Crime Branch Kashmir Secures Conviction In Fake Certificate Recruitment Fraud
Srinagar: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir, formerly Crime Branch Kashmir, has secured the conviction of a man for fraudulently securing a job in the police by using a fake qualification certificate. In a handout, the CBK said that a court in Srinagar convicted Nazir Ahmad Malik, son of Abdul Aziz Malik, resident of Budgam, []
Indian-Origin Mail Carrier Dies In Triple-Digit Texas Heat
The death of an Indian-origin postal worker during a mail delivery in Texas has triggered a federal workplace safety investigation as the state continues to face extreme summer heat.
Tesla Expands India Presence With Service Center, Model Y Test Drives
Tesla is expanding its presence in India by strengthening both its customer service network and vehicle experience in Pune, a key market for electric vehicle adoption in Maharashtra.
U.S., Saudi Arabia Launch Airstrikes On Iran-Backed Groups In Iraq
Military tensions in the Middle East escalated on Tuesday, July 28, after the U.S. and Saudi Arabia launched coordinated airstrikes against Iran-aligned groups in eastern Iraq, following a wave of drone attacks targeting American troops and Saudi energy facilities.
Trump Admin Changes Asylum Process To Speed Up Cases
The Trump administration has introduced a major change to the U.S. asylum process that will allow immigration officials to send some asylum applications directly to immigration judges without first interviewing applicants, a move officials say will help reduce a growing backlog of cases.
Ex-Citigroup managing director sentenced to 30 years in prison for sex crimes
A Harvard-educated former managing director at Citigroup Inc. has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for sex crimes that prosecutors say occurred over a 10-year period
Short: Supreme Court's Push for Special Courts Tests India's Criminal Justice System
The English Version Of Justice Kurian Joseph Committees Findings, Tabled In Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, Is Available Through A Private Publishing House For Rs 699. It Raises Questions Over Commercial Exploitation Of State Property
A.P. High Court Chief Justice launches JOHA health assurance app
Drugs, cybercrime key challenges before police: DG&IGP MA Saleem
The petition filed by a former Special Director in the Intelligence Bureau and two victims of the RAF firing claims that the RAF fired metallic pellets suddenly into the crowd on July 20.
The Court directed that no coercive action be taken against protesting students, ordered preservation of CCTV and drone footage, and issued notices to Delhi and six other states over the crackdown.
SC on digital arrest: The Supreme Court suggested defining digital arrests as a standalone criminal offense. Existing laws may prove insufficient for evolving online crimes like deepfakes. The government is preparing a draft bill to address these emerging cyber threats. The court also indicated freezing accused persons' assets based on evidence. This move aims to tackle the growing menace of cyber fraud effectively.
Kerala Crime Branch begins detailed probe into bus drivers death in Kollam
The District Police Chief (Kollam Rural) says a thorough and transparent probe is under way and strict action will be taken if any police negligence or brutality is uncovered during the investigation
New U.S. Tariffs Unlikely To Hit Indias Electronics Exports: MeitY
India's electronics exports are expected to remain largely protected from the latest U.S. tariff measures, with most electronics and semiconductor-related shipments continuing to qualify for exemptions, according to S. Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
Padilla Renews Push For Green Card Pathway For H-1B Visa Holders
Millions of long-term immigrants living in the United States, including many H-1B visa holders, could become eligible for lawful permanent residency under a bill that Democratic Senator Alex Padilla is once again urging Congress to pass.
Centre summons Meta global policy chief over removal of PM Modis Facebook post on paper leaks
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has summoned Metas global head of public policy after the company briefly removed a Facebook post by Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed to the nations youth. The government is treating the incident as a serious compliance issue under the Information Technology (IT) Rules governing the handling of [] The post Centre summons Meta global policy chief over removal of PM Modis Facebook post on paper leaks appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court questions legal basis of plea challenging EWS eligibility criteria for NEET AIQ
The Supreme Court on Tuesday questioned the challenge to the eligibility criteria prescribed for determining beneficiaries under the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) reservation in the All India Quota (AIQ) for NEET admissions, observing that the annual family income ceiling of Rs 8 lakh appeared, at first glance, to be a reasonable criterion. A Bench of [] The post Supreme Court questions legal basis of plea challenging EWS eligibility criteria for NEET AIQ appeared first on India Legal .
The Digital Silk Road: Chinas Expanding Digital Footprint And Its Global Implications
When China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) was announced by President Xi Jinping in 2013, most observers saw it as an ambitious plan to connect continents through ports, highways, rail corridors, and industrial parks. That was the visible story.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday suggested that the Union government define digital arrest as a standalone offence under criminal law with stringent punishment and provisions to freeze the assets of accused persons once a prima facie case is established. A Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V. Mohana [] The post Supreme Court asks Centre to define digital arrests as distinct crime, suggests asset freeze mechanism for accused appeared first on India Legal .
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday refused to transfer a court-directed police inquiry from the administrative supervision of Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (North-East) Sandeep Lamba, rejecting a plea that sought his removal on the ground of an alleged apprehension of bias following viral videos purportedly showing him slapping a woman during the recent Cockroach [] The post Delhi High Court rejects plea to shift probe from policeman facing slapping allegations during CJP protest appeared first on India Legal .
The Union government on Tuesday raised a preliminary objection before the Delhi High Court to the maintainability of applications seeking a stay on the show cause notice issued by the Estate Officer on June 29 under the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act, 1971. Appearing before Justice Avneesh Jhingan, the Centre contended that the [] The post Centre invokes Public Premises Act to oppose pleas challenging Delhi Gymkhana Club eviction before High Court appeared first on India Legal .
Mumbai Crime Branch Summons Whistleblower in MPSC Drug Inspector Exam Leak Case
Mumbai, July 28: The investigation into the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) Drug Inspector recruitment exam leak has intensified. Rishikesh Gangarde, who claimed the exam paper was leaked, has been summoned by the Mumbai Crime Branch for questioning. On Tuesday, Rishikesh arrived at the Crime Branch office with his lawyer, where the interrogation is ongoing. ... Read more Mumbai Crime Branch Summons Whistleblower in MPSC Drug Inspector Exam Leak Case
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognisance of allegations of excessive force used by the Delhi Police against student protesters during the July 20 demonstration at Jantar Mantar and issued a notice to the Delhi Police Commissioner seeking a detailed response. In an order passed on July 25, the Commission acted [] The post NHRC takes suo motu cognisance of alleged police excess during CJP protest, seeks report from Delhi Police appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Tuesday indicated that it may constitute a Special Investigation Team (SIT), headed by a retired Supreme Court judge, to inquire into allegations of violence during the recent student protests over examination paper leaks and other alleged irregularities. The Court also directed the immediate release of students detained or arrested in connection [] The post Jantar Mantar protest: Supreme Court directs immediate release of students without criminal record, to order SIT probe appeared first on India Legal .
Padma Bhushan Awardee Nori Sees Bright Future For Indias Fight Against Cervical Cancer
Indian-American radiation oncologist and 2026 Padma Bhushan awardee Dattatreyudu Nori has expressed confidence that India can eliminate cervical cancer in the coming years, saying the nationwide rollout of HPV vaccination has given the country a major advantage in preventing the disease.
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has approached the Bombay High Court seeking directions to Meta, X, Google and government authorities to remove allegedly defamatory posts and AI-generated deepfakes linking him and his family to the Centres E20 ethanol-blending programme and allegations of corruption. Listed before the bench of Justice Arif Doctor, the [] The post Nitin Gadkari moves Bombay High Court against Meta, X, Google over AI Deepfakes, defamatory E20 posts appeared first on India Legal .
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has held that while advocates are entitled to hold peaceful protests, such demonstrations cannot impede litigants access to courts or interfere with the administration of justice. A Division Bench of Acting Chief Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra and Justice Rohit Kapoor made the observation while hearing a public interest litigation [] The post Punjab & Haryana High Court: Lawyers right to peaceful protest cannot override litigants right to access courts appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court dismisses plea challenging six NEET-UG 2026 answer key responses, refuses re-test
The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition challenging the correctness of the official answers to six questions in the NEET-UG 2026 examination, declining to order a fresh evaluation or re-examination. The Bench of Justice PS Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe refused to interfere with the final answer key issued by the National Testing Agency (NTA) [] The post Supreme Court dismisses plea challenging six NEET-UG 2026 answer key responses, refuses re-test appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court hears plea by food volunteer alleging unlawful detention during CJP protests
Junaid Malik, who served as a food volunteer during the recent Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) student protests in Delhi, has approached the Supreme Court alleging that he was illegally detained, threatened and harassed by police officials. He has also accused the police of carrying out coercive action against his family members without following the due [] The post Supreme Court hears plea by food volunteer alleging unlawful detention during CJP protests appeared first on India Legal .
President Trump Renews Call To End Daylight Saving Time In U.S.
President Donald Trump has renewed his push to end the twice-yearly clock changes in the United States, saying he hopes the Senate will approve legislation that would end daylight saving time after it has already cleared the House of Representatives.
Vadhandhi, a crime thriller, returns for a second season. The new instalment premieres with a fresh investigation. Sasikumar takes the lead role as SI Moosa Raaza in Madurai. He reopens a complex political case after a shocking discovery. This season promises hidden secrets and unexpected twists for viewers. Read on to know when and where to watch the popular thriller series on OTT.
Odisha CMO missing file case handed over to Crime Branch
The killing of Swami Laxmanananda Saraswati and several others in 2008 triggered large-scale communal violence between Hindus and Christians in Kandhamal district, marking one of the worst incidents of anti-Christian violence in the State.
JAIPUR, July 27: In a major action under the Rajasthan governments zero-tolerance policy towards crimes against women, the Ajmer Police and the local administration have begun demolishing the illegally acquired immovable properties and encroachments of the main accused arrested in a case involving the alleged sale and purchase of a minor girl for 32,000. The ... Read more Rajasthan Cracks Down on Crimes Against Women: Illegal Properties of Accused in 32,000 Minor Girl Trafficking Case Demolished
Cybercrime Cops Probe 1.10 Crore Fraud on Sailor
Cyberabad Cybercrime police are investigating a 1.10 crore investment fraud after a Merchant Navy sailor alleged he was duped with promises of Russian farmland ownership and high returns.
Crime Branch to Probe Disappearance of Laxmanananda Saraswati Murder Inquiry File from CMO
The Crime Branch will also ascertain if any individual had directed or influenced the removal of the file from official records.
Nvidia Weighs $250 Billion Backing For OpenAI Mega Data Center
Nvidia is reportedly in talks to provide financing guarantees worth about $250 billion to OpenAI to support the construction of a massive artificial intelligence (AI) data center in the U.S., a move that could become one of the biggest infrastructure investments in the AI industry.
Speeding Car Kills Indian-Origin Ohio State Student
An Indian-origin student at Ohio State University was killed after a speeding car struck him while he was walking on a sidewalk in Ohio, authorities said.
Bangladesh: Charges filed against Sheikh Hasina, 40 others in crimes against humanity case
Dhaka's International Crimes Tribunal has filed charges against Sheikh Hasina and forty others. These charges relate to a 2013 police crackdown on an Islamist rally. Several people were reportedly killed during the police action against Hefazat-e-Islam's protest. The tribunal issued arrest warrants for fugitives, including former officials.
Ankit Sharma murder case: Delhi court reserves verdict on quantum of sentence for Tahir Hussain
A Delhi court on Monday reserved its order on the quantum of sentence for former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) councillor Tahir Hussain and four other convicts in the murder of Intelligence Bureau (IB) officer Ankit Sharma during the 2020 North-East Delhi riots. After hearing detailed submissions from the prosecution and the defence, Additional Sessions Judge [] The post Ankit Sharma murder case: Delhi court reserves verdict on quantum of sentence for Tahir Hussain appeared first on India Legal .
IOC USA, Telangana Minister Holds San Francisco Rally Backing Students In India
A solidarity gathering in support of students in India and peaceful democratic protest was held at the Mahatma Gandhi Statue in San Francisco on Thursday, July 23, bringing together Telangana Cabinet Minister Seethakka, leaders of the Indian Overseas Congress (IOC) USA, students, and members of the Indian community.
Supreme Court mulls uniform protocol for protests, questions lack of safety gear for police
The Supreme Court on Monday indicated that it may seek responses from States and Union Territories on why adequate protective equipment, including helmets and other safety gear, is not provided to police personnel deployed during large public demonstrations while hearing a batch of petitions alleging police brutality during student protests over the NEET paper leak [] The post Supreme Court mulls uniform protocol for protests, questions lack of safety gear for police appeared first on India Legal .
After sessions court allowed the custody plea, SIT took Dr. Ram into custody from Kannur Special Sub-jail for evidence collection and further interrogation
Supreme Court to continue monitoring probe into Ram Mandir donation embezzlement case
The Supreme Court on Monday made it clear that it would continue to monitor the investigation into the alleged embezzlement of donations received by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust for the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, stressing that its primary objective was to ensure a fair, transparent, time-bound and high-quality investigation. The Bench of Chief [] The post Supreme Court to continue monitoring probe into Ram Mandir donation embezzlement case appeared first on India Legal .
Two more held in Kolkata protest violence over NEET paper leak, police reconstruct crime scene
Kolkata Police apprehended two more individuals, bringing total arrests to sixteen. These arrests are connected to violence during a protest march against the NEET paper leak. Investigators recreated the incident with five accused persons at Dorina Crossing. The state government invoked the West Bengal Public Safety Act for the case. Seven FIRs have been registered concerning the protest demonstration.
Supreme Court stays BCI resolution increasing State Bar Council seats during ongoing elections
The High-Powered Election Supervisory Committee constituted by the Supreme Court has stayed the implementation of a resolution passed by the Bar Council of India (BCI) seeking to increase the number of elected members in State Bar Councils during the ongoing elections, holding that the move is contrary to the Advocates Act, 1961, and the Supreme [] The post Supreme Court stays BCI resolution increasing State Bar Council seats during ongoing elections appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court permits States with fewer than 1,000 consumer cases to rationalise District Forums
The Supreme Court has observed that States with fewer than 1,000 pending consumer disputes may abolish some District Consumer Forums and transfer their cases to serving judicial officers, subject to the prior approval of the jurisdictional High Court. The Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V Mohana [] The post Supreme Court permits States with fewer than 1,000 consumer cases to rationalise District Forums appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Monday issued notice to the Union government on a writ petition filed by Rajya Sabha MP and Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal challenging the interpretation of the Tenth Schedule to the Constitution, which, according to him, allowed legislators to avoid disqualification under the anti-defection law by taking the route of political party [] The post Anti-defection law: Supreme Court issues notice to Centre on Kapil Sibal plea challenging Tenth Schedule appeared first on India Legal .
Did Abhijeet Dipkes Movement Win Or Just Replace One Minister?
After the resignation of the Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on July 25, 2026, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leader Abhijeet Dipke made this statement the next day in a speech at Jantar Mantar, which has gone viral.
Supreme Court reserves verdict on Abu Salem plea seeking premature release
The Supreme Court on Monday reserved its verdict on a plea filed by 1993 Mumbai serial blasts convict Abu Salem seeking premature release on the ground that, after accounting for the period spent in custody as an undertrial and the remission earned for good conduct in prison, he has already undergone more than the maximum [] The post Supreme Court reserves verdict on Abu Salem plea seeking premature release appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court to hear NEET CBT plea with other petitions seeking examination reforms
The Supreme Court on Monday deferred hearing a petition seeking to conduct the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG) through a Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode instead of the existing pen-and-paper format, observing that the issue would be considered along with other pending pleas seeking structural reforms in the examination system. The Bench of Justice PS Narasimha and [] The post Supreme Court to hear NEET CBT plea with other petitions seeking examination reforms appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court has dismissed a review petition challenging its March 24, 2026 judgment holding that a person belonging to a Scheduled Caste (SC) loses that status immediately upon converting to any religion other than Hinduism, Sikhism or Buddhism. The Bench of Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra and Justice Manmohan held that there was no error [] The post Supreme Court dismisses review plea, upholds March verdict on loss of Scheduled Caste status after conversion appeared first on India Legal .
Karnataka High Court strikes down Centres capacity-based pan masala cess as violative of Article 14
The Karnataka High Court has struck down the Health Security-cum-National Security Cess Act, 2025 and the Rules framed under it, holding that the Union governments method of levying cess on pan masala manufacturers based on the presumed production capacity of pouch-packing machines, rather than actual production, was arbitrary, unreasonable and violative of Article 14 of [] The post Karnataka High Court strikes down Centres capacity-based pan masala cess as violative of Article 14 appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi High Court orders takedown of Kala Hiran teaser links in Salman Khan personality rights case
The Delhi High Court on Monday directed the removal of various online links containing the teaser of the proposed film Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy, observing that the promotional material prima facie infringed actor Salman Khans personality rights and had the potential to cause irreparable harm to his reputation. The film is alleged to [] The post Delhi High Court orders takedown of Kala Hiran teaser links in Salman Khan personality rights case appeared first on India Legal .
Scientists Trace Human Eye Evolution To A Tiny One-Eyed Ancestor
A tiny sea creature that lived nearly 600 million years ago may hold the key to understanding how human eyes evolved, according to a new study by researchers from Lund University in Sweden and the University of Sussex in the U.K.
Several Injured In Shooting At Seattle Food Festival
A shooting at the annual Bite of Seattle food festival left several people injured on Sunday, July 26, forcing visitors to flee in panic as police rushed to the scene at Seattle Center.
Call 181, receive justice quickly: Delhi DCW Chair Lata Gupta's first message after appointment
Netanyahu Accuses Mamdani of 'Fomenting Hate', Calls ICC War-Crimes Charges 'Bogus'
Netanyahu said he intends to be in New York in September to address the annual UN gathering of world leaders, despite the mayor's suggestion that he is not welcome
PM Modi Appoints Pralhad Joshi as Indias New Education Minister
indica News Bureau- Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has assumed additional charge as the Union Minister for Education, succeeding Dharmendra Pradhan, whose resignation was accepted by President Droupadi Murmu with immediate effect. After taking charge, on Sunday, July 26, Joshi expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for entrusting him with the responsibility. Today, I assumed []
BHOPAL Justice Ujjal Bhuyan of the Supreme Court has voiced significant concerns regarding the diminishing space for expressing divergent views in India, criticizing the increasing trend of arrests for peaceful protests and the imposition of stringent bail conditions that curtail fundamental liberties. Speaking at the 5th Justice G.P. Singh Memorial lecture organized by the National Law Institute University, Bhopal, Justice Bhuyan underscored the importance of debate and dissent as essential elements of a healthy democracy. Justice Bhuyan observed that public avenues for accommodating varied opinions are contracting, leading to situations where students protesting for their rights are arrested and face prolonged detention without bail. Even when bail is granted, [] Supreme Court Justice Expresses Concern Over Shrinking Public Space for Dissent and Restrictive Bail Conditions
Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation not the end, fight for justice for students continues: Congress
Addressing a 'Tiranga' march in the Chandivali area to celebrate Pradhan's resignation, senior party leader Naseem Khan demanded a Supreme Court-monitored probe into the alleged irregularities in the medical entrance examination and strict action against those responsible.
Police seek heavy station upgrade for Coimbatore city cybercrime unit
No Law Bars Eating Chicken on Ganga: Justice Ujjal Bhuyan
Supreme Court Judge Questions Arrest of Muslim Youths, Warns Against Criminalising Dissent
What did the protest at Jantar Mantar achieve?
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.) The Cockroach Janta Party ( CJP ) protest which began on 19th June 2026 at Jantar Mantar, Delhi, ended on 25th July with the resignation []
Hate crime fell in Q2 2026 in Telangana, but theres more to this
Hyderabad:On June 27, a group of men walked into Bharat Chandra School in Armoor, in Telanganas Nizamabad district and confronted the principal in front of the police. The principal, 37-year-old Amer Khan, was slapped. The man who slapped him was Mandula Balu, the Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) town president in Armoor. The alleged offence was 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 .
Crime Branch Chargesheets Three in Rs 23 Lakh Fake Government Jobs Scam
EOW says forged appointment orders, identity cards and verification documents were used to dupe job seekers.
Dr Mandaviya hails Anahat Singh on winning historic World Junior squash title
Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, on Saturday, July 25 hailed teenage squash player Anahat Singh for becoming the first Indian to win the World Junior Squash Championship title in Ontario, Canada.
Even low doses of alcohol are detrimental to health, but not part of dietary guidelines
According to the 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 228.4 million people (79.2%) over the age of 12 years mentioned having drunk alcohol in their lifetime, and 178.7 million people (62.0%) in this age group reported that they drank in the past year. When such a large majority of people are consumers of alcohol, then there is bound to be its acceptance in society and guaranteed fake support systems that will legitimize its use, contrary to what science says.
Writer Linganna Satyampete remembered for exposing injustice
14th death anniversary of Linganna Satyampete was organised by Sharana Marga Charitable Trust in Kalaburagi on Saturday
CJP agitation ends, but fight for justice on: Protesters
The Cockroach Janata Party protest at Jantar Mantar concluded peacefully on Saturday evening. Organizers and supporters vowed to continue their struggle for systemic overhaul and accountability. The resignation of education minister Dharmendra Pradhan was welcomed by attendees. Protesters presented a five-point exam reform charter to the government for consideration. The CJP asserted that this victory was merely the beginning of their efforts.
Study Links Frailty To Higher Risk Of Enlarged Prostate In Older Men
Older men with higher levels of frailty are more likely to experience an enlarged prostate and lower urinary tract symptoms, according to a new study that analyzed health data from thousands of men in China and the United States.
Ahead of midterm polls, heres why many Americans wont vote for Republicans
By Kenneth Tiven More Americans now appear to recognize that US President Donald Trump has engaged the USA in six wars at the same time, giving voters multiple issues to oppose. The Republicans slim majority control of Congress is at risk in the midterm election just 100 days away on November 3, 2026. There is [] The post Ahead of midterm polls, heres why many Americans wont vote for Republicans appeared first on India Legal .
NVIDIA, SK Group Join Hands On USD 500 Billion AI, Chip Partnership
NVIDIA and South Korea's SK Group have unveiled an artificial intelligence and semiconductor partnership worth more than USD 500 billion, marking one of the largest AI infrastructure collaborations announced to date.
CJP Calls Off 36-Day Protest After Government Accepts Key Demands
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Saturday called off its 36-day nationwide agitation after the Centre agreed to all of the student group's key demands, including the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and assurances on compensation for families of students who died by suicide and protection for protesters.
In this second part of a wide-ranging conversation with SANJAY RAMAN SINHA, former Supreme Court judge JUSTICE JK MAHESHWARI reflects on building a High Court from the ground up, tackling judicial pendency, safeguarding judicial independence, regulating AI, defending due process, and explaining why transfers are institutional decisionsnot political punishments The post The Institution Above All appeared first on India Legal .
When Punishment Meets Compassion
A landmark ruling by the apex court has declared that the Constitutions promise of dignity does not end at the prison gate. By directing every state to create compassionate release policies for elderly and terminally-ill prisoners, the Court has transformed mercy from an act of discretion into a constitutional obligation The post When Punishment Meets Compassion appeared first on India Legal .
CJI Surya Kant calls for greater adoption of ADR, says India must emerge as global arbitration hub
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has called for greater adoption of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms to address mounting judicial pendency, saying India must position itself as a global hub for international commercial arbitration. Speaking at the SIAC Annual India Conference on Friday, the Chief Justice highlighted the scale of pending litigation, noting [] The post CJI Surya Kant calls for greater adoption of ADR, says India must emerge as global arbitration hub appeared first on India Legal .
In the case of a bank employees dismissal and the intervention of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, larger questions emerge about the security system of the bank and whether they were employed to protect customers in the first place The post Security Sans A System appeared first on India Legal .
The apex court pushes for uniform post-retirement benefits, arguing that judicial dignity should not depend on the state in which a judge once served The post One Bench, One Standard appeared first on India Legal .
Centre introduces Bill in Rajya Sabha seeking 3-year jail term for disrupting Vande Mataram
The Union government has introduced the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in the Rajya Sabha, seeking to extend statutory legal protection to the national song Vande Mataram by making its intentional disruption or obstruction a criminal offence punishable with imprisonment of up to three years, or fine, or both. The proposed [] The post Centre introduces Bill in Rajya Sabha seeking 3-year jail term for disrupting Vande Mataram appeared first on India Legal .
The Courtroom Beyond The Court
By Inderjit Badhwar There are moments when a seemingly routine administrative decision reveals something much larger about the age we live in. The Bar Council of Indias recent directive requiring aspiring advocates to sign an affidavit governing the ethical use of artificial intelligence, digital platforms and courtroom material is one such moment. Read casually, it [] The post The Courtroom Beyond The Court appeared first on India Legal .
The BCIs new affidavit for aspiring advocates is more than a regulatory directive. It is the legal professions response to a transformed world where court proceedings are livestreamed, judicial remarks become viral content, artificial intelligence can fabricate evidence, and public opinion often races ahead of judicial verdicts The post When The Courtroom Goes Viral appeared first on India Legal .
The Martyr Who Reclaimed The Faith
A century after Samundris death in a British prison, his extraordinary role in the Gurdwara Reform Movement is being remembered not merely as history, but as the story of a man whose courage, sacrifice and uncompromising principles helped reshape Sikh institutionsand whose legacy continues through generations The post The Martyr Who Reclaimed The Faith appeared first on India Legal .
Madhya Pradesh High Court establishes four special fast-track courts for paper leak cases
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has designated four special fast-track courts across the state to curb organised examination fraud, maintain the sanctity of competitive tests, and ensure speedy disposal of cases involving unfair means. Issued under the administrative leadership of Acting Chief Justice Vivek Rusia, the official notification invoking powers conferred under Section 8(3) of [] The post Madhya Pradesh High Court establishes four special fast-track courts for paper leak cases appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi court denies regular bail to doctor accused in NEET-UG paper leak case
A Delhi court has refused to grant regular bail to a paediatrician from Maharashtras Latur district accused in the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case, observing that the alleged conspiracy undermined the integrity of one of the countrys largest competitive examinations. Special Judge (Prevention of Corruption Act) Ajay Gupta of the Rouse Avenue Courts said [] The post Delhi court denies regular bail to doctor accused in NEET-UG paper leak case appeared first on India Legal .
The Delhi High Court has declined to entertain a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking directions to the Delhi Police to initiate criminal proceedings against persons allegedly involved in violence, arson, assaults on police personnel and damage to public property during the July 20 Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led student protest at Jantar Mantar. The Division Bench [] The post Delhi High Court declines plea seeking criminal action against protesters over assault on police, damage to public property appeared first on India Legal .
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has clarified that the Supreme Court never refused to entertain petitions relating to the ongoing student protests over alleged examination irregularities, asserting that the apex court remains accessible to every citizen and is committed to protecting fundamental rights and addressing genuine grievances in accordance with the Constitution, the [] The post Supreme Court open to every citizen, committed to hearing all genuine grievances in accordance with law: CJI Surya Kant appeared first on India Legal .
Telangana Leads Nation in Cybercrime Victim Money Restoration: TGCSB
TGCSB Director Shikha Goel said Telangana is amongst the top states in the country in using the MRM module for money restoration for victims of cybercrimes
A new report by the Peoples Union for Democratic Rights reveals that records pertaining to arrests and killing by security forces in the Maosit crackdown in Chhattisgarh raise questions on the true magnitude of arbitrary arrests and encounter killings.
