'I Wasn't Present At The Time Of Fire, No Cash Recovered': Justice Varma To Parliament Probe Panel
In his response before the panel, Justice Varma stated that he was not the first responder and had no role in cash recovery.
Supreme Court examines legality of suspending voting rights during citizenship inquiry
The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked the Election Commission of India (ECI) whether the right to vote of a person could be taken away till the Central government determined the question of citizenship. The Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi made the constitutional query while hearing a batch of [] The post Supreme Court examines legality of suspending voting rights during citizenship inquiry appeared first on India Legal .
Land encroachment case: Karnataka High Court stays investigation against Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
The Karnataka High Court has put a temporary halt on the investigation against spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in connection with an alleged land encroachment case, observing that there is no prima facie material linking him to the accusations at this stage. A single-judge Bench of Justice M. Nagaprasanna passed the interim order while [] The post Land encroachment case: Karnataka High Court stays investigation against Sri Sri Ravi Shankar appeared first on India Legal .
DGP: Ensure zero tolerance againstcrime, corruption
In a dramatic turn of events, three youths from Belagavi answered the call of unrealistic job promises in Hong Kong, only to be ensnared in the dark world of cybercrime in Cambodia.
Molester returns to crime scene, arrested
48 hours, 6 states and 854 arrests: Delhi cops crack down on organised crime...
Reprehensible: Justice Sudarshan Reddy Condemns Abusive Remarks Against Women Officers
Justice Reddy took strong exception to recent media narratives that violated the personal privacy of a woman IAS officer.
Shun the mad race for material assets, develop a spiritual bent of mind: Justice Nagarathna
The Supreme Court judge penned her opinion while delivering a split verdict over the constitutionality of Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act
Normalisation of injustice, says Mehbooba Mufti on sacking of govt employees
Following the dismissal of five more employees for suspected links to terrorism, Mehbooba Mufti urged an end to what she termed the 'normalisation of injustice' in Jammu and Kashmir. She emphasized the emotional toll on families affected by these abrupt terminations.
Raise questions about injustice suffered by North Karnataka under successive govts, says MLA
Asif (Raju) Sait was speaking at an event organised by Belagavi Journalists Association members to felicitate journalists
Delhi High Court affirms statutory privacy protection for PM CARES Fund under RTI Act
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday indicated that the mere fact of governmental management or control did not, by itself, extinguish an entitys entitlement to informational privacy under the Right to Information Act, 2005. The Division Bench of Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia observed that even assuming the PM CARES Fund [] The post Delhi High Court affirms statutory privacy protection for PM CARES Fund under RTI Act appeared first on India Legal .
Meta Platforms Inc and WhatsApp have approached the Supreme Court challenging the National Company Law Appellate Tribunals (NCLAT) judgment that upheld a penalty of Rs 213.14 crore imposed by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) in connection with WhatsApps 2021 privacy policy. The petitioners challenged the NCLATs interpretation of alleged abuse of dominance under the [] The post WhatsApp privacy policy row: Meta moves Supreme Court against NCLAT verdict on abuse of dominance and data sharing appeared first on India Legal .
Turkish Mafia Among Key Targets In London's Massive Crime Crackdown, Says Police
London's Metropolitan Police have intensified action against organised crime, including Turkish-linked gangs, helping reduce the city's homicide rate to its lowest level in over a decade amid broader anti-violence strategies.
Supreme Court considers fixing responsibility for stray dog attack casualties
The Supreme Court on Tuesday indicated that it may soon fix liability on state authorities and dog feeders for injuries and deaths caused by stray dog attacks. The observations were made by the Bench of Justice Vikram Nath, Justice Sandeep Mehta and Justice NV Anjaria, while hearing suo motu proceedings over the escalating public safety [] The post Supreme Court considers fixing responsibility for stray dog attack casualties appeared first on India Legal .
Bihar Police 2025 Report: Murder, Riot, Serious Violent Crime Lowest In Over 2 Decades
Bihar saw its lowest serious crime rates in 25 years in 2025, with murder, dacoity, and riots down sharply, DGP Vinay Kumar reported, though rape cases remain a concern.
The Gujarat High Court on Tuesday dismissed a petition filed by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor and former Delhi Chief Minister, Arvind Kejriwal, seeking a separate trial from co-accused AAP leader Sanjay Singh in a criminal defamation matter initiated by the Gujarat University concerning alleged remarks over Prime Minister Narendra Modis educational qualifications. The [] The post Gujarat High Court dismisses Arvind Kejriwal plea seeking separate trial in PM Modi degree defamation case appeared first on India Legal .
Directed by Sharan Kopishetty, the Telugu film will be released on Prime Video on January 23
Supreme Court dismisses plea seeking removal of Savarkar portrait from Parliament
The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to entertain a public interest litigation seeking the removal of portraits of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, a prominent Hindutva ideologue, from the Parliament and other public spaces. The Constitution Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice Vipul M. Pancholi cautioned the petitioner, a retired [] The post Supreme Court dismisses plea seeking removal of Savarkar portrait from Parliament appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court to examine extradition terms in Abu Salems release plea
The Supreme Court has agreed to examine a plea filed by Abu Salem, seeking premature release from prison on the ground that he has completed the maximum period of incarceration allowed under the terms of his extradition from Portugal. Salem, who is serving a life sentence in connection with the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case, [] The post Supreme Court to examine extradition terms in Abu Salems release plea appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court delivers split verdict on validity of Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act
The Supreme Court on Tuesday delivered a split verdict on the constitutional validity of Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, as inserted by the 2018 amendment, which mandates prior approval from the competent government authority before initiating any investigation against a public servant in relation to official acts or decisions. The judgement [] The post Supreme Court delivers split verdict on validity of Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act appeared first on India Legal .
Agatha Christie: 50 years on, Queen of Crime continues to captivate readers
The Queen of Crimes iconic detectives, Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, continue to enthrall readers and viewers across formats, from novels and audiobooks to films, shows, and podcasts.
Justice experts on police shootings left out of Minneapolis probe
The Justice Department division that regularly handles probes of police shootings has not been brought into the case of the ICE officer who shot a woman in Minneapolis.
Proceeds of Crime Used for Polls: ED Attaches More Assets in Chhattisgarh Coal Scam
The attached properties comprised land parcels, and residential flats.
Crimes against Mumbai women & kids up, cyber fraud dips
SC Collegium proposes new Chief Justice for Calcutta HC
The Collegium recommended appointment of Justice Sujoy Paul in a meeting held on January 9
Gurram Paapi Reddy, the Telugu crime comedy starring Naresh Agastya and Faria Abdullah, is set to make its OTT debut after a brief theatrical run. The film will begin streaming on ZEE5 from January 16, 2026. Directed by Murali Manohar, the story follows a financially troubled man who teams up with others for a risky plan involving the transport of a dead body, which soon spirals into chaos.
Traffic violations a bigger problem than cybercrime and drugs, says Revanth Reddy
Who is Zbigniew Ziobro, Poland's ex-justice minister given asylum by Hungary?
APCID rescues 22 youths trapped in cybercrime compound in Myanmar
Cyber criminals lured the youths, promising good jobs in IT sector abroad, and forced them to commit online frauds, say CID officials
Telangana records spike in cybercrime, drunk driving prisoners in 2025
Hyderabad: The Telangana Prisons Department witnessed a total of 42,566 admissions, both male and female, in 2025, reflecting an 11.8 per cent increase compared to 38,079 in 2024, according to the departments annual report released on Monday, January 12. From the 42,566 prisoners admitted, 5,856 prisoners were convicted in 2025, marking an 81 per cent 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 .
Surge in cyber crime and drunk driving lead to 12% jump in number of inmates in Telangana prisons
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the name of Justice Sujoy Paul, presently serving as the Acting Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court, for the post of the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court. The Collegium made the recommendation at its meeting held on January 9, 2026, in exercise of its consultative role [] The post Supreme Court Collegium recommends elevation of Justice Sujoy Paul as Chief Justice of Calcutta High Court appeared first on India Legal .
SC collegium recommends appointment of Justice Sujoy Paul as Chief Justice of Calcutta HC
NEW DELHI, Jan 12: The Supreme Court collegium has recommended appointment of Justice Sujoy Paul as Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court. The collegium headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant, in a meeting held on January 9, recommended appointment of Justice Paul. Justice Paul is currently posted as a judge in the Calcutta High Court. His parent high court in Madhya Pradesh. (Agenciese) The post SC collegium recommends appointment of Justice Sujoy Paul as Chief Justice of Calcutta HC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The producers of the Tamil film Jana Nayagan, starring actor Vijay, have approached the Supreme Court challenging an interim order of the Madras High Court that stayed the single-judge direction directing the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to grant certification for the film. KVN Productions LLP filed a Special Leave Petition (SLP) against the [] The post Producers of Vijay-starrer Jana Nayagan move Supreme Court against Madras High Court stay on CBFC certification appeared first on India Legal .
Justice Department Serves Fed With Grand Jury Subpoenas
Madras High Court issues John Doe order to safeguard Kamal Haasans personality rights
The Madras High Court on Monday issued a John Doe injunction to protect the personality rights of actor and Rajya Sabha member Kamal Haasan, restraining unauthorised commercial use of his image, likeness, and other identifiable personal attributes. The single-judge Bench of Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy expressly clarified that permissible forms of creative expression, including satire and [] The post Madras High Court issues John Doe order to safeguard Kamal Haasans personality rights appeared first on India Legal .
HC Chief Justice visits old-age home
A Bengaluru software engineer's death, initially thought to be from a house fire, has been reclassified as murder. A second-year pre-university student was arrested for allegedly smothering the woman after she resisted his advances and then setting her flat ablaze to conceal the crime.
State plans 9 more automated FSLs to strengthen crime probe
Dumraon police station sets benchmark in effective crime control
Gangster Rahman Dakait Arrested: The Fall Of Bhopal's Crime Lord
For nearly two decades, the name of Abid Ali alias Raju alias Rahman Dakait - the alleged mastermind of a multi-state crime syndicate operating from Bhopal's infamous Irani Dera - was whispered in police files and feared across state borders.
Fake High Court Job Scam Exposed, Crime Branch Files Case
SRINAGAR: The Crime Branch of Jammu and Kashmir Police has registered a case against a man for allegedly duping two individuals by issuing fake appointment letters in the name of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court, officials said on Saturday. According to officials, the accused has been identified as Mohd Tahir of Banola in Poonch []
Fake High Court Job Letters: Two Duped, Crime Branch Registers Case
Jammu, Jan 11: The Crime Branch of Jammu and Kashmir Police has registered a case against a man for allegedly cheating two persons by issuing fake appointment orders in the name of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court, officials said on Sunday. Senior Superintendent of Police, Special Crime Wing, Jammu, Sanjay Parihar said the [] The post Fake High Court Job Letters: Two Duped, Crime Branch Registers Case appeared first on Northlines .
An Indian tech professional's first day at an Italian workplace highlighted a stark contrast in work culture, emphasizing respect for personal time and minimal hierarchy. Colleagues encouraged informal interactions and treated employees as individuals, fostering a refreshing and collaborative environment that prioritizes well-being and human connection over strict schedules.
From Assams Hinterland To Global Scam Rings: How Morigaon Became ACybercrime Hotbed
Police investigations have revealed operational links to handlers in Pakistan and Southeast Asia, raising serious national security and financial crime concerns
Imprisoned indefinitely for stealing a phone? End this injustice, prime minister
Consult CMs on Caste Enumeration Norms to Uphold Social Justice: Stalin to Modi
Stalin expressed that the census, while a Union subject, significantly influences state-level policies on education and welfare, urging the Union government to engage with all states to ensure comprehensive perspectives are included in the caste enumeration process.
Grave crimes in Thoothukudi town subdivision drop by 51.67% in 2025
Rise In Domestic Crimes Alarms Telangana
Crime data highlights this worrying trend. In Karimnagar district, dowry-related deaths and murders of women increased sharply from seven cases in 2024 to 15 in 2025, while other murder cases remained unchanged at 15 each year: Reports
Future City police issue crime prevention advisory ahead of Sankranti holidays
Two arrested for cybercrime, 56 lakh refunded to victims in Hyderabad
Yash Raj Films on January 10 has announced the preponement of the release date of their upcoming movie Mardaani 3 to January 30, 2026. The Rani Mukerji-starrer threequel was initially slated to release on February 27. It is the third installment in the crime thriller franchise that began in 2014 with Mardaani and followed it up with its sequel Mardaani 2 in 2019.
From asking What is email? at a Pragati Maidan stall to creating India's most influential digital marketplaces, Sanjeev Bikhchandani's journey is not one of overnight success, but of stubborn clarity about what he would never be-and the courage to drift until purpose found him The post The Reluctant Revolutionary appeared first on India Legal .
The Case of the Shrinking Underwear
Indias expanding crisis of criminal politics The post The Case of the Shrinking Underwear appeared first on India Legal .
When Justice Overreaches the Law
In the Kiran vs State of Karnataka case, the apex court reaffirmed a foundational principle of Indias criminal justice system: punishment must be firm, but it must also be lawful. The ruling draws a clear boundary around the powers of sessions courts in imposing lifelong imprisonment and restricting remission, reinforcing constitutional safeguards and executive authority in sentencing The post When Justice Overreaches the Law appeared first on India Legal .
Recently, the apex court remarked that demanding the best practices in the manufacture of plastic water bottles is an urbanised phobia of the rich. Clean drinking water, though, is a right supposed to be enjoyed by each citizen The post Water: Elitist vs the Poor appeared first on India Legal .
Recurring violence against religious minorities has once again exposed the fragility of minority protections under international law. As majoritarian pressures overwhelm constitutional promises, the crisis underscores both the relevanceand the limitsof global legal frameworks The post Minorities at Risk appeared first on India Legal .
Defining a Mountain Out of Existence
A controversial government-backed definition of the Aravalli hills has triggered judicial unease, raising profound questions about environmental law, precedent, and the cost of development in one of Indias oldest mountain systems The post Defining a Mountain Out of Existence appeared first on India Legal .
By Inderjit Badhwar This weeks cover story is not about Venezuela alone. It is about a moment when the architecture of restraintlegal, constitutional, moralgave way to raw assertion of power. Kenneth Tiven documents what may become one of the most consequential acts of this US presidency: the extrajudicial seizure of a foreign leader without Congressional [] The post When Power Forgets Its Limits appeared first on India Legal .
US President Donald Trumps extraordinary seizure of Venezuelas former president is not merely foreign adventurismit is a defining moment in the collapse of legal restraint at home and abroad The post The Maduro Precedent appeared first on India Legal .
Forced continuation of unwanted pregnancy infringes womans bodily autonomy: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has reaffirmed that compelling a woman to carry an unwanted pregnancy to term constituted an impermissible intrusion into her bodily autonomy, decisional privacy and personal liberty, all of which were integral to the guarantee of life and dignity under Article 21 of the Constitution. The single-judge Bench of Justice Neena Bansal [] The post Forced continuation of unwanted pregnancy infringes womans bodily autonomy: Delhi High Court appeared first on India Legal .
Park Shin-hye makes a highly anticipated return in Undercover Miss Hong, a crime-comedy K-drama. The series follows a skilled finance officer who goes undercover as a rookie, navigating workplace chaos and a budding romance. This role showcases Shin-hye's versatility after a break. Read on to know where you can watch the K-drama online in India.
Soumen Sen sworn in as new Chief Justice of Kerala High Court
Petwar to host CJI Surya Kant on homecoming with grand celebrations
Petwar, a small agrarian village in Haryanas Hisar district, is set to witness an unprecedented public celebration as Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant arrives on a homecoming visit to his native place, marking his first return to the village after assuming the highest judicial office in the country. The visit forms part of [] The post Petwar to host CJI Surya Kant on homecoming with grand celebrations appeared first on India Legal .
Mammootty's crime thriller Kalamkaval, a box office success grossing over Rs 83 crore, is set for its digital premiere next week. The film, lauded for its tight screenplay and Mammootty's portrayal of a dark antagonist inspired by Cyanide Mohan, will be available in multiple languages. Read on to know more about its digital release.
Cybercrime gang busted in Nawada
Cyber Crime police recover money from fraudsters in 14 days
Drugs problem is narco-terrorism, not a mere issue of crime: Shah
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has strongly criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. He stated that her interference with a central agency probe will lead to a loss of public faith. Sarma emphasized that a BJP government in West Bengal would strengthen efforts against illegal infiltrators.
New district police chief vows strong action against drug menace, crime in Thiruvananthapuram
District Police Chief K. Karthick emphasises the need for strong public support to effectively curb the growing menace
Family Of Murdered Dalit Woman Refuse To Perform Last Rites In UP, Demand Justice
Grief simmered in Kapsad village in Sardhana area here on Friday following the murder of a Dalit woman and the alleged kidnapping of her daughter, even as a heavy police force has been deployed to maintain law and order, officials said.
iPhone Dream Turns Into Rs 51.82 Lakh Crime Spree In Chhattisgarh
A woman's iPhone obsession snowballed into a multi-lakh theft operation in Chhattisgarh, complete with gold biscuits, cash-filled suitcases, expensive liquor, and a Harrier SUV bought in cash.
Hyderabad police launch C-Mitra to enable cybercrime FIRs from home
Victims are first required to report the fraud. Police officers from the C-Mitra team contact the complainant and prepare a legally sound complaint. The draft complaint is then sent to the victim, who must sign and submit a physical copy
Odisha Police To Post Trained Crime Scene Officers In Every Police Station
The Crime Scene Officers will be the first responders at crime sites, tasked with preserving vital evidence until forensic experts arrive: Reports
Food Security Act ensures justice to poor: Minister
Hyderabad: Cybercrime victims can now register complaints from home
Hyderabad: The Hyderabad police here has launched a new initiative allowing cybercrime victims register complaints without having to visit a police station. C-Mitra, a virtual help desk, will help citizens draft complaints through artificial intelligence, which can then be sent to the police station via post. The initiative has been launched seeing a rise in 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 .
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has moved the Calcutta High Court, seeking directions for the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to register an FIR against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and others in connection with the controversy surrounding recent searches at premises linked to political consultancy firm Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC). In its petition, [] The post Enforcement Directorate approaches Calcutta High Court after I-PAC raid, seeks CBI FIR against West Bengal Chief Minister appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi High Court directs Delhi Jal Board to halt sewer overflow at Shaheen Bagh
The Delhi High Court has directed the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) to take urgent steps to stop sewage from overflowing onto a public road in the Shaheen Bagh area, after taking note of the serious inconvenience and health risks caused to residents and commuters. A Division Bench comprising Justice Prathiba M. Singh and Justice Manmeet [] The post Delhi High Court directs Delhi Jal Board to halt sewer overflow at Shaheen Bagh appeared first on India Legal .
A Delhi court has framed charges against Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) president Lalu Prasad Yadav, his family members, and several others in the alleged Railways land-for-jobs case, paving the way for a full-fledged criminal trial. The order was passed by Special Judge Vishal Gogne at the Rouse Avenue Courts complex after the court found sufficient [] The post Railways Land-for-Jobs Case: Delhi Court frames charges against Lalu Yadav and his family along with former officials appeared first on India Legal .
Jana Nayagan gets U/A certificate, CBFC files appeal before Madras HC Chief Justice Bench
Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava and Justice G. Arul Murugan agree to consider a request made on behalf of the CBFC for an urgent hearing of the appeal against Justice P.T. Ashas order
Justice Mahesh Sharadchandra Sonak sworn in as Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court
Chief Minister Hemant Soren, Chief Secretary Avinash Kumar and other senior officials were present on the occasion.
Hyderabad police recovers Rs 72.36 lakh stolen via cybercrime
Hyderabad: The Cybercrime unit of the Hyderabad police registered 144 cases in December 2025 and recovered Rs 72,36,067. The zonal cyber cells registered 80 FIRs and arrested 15 people involved in 13 cybercrime cases. As part of a special operation against cybercrime, the Hyderabad cybercrime unit arrested 43 people from 15 states in India. The 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 .
Justice Mahesh Sonak sworn in as Jharkhand HC Chief Justice
Justice Mahesh Sharadchandra Sonak took oath as the new Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court. Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar administered the oath. Justice Sonak previously served as a judge at the Bombay High Court. He assumes charge after Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan retired. The Supreme Court Collegium had recommended Justice Sonak for the position last month.
Hisar court to honour Chief Justice of India Surya Kant
Murders, other crimes have come down in city, say Greater Chennai City Police
Greater Chennai City Police Commissioner A. Arun said there were 105 murder cases each, reported in 2023 and 2024. In 2025, only 93 murder cases were registered
Supreme Court reserves its verdict on Justice Verma challenge
Justice Shinde selected as new Goa Lokayukta
NT Reporter Panaji Retired Justice Sandeep Shinde has been selected as the new Goa Lokayukta, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announcedon Thursday. Retired Justice Sandeep Shinde has been selected for the post of Lokayukta. We are now sending the recommendation to the High Court. Once it comes back from the High Court, he will be appointed,Sawant [] The post Justice Shinde selected as new Goa Lokayukta appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Khammam Cyber Crime Police Arrests Man For Watching Child Pornography On FB
Cyber Crime DSP Phaninder said searching, watching and sharing child pornographic content on social media or internet was a crime.
