AISA President Neha Bora moves Delhi High Court challenging police notice to execute peace bond
All India Students Association (AISA) president Neha Bora has approached the Delhi High Court challenging a police notice directing her to furnish a personal bond of 10,000 and undertake to maintain peace, following her detention ahead of a proposed protest in the national capital. The petition seeks the withdrawal of the notice and a stay [] The post AISA President Neha Bora moves Delhi High Court challenging police notice to execute peace bond appeared first on India Legal .
U.S. Says European Allies Refused To Back Tariffs On India, China Over Russian Oil
The Trump administration has defended its decision to pause enforcement of new sanctions against countries buying Russian energy, saying European allies refused to join a U.S. proposal to impose secondary tariffs on India and China over their purchases.
An attack on a Srinagar-bound private bus in Haryana, leaving an elderly passenger injured, has triggered a controversy, with Kashmiri leaders alleging a hate crime. While the driver and political leaders raised concerns over threats against Jammu and Kashmir-registered vehicles, Haryana Police attributed the incident to an altercation involving a passenger and two local men allegedly under the influence of alcohol.
Anti-drug activist murder: Diljit Dosanjh says Jhota's family should get justice
Known for raising his voice against the illegal sale of addictive substances at chemist shops, Parvinder Singh Jhota was shot in broad daylight inside a medical store in a busy marketplace in Mansa on October 13
Anti-drug activist murder: Diljit Dosanjh says Jhota's family should get justice
Known for raising his voice against the illegal sale of addictive substances at chemist shops, Parvinder Singh Jhota was shot in broad daylight inside a medical store in a busy marketplace in Mansa on October 13
Kerala High Court says Supreme Court
The Kerala High Court has ruled that neither the State government nor the High Court can extend the deadline fixed by the Supreme Court for temples and Devaswoms to register with the District Committee under the Kerala Captive Elephant (Management and Maintenance) Rules, 2012. Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas made the observation while dismissing a petition [] The post Kerala High Court says Supreme Courts deadline for temple registration under captive elephant rules cannot be extended appeared first on India Legal .
Negligence Costing Lives, Says Stalin Slamming Govt on Rising Crimes, Drug Menace
Highlighting the recent wave of violent crimes, Stalin pointed out that days after a man was brutally murdered in front of his wife in Dindigul district right after signing his bail registry, a similar incident shocked Sivaganga
Bombay High Court lists Imran Khan
The Bombay High Court will take up actor Imran Khans challenge to a directive requiring him to leave India on October 26, after the actor questioned the legality of the order issued by the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO). The notice requires him to depart from the country by October 28. A Division Bench of [] The post Bombay High Court lists Imran Khans challenge to FRROs exit directive For October 26 appeared first on India Legal .
Suryaa Teaser: On 69th Birthday, Sunny Deol Takes On Medical System In His Fight For Justice
The film is scheduled to release in theatres on November 20.
Flaws in French security services dealing with far-left protesters, says justice minister
This weekend's rioting in France highlighted failings with the security services over how they deal with threats posed by far-left protesters, said Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin. Darmanin said the security services were very good in dealing with threats from terroris
Parliamentary panel to hear four states on child crime on 2 November
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The Delhi High Court has held that a voter whose name was deleted from the electoral rolls during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) need not apprehend legal action for making a false declaration merely because he seeks re-inclusion through Form 6, after the Election Commission of India (ECI) assured the Court that the application could [] The post Delhi High Court says voters fear of false declaration over Form 6 during SIR is misplaced appeared first on India Legal .
Attempt-To-Murder Case Filed After Firing At Actor Tiger Shroff
The Mumbai Crime Branch has taken over the investigation into the firing at Bollywood actor Tiger Shroffs car in the citys Juhu area, as police search for three unidentified suspects and investigate a possible link to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
A Supreme Court advocate-on-record (AOR) has sought the Attorney Generals consent to initiate criminal contempt proceedings against Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president Sunny Joseph and those responsible for managing the partys social media account over a post on X calling for Chief Justice of India Surya Kant to resign. In an application dated October [] The post Supreme Court AOR seeks AGs consent for criminal contempt action against Kerala Congress Chief over post asking CJI to resign appeared first on India Legal .
Mansa Murder: Diljit Dosanjh Backs Justice For Anti-Drug Activist
Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh has called for justice for anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, who was shot dead in Mansa last week. Jhota was killed after confronting a medical store owner selling addictive drugs. His family and supporters are protesting, demanding a CBI probe and refusing cremation until justice is served, with actress Neeru Bajwa and singer Babbu Mann also showing support.
U.S.-Designated Terrorist Muhammad Sarwar Dies In Pakistan
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VP JD Vance Says He May Not Run For President In 2028, Cites Family
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Early Voting Opens In Texas, Florida As Indian-American Candidates Vie For Key Seats
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Sahil Wakode's parents visit IIT Bombay, protesters demand justice and arrests
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Sacramento Sheriff Arrests Indian-Origin Man After Missing Wife
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American media analytics firm Nielsen is positioning India as its primary global innovation engine, with over 5,000 employees in the countryroughly half its worldwide workforceand Bengaluru established as its largest hub.
Crime Branch Files Closure Report in Rs 1,000-Crore SRA Fraud Case
New Ladakh bench aims to bring justice closer to remote communities
LEH: A Ceremonial Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, presided over by Dr. Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati, Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, was held at Leh today to commemorate the historic inauguration of the Ladakh Bench, marking a significant milestone in bringing constitutional []
CJI Justice inaugurates Ladakh Bench of High Court in Leh
LEH: In a historic milestone for the administration of justice in the Union Territory of Ladakh, Justice Surya Kant, Chief Justice of India, on Sunday inaugurated the newly established Ladakh Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Melongthang, Leh. The establishment of the Bench marks a significant step towards bringing [] The post CJI Justice inaugurates Ladakh Bench of High Court in Leh appeared first on Northlines .
WHO, Interpol team up to tackle crime involving healthcare
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Chief Justice of India Inaugurates Ladakh Bench of the High Court of Jammu
In a historic milestone for the administration of justice in the Union Territory of Ladakh, Mr. Justice Surya Kant, Chief Justice of India, today inaugurated the newly established Ladakh Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Melongthang, Leh. The establishment of the Bench marks a significant step towards bringing justice [] The post Chief Justice of India Inaugurates Ladakh Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Leh appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik has extended warm Durga Puja and Dussehra greetings to the people of Odisha, describing the festival as a powerful reminder of the victory of truth and justice over falsehood and oppression. In a video message, Patnaik said the celebrations convey the message of victory of truth and justice over falsehood [] The post Naveen Patnaik Extends Durga Puja and Dussehra Greetings, Calls Struggle Against Injustice the Highest Form of Worship appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
CJI inaugurates high court bench in Leh: Ladakh enters a new era of accessible justice
The inauguration of the Ladakh Bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh by Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant marks a new era of accessible justice for the Union Territory. The bench will bring judicial services closer to the people, reduce the burden of long-distance travel, and begin hearings on October 21, with 75 cases listed for consideration.
J&K Crime Branch files charge sheet against 15 accused in Kishtwar minor's rape & murder case
Digital Desk | Jammu, Oct 18 (IANS) J&K Crime Branch has filed the charge sheet against 15 accused in the Kishtwar minor girls rape and murder case, officials said. The charge sheet, filed in the court of the Principal District and Sessions Judge in Kishtwar, alleges a criminal conspiracy to cover up the sexual assault, intimidate the girls family, and terminate her advanced pregnancy through unauthorised and unsafe methods. Those named included the main accused Khalid Hussain, several health workers who allegedly assisted in the attempted abortion, and others accused of pressuring the victims family to reach a compromise to protect Hussain. Among the accused, two doctors and another person have been charged under Section 21 read with Section 19 of the POCSO Act for failing to report the matter to the police despite having knowledge of the minor victims pregnancy, the spokesperson said. The exhaustive charge sheet, running to over 1,000 pages and citing 143 witnesses, invokes provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, an official said. The 15-year-old tribal girl was allegedly sexually assaulted repeatedly over several months by a teacher in her school, resulting in her pregnancy. She died following an alleged attempt to terminate the pregnancy in the Chatroo area on August 20. The case was initially registered at the Chatroo police station following the girls death. A week later, amid widespread protests, the investigation was transferred to the Special Crime Wing in Jammu. By then, nine people, including the teacher and his brother, had been arrested. Inspector General of Police, Crime, Sarah Rizvi, constituted a special investigation team (SIT) headed by Senior Superintendent of Police, Special Crime Wing, Jammu, Sanjay Kumar Parihar, immediately after the Crime Branch took over the investigation, the spokesperson said. He said the investigation has revealed that the victims pregnancy came to light during a medical examination at the Public Health Centre in Chatroo on August 10. Instead of reporting the matter to the police, as the law mandates in cases involving minors, Hussain, who was then posted as in-charge headmaster of the government school, allegedly conspired with others to suppress the matter and arrange for the pregnancy to be terminated. Those allegedly involved included two of Hussains brothers, a brother-in-law, some associates and two influential community elders of the area, one of whom is his uncle. The victims father was prevented from approaching the police and was subjected to pressure and intimidation, including the threat of social boycott, the spokesperson said. A settlement deed (Razi-nama) was prepared in a local meeting at the residence of one of the accused. The SIT has seized this document, and the expert opinion of the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) Jammu has confirmed the authorship of the writing and the signatures on it. As part of the alleged conspiracy, a junior staff nurse and two sanitary workers of District Hospital Kishtwar were drawn into the attempt to terminate the pregnancy, for which payment was also made, he said. On August 19 and 20, the victims age was falsely recorded as an adult on hospital registration slips, and unauthorised and unsafe methods were used inside and outside the hospital to terminate the advanced pregnancy, he said. As her condition deteriorated, the girl was taken in a private vehicle belonging to the main accused to Government Medical College (GMC) in Doda. Doctors there referred her to GMC Jammu after finding her condition critical, but she died on the way at Udhampur, the spokesperson said. He said the investigation has also revealed that the vehicle used to transport the victim was later washed in an attempt to destroy evidence. The chargesheet is based on statements of key witnesses, including the victims parents, recorded under Section 183 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), along with analysis of call detail records, CCTV camera footage, bank and ATM transaction records, hospital records, and seized documents and articles, the spokesperson said. During the initial investigation by the SIT of Kishtwar Police, DNA samples of the victim and the newborn, collected at District Hospital Kishtwar, were sent to Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) in Chandigarh for comparison with samples from the main accused and his brother, another accused. The Crime Branch SIT has since collected more samples from other accused and suspects and sent them to CFSL, he said, adding that digital and technical evidence has also been sent to CFSL/FSL for data retrieval. The spokesperson said the reports of the tests are awaited, and Crime Branch Headquarters has requested their priority processing. Further investigation will be completed after the reports are received, following which a supplementary chargesheet will be filed before the competent court, he said. The accused teacher has been dismissed from service, while the contracts of two sanitation workers at the Kishtwar district hospital were terminated following their arrests. Several others, including a teacher and a doctor, were placed under suspension pending an inquiry. The Crime Branch has urged people not to circulate unverified information on social media and appealed to anyone having relevant information to share it with the SIT, assuring that their identities would be kept confidential.
'New era of justice': L-G VK Saxena on CJI Surya Kant inaugurating Ladakh bench of HC in Leh
Digital Desk | Leh, Oct 18 (IANS) Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice Surya Kant on Sunday inaugurated the Ladakh bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh in Leh, a development hailed by Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena as the beginning of a ew era of accessible justice. In a message on social media platform X, the Lieutenant Governor said, Deeply grateful to Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant ji, for inaugurating the Ladakh Bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, today at Leh, in the gracious presence of Supreme Court Judges and the Chief Justice and other companion Judges of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. This historic milestone, besides fulfilling a long-standing demand of the people, also brings justice directly to the doorsteps of our people, eliminating distant travel, financial burden and robustly strengthening the judicial system in Ladakh, Saxena added. The Ladakh Bench of the High Court and the CJI's successive visits to Ladakh within a short span of six months, reflect his steadfast commitment for ensuring easier and faster access to justice to all citizens, particularly to the remote communities in Ladakh, he said on X. Saxena also expressed gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the development. My sincere thanks and gratitude to the Prime Minister @narendramodiji and Home Minister @AmitShahji, for consistently guiding Ladakh on the path of prosperity and inclusive development. My heartiest congratulations to every citizen of Ladakh! the Lieutenant Governor said on X. On October 15, PM Modi inaugurated five major development projects in Ladakh worth around Rs 3,350 crore. Addressing a large gathering through video conferencing after he e-inaugurated these projects, the Prime Minister greeted the people in the Ladakhi language. A new chapter is being written today in the history of Ladakh, and I am happy to be associated with this technological milestone. These projects will bring electricity and water, and give new power to our people. Today, I saw it was snowing in Zanskar, and I saw the people there kept the Tricolour high and mighty. This is our Ladakh, PM Modi said For today's projects, I congratulate the people of Ladakh, engineers and all those associated with these projects. I must make a special mention of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), he added. The Prime Minister said that some time ago he had laid the foundation stone of the new airport building at Leh, and today he is fortunate to inaugurate the new terminal of this airport. This terminal has been built for Rs 650 crore. The arrival capacity will increase from around 10 lakh to 35 lakh annually. Flight operations will increase three times. This airport terminal is fitted with geothermal technology and is the first airport in the country to have this facility. We are committed to the development of the region, and this terminal will give new energy to the tourism sector, he added.
Punjab BJP Chief Wears Black Turban in Solidarity for Justice in Activists Murder Case
Punjab BJP President Kaul Singh Dhillon pledges to wear a black turban until justice is served for activist Parvinder Singh Jhottas murder. Punjab BJP Chief Wears Black Turban in Solidarity for Justice in Activists Murder Case
Punjab BJP chief to don black turban till family of slain anti-drug activist gets justice
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 18 (IANS) Punjab Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Kewal Singh Dhillon said on Sunday that he would wear a black turban until justice is delivered in the murder case of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota. He began wearing a black turban to register his protest against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab. On Saturday, Dhillon joined the ongoing protest in Mansa town, demanding justice for Jhota. During his visit, he appealed to the people of Punjab to register their protest by wearing black turbans and black dupattas and carrying black flags until justice is delivered. Jhota's father, Bhim Singh, and the people participating in the protest accepted his appeal. What has happened to a young man who raised his voice against drugs has deeply shaken the people of Punjab. A young man who was fighting to save Punjab's youth from drugs was brutally murdered. This is not merely the murder of Parvinder Singh; it is also a murder of law and order in Punjab, Dhillon said. He added that he had joined the protest as a member of the bereaved family's extended family. There, Dhillon had urged people to register their protest against what he described as an insensitive and unresponsive government by wearing black and carrying black flags. He has now started wearing a black turban himself and will continue to do so until justice is delivered. Dhillon said the black turban was not merely a piece of clothing but a symbol of protest against the AAP government's failure. He appealed to all Punjabis to unite and stand up for the aggrieved family. He said that peaceful protests and the struggle for justice would continue until the family received full justice. The BJP stands firmly with the family and will raise its voice for justice at every level, he added. The Punjab BJP President said that instead of curbing drugs, the AAP government was trying to silence those who raised their voices against the menace. He added that Gulzar Singh of Toor Banjara, who had spoken out against drugs, was earlier driven to suicide, followed by the murder of Jhota. Subsequently, Bikramjit Singh from Mari Pannwan village in Gurdaspur was also murdered, Dhillon added. He said the state government had completely failed to curb drugs and safeguard Punjab's interests. He demanded that the Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann take moral responsibility for the AAP government's failure and resign immediately. He warned that the people of Punjab would no longer tolerate the AAP government.
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Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Sunday inaugurated the Ladakh Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Melangthong in Leh, underscoring that access to justice must be measured by the proximity of judicial institutions to litigants, rather than their mere formal availability. Addressing the gathering at an altitude of [] The post CJI Surya Kant inaugurates Ladakh High Court Bench, promises dedicated Supreme Court hearing day for regions cases appeared first on India Legal .
Braj Mohan Ram Sworn In as Odisha Governor; Orissa HC Chief Justice Harish Tandon Administers Oath
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Criminal proceedings against Indian-origin Anila Baby, who faces two counts of first-degree murder, have been suspended by the Superior Court of Santa Clara County in California pending an evaluation of her mental competency to stand trial.
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Indian EB-2 queue stuck in 2013 as US Congressman flags 179-year green card wait
Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 18 (IANS) US Congressman Josh Gottheimer has renewed his call to end per-country caps on employment-based green cards, as the latest US visa bulletin shows Indian professionals with advanced degrees are only now reaching applications filed nearly 13 years ago. Imagine waiting 179 years for a green card. That's the projected wait for Indian green card applicants, the New Jersey Democrat said on X. I voted to end the per-country caps to expedite the process, because we can enforce our laws and still live up to our immigrant values as Americans, he said. The 179-year figure comes from an August analysis by the National Foundation for American Policy (NFAP), an Arlington, Virginia-based research group. NFAP projected that an Indian national filing in January 2026 or later faces a potential wait of 179 years in the EB-2 category for advanced-degree holders and 38 years in EB-3. The estimate excludes government processing time. NFAP estimated that Indians make up 79 per cent, or about 996,599, of the 1,264,495 people waiting in the first three employment-based preferences as of December 2025. It used US Citizenship and Immigration Services data on approved principal applicants, adding its own estimate of spouses and children. An earlier analysis by David Bier of the Cato Institute put Indians at about 1.1 million, or 63 per cent, of a 1.8 million-case backlog across all employment-based categories in 2023. Bier estimated a 134-year wait for new Indian applicants in EB-2 and EB-3 combined. The State Department's October 2026 Visa Bulletin, the first of fiscal year 2027, lists a final action date of November 1, 2013 for Indian EB-2 applicants. For most other countries, the EB-2 cut-off is January 1, 2025. The EB-3 date for India is January 1, 2014, against May 15, 2024 for most countries. In the September bulletin, the last of fiscal 2026, EB-2 was listed as 'U' for India, meaning no visa numbers were authorised. The November bulletin has not yet been published. Under Section 202 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, the per-country limit for preference immigrants is 7 per cent of the combined family and employment-based annual limits. For fiscal 2027, that works out to 25,620, the bulletin says, with the worldwide employment-based level set at at least 140,000. Gottheimer was among the 365 members who voted for the Fairness for High-Skilled Immigrants Act in July 2019, according to the House Clerk's roll call. The bill, which would have scrapped the per-country cap for employment-based green cards, passed 365-65 but did not become law.
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'Important ally and partner': Rubio leaves for India amid Trumps Russian oil tariff threat
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted India's significant energy requirements while discussing waived sanctions on Russia. These sanctions, part of the Lindsey O. Graham Act, could have imposed tariffs on countries importing Russian fuel. Rubio mentioned a 60-day period for further analysis of the sanctions' impact on the global economy. Additionally, he noted changing geopolitical situations affecting global energy supplies and prices.
'India an important ally': Rubio explains why Trump paused sanctions on Russia oil buyers
'Important ally of US': Rubio cites India in defence of Russia waiver
Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 18 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has defended President Donald Trump's decision to grant a 60-day waiver from sanctions linked to Russia, citing India as important partner to US, and its dependence on Russian energy, warning that imposing tariffs and sanctions simultaneously could have serious consequences for the global economy. Speaking to reporters at Joint Base Andrews on Saturday, Rubio said the administration needed time to assess the wider economic impact of the measures, particularly as conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine were disrupting global energy supplies. His remarks came in response to criticism from Republican Senator Ted Cruz, who described the waiver as a mistake that would benefit Russian President Vladimir Putin. Well, there are other countries the problem is these sanctions were not just sanctions on Russia. They include tariffs on a number of countries India, for example, and others, Rubio said. He said Trump wanted to use the 60-day period to examine the potential consequences of enforcing both sanctions and tariffs. Rubio specifically acknowledged India's efforts to diversify its energy purchases while explaining why Washington considered an immediate disruption of Russian supplies difficult. And then youve got countries like India, for example, that have voluntarily diversified their energy portfolio but are still getting a substantial amount of energy from Russia because its hard to pivot from one day to the next, but theyre also an important ally and partner of the United States, he said. Rubio said the administration was weighing several developments affecting international energy markets, including the conflict involving Iran, disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz, attacks by the Houthis on Saudi Arabia and damage to energy infrastructure during the Russia-Ukraine war. He argued that these developments were placing additional pressure on global prices and complicating decisions about sanctions enforcement. Rubio said the waiver provisions reflected an understanding that the government might need time to examine the consequences of the legislation. So, the President we need that period of time to sort of study all this and figure out what the right combination is, he said. Asked whether the waiver and a separate arrangement involving Russian diesel effectively provided concessions to Putin, Rubio rejected the suggestion that restricting American access would prevent Russian diesel from reaching international markets. Well, that diesel was going to be sold one way or the other, he said. Rubio said the United States had previously issued a 60-day waiver involving Russian oil when shipping through the Strait of Hormuz faced difficulties. He also warned that overlapping international conflicts were creating economic pressures extending beyond the countries directly involved. So yeah, these conflicts around the world are starting to crash into each other, and theyre having an impact not just on global oil and diesel prices, but on economics, Rubio said. He acknowledged that Americans were paying higher energy prices, while suggesting that some other countries faced considerably more severe economic pressures. The latest remarks underline the competing considerations confronting Washington as it seeks to maintain pressure on Moscow while managing its economic relationships with major energy-importing countries. India has maintained that its energy procurement decisions are guided by national requirements, affordability and supply security. Russian crude became an important component of India's import basket following the disruption of international energy markets after Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
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Kishtwar minors death case : Crime Branch chargesheets 15 accused
Srinagar, Oct 17: The Crime Branch Jammu & Kashmir has filed a chargesheet against 15 accused in the Kishtwar minor sexual exploitation and death case within the stipulated period of 60 days after taking over the investigation. The case was initially registered as FIR No. 34/2026 at Police Station Chatroo following the minors death on August 20, 2026. It was later transferred to the Special Crime Wing, Jammu, and re-registered as FIR No. 27/2026. According to the investigation details, the SIT examined allegations of sexual exploitation of the minor, an alleged attempt to terminate her advanced pregnancy outside an authorised medical facility, lapses in medical treatment, and efforts to prevent the matter from reaching law enforcement authorities. The chargesheet, running into more than 1,000 pages, cites 143 witnesses. It invokes relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, and the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. The chargesheet was presented before the Court of the Munsiff Judge, Kishtwar, who is holding charge as the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Kishtwar, in view of the regular Presiding Officer being on leave. The Special Investigation Team was constituted by Sarah Rizvi, IPS, IGP Crime, J&K, and headed by Sanjay Kumar Parihar, JKPS, SSP, Special Crime Wing, Jammu. The team conducted a detailed investigation and examined the available evidence before filing the chargesheet within the stipulated timeframe. The Crime Branch has also indicated that further investigation may be carried out and a supplementary chargesheet filed if additional evidence emerges, in accordance with the law.
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5 days, 1 practice session: Sanju Samson flags India's NZ T20I schedule crunch
5 days, 1 practice session: Sanju Samson flags India's NZ T20I schedule crunch
US President Donald Trump has waived fresh sanctions and duties on Russian energy exports under a new law, citing national interest and easing concerns over potential tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers, including India. The move comes as India continues to rely on Russian crude and explores long-term LNG supplies, while New Delhi and Moscow seek to expand cooperation across oil, gas, mining and steel.
War of words in Haryana: CM Saini pitches prosperity, Congress alleges rising crime, debt
The Chief Minister said that while Congress leaders frequently claimed to have made Haryana a leading State during their tenure, the reality was that the State had emerged as number one in corruption, nepotism, fear, favouritism and regional discrimination under Congress rule
17 Dead, Dozens Injured After Stampede at Indian Religious Event
Such deadly crowd events are relatively common in India, and it was unclear what caused this one. Authorities detained the event
Not Shami, Gavaskar tips this RCB star to make Bhuvi-esque return to Indian team
Not Shami, Gavaskar tips this RCB star to make Bhuvi-esque return to Indian team
Prominent Athletes to Carry Indias Flag at Para Asian Games 2026
Promod Bhagat and Simran Sharma will lead Indias contingent at the Para Asian Games, allowing Bhavina Patel to focus on her quarter-final match. Prominent Athletes to Carry Indias Flag at Para Asian Games 2026
Taiwan Wants to Make A.I. Chip Smuggling to China a Crime
Set Trending Topics as a preferred source on Google. Anyone sneaking A.I. chips into China could soon face a criminal judge in Taiwan: The government in []
LUs rocket rangoli celebrates Indias space tech growth
Beyond Harvard Envy: why Indian B-Schools must stop imitating the West
A large part of Indian management education still operates under the belief that global legitimacy flows mainly from replicating Western institutional models, pedagogies, ranking and accreditation logic and intellectual frameworks.
Rain Spoils Final T20 Match as India and West Indies Series Ends in Draw
The final T20 match between India and West Indies was abandoned due to rain, resulting in a 2-2 series tie. Rain Spoils Final T20 Match as India and West Indies Series Ends in Draw
NCW Chair Calls for Gender-Sensitive Justice in Sexual Offense Rulings
NCW Chair Vijaya Rahatkar emphasizes the need for sensitivity and consistency in judicial decisions on sexual offenses. NCW Chair Calls for Gender-Sensitive Justice in Sexual Offense Rulings
Air India Suspends Saudi Flights Amid Conflict
The cancellations are being made due to the ongoing West Asian conflict, heightened security risks and missile and drone attacks targeting Saudi airports, including King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
India notifies first tariff cuts under New Zealand FTA
India will implement duty concessions for certain imports from New Zealand starting October 20, under a new FTA. The concessions include zero basic customs duty for sheep meat and specific rates for fish and wine. Additionally, provisions have been made for manuka honey and kiwi fruit imports with varying duties. Sensitive categories like dairy products are excluded from this trade liberalization agreement.
West Indies skipper Hope highlights team progress after 2-2 T20I series draw with India
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Naxalism Conclusively Over, Cybercrime and Narcotics Are New Challenges: Union Home Secretary
He asked them to place their responsibilities towards citizens first.
Indian Diaspora in London Defends PM Modi, Criticizes CJP Protesters
Indian expatriates in London rally in support of PM Modi, labeling opposing protesters as confused and questioning their motives. Indian Diaspora in London Defends PM Modi, Criticizes CJP Protesters
FDCI Moscow Fashion Week brings Russian designer Sergey Sysoev to India
India Sets Record with Fastest T20 Fifty Against West Indies in Bengaluru
India achieved a remarkable feat by scoring the fastest T20 fifty in just 2.5 overs against West Indies in Bengaluru. India Sets Record with Fastest T20 Fifty Against West Indies in Bengaluru
Fear Grips Indian Diaspora After US Temple Attack
Krishnamoorthi said he too faced raceinduced discrimination. A Florida elected official, two weeks ago, called for me to be deported and said Take your curry and go home.
Indian pilot recounts cockpit axe attack on flydubai flight
Indian pilot recounts cockpit axe attack on flydubai flight
Take a deep breath: Not every omission is an injustice, and not every selection is a conspiracy
India's cricket selection committee has announced the squad for the upcoming Test series in New Zealand. Several surprising decisions have raised eyebrows, with notable omissions and inclusions of certain players. The selectors aim to balance immediate team needs with long-term player development for future competitions. Players excluded from the team will now focus on domestic matches for skill enhancement.
Indias IT exports: Deliver the code, chase the cash
Indias software and technology exports continue to grow. But for smaller companies, winning an overseas contract does not necessarily mean the money will come back
Renault India expects hybrids and CNG vehicles to account for up to 50% of sales in 2-3 years, CEO Stephane Deblaise told PTI. The automaker is pitching hybrids as an alternative to diesel and aims for 3-5% market share by 2030.
Meet Renee Noronha: The Indian Athlete Racing Towards Ironman History
At just 21 years old, Indian endurance athlete Renee Noronha is on the verge of making Ironman history. After learning to swim from scratch at the age of 16, Renee completed her first Ironman just two years later. Today, she has successfully finished Ironman races across four continents and is only two continents away from achieving a potentially record-breaking feat. Her goal is to become the youngest person ever to complete Ironman races across six continents and the youngest woman to achieve the challenge. But while the dream is within reach, funding remains a major obstacle.
Indian diaspora in UK, Ireland protest against SIR
Cybercrime, terrorism remain key internal security challenges: Home secretary
Piqu expands chess empire, from Freestyle Chess to Indias FYERS American Gambits
