TISS Abruptly Postpones Convocation Amid 'Protest Fears' Over Chief Justice's Visit
The administration reportedly feared that protests linked to the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) movement could break out during the event.
Secretary Hegseth Unveils $1.5 Trillion Defense Push As President Trump Doubles Down On Iran
The Trump administration is pushing for one of the biggest defense budgets in U.S. history while signaling that military pressure on Iran will continue, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and President Donald Trump outlining their national security priorities during the first live televised Cabinet meeting ever held at Camp David on July 31.
Indian-Origin U.S. Soldier Honored At Emotional Funeral In New York
Dozens of mourners gathered in New York on Friday, July 31, to bid farewell to Indian-origin U.S. Army Sergeant Angel Rampersad, who was killed in an Iranian missile strike while serving in the Iran war.
Justice must prevail for people of Mir Bahri: Aga Syed Mujtaba Abbas
Senior leader of the Jammu & Kashmir Anjuman-e-Sharie Shian, Hujjat-ul-Islam Aga Syed Mujtaba Abbas Mosavi Al-Safavi, has expressed grave concern over the continuing hardships faced by the residents of Dal Mir Bahri, stating that any attempt to deprive, marginalise, or deny the community its constitutional and fundamental rights is wholly unacceptable. He reaffirmed that Anjuman-e-Sharie Shian stands firmly with the people of Mir Bahri and will continue to support every peaceful and democratic effort to secure justice, dignity, and equal rights for them. In a statement issued here, Aga Syed Mujtaba said it is deeply regrettable that the people living along the shores of the world-famous Dal Lake continue to suffer from decades of official neglect despite residing in one of Kashmir's most prominent locations. Thousands of families remain deprived of basic civic amenities, including safe drinking water, proper roads, drainage, healthcare, quality education, housing, and other essential public services that are the legitimate right of every citizen. He stressed that genuine development must improve people's lives rather than make them more difficult. Any policy or developmental project that adversely affects the daily lives, livelihoods, mobility, education, healthcare, or traditional rights of local residents must be reviewed with fairness, transparency, and public consultation. Development cannot be meaningful if it comes at the cost of human dignity and public welfare. Aga Syed Mujtaba further observed that while the protection and conservation of Dal Lake is a collective responsibility, environmental preservation must never become a justification for ignoring the legitimate rights and welfare of the indigenous communities that have lived around the lake for generations. Sustainable development, he said, must safeguard both the environment and the rights of the people through balanced, humane, and inclusive policies. Calling upon the Government of Jammu & Kashmir, the Lieutenant Governor's Administration, and all concerned departments, he urged the authorities to immediately address the longstanding grievances of the residents of Mir Bahri through meaningful dialogue and concrete action. He demanded the urgent provision of clean drinking water, improved road connectivity, modern drainage, quality healthcare and educational facilities, and all other essential civic infrastructure, while ensuring that no administrative decision infringes upon the community's constitutional rights, livelihoods, or traditional access. He stated that the true measure of a democratic government lies in its commitment to justice and equitable development, particularly for historically neglected communities. The continued denial of basic public services to the people of Mir Bahri, he said, is a matter of serious concern that requires immediate and effective intervention. Concluding his statement, Aga Syed Mujtaba Abbas declared that the people of Dal Mir Bahri are not alone. Anjuman-e-Sharie Shian will continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with them until their legitimate rights are protected and they receive the justice, dignity, development, and equal opportunities guaranteed to every citizen under the Constitution. He expressed hope that the Government would act with sensitivity, fairness, and resolve to restore public confidence and ensure that the people of Mir Bahri become equal partners in the region's development rather than its forgotten victims.
LoP Sunil Sharma meets LG, seeks justice for left-out sportspersons
Leader of Opposition in the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Sunil Sharma, along with Billawar MLA Satish Sharma, on Friday met Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and discussed a range of issues related to sports, religious affairs, infrastructure development and public welfare in the Union Territory. During the meeting, the BJP leaders raised concerns over the reported exclusion of several accomplished sportspersons from Jammu and Kashmir from the recently announced selection list. They specifically highlighted the cases of deserving para-athletes and Arjuna Award recipients, stating that these athletes have brought laurels to both Jammu and Kashmir and the country through their achievements. The delegation urged the Lieutenant Governor to ensure that all deserving sportspersons are duly recognised and provided the benefits, support and opportunities they rightfully deserve. The leaders also took up issues concerning the Shri Sukrala Mata Shrine Board, stressing the need to strengthen the Board and undertake measures to improve infrastructure and pilgrim amenities. They said better facilities and planned development would help establish the shrine as a major religious and tourism destination in the region. In addition, Sharma and Satish Sharma apprised the Lieutenant Governor of several issues concerning infrastructure development, public welfare, tourism, road connectivity and the timely execution of ongoing developmental projects across different parts of Jammu and Kashmir. They sought expeditious intervention to ensure that development projects are completed without delay and that the benefits of development reach all regions of the Union Territory in a balanced and inclusive manner. The delegation emphasised that improved infrastructure, enhanced connectivity and accelerated implementation of public projects are essential for promoting economic growth, boosting tourism and improving the quality of life of the people. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha gave a patient hearing to the issues raised by the delegation and assured them that all genuine concerns would be examined on priority. He also assured the leaders that appropriate directions would be issued to the concerned departments to facilitate timely action. Following the meeting, Sunil Sharma thanked the Lieutenant Governor for his positive response and expressed confidence that the issues highlighted by the delegation, particularly those concerning deserving sportspersons, the development of the Shri Sukrala Mata Shrine Board and the acceleration of developmental works, would receive due consideration in the larger interest of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Taslima Nasrins return to Kolkata
I am glad to hear that Taslima Nasrin has finally been able to return to Kolkata, after a 19 years interval. Taslima was a medical doctor in Bangladesh, who also became a writer. I am her admirer as she is a brave woman, who all her life has fought against bigotry and injustice. Though born a Muslim in Bangladesh, she wrote against atrocities on the minority Hindu community in Bangladesh, particularly after demolition of the Babri Masjid in 1992, in her novel 'Lajja' ( Shame ). For this she received death threats from Muslim bigots, and had to flee her native country in 1993 and enter India.
Chief Justice Advocates Mediation as Key to Justice at Commonwealth Conference
Jaipur, August 1: Indias Chief Justice, Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, emphasized the importance of mediation in the justice system during the Commonwealth Peace Mediation Conference 2026 held on Friday. He stated that peace does not equate to the absence of law; rather, it is one of the greatest achievements of law. Justice Chandrachud urged that mediation ... Read more Chief Justice Advocates Mediation as Key to Justice at Commonwealth Conference
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India risks complicity in Israels war crimes in Gaza, Amnesty report reveals
The findings illustrate that India failed to regulate the export of arms to Israel by several private munition manufacturers
Mediation is not an alternative to rule of law, but an integral part of it: CJI Surya Kant
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant underscored the integral role of mediation in securing sustainable justice and social harmony, asserting that peace should not be perceived as being distinct from the rule of law but as one of its significant outcomes. Addressing the Commonwealth Peace Mediation Conference 2026 organised by the Rajasthan State Legal Services [] The post Mediation is not an alternative to rule of law, but an integral part of it: CJI Surya Kant appeared first on India Legal .
Indian Americans Gather In Washington To Celebrate Americas 250th Anniversary
Nearly 500 Indian American leaders from across politics, business, medicine, the military and community organizations came together in Washington, D.C., to celebrate America's upcoming 250th anniversary and recognize the community's growing contributions to the country.
Tahir Hussain life term 'beginning of justice', hopes Delhi HC awards death penalty: Kapil Mishra
A Delhi court has sentenced Tahir Hussain and four others to life imprisonment for the 2020 murder of Ankit Sharma. The court found that the prosecution failed to prove the convicts were beyond reformation. Delhi Police had sought the death penalty, arguing the case was of the rarest of rare. Law Minister Kapil Mishra described the sentence as the beginning of justice.
Indian-Origin Doctor Helps Remove Brain Tumors Without Opening The Skull
An Indian American Army surgeon has helped develop a minimally invasive technique to remove certain brain tumors through the nose, eliminating the need to open the skull in eligible cases and allowing patients to recover more quickly.
A Delhi court sentenced Tahir Hussain and four others to life imprisonment for Ankit Sharma's murder. The family of the Intelligence Bureau staffer received some relief after years of struggle. They acknowledged the court's verdict but noted the irreplaceable loss of their brother. The family hopes for a arest of rare designation in higher court appeals. Tahir Hussain stated his intention to challenge the life sentence in the High Court.
'Done by BJP goons': Abhijeet Dipke responds after injured Delhi cops' kin seek justice
Families of the injured Delhi Police officers are advocating for a discussion in Parliament regarding their pain. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke suggested a deliberate effort to target students amid the protests, expressing concern for the hurt officers while also questioning how students were being treated. The families presented proof of injuries and extensive damage, asserting that anti-social groups had incited the violence.
Crime Branch likely to expand special investigation team as Kerala PSC exam scam probe widens
The investigators are also preparing to seek certified copies of examination records from the PSC. The expansion of the SIT comes as investigators intensify efforts to verify allegations that could extend beyond the controversial Kerala State Planning Board recruitmentexamination, the case in which the Crime Branch has already registered a First Information Report
A Delhi court on Friday sentenced former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) councillor Tahir Hussain and four others to life imprisonment for the murder of Intelligence Bureau (IB) officer Ankit Sharma during the 2020 Delhi riots. Additional Sessions Judge Praveen Singh of the Karkardooma Court rejected the prosecutions plea for the death penalty, holding that although [] The post Ankit Sharma murder case: Delhi court sentences former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain, 4 others to life imprisonment appeared first on India Legal .
Newtons 3rd Law movie review: Sumanth spearheads a largely satisfying, minimalistic crime thriller
Director Rajesh Karnas Telugu film nearly succumbs to the second-half syndrome, but solid drama and clever twists help it sail through
The Supreme Court on Friday brought an end to the long-pending matrimonial dispute between Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and his estranged wife, Payal Abdullah, after the parties informed the Court that they had amicably resolved all their differences through mediation. The Bench of Justice PS Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe disposed of [] The post Supreme Court grants divorce to Omar Abdullah and Payal Abdullah after successful mediation settlement appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court stays arrest of former Tamil Nadu minister V Senthil Balaji in TASMAC corruption case
The Supreme Court on Friday granted interim protection from arrest to former Tamil Nadu Minister and DMK MLA V Senthil Balaji in a corruption case relating to alleged irregularities in the functioning of the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC). The Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi stayed [] The post Supreme Court stays arrest of former Tamil Nadu minister V Senthil Balaji in TASMAC corruption case appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Friday appointed former Supreme Court judge Justice Ajay Rastogi as the substitute sole arbitrator to continue arbitration proceedings between DMI Finance Private Limited and RCC Infraventures Limited, following the recusal of former Supreme Court judge Justice R Banumathi from the matter. Addressing Justice Banumathis withdrawal, a bench consisting of CJI Surya [] The post DMI-RCC dispute: Supreme Court appoints Justice Ajay Rastogi as substitute arbitrator following recusal of Justice R Banumathi appeared first on India Legal .
Salary details of judges not exempt under RTI Act: Madras High Court
The Madras High Court has ruled that the salary details of High Court judges are liable to disclosure under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, holding that such information cannot be withheld under the exemption provisions of the statute since judges are paid from the Consolidated Fund of India. The Bench of Justice M. Dhandapani [] The post Salary details of judges not exempt under RTI Act: Madras High Court appeared first on India Legal .
Calcutta High Court refuses to accept electoral photo ID, Aadhaar as conclusive proof of citizenship
The Calcutta High Court has held that a Voter Identity Card, Aadhaar card, PAN card, bank account or record of rights cannot, by themselves, constitute conclusive proof of Indian citizenship while dismissing a habeas corpus petition filed by the uncle of a man detained after his name was deleted from the electoral roll during the [] The post Calcutta High Court refuses to accept electoral photo ID, Aadhaar as conclusive proof of citizenship appeared first on India Legal .
The Karnataka High Court on Friday suspended the life sentence awarded to former Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni and eight other convicts in the 2016 murder of BJP leader Yogesh Gowda, directing that they be released on bail pending the disposal of their criminal appeals. The Division Bench of Justice Mohammad Nawaz and Justice G. Basavaraja [] The post Karnataka High Court suspends life imrisonment sentence awarded to former Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni in Yogesh Gowda murder case appeared first on India Legal .
Jantar Mantar protest: Noida Police register Zero FIR over derogatory remarks against PM Modi
The Noida Police have registered a Zero FIR against a woman accused of making abusive and objectionable remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a protest at Delhis Jantar Mantar over the alleged NEET paper leak. Since the alleged incident took place within the territorial jurisdiction of Delhi Police, the case has been transferred to [] The post Jantar Mantar protest: Noida Police register Zero FIR over derogatory remarks against PM Modi appeared first on India Legal .
The Delhi government has directed that no adverse legal action be taken against students who participated in the NEET-UG protests in the national capital, initiating the process to withdraw 13 FIRs registered in connection with the demonstrations. The benefit, however, has been restricted to protesters with no criminal antecedents, in compliance with the Supreme Courts [] The post Delhi government orders withdrawal of 13 FIRs against NEET-UG protesters without criminal antecedents appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court has strongly criticised the Rajasthan government for reversing its earlier decision refusing prosecution sanction against a government doctor under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, holding that the volte-face was driven by political dictate rather than any fresh material. A Bench of Justice J.B. Pardiwala and Justice K. Vinod Chandran observed that [] The post Supreme Court slams Rajasthan over politically motivated reversal of prosecution sanction, imposes Rs 50,000 costs appeared first on India Legal .
The Chief Justice said he would constitute an appropriate Bench shortly to hear the petition
The Chief Justice said he would constitute an appropriate Bench shortly to hear the petition
Crime Snippets From Hyderabad & Surrounding Areas
The Fast Track Special Judge for Rape and POCSO Act Cases in Rangareddy district sentenced a Karnataka man to 20 years' rigorous imprisonment for raping a minor girl in 2021.
Petition says the July 24 order banning circulation of livestreamed proceedings is against constitutional guarantee under Article 21 of fair, just and reasonable procedure
Trump Admin Reportedly Considering $100,000 OPT Fee For International Graduates
iNDICA NEWS BUREAU- The Trump administration is weighing a proposal that could require international students to pay a $100,000 fee if they want to work in the U.S. after graduating from an American university, a move that could significantly raise the cost of staying in the country for post-study employment. According to a report by []
87 hate crimes, 15 pc rise: June tracker paints grim picture
Hyderabad:India logged 87 incidents of hate crime against religious and caste minorities in June, a jump of nearly 15 per cent over the previous month, according to data compiled bySiasat.com. The attacks ranged from public beatings and mob lynchings to open threats and torture. And it was not only violence. Through the month, several public 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 .
NEET Task Force May Not Lead To Real Education Reform, Says Stanford Professor Sumit Ganguly
Following weeks of nationwide student protests over the alleged National Eligibility cum Entrance Test, or NEET (UG), paper leak, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the formation of a six-member high-powered task force aimed at overhauling India's public examination system and restoring confidence in the National Testing Agency.
U.S., India Partner On AI-Driven Soybean Breeding Project
A joint U.S.-India research project aimed at improving soybean breeding with artificial intelligence (AI), smart sensors, and next-generation wireless technologies has received more than $528,137 in funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF).
President Trump Moves To Strengthen U.S. Critical Mineral Supply Chains With New Order
The Trump administration has taken another step to strengthen the U.S. supply of critical minerals by authorizing new export restrictions on recoverable materials considered essential for national defense and key industries.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Named East Zone Vice-Captain For Duleep Trophy
Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has taken another major step in his rapid rise after being named East Zone vice-captain for Duleep Trophy, while India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan will lead the side.
Rahul Gandhi says students deserve justice, seeks SC-monitored high-powered prob
Delhi Police has so far registered 13 FIRs and identified more than 2800 people with criminal background who participated in the protest march
Anil Swarup: The NEET imbroglio
From darkness to lightor so I thought when I learned I would be moving from the shadowy world of coal mines, as Coal Secretary, to the seemingly promising field of school education, as Secretary, School Education and Literacy in 2016. However, I soon discovered a striking reversal. While mining in the coal sector took place underground, with mafias operating openly above ground, the 'minefield' of school education had its mafias hidden below the surface, all masked and masquerading as 'noble giants.'
The finding by the Commission headed by Justice S. Murlidhar provide a substantial evidentiary basis for investigating war crimes and crimes against humanity and, more controversially, reopen the debate on the interpretation of genocide in contemporary international law.
TGCSB, DoT step up coordination to tackle telecom-enabled cybercrime
Harsha Gangadharbatla To Lead UNC Hussman School As Interim Dean
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has appointed Indian-origin Harsha Gangadharbatla as the interim dean of the UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media following the departure of Dean Raul Reis.
Google, RAI Join Hands To Accelerate Digital Transformation For Indian Retailers
Google has partnered with the Retailers Association of India (RAI) to help small and medium retailers across the country expand their digital presence and adopt technology that can support business growth.
Neeraj Chopra Reaches Commonwealth Games Final, Hails Growing Javelin Culture In South Asia
India's Neeraj Chopra said difficult weather conditions made the men's javelin throw qualification at the Commonwealth Games 2026 far more challenging than expected, but the Olympic champion was pleased to reach the final and is now looking forward to what he believes will be a high-quality battle for medals on July 31.
Have fast-track courts delivered on the promise of speedy justice? | In Focus Podcast
Prime Minister Modis fast-track courts for paper leak cases aim to tackle judicial delays, but concerns about resource constraints linger. Can they deliver the speedy justice India desperately needs?
Why Delhi Polices July 20 crackdown transgressed the Law on Use of Force
A deluge of videos document the Delhi police resorting to pellet shots, nail-studded lathis, tear gas, and even assaulting women protestors on July 20. By every metric, it impinged the principles of proportionality and minimal use of force.
The Bombay High Court on Thursday reserved its judgment on the appeal filed by the State of Goa challenging the acquittal of former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal in the 2013 sexual assault case. A Division Bench of Justice Neela Gokhale and Justice Amit Borkar Jamsandekar concluded hearings after seven sessions and reserved its verdict in [] The post Bombay High Court reserves verdict on Goas appeal against Tarun Tejpals acquittal in 2013 sexual assault case appeared first on India Legal .
AIs Dark Side: Khushi Dubeys Service Girl Exposes Cyber Crime Against Women
Mumbai, July 30: In todays digital age, while technology has become more accessible, it has also introduced new threats, especially for women. The misuse of social media and AI has emerged as a significant issue, leading to incidents of blackmail through deepfakes and fake videos. A new web series titled Service Girl aims to shed ... Read more AIs Dark Side: Khushi Dubeys Service Girl Exposes Cyber Crime Against Women
Supreme Court identifies adjacent site for Friday namaz in Bhojshala-Kamal Maula dispute
The Supreme Court on Thursday clarified its earlier interim order in the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula dispute by identifying a specific parcel of land adjoining the disputed Bhojshala complex where members of the Muslim community may offer Friday namaz between 1 pm and 3 pm. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi [] The post Supreme Court identifies adjacent site for Friday namaz in Bhojshala-Kamal Maula dispute appeared first on India Legal .
The Sleeping Giant Of Caribbean Test Cricket Has Finally Stopped Dreaming And Started Hunting
Look beyond the cold, unfeeling math of the ICC World Test Championship table for a moment. Yes, West Indies sit near the basement at 8th place with a modest 22.73% points percentage, well behind pace-setters Australia (87.50%) and South Africa (75.00%). But numbers capture position, never momentum.
India shipped 2,596 arms to Israel, risks war crimes complicity
Hyderabad:Indian companies, including three firms fully owned by the central government, continued to supply weapons, ammunition and parts to Israel through the war in Gaza, Amnesty International said in a report released on Thursday, July 30, warning that New Delhi risks complicity in violations of international law. The report, titled Made in India: The Supply 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 Supreme Court on Thursday exercised its extraordinary powers under Article 142 of the Constitution to allow an IIT Kharagpur student to transfer to IIT Roorkee, taking note of his ongoing mental health treatment at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh. A Bench of Justice B.V. Nagarathna and Justice R. Mahadevan [] The post Supreme Court invokes Article 142 to permit IIT Kharagpur students transfer to IIT Roorkee on medical grounds appeared first on India Legal .
The Delhi High Court has held that courts should ordinarily refrain from directing the de-reservation of reserved medical seats after the counselling process has commenced or concluded, observing that such directions can disrupt the statutory admission framework and prejudice the rights of other candidates. The Bench of Justice Vikas Mahajan of the Delhi High Court [] The post Delhi High Court: De-reservation of reserved medical seats after counselling not ordinarily permissible appeared first on India Legal .
Human trafficking in Nagaland taking new forms linked to cybercrime, money laundering
A senior official warned that trafficking in the state is increasingly tied to cybercrime, financial fraud and forced labour, calling for stronger awareness and intervention.
Opinion: Opinion | Social Justice, Electoral Math And Battle For UP's Upper Castes
The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notice to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on an appeal filed by the Chandigarh Administration challenging a Punjab and Haryana High Court judgment that quashed an FIR against Mann and other Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders in connection with a 2020 protest over the hike in electricity tariffs. A [] The post Supreme Court issues notice to Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann on Chandigarh administrations appeal against quashing of protest FIR appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court disapproves High Court Judge hearing matter involving former client
The Supreme Court has expressed disapproval over a High Court judge entertaining proceedings involving a person who had previously been the judges client when he was practising as an advocate. A bench comprising Justices Sanjay Kumar and Sanjeev Sachdeva observed that a judge ought not to pass orders either in favour of or against a [] The post Supreme Court disapproves High Court Judge hearing matter involving former client appeared first on India Legal .
With no public document recording what was agreed between the CJP and Union Ministers J.P. Nadda and Dr. Jitendra Singh, the withdrawal of cases against protesting students will turn on prosecutorial discretion and judicial consent, not on the informal assurance itself.
The Supreme Court on Thursday directed authorities to ensure that protesters injured in the recent police action at Jantar Mantar receive appropriate medical treatment, while observing that a plea seeking a complete ban on the use of pellet guns against civilian assemblies cannot be considered in its present form as it does not challenge the [] The post Supreme Court asks authorities to ensure treatment of pellet-injured Jantar Mantar protesters; says plea against pellet gun use lacks legal challenge appeared first on India Legal .
The Bar Council of India (BCI) has instructed all State Bar Councils to prominently display on their official websites the Supreme Courts recent interim order prohibiting the unauthorised extraction and circulation of audio and video recordings of judicial proceedings, along with the BCIs earlier circular on digital ethics and social media conduct for advocates. The [] The post BCI directs State Bar Councils to prominently publish Supreme Court order on unauthorised use of court recordings appeared first on India Legal .
New Delhi , July 30 : Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday demanded an independent Supreme Court-monitored high-powered committee to investigate the alleged police action against student protesters. In a post on X, Gandhi called for an impartial probe into the alleged use of force against students during the July 20 protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. Students deserve justice. An independent SC monitored high powered committee must be constituted to probe brutalities against our students, Gandhi said. Gandhi also shared a video purportedly showing the police action against the protesters. The video shows police personnel lathi-charging demonstrators, while the clip also appears to show a man in civil dress forcefully slamming a student protester carrying the Indian flag onto the road during the police action. The demand comes as Opposition MPs on Thursday staged a protest at Makar Dwar in the Parliament complex over the alleged police action against student protesters and the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. MPs from several INDIA bloc parties gathered at Makar Dwar around 10.30 am, holding placards questioning who gave the orders for the alleged police action against student protesters at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on July 20. The MPs also raised slogans demanding accountability from the Centre over the alleged use of force against students and the alleged financial irregularities in donations made to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya. The protest came hours before the Rajya Sabha was scheduled to take up the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, for consideration and passing. Earlier, Congress Rajya Sabha MP Syed Naseer said the Opposition had demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, a statement in Parliament on the alleged police action, and an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Hussain also questioned the absence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah from the debate, saying the Delhi Police functions under the Union Home Ministry and that the Home Minister should answer questions regarding the alleged police action. The Rajya Sabha is expected to begin discussion on the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, at 2 pm. The Bill, passed by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, seeks to strengthen the legal framework against examination-related malpractices by enhancing punishments for paper leaks, constituting a Special Task Force for investigations and providing for Special Fast Track Courts for time-bound trials. (ANI)
Delhi High Court refuses plea to remove DCP Sandeep Lamba from supervising police inquiry
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday dismissed a plea seeking the removal of Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (North-East) Sandeep Lamba from supervising a court-directed police inquiry, holding that mere allegations against a police officer cannot give rise to a presumption of bias. The Bench of Justice Girish Kathpalia observed that any misconduct by the [] The post Delhi High Court refuses plea to remove DCP Sandeep Lamba from supervising police inquiry appeared first on India Legal .
AP Child Rights Panel Chief Appeals To Public To Report Crimes
APSCPCR Chairman Vetukuri A.V.S. Suryanarayana Raju has appealed to the public to immediately dial Child Helpline 1098 to report child labour, child marriages, abuse, exploitation, or any violation of children's rights.
'Students deserve justice': Rahul Gandhi shares video claiming police brutality during NEET protest
A Bihar Congress functionary has approached the Supreme Court seeking to intervene in proceedings concerning alleged excessive use of force against students protesting over the NEET examination paper leak controversy. Dr Abul Farah Shazli, District Secretary of the District Congress Committee in Saharsa, has filed an application in the writ petition instituted by Rajya Sabha [] The post NEET paper leak protests: Bihar Congress leader moves Supreme Court seeking FIR details, protection for students from coercive action appeared first on India Legal .
The Madras High Court on Thursday refused to grant anticipatory bail to former Tamil Nadu Minister and Coimbatore South MLA Senthil Balaji in a corruption case registered by the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) over alleged large-scale irregularities in the functioning of the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC). The single-judge bench of Justice [] The post Madras High Court denies anticipatory bail to former Tamil Nadu minister Senthil Balaji in TASMAC corruption case appeared first on India Legal .
CHRIST University launches five-year global series on climate justice and carbon intelligence
Centred on the theme of carbon intelligence and the path to a carbon-neutral future, the two-day gathering officially marked the start of a five-year global series running through 2030.
U.S. Hits Dozens Of IRGC Targets In Iran, Cites Missile Threat
The U.S. military said it carried out a large-scale operation against Iranian military targets after accusing Tehran of attempting to strike American forces in West Asia with ballistic missiles.
Salman Rushdie Attacker Hadi Matar Convicted On Federal Terrorism Charges
Hadi Matar, the man who seriously injured author Salman Rushdie in a 2022 knife attack, has been found guilty on federal terrorism charges for carrying out the assault in support of Iran's decades-old fatwa against the novelist.
Salman Rushdie Attacker Convicted of Terrorism Charges: US Justice Dept
After just a couple of hours of deliberations, a jury found Hadi Matar guilty of all the charges against him, including engaging in an act of transnational terrorism
The world is witnessing rise of staggering computing power to fuel artificial intelligence
The world, or at any rate some parts of it, are witnessing the rise of mind-boggling computing power needed to fuel artificial intelligence. A remarkable story in The New York Times says, From the American Midwest to the Persian Gulf, hundreds of major data centers now under construction will be turned on in the coming years. They are set to deliver an avalanche of computing power to develop and run A.I. that has no equal in the history of the technology industry, with breakthroughs that once felt revolutionary likely to become increasingly routine.
Human Rights Watch Questions Bangladesh Tribunals Fairness, Calls for Justice Reform
New York, July 30: Human Rights Watch (HRW), a leading human rights organization based in the United States, has accused Bangladeshi authorities of failing to adhere to international legal standards in the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT). The organization warned that such deficiencies could hinder victims from obtaining justice, undermine the rule of law, and lead ... Read more Human Rights Watch Questions Bangladesh Tribunals Fairness, Calls for Justice Reform
Global experts deliberate on crime, victim justice
Major Cyber Crime Bust in Mumbai: Suspect Arrested for Fraud Using Fake APK Files
Mumbai, July 29: The DB Marg police in Mumbai conducted a significant operation on Wednesday, apprehending a suspect from West Bengal involved in interstate cybercrime using counterfeit APK (Android Package Kit) files. The accused allegedly defrauded individuals of approximately 63 crore by posing as Mahanagar Gas. Authorities seized 10 mobile phones, one laptop, seven SIM ... Read more Major Cyber Crime Bust in Mumbai: Suspect Arrested for Fraud Using Fake APK Files
Study Links Longer Sleep To Higher Levels Of Alzheimers Blood Marker
Sleeping for much longer than the recommended amount may be linked to early biological signs of Alzheimer's disease, according to a new analysis that found higher levels of a key dementia-related blood marker in people who regularly slept more than 8.5 hours a night.
As Lucknow's newly appointed Police Commissioner, Tarun Gauba is set to implement a technology-driven vision for the citys safety. His strategy focuses on using data analytics to prevent crime, improving traffic management to cut down on accident rates, and bolstering cybercrime responses with advanced tools. Furthermore, he highlights the importance of addressing public concerns swiftly while ensuring a secure environment for women.
Meta Teams Up With BlackRock For $14 Billion Texas AI Data Center
Meta and BlackRock are joining forces to develop one of the largest artificial intelligence (AI) data center projects in the U.S., with a new campus in El Paso, Texas, backed by about USD 14 billion in development costs.
Police committed to making Sri Sathya Sai a crime-free district, says SP
The Supreme Courts memory is not confined to its judgments alone but also to the lives that shaped its conscience, said Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant on Thursday while unveiling the portrait of former law minister and late Senior Advocate Ashoke Kumar Sen. At the event organised by the Supreme Court Bar Association [] The post Supreme Court remembers those who shaped its conscience, CJI Surya Kant says in tribute to late Senior Advocate Ashoke Kumar Sen appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi court stays non-bailable warrant against SFI leader Aishe Ghosh in 2021 protest case
A Delhi court stayed the execution of a non-bailable warrant issued against Students Federation of India (SFI) leader Aishe Ghosh in connection with a 2021 protest case registered over a demonstration outside Bangla Bhavan. Judicial Magistrate First Class-05 of the Patiala House Courts passed the order after Ghoshs counsel submitted that she could not appear [] The post Delhi court stays non-bailable warrant against SFI leader Aishe Ghosh in 2021 protest case appeared first on India Legal .
Quote of the day by Queen Nzinga: Queen Nzinga's quote highlights the limits of persuasion when facing harmful customs. She believed force sometimes becomes necessary for those who ignore reason. Nzinga ruled Ndongo and Matamba, defending her people against colonial expansion. She skillfully used diplomacy and military strategy throughout her reign.
Rajya Sabha Passes Vande Mataram Bill, Making Insult to National Song a Crime
Opposition stages walkout as Upper House clears amendment to extend legal protection to Vande Mataram.
The Delhi High Court will hear on August 5 a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking the formulation of a nationwide statutory framework to regulate and restrict social media access for children below the age of 13, following the recusal of Justice Tejas Karia from the case. The petition was listed before the Division Bench of [] The post Delhi High Court to hear child social media regulation plea on August 5 after Justice Tejas Karias recusal appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court uproar case: Delhi Court releases two suspended law students on bail
A Delhi court has granted bail to two suspended Lucknow University law students arrested for allegedly disrupting proceedings inside the Supreme Court, observing that while their conduct was condemnable, continued pre-trial detention was unwarranted after completion of the investigation. Judicial Magistrate Ravi of Patiala House Courts granted bail to Prabal Pratap Singh and Chander Bhan [] The post Supreme Court uproar case: Delhi Court releases two suspended law students on bail appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi High Court orders takedown of content violating personality rights of Yuvraj Singh
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday directed the removal of online content found to be violating the personality rights of former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh, while declining to pass a blanket order for the takedown of future content at this stage. The single-judge Bench of Justice Jyoti Singh ordered the removal of the URLs specifically [] The post Delhi High Court orders takedown of content violating personality rights of Yuvraj Singh appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court has granted bail to two accused booked under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, after taking note of their prolonged incarceration for nearly 12 years and the slow progress of the trial. A Bench of Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta observed that continued detention, in circumstances where the trial was [] The post Supreme Court grants bail to two UAPA accused after 12 years in custody, cites Article 21 Right to speedy trial appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Wednesday held that the Central Government has the legislative competence to introduce a mechanism for granting post-facto environmental clearances (ECs), but such a framework can only be created through a valid statutory notification issued under Section 3 of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, and not through an executive or administrative office [] The post Supreme Court quashes 2021 Office Memorandum on post-facto environmental clearances, says Centre must act through statutory notification appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court refused to interfere with its earlier order permitting the nationwide release of the animated film Mahaprabhu Jagannath, dismissing applications moved by the Odisha government and the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration seeking reconsideration of the decision. A Bench comprising Justice BV Nagarathna and Justice R Mahadevan reiterated that it would not curtail artistic [] The post Supreme Court declines to modify order allowing release of Mahaprabhu Jagannath film, says courts cannot judge artistic expression appeared first on India Legal .
Babri Masjid demolition remarks: Bombay High Court quashes externment orders against SDPI leaders
The Bombay High Court has quashed externment orders issued by the Mumbai Police against two office-bearers of the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI), holding that the action failed to satisfy the statutory requirements under the Maharashtra Police Act and amounted to an unjustified restriction on the petitioners fundamental rights. The single-judge Bench of Justice [] The post Babri Masjid demolition remarks: Bombay High Court quashes externment orders against SDPI leaders appeared first on India Legal .
