Indian Tech Professional Dies In California After Rare Valley Fever Infection
A 37-year-old Indian tech professional living in California has died after a rare fungal infection severely damaged his lungs and left him battling for life in intensive care for nearly a month.
Researchers Uncover How Oxygen Changes Bacterial Behavior Inside The Mouth
Scientists are exploring a new way to fight gum disease by changing how bacteria behave inside the mouth instead of trying to kill them with antibiotics or disinfectants.
Urvil Patels 13-Ball Fifty Helps CSK Beat LSG By Five Wickets
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) produced one of their most explosive batting performances in recent years as Urvil Patels sensational 13-ball fifty powered them to a five-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Indian Premier League on Sunday, May 10, at MA Chidambaram Stadium.
IPL 2026: RCB Knock Out Mumbai Indians In Last-Ball IPL Thriller
The Indian Premier League delivered another classic on Sunday night, May 10, as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) survived a dramatic final-ball finish to beat Mumbai Indians by two wickets and knock them out of the tournament at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur.
Kolkata, May 11: The investigation into the murder of Chandranath Rath, personal assistant to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, is ongoing. Investigators revealed that the car used in the murder was brought in from Jharkhand and that online payments were made using the same vehicle. A senior police officer provided this information on Sunday. ... Read more Investigation Continues in Chandranath Rath Murder Case: Police Claim Car Used in Crime Was Brought from Jharkhand
One crime against a child every 10 hours in Lucknow: NCRB
Maur blast: Randhawa slams Mann, Sandhwan for failing to deliver justice
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief C Joseph Vijay on Sunday took oath as the ninth Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu following his majestic success in debut elections.
When the Governor wants Receipts: The wrong kind of Proof in a Hung Assembly
As actor Vijay swears in as Tamil Nadus chief minister following days of uncertainty, we look back upon whether the Governor can actually act as an authority certifying legislative confidence despite prima facie proof of majority support. Could statutory clarity on the sequence of government formation avoid future instances of such receipt constitutionalism?
Interpreting Bhagwa: A report on the arbitrary application of UP Government Servant Conduct Rules
In December 2025, UPs Public Service Tribunal imposed punishment on a public servant for a Facebook post made in 2018. A formal warning, a transfer and a chargesheet have trailed the officer since. Glaringly, the tribunal has overstepped its own mandate, even violating the UP Government Servant Conduct Rules.
Odisha Crime Branch Launches Investigation into Mob Lynching of GRP Constable
Bhubaneswar, May 10: The Odisha Crime Branch has initiated an investigation into the mob lynching of a GRP constable that occurred on May 7 in the outskirts of Bhubaneswar. Two separate cases have been registered in connection with this incident. Following directives from Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi, the investigation into the two cases filed ... Read more Odisha Crime Branch Launches Investigation into Mob Lynching of GRP Constable
The Madras High Court on Sunday issued notice to the Election Commission of India (ECI) on a petition filed by DMK leader and former Co-operatives Minister KR Periakaruppan, who alleged that a postal ballot was wrongly processed between two Assembly constituencies sharing the same name, allegedly affecting the final result by a margin of one [] The post Tamil Nadu Assembly elections: Madras High Court issues notice to Election Commission on DMK plea alleging postal ballot error appeared first on India Legal .
CJI Surya Kant warns of legal action against fake caste-related post on X
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has strongly condemned a fabricated caste-related statement falsely attributed to him on social media platform X and warned that strict legal action would be initiated against those responsible for circulating the post. The controversy arose after an X account identified as @UnreservedMERIT allegedly shared a post carrying a [] The post CJI Surya Kant warns of legal action against fake caste-related post on X appeared first on India Legal .
A Sherwood Park man, Christopher Boyd OChiese, 31, faces a second-degree murder charge after a fatal stabbing at an apartment complex early Friday. RCMP found 36-year-old Darren James Currat with critical injuries, who later died at the scene. OChiese, a resident of the same building, was arrested hours later and remains in custody.
C Joseph Vijay sworn in as Tamil Nadu CM, promises real social justice and transparency
The new government took charge amid a debt burden of nearly 10 lakh crore and announced that a white paper on State finances would be released, said Vijay after the swearing in.
Mr. Vijay was sworn in as the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on May 10, 2026 in a colourful ceremony attended by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, ushering in the first non-DMK, non-AIADMK government in the southern State in 60 years
C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the new Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on Sunday, marking the first non-DMK, non-AIADMK government in 60 years. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge congratulated Vijay, expressing confidence that his leadership will uphold the state's core values of self-respect and social justice. The ceremony was attended by prominent figures, including Rahul Gandhi.
Art 370 abrogation restored justice to Valmiki community in J&K: HP governor
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief C Joseph Vijay assumed office as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, promising a new era of secular and social justice governance. He highlighted the inherited financial strain, pledging transparency, strict action against corruption and drug abuse, and prioritizing education, roads, and water facilities for the people.
NEW DELHI, May 10: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge congratulated C Joseph Vijay on being sworn-in as the Tamil Nadu chief minister on Sunday and said he is confident that under the TVK chiefs leadership, the ideals that have long defined the states political and social consciousness will continue to guide governance. Vijay was sworn-in as the Tamil Nadu chief minister on Sunday in a colourful ceremony attended by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, ushering in the first non-DMK, non-AIADMK government in [] The post Formation of this govt reaffirms strength of self-respect, social justice: Kharge after Vijays swearing-in as TN CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Quiet Storm: Anshul Kambojs Emergence as CSKs Pace Anchor
From Karnals quiet grounds to IPLs big stage, Anshul Kamboj is no longer just a promising name; he is becoming a problem batters cant easily solve.
New Era Of Real, Secular, Social Justice Starts Now: Vijay's First Speech
I Am Not An Angel, But A Common Man: Vijay's First Address As Tamil Nadu Chief Minister
U.S. Releases Declassified UFO Documents to Public
On the direction of President Donald Trump, the U.S. Pentagon has released declassified files on Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs), now formally referred as Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAPs), revealing decades of unexplained aerial sightings reported by astronauts, military personnel, intelligence officials and civilians
Vile: Chief Justice Slams Casteist Remark Attributed To Him On Social Media
He was referring to certain posts currently in wide circulation on social media platforms, and specifically mentioned an account by the name @UnreservedMERIT on X.
Hell get RG Kar victims justice: CM Suvendu Adhikari`s mother
After Suvendu Adhikari was sworn in as West Bengal Chief Minister, his mother Gayatri Adhikari said people of the state were happier than she was and urged him to deliver justice for the RG Kar rape-murder victim and others who faced atrocities
Census effect: Cities will see less crime next year
Crime rates in Indian cities are set to show a decline in 2027 due to a mathematical glitch in National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) calculations. NCRB uses outdated Census population figures as denominators, causing crime rates to appear inflated until the next Census updates these numbers, leading to dramatic drops.
Justice Surya Kant attends mega camp-cum-awareness programme on NALSA schemes in Meghalaya
NONGPOH (Meghalaya), May 9: Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant on Saturday stressed the need for convergence of legal aid and welfare schemes to ensure last-mile delivery of justice. Addressing a gathering after inaugurating an awareness camp in Meghalayas Ri Bhoi district, Justice Surya Kant, who is also the Patron-in-Chief of the National Legal []
Former Indian Minister Suresh Prabhu Promotes Innovation, Education at Silicon Valley Event
Indias former federal minister Suresh Prabhu highlighted the role of innovation, entrepreneurship and education in strengthening U.S.-India relations during a meeting hosted by the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce with a theme Collaborate, Innovate and Educate at Aria University in Milpitas, California.
Justice for All in Bengal: Ramdas Athawales Vision for a Stronger State
Mumbai, May 10: Central Minister Ramdas Athawale expressed confidence that justice will prevail in West Bengal once the BJP forms the government. He noted that Suvendu Adhikari, who previously aligned with Mamata Banerjee, joined the BJP in 2020 and led the party in the recent state elections. Athawale highlighted that the BJP secured approximately 207 ... Read more Justice for All in Bengal: Ramdas Athawales Vision for a Stronger State
Cybercrime cases record 43% rise in state as disposal rate remains dismal: NCRB report
Bihar faces a cybercrime surge, with cases jumping 43% to 6,380 in 2024. Despite arrests, investigations lag significantly, with nearly 99.8% of cases unresolved. Financial frauds, particularly card and ATM scams, are alarmingly high, second only to Telangana. Manpower shortages are cited as a key reason for the low disposal rate.
Odisha CM orders crime branch probe into mob lynching of constable over 'attempt to rape', 11 held
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has ordered a Crime Branch investigation into the mob lynching of a GRP constable. The constable was allegedly attacked for attempting to rape a woman. The Chief Minister expressed deep concern and directed strict action against those responsible. He also urged the police to ensure such incidents do not recur.
Editorial : Justice For Late Sweta Karki and Every Patients Who Follows
Gangtok, May 9 : Three lives are gone. A mother. Two unborn children who never The post Editorial : Justice For Late Sweta Karki and Every Patients Who Follows appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
High Court Chief Justice Lisa Gill inaugurates court complex in Rajamahendravaram
The 10-court structure is built at a cost of 38 crore and has a mediation centre, a counselling centre, a record room, and special amenities for the differently-abled persons
Drishyam 3 trailer: Mohanlal`s Georgekutty now deals with the cost of his crime
Mohanlal returns as Georgekutty for the final instalment of the Drishyam franchise directed by Jeethu Joseph. The film`s trailer talks about the new challenges in Georgekutty and his family`s life
While 19 out of 107 winning candidates from TVK have serious criminal cases against them, 14 candidates each from DMK and AIADMK parties have serious cases.
Supreme Court orders setting up of exclusive NIA courts for speedy UAPA trials
The Supreme Court has directed the Union government and State authorities to establish exclusive National Investigation Agency (NIA) courts for expeditious disposal of pending trials under special statutes such as the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and other anti-terror legislations. The Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi passed the [] The post Supreme Court orders setting up of exclusive NIA courts for speedy UAPA trials appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court pulls up authorities over leasing of historical structures to private entities
The Supreme Court has strongly criticised the alleged neglect, encroachment and damage to several historical and heritage structures in Delhi, while questioning how ancient monuments could be leased or handed over to private entities such as the Delhi Golf Club and the Panchsheel Public School. The Bench of Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah and Justice N Kotiswar [] The post Supreme Court pulls up authorities over leasing of historical structures to private entities appeared first on India Legal .
By Justice Markandey Katju (Justice Markandey Katju is a former Judge, Supreme Court of India, and former Chairman of the Press Council of India. The views expressed are his own.) I saw this post on the website indicanews.com, which made me wonder how the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, 1960, could actually and practically []
AI Governance, Quantum Threats Take Center Stage At World Fintech Summit 2026
The question for every institution is no longer whether to adopt AI but how fast, how responsibly and with what governance, uttered veteran Indian technologist and Co-Founder of Infosys, Kris Gopalakrishnan, during his keynote at the 2nd World Fintech Summit 2026 held on May 5 and 6 in Bengaluru, India.
Bombay High Court pulls up UIDAI over Aadhaar biometric irregularities
The Bombay High Court has pulled up the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) over the hardships caused to citizens due to biometric mismatches, technical irregularities or administrative errors in Aadhaar records. The Division Bench of Justice Ravindra V Ghuge and Justice Hiten S Venegavkar observed that while protection of the integrity and security of [] The post Bombay High Court pulls up UIDAI over Aadhaar biometric irregularities appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court denies bail to DU student in Noida workers protest case
The Supreme Court has refused to grant bail to a Delhi University (DU) student accused of inciting violence during an industrial workers protest in Noida last month, observing that the petitioner should first approach the jurisdictional High Court for relief. The Bench of Justice BV Nagarathna and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan declined to entertain the writ [] The post Supreme Court denies bail to DU student in Noida workers protest case appeared first on India Legal .
NCP (SP) leader slams Maharashtra govt over farmer suicides, crimes against women, corruption
MUMBAI: (May 9) Senior NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil on Saturday criticised the Maharashtra government over farmer suicides and crimes against women and asserted leaders of the ruling alliance had earned a PhD in corruption. In a statement, Patil said that although the BJP was in power in 17 states, Maharashtra ranked first in the country in both corruption and farmer suicides and second in crimes against women. Citing figures from the latest National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) report, [] The post NCP (SP) leader slams Maharashtra govt over farmer suicides, crimes against women, corruption appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Supreme Court has taken cognisance of the controversy arising from proceedings before the Andhra Pradesh High Court in which a young advocate was directed to be taken into judicial custody for 24 hours. The matter was registered as a writ petition after the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) passed a resolution and submitted a [] The post Supreme Court takes cognisance of Andhra Pradesh High Court order sending junior lawyer to 24-hour custody appeared first on India Legal .
Maharashtra records highest number of 24,171 cases in crimes against children: NCRB report
The cases recorded concerning sexual offences against minors, economic and cyber offences, reflect that the crime in Maharashtra has increased
Calcutta High Court allows pleas alleging Forest Rights Act violations in Great Nicobar project
The Calcutta High Court has held that public interest litigations challenging alleged violations of the Forest Rights Act in connection with the Great Nicobar infrastructure project are maintainable, rejecting the Union Governments preliminary objection regarding the petitioners locus standi. The Division Bench of Justice Sujoy Paul and Justice Partha Sarathi Sen observed that public interest [] The post Calcutta High Court allows pleas alleging Forest Rights Act violations in Great Nicobar project appeared first on India Legal .
Plea filed in Supreme Court seeks formation of TVK-led government in Tamil Nadu
A writ petition has been filed before the Supreme Court seeking directions to the Governor of Tamil Nadu to invite actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay, chief of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), to form the government in the State and administer the oath of office to him as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, following the recently concluded [] The post Plea filed in Supreme Court seeks formation of TVK-led government in Tamil Nadu appeared first on India Legal .
Shashi Tharoor personality rights case: Delhi High Court orders takedown of AI deepfakes
The Delhi High Court has directed social media intermediaries, including Meta and X, to immediately remove and block allegedly defamatory AI-generated deepfake videos falsely depicting Congress MP Shashi Tharoor making politically sensitive statements praising Pakistans diplomatic strategy and foreign policy. The single-judge Bench of Justice Mini Pushkarna passed an interim injunction on Friday restraining the [] The post Shashi Tharoor personality rights case: Delhi High Court orders takedown of AI deepfakes appeared first on India Legal .
India Backs Wider Access To AI As U.S. Partnership Grows
Efforts to make artificial intelligence more accessible and inclusive are gaining momentum as India is deepening its technology partnership with the United States, Ambassador Vinay Kwatra said at a recent AI and Emerging Technology Forum.
Experts Call For Stronger U.S.-India AI, Defense Collaboration
As warfare becomes increasingly driven by data, software, and automation, experts are urging deeper cooperation between the United States and India in artificial intelligence and defense technology.
IPL 2026: Allens Blazing Century Powers KKR To Crushing Win Over DC
A dominant all-round display helped the Kolkata Knight Riders cruise to an eight-wicket win over the Delhi Capitals in the 51st match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday, May 8, with Finn Allens explosive unbeaten century sealing the result in style.
Justice Ramachandra D Huddar Appointed Admissions Overseeing Committee Chief - Deccan Herald
Justice Ramachandra D Huddar Appointed Admissions Overseeing Committee Chief Deccan Herald
With avg of one case every 48 mins, UP recorded 11,073 cyber crimes in 2024
State Ahead Of Natl Average in Low Pendency, Filing of Chargesheets
Justice Vaiphei to probe WGH violence in March
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: The state government has instituted an inquiry into the three-day violence in Garo Hills in March relating to the filing of nomination papers for the now-postponed GHADC election. The notification issued by Chief Secretary Shakil P. Ahammed said that the Commission of Inquiry will be headed by Justice (retd) []
AP Records Decline in Crime Cases in 2024
Police registered 1,829 cases relating to offences against public tranquillity and 12,022 theft cases.
Crimes by foreigners in Goa rose by 27% in 2024: NCRB report
NT Reporter Panaji The state witnessed an increase in crimes committed by foreigners in 2024, while crimes against foreigners in the state registered a marginal decline, according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) report. The NCRB report stated that crimes committed by foreigners increased by more than 27 per cent in 2024 compared to []
Crime to conviction in only 18 days for this robbery accused
Assam Sees Significant Drop in Crime Rate, Says Minister Jayanta Malla Barua
Guwahati, May 8: Assams Minister Jayanta Malla Barua announced on Friday that the state has recorded the fastest decline in crime rates in the country. He referenced the latest Crime in India 2024 report released by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). In a post on X, the minister shared that Assam registered 49,552 criminal ... Read more Assam Sees Significant Drop in Crime Rate, Says Minister Jayanta Malla Barua
AP Sees Rise In Cybercrimes; 2,528 Cases Booked In 2024
Computer related offences were of 306, offences related to dishonestly receiving stolen computer resources or communication devices were three and identify theft cases 68: Reports
Marathi Mandate: Language, Identity and the Politics of Assimilation
The decision to make basic Marathi proficiency mandatory for commercial drivers has reignited debates around language, migration, identity, and inclusion in Indias most cosmopolitan state. While the move is being pitched as a practical measure to improve commuter interactions, it also reflects deeper anxieties over cultural assertion and demographic change The post Marathi Mandate: Language, Identity and the Politics of Assimilation appeared first on India Legal .
Court rulings, economic anxiety, Middle East tensions and political controversy deepen a season of national unease The post Summer of Uncertainty appeared first on India Legal .
China Highlights Unyielding Evidence of Japanese Militarism Crimes
Beijing, May 8: In a recent report, China marked the 80th anniversary of the Tokyo Trials by launching a book titled The Complete Chinese Version of the Military Tribunal Process for the Far East. This event also saw the public release of the diary of David Nelson Sutton, an American deputy prosecutor who participated in ... Read more China Highlights Unyielding Evidence of Japanese Militarism Crimes
Sabarimala Reference | Excommunication is closest it can come to civil death: Respondents argue
On the thirteenth day of hearings, Respondents pressed that the practice of excommunication in the Dawoodi Bohra community led to suffering across generations, and that morality in Article 25 must be construed as the Constitutions internal morality.
A.P. police registered 19,952 cases of crime against women in 2024, says NCRB report
Months after excerpts from his yet-to-be-published memoir triggered a political storm over the Galwan crisis the former Army chief has spoken outdefending the government, clarifying what he calls misinterpretations and reflecting on command, responsibility, and the burden of military leadership The post The Loneliness of Command appeared first on India Legal .
Four More Judges, But A Much Larger Judicial Challenge
The Union cabinets decision to expand the top courts sanctioned strength from 34 to 38 judges is a significant step towards easing judicial pendency. Yet, while the move may improve efficiency at the apex court, Indias deeper crisis lies in mounting vacancies and massive backlogs across the entire judicial system The post Four More Judges, But A Much Larger Judicial Challenge appeared first on India Legal .
This article argues that true democracy and free speech are humanitys most powerful non-violent safeguards, enabling societies to reflect, correct, and evolve without descending into conflict. Drawing from history and civilizational wisdom, it shows how nations remain stable and humane when dissent is protected and conscience is allowed to guide action The post A True Democracy and Free Speech: The Last Panacea for HumanityGuided by Prophets, Saints, And Statesmen appeared first on India Legal .
Recent court rulings raise troubling questions about consistency, accountability, and the judiciarys resolve The post Hate Speech And Soft Knees appeared first on India Legal .
A single video from the riots continues to haunt Indias conscienceforcing urgent questions about hate speech, accountability, and the Constitutions promise of justice The post When Silence Screams appeared first on India Legal .
Adobe Strengthens India Presence With New Noida Campus
American software giant Adobe has expanded its footprint in India with the opening of a new office in Noida, signaling a deeper push into artificial intelligence-led innovation and growth in one of its key global markets.
TCS coercion case: Nashik court remands Nida Khan to police custody till May 11
A Nashik court on Friday remanded Tata Consultancy Services employee Nida Ejaz Khan to police custody till May 11 in connection with the alleged sexual harassment and religious coercion case registered at the companys Nashik unit, after rejecting her anticipatory bail plea earlier this month in TCS employee harassment proceedings. Khan was arrested from Chhatrapati [] The post TCS coercion case: Nashik court remands Nida Khan to police custody till May 11 appeared first on India Legal .
BJPs Suvendu Adhikari Named West Bengal CM
Bengal's 'giant killer' Suvendu Adhikari is set to become the next Chief Minister of the eastern Indian state, marking a historic political shift as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) prepares to form its first government in the state since Independence.
Reliance fund diversion case: Supreme Court refuses to order arrest of Anil Ambani
The Supreme Court on Friday refused to pass any order for the arrest of industrialist Anil Ambani in connection with the ongoing probe into the alleged bank fraud and diversion of funds involving Reliance Communications and its group entities. The Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi, while hearing [] The post Reliance fund diversion case: Supreme Court refuses to order arrest of Anil Ambani appeared first on India Legal .
Shocking Murder of 13-Year-Old in Greater Noida: Father Arrested for Alleged Crime
Greater Noida, May 8: A shocking incident has emerged from the Kasna area of Greater Noida, where a father is accused of murdering his 13-year-old son and disposing of the body in a pond. According to initial police investigations, the accused allegedly devised this horrifying plot to implicate certain family members in a false case. ... Read more Shocking Murder of 13-Year-Old in Greater Noida: Father Arrested for Alleged Crime
Delhi records highest suicides in India, most victims married; Bengaluru second highest: Crime data
Delhi reported the highest number of suicides in 2024 with 2,905 cases, though this marks a decline from previous years. Family-related issues were the leading cause, with married individuals forming the largest victim group. Most suicides were among men and those earning less than Rs 1 lakh annually.
Bar Is Waiting For You: Chief Justice Recalls Advice That Shaped His Career
The Chief Justice recalled that around the same period, he had shifted to the Punjab and Haryana High Court and started practising there.
Ex-Calcutta HC Chief Justice TS Sivagnanam resigns from SIR appellate tribunal
Former Calcutta High Court Chief Justice TS Sivagnanam has resigned from a special tribunal. This tribunal was established to hear appeals concerning names removed from electoral rolls. Justice Sivagnanam was one of 19 former judges appointed by the Election Commission. His significant orders included reinstating a Congress candidate's name. This candidate later won an election from Farakka.
NCRB 2024 Data Reveals Cybercrime Surges Even As Overall Crime Falls
NCRB data shows evolving crime patterns and the challenge of digital offences for law enforcement nationwide
Rajasthan High Court restrains police from circulating photographs of accused on social media
The Rajasthan High Court has held that police authorities cannot publicly shame arrested persons by circulating their photographs or videos on social media platforms, observing that such conduct amounts to an extra-legal form of punishment having no sanction under law and violates the constitutional protections guaranteed under Articles 14, 21 and 22 of the Constitution. [] The post Rajasthan High Court restrains police from circulating photographs of accused on social media appeared first on India Legal .
Validity of UGC anti-discrimination regulations under Supreme Court scanner after fresh plea
The Supreme Court has issued notice on a fresh petition challenging the constitutional validity of multiple University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations related to anti-discrimination measures and student grievance redressal mechanisms in higher educational institutions across the country. Appearing for the petitioners, Senior Advocate J Sai Deepak urged the Court to examine the need for a [] The post Validity of UGC anti-discrimination regulations under Supreme Court scanner after fresh plea appeared first on India Legal .
The Bombay High Court has raised serious concerns over the deteriorating state of urban planning in Mumbai, describing the situation as abysmal while undertaking a detailed review of the Maharashtra Slum Areas (Improvement, Clearance and Redevelopment) Act, 1971. The court observed that years of ineffective planning and poor execution have significantly contributed to the growing [] The post Bombay High Court flags systemic urban planning failures, orders comprehensive audit of Maharashtra Slum Act appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court questions delay in sanction to prosecute Kunwar Shah
The Supreme Court came down heavily on the Madhya Pradesh government over the delay in deciding whether to grant sanction for the prosecution of minister Kunwar Vijay Shah in connection with his alleged remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. Voicing strong displeasure, the court remarked, Enough is enough, and directed the state administration to take a [] The post Supreme Court questions delay in sanction to prosecute Kunwar Shah appeared first on India Legal .
Lakhimpur Kheri violence: Supreme Court orders expedition of trial, protection to witnesses
The Supreme Court on Friday expressed serious concern over the slow progress of trial proceedings in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence cases, particularly noting that no prosecution witness had been examined during the last two months despite coercive processes having been issued by the trial court. The Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya [] The post Lakhimpur Kheri violence: Supreme Court orders expedition of trial, protection to witnesses appeared first on India Legal .
Meghalaya High Court quashes POCSO proceedings citing consensual relationship, subsequent marriage
The Meghalaya High Court has quashed criminal proceedings against a man accused under Sections 5 and 6 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act after taking note of the consensual nature of the relationship, the subsequent marriage between the parties and the welfare of their minor child. The order was passed by [] The post Meghalaya High Court quashes POCSO proceedings citing consensual relationship, subsequent marriage appeared first on India Legal .
Grave injustice: TVK workers slam Governor for not inviting Vijay to form government in Tamil Nadu
The Calcutta High Court will hear on May 12 a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking urgent judicial intervention to prevent incidents of post-election violence, vandalism and alleged unlawful demolition of properties across West Bengal following the recently concluded Assembly elections. The Bench of Chief Justice Sujoy Paul and Justice Partha Sarathi Sen is scheduled to [] The post Post-poll violence in West Bengal: Calcutta High Court to hear PIL seeking urgent judicial intervention on May 12 appeared first on India Legal .
Epstein cellmate says he found a suicide note. Justice Department says it's seeing it for first time
A note attributed to Jeffrey Epstein in his first suspected jail suicide attempt in 2019 has been made public
NCRBs Crime in India 2024 report: a comprehensive coverage
The Hindus coverage of the NCRBs Crime in India report 2024
The Delhi High Court on Friday issued summons to the Union government and social media intermediaries, including Meta and X, on a civil suit filed by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor seeking protection of his personality and publicity rights against alleged unauthorised misuse of his name, image, likeness and identity across digital and online platforms. The [] The post Delhi High Court issues summons to Centre, X on Shashi Tharoor plea seeking protection of personality rights appeared first on India Legal .
Ahmedabad Crime Branch Arrests Suspect with Drugs Worth 14 Lakhs
Ahmedabad, May 8: The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has arrested a 27-year-old man allegedly linked to a major drug trafficking network. Police reported that during a raid on Friday in the Dani Limda area, they seized mephedrone valued at over 14 lakhs. The suspect has been identified as Noman Sheikh. He was apprehended based on intelligence ... Read more Ahmedabad Crime Branch Arrests Suspect with Drugs Worth 14 Lakhs
India Keeps Indus Waters Treaty In Abeyance, Marks One Year Of Operation Sindoor
India on Thursday, May 7, underlined that its approach to the Indus Waters Treaty remains unchanged, linking the agreements current status to concerns over cross-border terrorism while also marking one year since Operation Sindoor.
