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Birthright Citizenship Lives: Only Three Justices Side With Intended Meaning

Only three Supreme Court judges believe American citizenship should not be automatically granted to people just for being born here. The Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld by a vote of 6-3 birthright citizenship, the version of the 14th Amendment that makes anyone who is born here, with diplomatic exceptions, an American citizen. This includes the ... The post Birthright Citizenship Lives: Only Three Justices Side With Intended Meaning appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 1 Jul 2026 1:41 am

Ex-boyfriend denies murdering Brit mum after family's 17-year fight for justice

Jean Hanlon's death was initially ruled an accident before fresh forensic examinations and a diary she kept prompted Greek authorities to reopen the i... Ex-boyfriend denies murdering Brit mum after family's 17-year fight for justice

India Vision 1 Jul 2026 1:35 am

Greek proverb of the day: 'He who plunders with a little boat is a pirate, he who plunders with a fleet is a...' - this inspiring saying teaches life lessons on power, justice, perception and why appearances can be deceiving

Greek proverb of the day: Greek saying highlights how power and influence drastically alter perceptions of similar actions. A proverb illustrates this by contrasting a small-boat pirate with a fleet-commanding conqueror, both engaging in plunder. This ancient insight urges critical thinking about fairness, reputation, and the subjective nature of judgment.

The Economic Times 1 Jul 2026 1:34 am

Family Awaits Justice a Decade After Crash

Court records show that proceedings against accused R. Shravil have repeatedly been adjourned, with petitions pending on witness examination.

Deccan Chronicle 30 Jun 2026 11:31 pm

Jewish Proverb of the Day: If you steal from a thief, you also Life lessons on integrity, honesty, justice, accountability and why two wrongs never make a right

Jewish Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of If you steal from a thief, you also have a taste of it. The saying reflects how personal integrity is defined by one's own actions rather than the behavior of others. It suggests that wrongdoing does not become acceptable simply because it is committed against someone who has acted dishonestly. Instead, the proverb reminds us that honesty, accountability, and strong moral principles should guide our choices, even in situations where acting unfairly may seem justified.

The Economic Times 30 Jun 2026 10:24 pm

Supporters form justice forum for Bhojpur encounter victim

The Times of India 30 Jun 2026 9:14 pm

Cyber crimes wing taking serious measures against online fraud: Chennithala

Home Minister says about 1,836 fake loan apps have been blocked and 5,857 fake loan websites fully disabled

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 6:51 pm

USPS To Release New Diwali Forever Stamp Ahead Of Festival Of Lights

The United States Postal Service (USPS) will release a new Diwali Forever stamp in October, ahead of this year's Festival of Lights, featuring a vibrant rangoli created by Indian-born artist Sangita Bhutada in recognition of one of the most widely celebrated festivals in the Indian community.

indicanews 30 Jun 2026 5:30 pm

UN Panel Led by Justice Muralidhar Says Israel Deliberately Targeted Palestinian Children, Cites Genocide

SRINAGAR: A United Nations Commission of Inquiry chaired by Justice Srinivasan Muralidhar has accused Israeli authorities and security forces of deliberately targeting Palestinian children in Gaza and the occupied territories, saying the conduct amounts to genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes. The report was released in Geneva on June 23, according to the UN. []

KashmirLife 30 Jun 2026 4:26 pm

Refusal to marry live-in partner does not amount to rape: Chhattisgarh High Court

The Chhattisgarh High Court has held that in cases where two consenting adults remain in a long-standing live-in relationship, the law raises a presumption that their physical relationship was consensual and, therefore, a subsequent refusal to marry cannot attract criminal liability for the offence of rape on the grounds of a false promise of marriage. [] The post Refusal to marry live-in partner does not amount to rape: Chhattisgarh High Court appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 30 Jun 2026 4:25 pm

Noel Tata announces exit as Voltas chairman at company's AGM

Veteran Tata Group leader Noel Tata is stepping down as Chairman of Voltas, marking his final AGM in the role. He expressed confidence in the company's next-generation leadership, developed through internal promotions and external hires. Tata, who also recently announced his departure from Trent's chairmanship, cited the company's strong performance, including its air conditioning business exceeding one million unit sales in a record 81 days.

The Economic Times 30 Jun 2026 4:17 pm

Hindu marriage void without essential rites like Saptapadi despite registration: Gujarat High Court

The Gujarat High Court has held that a Hindu marriage cannot be treated as legally valid merely because a marriage certificate has been issued if the mandatory Hindu rites and ceremonies required under the Hindu Marriage Act (HMA), 1955, such as Saptapadi, have not been performed. The Division Bench of Justice Ilesh J Vora and [] The post Hindu marriage void without essential rites like Saptapadi despite registration: Gujarat High Court appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 30 Jun 2026 4:09 pm

Supreme Court maintains status quo on ethanol supply allocation for ESY 2025-26

The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed maintenance of the status quo with respect to ethanol supply allocation for the Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) 2025-26 in a dispute arising from judicial intervention in the implementation of the national Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) programme. The Vacation Bench of Justice MM Sundresh and Justice Sheel Nagu passed the [] The post Supreme Court maintains status quo on ethanol supply allocation for ESY 2025-26 appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 30 Jun 2026 2:26 pm

Calcutta High Court seeks report from West Bengal government on egg-pelting attacks against AITC leaders

The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday directed the State of West Bengal to file a comprehensive action-taken and compliance report detailing the preventive, remedial, and law enforcement measures adopted in relation to alleged incidents of assaults, including egg-pelting, on political workers, MPs, and MLAs of the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC). The Division Bench of [] The post Calcutta High Court seeks report from West Bengal government on egg-pelting attacks against AITC leaders appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 30 Jun 2026 2:00 pm

Asian Games 2026: Delhi High Court upholds selection of Indian Dressage team

The Delhi High Court has upheld the selection of Indias Dressage team for the 2026 Asian Games, declining to exercise judicial review under Article 226 of the Constitution to interfere with the decision-making domain of the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI). Dressage, an Olympic equestrian discipline, requires horserider combinations to execute prescribed movements in a [] The post Asian Games 2026: Delhi High Court upholds selection of Indian Dressage team appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 30 Jun 2026 1:41 pm

Minor sexual assault case: Supreme Court defers Asaram Bapu bail plea, allows medical treatment to continue

The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to grant interim bail to self-styled godman Asaram Bapu in a 2013 sexual assault case involving a minor devotee in Jodhpur, observing that it would only consider the request if a life-threatening medical emergency arose. The Bench of Justice MM Sundresh and Justice Sheel Nagu clarified that it was [] The post Minor sexual assault case: Supreme Court defers Asaram Bapu bail plea, allows medical treatment to continue appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 30 Jun 2026 1:31 pm

Reasonable to believe targeted killing of children part of larger plan for genocide of the Palestinian people, Justice Muralidhar says

Once a child is labelled a terrorist, he becomes free game, target practice

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 1:10 pm

Tamil Nadu Assembly Secretariat defends continuation of disqualification cases despite resignation of MLAs before Madras High Court

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Secretariat has apprised the Madras High Court that the resignation of four AIADMK MLAs, who subsequently aligned with the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), does not have the legal effect of extinguishing or rendering infructuous the disqualification proceedings pending against them under the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution. The submission was [] The post Tamil Nadu Assembly Secretariat defends continuation of disqualification cases despite resignation of MLAs before Madras High Court appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 30 Jun 2026 1:08 pm

Calcutta High Court denies urgent hearing to plea challenging debit freeze on 3 bank accounts of AITC

The Calcutta High Court has refused to grant an urgent hearing to a petition filed by the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC), alleging that a debit freeze had been imposed on three bank accounts of the party, which reportedly held funds worth approximately Rs 440 crore. The matter was mentioned by Senior Advocate Kishore Datta [] The post Calcutta High Court denies urgent hearing to plea challenging debit freeze on 3 bank accounts of AITC appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 30 Jun 2026 12:50 pm

Twenty-three parties, Independent MP write to Chief Justice on SIR, role of EC

Twenty-three political parties, including INDIA bloc members, AAP, and DMK, have jointly written to the Chief Justice of India concerning the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process and other election-related matters. The opposition's move highlights their reliance on the judiciary when other avenues are exhausted, appealing to its conscience amidst concerns about democratic processes. This collaborative effort underscores a unified stance on electoral integrity.

The Economic Times 30 Jun 2026 12:29 pm

Rule of law guards against government excess: CJI Surya Kant

Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has said that Rule of Law bakes no bread but disciplines power, ensures equality, and checks arbitrary government action. Delivering the keynote address at an event titled Safeguarding the Rule of Law Experiences from India and Sweden, organised by International IDEA in Stockholm, the CJI said that [] The post Rule of law guards against government excess: CJI Surya Kant appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 30 Jun 2026 12:09 pm

Ambassador Sergio Gor Highlights Fast-Track Approach To Helping U.S. Businesses In India

U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said his direct access to President Donald Trump's Cabinet and senior administration officials has helped him resolve problems faster for American businesses in India, allowing the U.S. Embassy to cut through bureaucratic delays and deliver quicker results.

indicanews 30 Jun 2026 8:59 am

Ro Khanna Says Shared Values Should Define U.S.-India Relationship

Democratic Indian-origin Congressman Ro Khanna used the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) Leadership Summit on Monday, June 29, to make a strong case for building the U.S.-India relationship around shared democratic values, while sharply criticizing President Donald Trump's foreign and immigration policies.

indicanews 30 Jun 2026 8:41 am

Ex-Envoy Juster Says People-To-People Ties Have Sustained U.S.-India Relationship For Centuries

The U.S.-India relationship has grown from limited diplomatic engagement into one of the world's most important strategic partnerships, driven as much by personal connections as government policy, former U.S. Ambassador to India Kenneth I Juster said at the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) Leadership Summit.

indicanews 30 Jun 2026 8:18 am

Ketan Agarwal Murder Case: Court Extends Custody Till July 3, Crime Scene Reconstructed, Siyas Deadly Signal and Chilling Motive Unveiled

As investigators closed in with a reconstructed crime scene, forensic recoveries, and fresh revelations about motive, the Vadgaon Maval Court on June 29 granted police [] The post Ketan Agarwal Murder Case: Court Extends Custody Till July 3, Crime Scene Reconstructed, Siyas Deadly Signal and Chilling Motive Unveiled appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 30 Jun 2026 5:53 am

Health benefits of Moringa oleifera (Drumstick) in recent reports

By Dr. Manoj Sharma- [Dr. Manoj Sharma is a Professor in the Department of Social and Behavioral Health and an Adjunct Professor of Internal Medicine at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, USA. He is a global health promotion expert and president of Health for All, Inc.] Moringa oleifera is commonly known as the drumstick []

indicanews 30 Jun 2026 3:53 am

Justice Hopes Rise for Sarla Bhatts Family After Yasin Maliks Name Surfaces in Charge Sheet

Jammu, June 30: The family of Sarla Bhatt, a Kashmiri Hindu nurse murdered in 1990, is expressing renewed hope for justice following the inclusion of Yasin Maliks name in the charge sheet. PK Bhatt, Sarlas cousin, stated that they now believe that this long-pending case may finally see resolution. However, he emphasized that Malik should ... Read more Justice Hopes Rise for Sarla Bhatts Family After Yasin Maliks Name Surfaces in Charge Sheet

Morningstar 30 Jun 2026 2:17 am

'Has it become a crime to have darshan of Lord Ram?': Congress alleges Ajay Rai put under house arrest ahead of Ayodhya visit

Congress alleged its Uttar Pradesh chief Ajay Rai was placed under house arrest to prevent a party delegation from visiting Ayodhya's Ram Temple. The party claims this is a 'cowardly action' by the BJP government amid controversy over temple fund embezzlement. Congress leaders were reportedly detained, with the party deeming such actions unconstitutional and demanding their immediate release to proceed with their visit.

The Times of India 30 Jun 2026 12:44 am

One year on, Sigachi blast victims families seek justice and promised ex gratia

Widows, relatives of the victims and activists gathered at Pashamylaram to demand full payment of the promised 1 crore compensation, alleging they have received only about 41.5 lakh each

The Hindu 29 Jun 2026 9:31 pm

AI, Balance And Belief: Finn Allen Explains Unicorns Winning Formula In MLC 2026

San Francisco Unicorns opener Finn Allen believes the team's balanced squad and measured use of artificial intelligence are helping drive its impressive run in the 2026 Major League Cricket (MLC) season after the Unicorns wrapped up the Oakland leg with a commanding eight-wicket win over Washington Freedom on Sunday, June 28.

indicanews 29 Jun 2026 7:02 pm

The Indian Jurist Behind the UN's Gaza Report: Meet Justice Muralidhar

To appreciate the gravity of this UN report, one must examine the landmark judgments from Justice Muralidhars tenure at the Delhi High Court, where he consistently used constitutional morality to hold institutional power accountable

Deccan Chronicle 29 Jun 2026 6:43 pm

MLC 2026: Pretorius, Allen Power Unicorns To 8-Wicket Win Over Freedom

San Francisco Unicorns wrapped up the Oakland leg of the 2026 Major League Cricket season in emphatic fashion, crushing Washington Freedom by eight wickets after chasing down a challenging target of 191 in just 15.1 overs on Sunday, June 28.

indicanews 29 Jun 2026 5:54 pm

UP CM Yogi Adityanath Assures Medical Help and Fast Justice During Janata Darshan

UP CM Yogi Adityanath assured timely medical treatment for needy citizens and directed officials to resolve grievances quickly during Janata Darshan, stressing justice and healthcare support.

Web Dunia 29 Jun 2026 5:51 pm

MLC 2026: Shanakas Blitz Powers Seattle Orcas Past LA Knight Riders

Seattle Orcas ended the Oakland leg of the 2026 Major League Cricket season with a 20-run win over Los Angeles Knight Riders on Sunday, June 28, thanks to a stunning late assault by Dasun Shanaka and a disciplined bowling display that derailed the chase after a promising start.

indicanews 29 Jun 2026 5:18 pm

A woman has to be beaten up to be able to use the PWDVA: A survivors reckoning with promises the law offers

In the June edition of Staying Alive, a survivor recounts how a lawyer told her the PWDVA offers no remedy without physical abuse, and why twenty years after the Act recognised emotional and economic violence, courts still treat a bruise as the only proof that counts.

theleaflet 29 Jun 2026 3:38 pm

Gauhati High Court refers issue of disclosure of EDs reasons for provisional property attachment to larger Bench

The Gauhati High Court has referred to a larger Bench the question of law concerning whether the reason to believe recorded by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) for initiating provisional attachment of property under Section 5(1) of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, is required to be disclosed to the affected person, either [] The post Gauhati High Court refers issue of disclosure of EDs reasons for provisional property attachment to larger Bench appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 29 Jun 2026 1:15 pm

Supreme Court declines urgent listing of plea seeking SIT probe into Ram Mandir donation irregularities

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to grant urgent listing to a petition seeking the constitution of a court-monitored Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the alleged embezzlement, diversion and misappropriation of donations received by the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust at Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. The Bench of Justice MM Sundresh and Justice [] The post Supreme Court declines urgent listing of plea seeking SIT probe into Ram Mandir donation irregularities appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 29 Jun 2026 1:04 pm

SEBI rejects Reliance Infrastructure settlement plea in Rs 6,526 crore fund diversion case

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has rejected settlement applications filed by Reliance Infrastructure Limited, its promoter Anil Ambani and other connected entities in proceedings relating to the alleged diversion of Rs 6,526 crore of company funds, paving the way for adjudicatory proceedings under the securities laws. The settlement applications had been filed [] The post SEBI rejects Reliance Infrastructure settlement plea in Rs 6,526 crore fund diversion case appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 29 Jun 2026 12:36 pm

Punjab and Haryana High Court judge Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu passes away

Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu, a sitting judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, passed away on June 28, 2026, at the age of 59 after a prolonged illness. The High Courts third senior-most judge reportedly breathed his last at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram at around 2:50 am on Sunday. His demise marks a significant [] The post Punjab and Haryana High Court judge Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu passes away appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 29 Jun 2026 12:24 pm

Bengaluru court summons Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge, Mohammed Nalapad in RSS defamation case

A Bengaluru court has issued summons to Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge and Youth Congress leader Mohammed Haris Nalapad over their alleged remarks against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), directing them to appear on July 21. Taking cognisance of a private criminal complaint against the Congress leaders, XLII Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate of Bengaluru City [] The post Bengaluru court summons Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge, Mohammed Nalapad in RSS defamation case appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 29 Jun 2026 12:15 pm

Alex Murdaugh's true crime saga continues as he heads to court for hearing on murder retrial

Alex Murdaugh's retrial on murder changes in the killings of his wife and son begins with a pretrial hearing

ABC News 29 Jun 2026 12:04 pm

Ben Gvir faces US complaint over crimes against Palestinians

The Hind Rajab Foundation (HRF) has submitted a complaint to the US Department of Justice (DOJ) seeking the prosecution of Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir over allegations of war crimes, genocide and incitement to genocide involving Palestinians, including US citizens. In a statement on Saturday, June 27, the Belgium-based organisation said the filing 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 Siasat Daily 29 Jun 2026 11:29 am

Crime Branch Registers Case in Alleged JK Grameen Bank Loan Fraud

SRINAGAR: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch, Jammu, has registered a criminal case in connection with alleged financial irregularities and fraudulent loan transactions at two branches of the Jammu and Kashmir Grameen Bank. The case was registered under Sections 420 and 120-B of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) following complaints forwarded through []

KashmirLife 29 Jun 2026 10:07 am

New Research Offers Hope For Hard-To-Treat Brain Cancer

Researchers have reported encouraging early findings for a new experimental treatment that could improve the way glioblastoma, one of the deadliest forms of brain cancer, is treated.

indicanews 29 Jun 2026 9:02 am

Ireland Beat India By 1 Run To Seal Historic T20I Series Win

Ireland created history on Sunday, June 28, by defeating T20 World Cup champions India by one run in the second T20I in Belfast, completing a 2-0 series sweep and securing their first-ever series win over India in any format.

indicanews 29 Jun 2026 8:42 am

Indian Americans Mahendra Patel, Sangeeta Desai Win Key Parsippany Democratic Posts

Indian-origin Mahendra Patel has been elected Chair of the Parsippany Democratic Committee, while fellow Indian American Sangeeta Desai was elected Secretary, marking another milestone for the township's growing Indian American political leadership.

indicanews 29 Jun 2026 8:25 am

U.S., Iran Move To Ease Hormuz Dispute With Doha Talks

The United States and Iran are set to hold talks in Doha on Tuesday, June 30, as both countries look to ease tensions and settle their dispute over the Strait of Hormuz following nearly two weeks of fragile peace.

indicanews 29 Jun 2026 7:50 am

Expert Says DOJs Move To Drop Adani Case Is Likely To Succeed

A legal expert has said that a recent court order seeking more information before dismissing the criminal case against the Adani Group is a normal part of the U.S. legal process and is unlikely to delay the government's request to drop the charges.

indicanews 29 Jun 2026 7:38 am

Crime Branch Raids Illegal Petroleum Storage in Goa, Seizes Fuel Worth 1.5 Crore

Panaji, June 29: The Crime Branch of Goa Police conducted a raid on an illegally operated petroleum storage facility on Sunday, seizing fuel tankers and petroleum products valued at approximately 1.5 crore. This operation was carried out based on specific intelligence received by the authorities. The Crime Branch team searched the premises located in the ... Read more Crime Branch Raids Illegal Petroleum Storage in Goa, Seizes Fuel Worth 1.5 Crore

Morningstar 29 Jun 2026 3:17 am

Crime Branch registers FIR in Rs 68 lakh fraud at J&K Grameen Bank branches

Jammu: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch on Sunday registered an FIR into an alleged fraud of more than Rs 68 lakh in Jammu and Kashmir Grameen Bank after an internal vigilance inquiry uncovered suspected fake loan accounts, unauthorised transactions and diversion of funds. The case was filed under sections 420 and 120-B []

Kashmir Reader 29 Jun 2026 2:17 am

Womens T20 WC: We need to rethink how we play against good teams, says Harmanpreet after Indias exit

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur admitted her side needs to reassess its approach against top opposition after Australia's record-breaking six-wicket victory at Lord's knocked the Women in Blue out of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 on Sunday, June 29.

indicanews 29 Jun 2026 1:07 am

Pakistans fake narrative against India to hide its own mismanagement of Water Resources

There is a lot of misinformation around Indus Waters Treaty(IWT) which is being spread through various articles appearing in newspapers/magazines/online forums including in Pakistan. Articles by so-called elites or scholars are nothing but general rhetoric to create public perception in Pakistan, devoid of facts. Although India has kept the Treaty in abeyance, its important to look into the real issues about so-called water scarcity widely reported in Pakistan.

indicanews 29 Jun 2026 12:01 am

India, U.S. Deepen Cooperation in AI, Semiconductors and Critical Minerals

India and the United States are expanding cooperation in semiconductors, artificial intelligence, quantum technologies and critical minerals, with senior officials from both countries saying the partnership is moving beyond policy discussions to concrete projects aimed at building resilient technology supply chains.

indicanews 28 Jun 2026 11:31 pm

Justice Mahavir Singh Sindhu cremated with state honours

The Times of India 28 Jun 2026 11:24 pm

Iranian Supreme Leader calls for US, Israel war crimes probe

Tehran: Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has called for legal action against the United States and Israel over alleged wartime actions, urging authorities to pursue cases in domestic and international courts. In a series of posts on X on Sunday, June 28, Khamenei described the pursuit of justice for alleged crimes committed against Iran during 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 Siasat Daily 28 Jun 2026 9:13 pm

Justice Narasimha to join SC Collegium as Justice Maheshwari retires

Justice Narasimha will officially be a part of the Collegium until he retires on May 2, 2028

The Hindu 28 Jun 2026 8:11 pm

Punjab & Haryana HC judge Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu passes away

Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu, a respected judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, passed away at 59 in Gurugram. Elevated in 2017, he was known for his extensive legal practice and representation of various institutions. His career included significant roles as government counsel and advocate general for both Punjab and Haryana. Justice Sindhu's contributions to the legal framework and commitment to justice were widely acknowledged.

The Economic Times 28 Jun 2026 7:53 pm

Crime Branch registers FIR in Rs 68 lakh fraud at J-K Grameen Bank branches

Jammu, Jun 28: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch on Sunday registered an FIR into an alleged fraud of more than Rs 68 lakh in Jammu and Kashmir Grameen Bank after an internal vigilance inquiry uncovered suspected fake loan accounts, unauthorised transactions and diversion of funds. The case was filed under sections 420 and 120-B of the Indian Penal Code after complaints forwarded by the Crime Headquarters, J-K, through the director, Anti-Corruption Bureau, were received from the chief of audits, inspection and vigilance of the bank, a spokesperson of the Crime Branch Jammu said. During an internal inquiry, the official said it was found that at the Kaluchak branch, 58 loan accounts under 15 joint liability groups (JLGs) and two cash credit limit accounts were allegedly opened and operated fraudulently without the knowledge or consent of the account holders concerned, resulting in a suspected fraud of approximately Rs 42 lakh. It was further revealed that around Rs 12 lakh was allegedly diverted to bank accounts reportedly maintained in the name of deceased senior manager Bhagwan Singh Saini, while the remaining loan amounts were allegedly withdrawn through ATMs. The inquiry also disclosed that a daily wager engaged at the branch had allegedly admitted to utilising loan proceeds of Rs 2 lakh in one JLG account for personal use, following which recovery was affected in two accounts, the spokesperson said. In a separate complaint relating to the Surankote branch, the official said allegations have been made against branch head Rohit Kumar and others regarding unauthorised transactions and debits amounting to Rs 7.37 lakh, besides fraudulent sanction and withdrawal of loans worth about Rs 19 lakh through five fake loan accounts allegedly opened without the knowledge or consent of the borrowers. The accounts were subsequently shown as settled or closed allegedly to reconcile the branchs cash position, the spokesperson said. On the basis of the complaints and the findings of the preliminary verification, which disclosed a prima facie commission of cognisable offences, the police station Crime Branch (EOW) Jammu registered a case against Rohit Kumar and other suspected persons for in-depth investigation. SSP Crime Branch (EOW) Jammu Faisal Qureshi has appealed to the general public to report such cases so that the culprits are brought to justice.

Greater Kashmir 28 Jun 2026 6:09 pm

Ketan Agarwal Murder: Siya-Chetan Googled Killing Methods, Rehearsed Crime Before Lohagad Fort Murder

Police probing the Ketan Agarwal murder case claim the accused researched murder methods online, rehearsed the crime, and deleted digital evidence before allegedly pushing the businessman off Lohagad Fort.

Web Dunia 28 Jun 2026 3:50 pm

Chaudharys Final-Ball Six Caps Stunning Freedom Escape After Hosein Hat-Trick

Washington Freedom pulled off one of the most remarkable victories of the Major League Cricket season, edging Texas Super Kings by one wicket off the final ball in a thrilling chase of 186.

indicanews 28 Jun 2026 1:33 pm

10 Days After Fiance's Murder, Siya Goyal, Chetan Chaudhary Taken To Pune Fort To Recreate Crime Scene

The exercise forms part of the ongoing investigation into the June 18 incident, in which Ketan Agarwal, 26, was allegedly pushed off the fort by Siya Goyal, 20, and her alleged lover, Chetan Chaudhary, 22.

NDTV 28 Jun 2026 12:07 pm

Pune fort murder: Police recreate crime scene with Siya Goyal at Lohagad Fort

Siya was taken to the spot at Lohagad Fort from where she, along with Chetan Chaudhary, allegedly pushed Agarwal to death. Chetan will be taken to the fort separately, says senior official of the Pune rural police

The Hindu 28 Jun 2026 10:46 am

Justice Moksha Khujuria Kazmi visits Baramulla, Sopore Court Complexes

Justice Moksha Khujuria Kazmi, Judge, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh and Administrative Judge for District Baramulla, paid an official visit to the District Court Complex Baramulla and Court Complex Sopore on Saturday to review the functioning of the district judiciary, assess judicial infrastructure, and interact with Judicial Officers and members of the Bar. During her visit to the District Court Complex Baramulla, the Judge inaugurated the newly established Ladies Advocates' Bar Room, created to provide a dedicated workspace for women advocates and further enhance the professional working environment within the court complex. The inauguration was attended by the Principal District & Sessions Judge, Baramulla, Jawad Ahmad; Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Dr. S.F. Hamid; Senior Superintendent of Police Baramulla, Gurinderpal Singh; Judicial Officers, senior officers of the Civil Administration and Police, and members of the Bar Association Baramulla. Interacting with members of the Bar Association Baramulla, the Judge appreciated the vital role of advocates in the justice delivery system and emphasized the importance of continued cooperation and coordination between the Bench and the Bar to ensure the effective administration of justice. The Judge also inspected the functioning of various courts at the District Headquarters and reviewed different aspects of judicial work. During her interaction with Judicial Officers, she encouraged them to continue discharging their duties with sincerity, dedication, and commitment, while stressing the need for timely disposal of cases and ensuring that justice remains accessible, efficient, and responsive to the needs of the people. She also held a meeting with the district administration to discuss matters relating to judicial infrastructure and other requirements of the district judiciary. Deputy Commissioner, Baramulla, assured the Judge that all genuine infrastructure-related issues would be taken up on priority and addressed in a phased manner in coordination with the concerned departments. Later, accompanied by the Principal District & Sessions Judge, the Judge visited the Court Complex Sopore, where she inaugurated the newly established e-Seva Kendra to provide litigants and advocates with improved access to digital court services. During her visit to Sopore, the Judge also inspected the functioning of the courts and interacted with Judicial Officers and members of the Bar Association Sopore. She appreciated their collective efforts in ensuring the effective administration of justice and encouraged all stakeholders to continue working together to strengthen public confidence in the justice delivery system by ensuring efficient, transparent, and timely delivery of justice.

Greater Kashmir 28 Jun 2026 7:29 am

74 hate crimes in India in May: Bengal, Bakrid and beyond

Hyderabad:In early May, West Bengals first Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief Minister made his intentions plain. The Hindu people of Nandigram made me win again. There, the entire Muslim vote went to TMC I will work for the Hindus of Nandigram, Suvendu Adhikari told the media, a statement blunt even by the current standards of 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 Siasat Daily 28 Jun 2026 7:00 am

Indian Navy to Participate in U.S. 250th Anniversary Celebrations as INS Sudarshini Reaches Baltimore

The Indian Navy will participate in celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the United States, with its sail training vessel INS Sudarshini arriving at the Port of Baltimore in Maryland as part of its transoceanic expedition, Lokayan 26.

indicanews 28 Jun 2026 6:27 am

Awareness drives held in West Karbi Anglong on child marriage, cybercrime

HT Correspondent HAMREN, June 27: In an effort to raise awareness about crimes against women and children, the Department of Women and Child Development, West Karbi Anglong, in collaboration with the CHL Sakhi-One Stop Centre (OSC) and Mailoo Police officials, organised two awareness programmes at Lamsakhang under Kheroni on Saturday. The programmes aimed to educate []

thehillstimes 28 Jun 2026 4:50 am

West Bengal Chief Minister Assures Justice and Compensation to Family of Slain BJP Worker

Kolkata, June 28: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari visited the family of BJP worker Prashant Day, who was killed in political violence in the Bagnan area of Howrah district. During the visit, he assured the family of compensation and justice. So far, 10 out of 51 individuals named in the FIR have been arrested. ... Read more West Bengal Chief Minister Assures Justice and Compensation to Family of Slain BJP Worker

Morningstar 28 Jun 2026 3:47 am

Naga Council Appeals to PM Modi for Justice Amid Rising Violence in Manipur

New Delhi, June 28: The United Naga Council (UNC), representing 21 Naga tribes in Manipur, has urgently appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the central government to intervene in the deteriorating security situation, particularly in Naga-dominated areas. On Saturday, the UNC, along with the Naga Womens Association and the All Naga Students Association, submitted ... Read more Naga Council Appeals to PM Modi for Justice Amid Rising Violence in Manipur

Morningstar 28 Jun 2026 1:37 am

Many join candlelight march at Lodha Belmondo, demand justice for Ketan Agarwal

Men, women and children walked through the township carrying candles and placards reading Justice for Ketan. Participants also raised slogans demanding a fair, transparent and speedy investigation while calling for stringent legal action against those accused in the case

Mid Day 27 Jun 2026 10:08 pm

Whose story is it anyway? Amazon Prime's Raakh revisits a crime and its unsettling truths

A new Hindi series, Raakh, revisits the chilling 1978 Geeta and Sanjay Chopra murders, fictionalizing the events with new characters. While drawing inspiration from real-life tragedy, the show delves into the psychology of brutality and the complexities of justice. It highlights the investigator's struggle and the societal implications of whose stories get told, offering a gripping portrayal of evil and its random impact.

The Economic Times 27 Jun 2026 9:25 pm

When The Judge Becomes The Accused

By Inderjit Badhwar Courts are expected to be the last refuge of reason in a democracy. They function not on popularity, but on constitutional principle, not on applause, but on evidence and law. Yet, in todays digital age, a troubling inversion is taking place. Increasingly, judges themselves are being subjected to public trials on social [] The post When The Judge Becomes The Accused appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 27 Jun 2026 5:45 pm

The State of the Matter

A bomb blast in a train killed people. Instead of standing by the victims, the State fought compensation demands on narrow legal grounds. This raises serious questions on the moral stance of a government of a welfare state The post The State of the Matter appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 27 Jun 2026 5:02 pm

Justice for Tamanna: West Bengal CM Swapan Debnath Vows Action

New Delhi, June 27: West Bengal Chief Minister Swapan Debnath has emphasized that delivering justice for Tamanna Khatun, a minor girl murdered during political violence, is a top priority. He assured the public that the government is committed to fulfilling this promise. In a post on the social media platform X, Debnath reiterated that justice ... Read more Justice for Tamanna: West Bengal CM Swapan Debnath Vows Action

Morningstar 27 Jun 2026 4:57 pm

Litigation Must End

The new ruling says that negligence, oversight, or inadvertence can no longer be invoked to revive issues that should have been raised earlier, thus reinforcing a doctrine that safeguards both judicial efficiency and legal finality The post Litigation Must End appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 27 Jun 2026 4:10 pm

Judges Under Siege

Delhi High Court orders swift takedown of fake reports targeting chief justice of India, but the larger challenge of misinformation and online vilification remains unresolved The post Judges Under Siege appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 27 Jun 2026 4:05 pm

OpenAI Limits Initial Rollout of GPT-5.6 Models Following U.S. Government Request

OpenAI announced on Friday, June 26, that its new GPT-5.6 family of artificial intelligence models will initially be released only to a limited group of trusted partners after the company agreed to a U.S. government request to restrict the rollout while federal authorities develop a framework for evaluating advanced AI systems.

indicanews 27 Jun 2026 2:41 pm

Pretorius, Couch Lead San Francisco Unicorns to Thrilling Two-Wicket Win Over Seattle Orcas

The San Francisco Unicorns pulled off one of the most dramatic victories of the 2026 Major League Cricket season, defeating the Seattle Orcas by two wickets after chasing down 192 with two balls to spare at the Oakland Coliseum on Friday, June 26. Lhuan-dre Pretorius starred with a blistering 87 off 39 balls before Brody Couch's unbeaten late cameo guided the Unicorns over the line in a thrilling finish.

indicanews 27 Jun 2026 2:23 pm

Indian-Origin Bhanu Sadasivan Appointed to Santa Clara County Superior Court by Newsom

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has appointed Indian origin attorney Bhanu Sadasivan to serve as a judge on the Santa Clara County Superior Court.

indicanews 27 Jun 2026 1:34 pm

The Renaissance Man of Law: A review of Professor Amita Dhandas biography of Justice M.N. Rao

Professor Amita Dhandas biography of Justice M.N. Rao traces his many careers and the judicial spine that held them together.

theleaflet 27 Jun 2026 1:33 pm

Ashok Gehlot questions elusive justice in Kanhaiya Lal murder case, says BJP used issue for elections

The Congress leader stated that despite the NIA investigating and a special court hearing the case, there has been no significant progress under BJP governments at the Centre and State

The Hindu 27 Jun 2026 1:01 pm

'BJP used Kanhaiya Lal murder for votes': Ashok Gehlot says justice still elusive four years later

Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot criticizes the BJP, alleging justice is delayed in the Kanhaiya Lal murder case despite a four-year lapse. He claims only 21 of 180 witnesses have testified, suggesting deliberate stalling for electoral advantage. Gehlot points out the absence of the issue in Prime Minister Modi's recent Rajasthan visits, urging voters to recognize the BJP's alleged political maneuvering over genuine justice for the victim's family.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 12:59 pm

6 women among 15 lawyers designated as Senior Advocates in J&K and Ladakh High Court

The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has designated 15 advocates, including six women, as Senior Advocates, in exercise of its powers under Section 16(2) of the Advocates Act, 1961, recognising their standing at the Bar, professional experience, legal acumen and contribution to the administration of justice. The designation has been made in [] The post 6 women among 15 lawyers designated as Senior Advocates in J&K and Ladakh High Court appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 27 Jun 2026 12:48 pm