of J&K and Ladakh, were also present. The programme was organised by the District Legal Services Authority, Shopian, under the aegis of J&K Legal Services Authority. On arrival, the Acting Chief Justice and other dignitaries inspected stalls put up by various government departments. Addressing the gathering, Sanjeev Kumar lauded DLSA Shopian and J&K LSA for organising the programme. He highlighted the constitutional and legal rights of tribal communities and the role of Legal Services Authorities in ensuring access to justice at the grassroots level. He said the NALSA SAMVAD Scheme, 2025, aims to bridge the gap between tribal communities and legal aid services. Principal District & Sessions Judge and Chairman, DLSA Shopian, Mehmood Ahmad Chowdhary, delivered the welcome address. He stressed the importance of legal awareness and community outreach among tribal populations. MLA Shopian, Deputy Commissioner Shopian and SSP Shopian were also present. The dignitaries later released Sabeel, a publication prepared by DLSA Shopian. Tribal boys and girls presented a cultural programme showcasing the communitys rich culture and heritage. More than 2,000 tribal people from across Shopian attended the event. They were sensitised about the SAMVAD Scheme 2025. Felicitation certificates were distributed among achievers from the tribal community. Beneficiaries of various government schemes were also provided benefits on the spot by the dignitaries. Members of the Bar, representatives of tribal communities and officers of various departments spoke on the occasion. They shared their views on the implementation of tribal welfare schemes. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by the Principal Magistrate, JJB Shopian. Later, the Acting Chief Justice and Registrar General inspected the newly constructed District Court Complex, Shopian. They also interacted with Judicial Officers and members of the Bar Association, Shopian. Issues relating to legal aid and access to justice were discussed. Registrar Vigilance, Registrar Judicial, Registrar IT and Joint Registrar Protocol of the High Court of J&K and Ladakh, besides other district officers, were present.
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Ukraine accuses Russia of war crime after video shows drone attacking vegetable seller in Kherson
Footage released by Ukrainian police shows the drone pursuing a man around a van being used as a street stand before exploding as he dives for cover behind the vehicle
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Jammu and Kashmir Crime Branch Investigates Visa Fraud Scheme
Jammu, August 8: The Jammu and Kashmir Crime Branchs Special Crime Wing and Economic Offenses Wing have registered a case regarding a fraudulent scheme promising visas and jobs abroad. According to a statement from the EOW Jammu, the case was filed based on a joint written complaint from several residents of Doda district. The complainants ... Read more Jammu and Kashmir Crime Branch Investigates Visa Fraud Scheme
Patna administration to intensify crackdown on cybercrime, online fraud
Former High Court Chief Justice-led panel set up to review Bidadi Township Project
On the eve of the Janata Dal (Secular) and the Bharatiya Janata Party taking out a padayatra from Bidadi against the Bidadi Township Project, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has ordered a committee led by a former High Court Chief Justice to re-examine the project
