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Crime Branch seizes Rs 1.5 crore worth of liquid gold, arrests two

NT Reporter Panaji In a major anti-smuggling operation, the Goa Crime Branch foiled an alleged gold smuggling attempt and arrested two men from Kerala after recovering around 1.300 kg of liquid gold, valued at approximately Rs 1.5 crore,concealed in specially stitched cavities intheir undergarments. The accused Hassan Niyaz (35) and Muhammed Khunhi (57), both from []

The Navhind Times 19 Jul 2026 12:57 am

Mines and Geology Department recommends referring Ballari mining representations to Justice Dhulia committee

Mines and Geology Department says it is not the competent authority to decide the issues raised in the representation

The Hindu 19 Jul 2026 12:18 am

SP Spokesperson Criticizes BJPs Distraction Tactics, Promises Justice for Azam Khan

Lucknow, July 19: Amik Jamei, the national spokesperson for the Samajwadi Party (SP), targeted the BJP and the Uttar Pradesh government on various political and contemporary issues during a press conference on Saturday. He addressed topics such as the Maulana Jargees Ansari controversy, the case of Azam Khan, statements from OP Rajbhar, comments from Chief ... Read more SP Spokesperson Criticizes BJPs Distraction Tactics, Promises Justice for Azam Khan

Morningstar 19 Jul 2026 12:02 am

CM Bhajanlal Sharma Reviews Rajasthan Cyber Crime Control Centre, Directs Strict Action Against Cyber Fraudsters

Jaipur, July 18: Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Saturday inspected the Rajasthan Cyber Crime Control Centre (R4C) and the 1930 Cyber Crime Helpline operating under it at the Police Headquarters. During the visit, he reviewed the states efforts to curb cyber crime and directed officials to intensify action against cyber criminals. The Chief Minister held ... Read more CM Bhajanlal Sharma Reviews Rajasthan Cyber Crime Control Centre, Directs Strict Action Against Cyber Fraudsters

Udaipur Kiran 18 Jul 2026 8:56 pm

PSC hands over documents to Crime Branch

The Hindu 18 Jul 2026 8:49 pm

Men With HIV More Than Twice As Likely To Have Premature Ejaculation: Study

Men living with HIV are more than twice as likely to experience premature ejaculation (PE) as those without the infection, and depression appears to play an important role, according to a new study.

indicanews 18 Jul 2026 8:00 pm

Indian Support For U.S. Drops As Views Of Trump Worsen: Survey

Public opinion in India has turned less favorable toward the United States over the past year, with support slipping amid President Donald Trump's policies and rhetoric, according to a new international survey by the Pew Research Center.

indicanews 18 Jul 2026 7:46 pm

U.S. Indictment Reveals Punjab Gangs Global Recruitment Network

A criminal network that started in Punjab allegedly built a global presence by recruiting vulnerable young people with promises of money, status and a chance to settle abroad, according to a U.S. federal indictment that offers a detailed look into how the group expanded across several continents.

indicanews 18 Jul 2026 7:40 pm

No legal bar to Belagavi resolution: Justice Nagamohan

The Times of India 18 Jul 2026 7:33 pm

US Attorney says DOJ Official alone decided to drop Gautam Adani prosecution; denies contradictory role

United States Attorney Joseph Nocella Junior has submitted before a federal court that his involvement in the criminal case against Indian industrialist Gautam Adani did not contradict the US Department of Justices assertion that Principal Associate Deputy Attorney General (PADAG) Trent McCotter was the sole decision-maker behind the move to seek dismissal of the indictment. [] The post US Attorney says DOJ Official alone decided to drop Gautam Adani prosecution; denies contradictory role appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 18 Jul 2026 6:52 pm

Delhi High Court suspends district judges pending disciplinary proceedings

The Delhi High Court has suspended two members of the Delhi Higher Judicial Service pending disciplinary proceedings over separate allegations of misconduct. While the suspension order for District Judge Vinay Singhal, serving at the Tis Hazari Courts, was passed on July 10, District Judge Veena Rani, posted at the Saket Courts, was suspended on July [] The post Delhi High Court suspends district judges pending disciplinary proceedings appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 18 Jul 2026 6:38 pm

Supreme Court orders nationwide court washroom audit, suggests increase in excise tax to fund facilities

The Supreme Court has directed a nationwide, time-bound fact-finding exercise on the availability of washroom facilities in High Courts, district courts and taluka courts, while issuing strict timelines to States and Union Territories to ensure the provision of basic sanitation infrastructure. The Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and [] The post Supreme Court orders nationwide court washroom audit, suggests increase in excise tax to fund facilities appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 18 Jul 2026 6:00 pm

The Quiet Weight of Judging

By Inderjit Badhwar Every Supreme Court judge leaves behind a body of judgments. Far fewer leave behind a window into the philosophy that shaped them. That is what makes this conversation with Justice JK Maheshwari especially valuable. Judicial interviews often become exercises in diplomatic restraint, revealing little beyond carefully chosen legal formulations. Justice Maheshwari, while [] The post The Quiet Weight of Judging appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 18 Jul 2026 4:27 pm

The Republic At A Crossroads

As America marks 250 years of independence, a growing number of citizens fear the nation is confronting not merely a polarizing presidency, but a profound test of its constitutional order, democratic institutions, and global credibility The post The Republic At A Crossroads appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 18 Jul 2026 3:56 pm

Trinamool, And The Shades Of Grey

Mamata Banerjees Trinamool Congress has split, with those who have already fed for years now giving way to the still hungry ones. The politics of greed remains intact in the state The post Trinamool, And The Shades Of Grey appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 18 Jul 2026 3:52 pm

Justice Without Borders

As the International Criminal Court marks more than two decades since the Rome Statute came into force, its greatest achievement lies not merely in prosecuting war criminals, but in establishing the revolutionary principle that no individualnot even a head of stateis beyond the reach of international law The post Justice Without Borders appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 18 Jul 2026 3:47 pm

E20: A Good Policy, A Bad Rollout?

Indias ambitious ethanol-blended fuel programme promises lower oil imports, cleaner air and higher farm incomes. But the hurried nationwide rollout of E20 has sparked a backlash from motorists who say they were left with fewer choices, unanswered questions and growing concerns over vehicle performance. The debate is no longer just about fuelit is about trust, transparency and the way public policy is implemented The post E20: A Good Policy, A Bad Rollout? appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 18 Jul 2026 3:43 pm

Beyond the Breaking Point

India cannot continue treating these deaths as isolated tragedies. Preventing them requires an education system that values mental well-being as much as academic excellence, and compassion as much as compliance The post Beyond the Breaking Point appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 18 Jul 2026 3:39 pm

The Constitutional Axle And The Laxman Rekha

Why the future of law, technology and civilization depends not merely on constitutional governance, but on the restoration of conscience as humanitys highest constitutional principle The post The Constitutional Axle And The Laxman Rekha appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 18 Jul 2026 3:33 pm

When Love Turns Lethal

A string of sensational murder cases involving women accused of plotting the deaths of husbands or fiancs has shocked the country. Beyond the lurid headlines lies a deeper story of changing gender roles, personal autonomy, coercive marriages, and the criminal justice systems struggle to separate fact from sensationalism The post When Love Turns Lethal appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 18 Jul 2026 3:26 pm

The Childhood We Are Losing

The haunting resurfacing of a Jaipur schoolgirls final moments has reignited a difficult national conversation. As childhood increasingly unfolds in an unregulated digital world, India must decide whether to continue reacting to tragediesor finally build a legal framework that protects its youngest citizens The post The Childhood We Are Losing appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 18 Jul 2026 3:20 pm

Petition filed in Supreme Court seeks urgent intervention of CJI Surya Kant to protect Sonam Wangchuk, Jantar Mantar protesters

A letter petition has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking urgent judicial intervention to safeguard the fundamental rights of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and other protesters at Jantar Mantar, following Wangchuks removal from the protest site and admission to Safdarjung Hospital. Filed by Advocate Narendra Mishra on July 18, the PIL invoked Articles 14, [] The post Petition filed in Supreme Court seeks urgent intervention of CJI Surya Kant to protect Sonam Wangchuk, Jantar Mantar protesters appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 18 Jul 2026 3:00 pm

CM Yogi Adityanath Meets Family of Deceased Dalit Student Lalita Gautam, Promises Justice

Ghaziabad, July 18: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met with the family of the late Dalit student Lalita Gautam on Saturday at the PWD Guest House in Ghaziabad. He expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident. During the meeting, the Chief Minister assured the grieving family that strict legal action would be taken against ... Read more CM Yogi Adityanath Meets Family of Deceased Dalit Student Lalita Gautam, Promises Justice

Morningstar 18 Jul 2026 1:02 pm

The Satluj Ban: Was The CBFC Right?

A huge controversy has erupted in India and gone viral over the banning of the film Satluj.

indicanews 18 Jul 2026 11:04 am

Cricket Legend Sir Garfield Sobers Dies At 89

Cricket lost one of its greatest legends with the death of Sir Garfield Sobers, whose extraordinary all-round abilities changed the game forever. The former West Indies captain died at the age of 89 on Friday, July 17, ending a remarkable career that made him one of the most celebrated cricketers in history.

indicanews 18 Jul 2026 9:04 am

Explosions Reported Across Iran As U.S. Continues Airstrikes

Fresh explosions were reported across several parts of Iran on Friday, July 17, as the United States stepped up its military campaign, launching a seventh straight night of strikes targeting Iranian military infrastructure.

indicanews 18 Jul 2026 8:53 am

Sheikh Junaid Mehmood appointed as CEO J&K Cyber Crime Coordination Centre

Srinagar, Jul 17:In an administrative move aimed at bolstering the Jammu and Kashmir Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C), the Union Territory government on Friday ordered the transfer and posting of several senior police officers. The reshuffle is expected to enhance the specialised wings dealing with rising cyber threats, including online fraud, cyber operations, and crimes against women and children. Sheikh Junaid Mehmood, IPS, who was serving as Inspector General of Police (I/c IGP), has been transferred and posted as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Jammu and Kashmir Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C). This elevation places him at the helm of the specialised centre. Sameer Sharma, IPS, presently Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Armed Jammu, has been transferred and posted as Deputy Inspector General (DIG), JK Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C). Mohd Yaseen Kichloo, IPS, who was serving as Principal, STC Talwara, has been transferred and posted as Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Administration Wing, JK Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C). He has also been given the additional charge of SSP, Cyber Operations Wing, JK4C. Ramnish Gupta, who was serving as SSP, CICE Jammu, has been transferred and posted as Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Cyber Investigation Wing, JK Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C).Shwetambri Sharma, SP, who was awaiting orders of posting, has been appointed as Superintendent of Police (SP), Online Crime Against Women and Children (OCWC) Wing, JK Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C). The Home Department has directed that the salaries of the transferred officers shall continue to be drawn against their existing reserve posts until further orders. All concerned officers have been deemed relieved with immediate effect to enable them to assume their new assignments without delay. This major reshuffle comes at a time when cyber crimes in J&K, like the rest of the country, have witnessed a sharp rise. Cases involving financial frauds, online harassment, sextortion, and crimes targeting women and children have increased significantly, prompting the strengthening of dedicated infrastructure and leadership at JK4C. The appointments bring together experienced IPS and police officers with diverse backgrounds in administration, training, investigation, and specialised operations.

Greater Kashmir 18 Jul 2026 5:42 am

Government establishes JK4C to combat cyber crimes across J&K

: Srinagar, Jul 17: In a significant step towards strengthening the cyber security architecture and enhancing the capacity to combat cybercrime in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, sanction has been accorded for the establishment of the Jammu & Kashmir Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C) as an independent organization under the overall superintendence and control of the Director General of Police, J&K. As per an official statement, the newly established JK4C will serve as the nodal cybercrime coordination agency for the Union Territory and will be responsible for coordinating, preventing, detecting and investigating cybercrimes across Jammu and Kashmir. The Centre will function in close alignment with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, ensuring seamless coordination with the national cybercrime framework. According to order issued by home department, the JK4C will be headed by an officer of the rank of Inspector General of Police (IGP), who will function as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Centre. As part of the restructuring, the subject of cybercrime has been detached from the Crime Wing of J&K Police and will henceforth be exclusively handled by the JK4C. The Government has further ordered that the existing two Zonal Cyber Crime Investigation Centres of Excellence (CICEs) and 23 District Cyber Police Stations shall become integral components of the JK4C, thereby creating a unified and coordinated institutional mechanism for tackling cybercrime across the Union Territory. The order also stipulates that the proposal for creation of various posts required for the functioning of the JK4C shall be processed separately in accordance with the prescribed procedure after completion of all requisite formalities. Pending the creation and regular filling of sanctioned posts, the Police Headquarters, J&K, has been directed to deploy the required number of police personnel of the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) and below from the existing police strength to ensure the Centre becomes operational without delay. The Government has also approved the organizational structure, tentative staff strength, operational framework, workflow of various verticals, and the functions and responsibilities of different divisions and units of the JK4C, as detailed in the annexure accompanying the Government Order. The establishment of the JK4C is expected to significantly enhance the Union Territorys preparedness to address emerging cyber threats, improve inter-agency coordination, strengthen cybercrime investigations, and provide a more robust institutional framework for safeguarding citizens against cyber-enabled offences.

Greater Kashmir 18 Jul 2026 5:40 am

Islamic Law Requires Justice for Polygamy, Says Maulana Chaudhary Ifrahim Hussain

Aligarh, July 18: Maulana Chaudhary Ifrahim Hussain, the royal chief mufti, welcomed the recent statement by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav regarding the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and polygamy. He emphasized that Islam does not permit injustice, deceit, or harm to anyone. If a person cannot ensure equal justice among all their wives, they ... Read more Islamic Law Requires Justice for Polygamy, Says Maulana Chaudhary Ifrahim Hussain

Morningstar 18 Jul 2026 3:42 am

Govt Establishes JK4C To Combat Cyber Crimes Across J&K

SRINAGAR: In a significant step towards strengthening the cyber security architecture and enhancing the capacity to combat cybercrime in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, sanction has been accorded for the establishment of the Jammu & Kashmir Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C) as an independent organization under the overall superintendence and control of the []

KashmirLife 17 Jul 2026 10:54 pm

Bihar Reviews Cyber Crime Prevention Strategies

Patna, July 17: A high-level review meeting was held in Bihar under the joint chairmanship of the Chief Secretary and the Director General of Police (DGP) to effectively prevent cyber crimes, ensure prompt action, and raise widespread awareness about cyber security among the public. The meeting was attended via video conferencing by all district magistrates, ... Read more Bihar Reviews Cyber Crime Prevention Strategies

Udaipur Kiran 17 Jul 2026 9:59 pm

J&K Govt Reshuffles Top Officers in Cyber Crime Wing

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday ordered a reshuffle of senior police officers in the Jammu and Kashmir Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C), transferring and posting five officers with immediate effect in what appears to be an effort to strengthen the Union Territorys cyber crime investigation and enforcement setup. According to Government Order []

KashmirLife 17 Jul 2026 9:54 pm

Perineural Invasion Linked To Poorer Survival In Bile Duct Cancer

A large review of published research has found that about one in three patients who undergo surgery for intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ICC), a rare and aggressive form of bile duct cancer, have perineural invasion (PNI), a feature linked to poorer survival and more aggressive disease.

indicanews 17 Jul 2026 7:06 pm

Security cover of Harbhajan Singh withdrawn after routine threat review, not linked to AAP exit: Punjab govt tells High Court

The Punjab government has informed the Punjab and Haryana High Court that the decision to withdraw the Punjab Police security cover provided to Rajya Sabha MP and former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh was taken pursuant to a periodic threat perception assessment conducted by the State Security Review Committee and was not linked to his resignation [] The post Security cover of Harbhajan Singh withdrawn after routine threat review, not linked to AAP exit: Punjab govt tells High Court appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 Jul 2026 6:50 pm

Justice Mohana says returning to Supreme Court ladies bar feels like coming back to her paternal home

Newly-appointed Supreme Court Judge Justice V. Mohana on Thursday described her return to the Supreme Court as coming back to my maika (parental home) while addressing a felicitation ceremony organised by the Supreme Court Ladies Bar Association (SCLBA) to mark her elevation to the countrys highest court. Addressing an audience comprising the Chief Justice of [] The post Justice Mohana says returning to Supreme Court ladies bar feels like coming back to her paternal home appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 Jul 2026 5:47 pm

Washington Freedom Edge Unicorns, Set Up MLC 2026 Final Against LAKR

Washington Freedom held off a stunning fightback from the San Francisco Unicorns to seal a thrilling seven-run victory in the Major League Cricket 2026 Challenger and book a place in the final against the Los Angeles Knight Riders.

indicanews 17 Jul 2026 5:25 pm

Deletion from electoral rolls does not amount to loss of citizenship: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court on Friday orally reiterated that deletion of a persons name from the electoral roll during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise did not result in the loss of Indian citizenship, stressing that powers of the Election Commission of India (ECI) were confined to maintaining electoral rolls and did not extend to determining [] The post Deletion from electoral rolls does not amount to loss of citizenship: Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 Jul 2026 5:18 pm

125 Nations Observe July 17 As World Day for International Justice

The ICC was established to accelerate judicial efforts to end impunity to global crimes including genocides, war crimes and other crimes against humanity

Deccan Chronicle 17 Jul 2026 4:20 pm

Centre moves Supreme Court against Delhi High Court verdict quashing overseas Passport and Visa services tender

The Central government has approached the Supreme Court challenging the Delhi High Courts judgment setting aside the award of tenders for outsourcing Consular, Passport and Visa (CPV) services at Indian Missions in Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Singapore and Canberra. The matter was mentioned on Friday before a Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and [] The post Centre moves Supreme Court against Delhi High Court verdict quashing overseas Passport and Visa services tender appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 Jul 2026 3:24 pm

Supreme Court asks Rajasthan to reassess Asaram Bapus health before deciding Interim bail plea

The Supreme Court on Friday directed the Rajasthan government to examine the latest medical condition of self-styled godman and rape convict Asaram Bapu and determine whether his health warrants the grant of interim bail while his appeal against conviction remains pending. A Bench of Justice M.M. Sundresh and Justice P.B. Varale was hearing Asarams appeal [] The post Supreme Court asks Rajasthan to reassess Asaram Bapus health before deciding Interim bail plea appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 Jul 2026 2:53 pm

Kerala Government challenges High Courts interim curbs on State Waqf Board before Supreme Court

The Kerala Government has approached the Supreme Court against a recent order of the Kerala High Court that restrained the Kerala State Waqf Board from taking major policy and administrative decisions until the legality of its constitution is adjudicated. The appeal assails the High Courts interim direction, which prohibits the Board from making significant policy [] The post Kerala Government challenges High Courts interim curbs on State Waqf Board before Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 Jul 2026 1:15 pm

Supreme Court seeks responses on SCBA plea for Nationwide institutional reforms to support women advocates

The Supreme Court on Friday issued notice on a writ petition filed by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) seeking comprehensive institutional reforms aimed at improving the professional environment and career progression of women advocates across the country. A Bench of the apex court sought responses from the Union Government, the Bar Council of India [] The post Supreme Court seeks responses on SCBA plea for Nationwide institutional reforms to support women advocates appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 Jul 2026 1:05 pm

Supreme Court agrees to hear Somnath Bhartis challenge to Satish Upadhyays 2025 Delhi assembly election victory

The Supreme Court admitted an appeal filed by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and former Delhi Minister Somnath Bharti challenging the election of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Satish Upadhyay from the Malviya Nagar Assembly constituency in the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections. A Bench comprising Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta granted leave to [] The post Supreme Court agrees to hear Somnath Bhartis challenge to Satish Upadhyays 2025 Delhi assembly election victory appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 Jul 2026 12:48 pm

Supreme Court orders attempt to murder charge against accused in assault on advocate, transfers probe to crime branch

The Supreme Court has directed the Delhi Police to invoke the offence of attempt to murder against the accused in the alleged assault on advocate Pankaj Sharma, a lawyer practising before the apex court, while expressing serious dissatisfaction with the manner in which the investigation was initially conducted. A Bench of the Court observed that [] The post Supreme Court orders attempt to murder charge against accused in assault on advocate, transfers probe to crime branch appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 Jul 2026 12:44 pm

Supreme Court to examine whether Municipalities can be extended to Scheduled areas without enabling law

The Supreme Court considered a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) raising concerns over the expansion of urban local bodies into Scheduled Areas without a dedicated legal framework envisioned under the Constitution. The petition contends that the constitutional exclusion of Scheduled Areas from the operation of Part IX-A, which governs municipalities, cannot be diluted by the establishment [] The post Supreme Court to examine whether Municipalities can be extended to Scheduled areas without enabling law appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 Jul 2026 12:37 pm

Delhi High Court issues notice to Police on Sharjeel Imams bail appeal in riots conspiracy case

The Delhi High Court on Friday called for the Delhi Polices response to a bail application filed by former Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) scholar Sharjeel Imam in the larger conspiracy case arising out of the 2020 North-East Delhi riots. A Division Bench issued notice on Imams plea challenging the trial courts refusal to grant him [] The post Delhi High Court issues notice to Police on Sharjeel Imams bail appeal in riots conspiracy case appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 Jul 2026 12:29 pm

Leaders Emphasize Fair Justice as Foundation of a Strong Nation on International Justice Day

New Delhi, July 17: On the occasion of International Justice Day, leaders from various states across the country extended their greetings via social media, reaffirming their commitment to justice, equality, and constitutional values. They emphasized that a robust democracy is built on a fair and accessible justice system, ensuring that every citizen receives justice without ... Read more Leaders Emphasize Fair Justice as Foundation of a Strong Nation on International Justice Day

Morningstar 17 Jul 2026 10:53 am

Delhi High Court urges Legislative framework to regulate irresponsible journalism in Digital Media

The Delhi High Court has observed that while freedom of the press remains a foundational pillar of a democratic society, it cannot be invoked to justify irresponsible journalism, intimidation, or the dissemination of content capable of disturbing public order. The Court emphasised the need for the legislature to consider an appropriate regulatory framework for the [] The post Delhi High Court urges Legislative framework to regulate irresponsible journalism in Digital Media appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 Jul 2026 10:11 am

FIFA To Award Championship Rings To World Cup 2026 Winners

The winners of the FIFA World Cup 2026 will make history by receiving championship rings alongside the traditional trophy and gold medals, marking the first time FIFA has introduced the award at one of its competitions, an official news release stated on Thursday, July 16.

indicanews 17 Jul 2026 9:18 am

Trump Admin Overhauls Foreign Student Visa Rules

The Trump administration has announced sweeping changes to the way international students and exchange visitors stay in the United States, ending a long-standing policy that allowed many of them to remain in the country without a fixed departure date.

indicanews 17 Jul 2026 9:00 am

President Trump Plans Crackdown On Undocumented Truck Drivers

President Donald Trump has announced plans to remove undocumented immigrants working as commercial truck drivers and replace them with military veterans, saying the proposed move is aimed at improving road safety while creating more jobs for former service members.

indicanews 17 Jul 2026 8:51 am

Unite to fight terror, organised crime, Ajit Doval urges Bimstec

NSA Ajit Doval chaired the Bimstec national security chiefs meeting in New Delhi. The grouping discussed practical solutions to combat terrorism and organized crime. Security chiefs also endorsed principles for maritime law enforcement interactions at sea. Doval stressed closer regional cooperation to tackle evolving security challenges effectively. Bimstec unites dynamic regions with significant global population and economic influence.

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 4:14 am

Female Supreme Court Justices Formally Request Protection From Brett Kavanaugh

WASHINGTONAcknowledging that the danger would be difficult to manage and impossible to eliminate altogether, theSupreme Courts female justices nevertheless appeared before Congress this week to ask for protection from fellow justice Brett Kavanaugh. We understand that our safety cannot be guaranteed, but we are in a uniquely vulnerable position and have the right to carry [] The post Female Supreme Court Justices Formally Request Protection From Brett Kavanaugh appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 17 Jul 2026 2:05 am

Telangana Tops India in Cybercrime FIR Registrations With 44% Share

According to authorities, Telangana registered 21,639 cybercrime FIRs out of 49,620 FIRs recorded across the country, placing the state at the top nationally.

Deccan Chronicle 17 Jul 2026 12:35 am

Ajit Doval chairs BIMSTEC NSA meeting on terrorism, cyber security and organised crime in Bay of Bengal

BIMSTEC National Security Advisers convened to address crucial topics, including the fight against terrorism and organized crime. The agenda extended to cybersecurity, maritime concerns, and energy security, reflecting on their regional implications. Key discussions also highlighted the importance of connectivity improvements and disaster management. Ajit Doval underscored the importance of collective action for sustaining peace, aiming to reinforce collaboration in critical security sectors.

The Economic Times 17 Jul 2026 12:34 am

Cybercrime accounts for one in four major crime FIRs in Telangana

Of the 49,620 cybercrime FIRs registered across the country in 2025, 21,639 were registered in Telangana, accounting for 44% of the national total and placing the State at the top nationally

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 7:55 pm

Bulldozer justice: Supreme Court declines to entertain contempt petitions

The apex court declined to hear contempt petitions alleging violations of its 2024 demolition guidelines, directing aggrieved parties to approach the high courts concerned. It continued interim protection, asked high courts to examine factual disputes, and decide the matters preferably in 4 months

Mid Day 16 Jul 2026 6:19 pm

Supreme Court shifts contempt pleas on bulldozer justice to High Courts

Each one of the contempt petitions involves disputed facts which would require separate and in-depth enquiries, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant says

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 6:00 pm

Father Sexually Assaulting Daughter is Most Heinous Crime: HC

Bombay HC upholds conviction of father who raped and impregnated his 12-year-old daughter

Deccan Chronicle 16 Jul 2026 5:54 pm

Legal Education and Psychological Counselling Essential to Prevent Heinous Crimes by Juveniles, Says Experts

Meaningful Legal Discussion Held at Pacific Law College Udaipur, July 16: Pacific School of Law, Pacific University, organised a group discussion on the topic, Should juveniles accused of heinous crimes be tried as adults? Faculty members of the law school presented arguments both in favour of and against the issue during the discussion. Addressing the ... Read more Legal Education and Psychological Counselling Essential to Prevent Heinous Crimes by Juveniles, Says Experts

Udaipur Kiran 16 Jul 2026 5:02 pm

Delhi High Court bars UGC from applying new Clinical Psychology framework to existing students

The Delhi High Court has held that the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) cannot retrospectively apply the new regulatory framework governing Clinical Psychology courses to students who had already enrolled under the earlier academic system with the legitimate expectation of pursuing an M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology and obtaining RCI [] The post Delhi High Court bars UGC from applying new Clinical Psychology framework to existing students appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 Jul 2026 4:43 pm

Bulldozer justice: Supreme Court transfers pleas alleging violation of 2024 verdict to High Courts

The Supreme Court on Thursday transferred a batch of contempt petitions alleging violations of its landmark November 2024 judgment against bulldozer justice to the respective jurisdictional High Courts, holding that disputes over compliance with its demolition guidelines involve disputed questions of fact that are best examined by constitutional courts at the State level. The Bench [] The post Bulldozer justice: Supreme Court transfers pleas alleging violation of 2024 verdict to High Courts appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 Jul 2026 4:16 pm

Romanch Mahajans Father Appeals For Horse Carriage Ban In NYC

The father of Indian teenager Romanch Mahajan, who died in a horse carriage accident in New York City's Central Park last month, has made an emotional appeal to the New York City Council to ban horse-drawn carriages, saying the tragedy could have been prevented.

indicanews 16 Jul 2026 4:09 pm

Advocate assault case: Supreme Court raps Delhi Police for not invoking attempt to murder charge; transfers probe to Delhi Crime Branch

The Supreme Court on Thursday strongly criticised the Delhi Police for failing to invoke the offence of attempt to murder in an FIR registered over the alleged assault on Supreme Court Advocate Pankaj Sharma and directed that the investigation be transferred from the local police to the Delhi Crime Branch. The Bench of Chief Justice [] The post Advocate assault case: Supreme Court raps Delhi Police for not invoking attempt to murder charge; transfers probe to Delhi Crime Branch appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 Jul 2026 1:56 pm

No evidence against Ashish and Ajay Mishra in Lakhimpur Kheri witness intimidation case, UP Police tells Supreme Court

The Uttar Pradesh Police on Thursday informed the Supreme Court that its investigation had found no evidence to suggest that Ashish Mishra or his father, former Union Minister Ajay Mishra, was involved in the alleged intimidation of witnesses in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case. The submission was made before the Bench of Chief Justice [] The post No evidence against Ashish and Ajay Mishra in Lakhimpur Kheri witness intimidation case, UP Police tells Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 Jul 2026 1:10 pm

Delhi Riots 2020: Court restores two weekly video calls with family for Umar Khalid

A Delhi court has restored the facility of two weekly e-mulakats (video meetings) for activist Umar Khalid, arrested under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, in the larger conspiracy case relating to the 2020 North-East Delhi riots. Additional Sessions Judge Sameer Bajpai of the Karkardooma Court allowed Khalids application seeking restoration of the second weekly [] The post Delhi Riots 2020: Court restores two weekly video calls with family for Umar Khalid appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 Jul 2026 1:02 pm

Delhi High Court orders daily medical monitoring of Sonam Wangchuk during hunger strike

The Delhi High Court on Thursday directed the Union Government and the Delhi Government to ensure that climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar since June 28, is subjected to daily clinical and medical monitoring by government doctors. The Division Bench of Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya [] The post Delhi High Court orders daily medical monitoring of Sonam Wangchuk during hunger strike appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 Jul 2026 12:50 pm

Supreme Court directs States, UTs to frame uniform policy for early release of elderly and terminally ill prisoners

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed all States and Union Territories to formulate and notify, within three months, a comprehensive policy for the early, premature or compassionate release of prisoners who are of advanced age or are terminally ill, holding that such inmates are entitled to a humane, transparent and time-bound mechanism for consideration of [] The post Supreme Court directs States, UTs to frame uniform policy for early release of elderly and terminally ill prisoners appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 Jul 2026 12:34 pm

Supreme Court rejects plea seeking public access to source code of its case management system software

The Supreme Court has refused to entertain a public interest litigation seeking public access to the source code of the Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) used in the Courts Case Management System (CMS), observing that concerns relating to cyber security, privacy and the integrity of the judicial administration outweigh the relief sought by the [] The post Supreme Court rejects plea seeking public access to source code of its case management system software appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 Jul 2026 12:00 pm

MLC 2026: Gous, Smith Stun MINY After 266-Run Carnage

Records tumbled as Andries Gous and Steve Smith stitched together a 241 run partnership and made a 267-run chase in a T20 game look simple at the Oakland Coliseum against MI New York in the eliminator of the 2026 Major League Cricket (MLC) on Wednesday night, July 15.

indicanews 16 Jul 2026 11:52 am

Supreme Court acquits 3 in 1977 UP murder case over lack of evidence

Nearly five decades after a murder in Uttar Pradesh and 45 years after six men were convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment, the Supreme Court has acquitted the three surviving accused, holding that the prosecution failed to establish their guilt beyond reasonable doubt. The Bench of Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta on Wednesday [] The post Supreme Court acquits 3 in 1977 UP murder case over lack of evidence appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 Jul 2026 11:27 am

LA Knight Riders Beat Unicorns By 7 Runs To Reach MLC 2026 Final

The Los Angeles Knight Riders held their nerve to edge the San Francisco Unicorns by seven runs in a thrilling Major League Cricket 2026 playoff at the Oakland Coliseum on Wednesday, July 15, securing a place in the tournament final after surviving a remarkable fightback led by Matthew Short.

indicanews 16 Jul 2026 11:16 am

India-linked organized crime gangs pose global challenge

The Bishnoi case shows how India-based transnational organized crime networks have evolved into a global law enforcement concern.

Web Dunia 16 Jul 2026 10:28 am

Indian Mother, 24, Stabbed To Death At UK Home, Family Calls It 'Hate Crime'

Kaur's family has alleged that the assailant entered her bedroom and attacked her with a sharp-edged weapon in what they believed was a racist attack.

NDTV 16 Jul 2026 10:18 am

Former CJI DY Chandrachud calls press freedom fundamental to democracy

Former Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud has underscored the constitutional significance of press freedom, stating that an independent and free media is indispensable to a democratic society and that the right to question forms the foundation of the rule of law and constitutional governance. Speaking at the inauguration of a new studio of [] The post Former CJI DY Chandrachud calls press freedom fundamental to democracy appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 Jul 2026 10:16 am

Puri Hosts Jagannath Rath Yatra Under Heavy Rain And Tight Vigil

Puri is set to witness one of India's biggest religious gatherings on Thursday, July 16, as nearly 200,000 devotees have already arrived in the Odisha temple town for the annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath, despite heavy rain and forecasts of more bad weather.

indicanews 16 Jul 2026 10:04 am

Indian Man Stabbed 15 Times In Suspected Hate Attack In Utah

An Indian national is recovering after he was allegedly stabbed 15 times inside a shopping mall in Utah in what investigators believe was an attack motivated by his religion.

indicanews 16 Jul 2026 9:20 am

Suhas Subramanyam Backs H-1B Program, Calls For Targeted Reforms

Indian-American Congressman Suhas Subramanyam has defended the H-1B visa program, saying it has helped fill critical workforce gaps in the U.S. while enabling many immigrants to become entrepreneurs, create jobs and contribute to American society.

indicanews 16 Jul 2026 9:05 am

Argentina Stun England With Late Comeback To Reach FIFA World Cup Final

Argentina kept its FIFA World Cup title defense alive with a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England in the semifinal at Atlanta Stadium on Wednesday, July 15, scoring twice in the closing minutes to book a place in the final against Spain.

indicanews 16 Jul 2026 8:55 am

Crime review meeting held at Police Station Shopian

SHOPIAN: On the directions of SSP Shopian, a crime review meeting was conducted at Police Station Shopian under the chairmanship of DySP Headquarters, Shopian. The meeting was attended by the Station House Officer and all Investigating Officers of Police Station Shopian. A comprehensive review of the crime scenario, progress of investigations, disposal of pending cases, []

Kashmir Reader 16 Jul 2026 5:58 am

Asia Society: Report says Indias carbon trading scheme could generate more than $500 billion by 2050

India's upcoming Carbon Credit Trading Scheme could generate more than $500 billion in domestic revenue by 2050 through the auctioning of power sector emissions allowances, providing a major source of funding for industrial decarbonization and support for coal-dependent communities, according to a new report by the Asia Society Policy Institute.

indicanews 16 Jul 2026 12:26 am