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West Bengal tops States in crimes by foreigners; Bangladeshis top accused: NCRB

The National Crime Records Bureau data showed that crimes against foreigners rose from 238 cases in 2023 to 257 in 2024

The Hindu 8 May 2026 7:12 am

Cybercrime in TN cases tripled in 2022-24

The Times of India 8 May 2026 5:06 am

TN sees sharp spike grave crimes against women in 2024

The Times of India 8 May 2026 4:51 am

Crimes Against Foreigners Rise in Telangana, India

Crimes by foreigners stood at 2,792, largely driven by the Foreigners Act, Passport Act and narcotics cases.

Deccan Chronicle 8 May 2026 2:59 am

NCRB: Ghaziabad crime rate fell, heinous offence cases went up

FIRs In Crimes Against Children Up 124%, Murders 20%, Latest Data Shows

The Times of India 8 May 2026 1:07 am

Crimes Against Women, Children Continue to Worry Telangana

Telangana continued to remain among the states reporting high crimes against women.

Deccan Chronicle 8 May 2026 12:54 am

Crime falls in metro cities by 11%, but Mumbai sees 7% rise

The Times of India 8 May 2026 12:35 am

Family Awaits Justice in Ramya Accident Case

Long wait for 10 years

Deccan Chronicle 7 May 2026 11:40 pm

Quote of the Day by Agatha Christie: 'Follow your instinct. It's the best'Inspiring quotes by the 'Queen of Crime' and author of best-selling book 'And Then There Were None'

Quote of the Day: Agatha Christie's enduring advice, Follow your instinct. Its the best advice, resonates today, reflecting her mastery of human psychology in detective fiction. Her life and prolific career, marked by iconic characters like Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, demonstrate the power of intuition in uncovering truth. Christie's legacy continues through her timeless stories and insightful observations on human nature.

The Economic Times 7 May 2026 10:40 pm

NCRB report: Crime against elders spikes, Bengaluru has second highest crimes against women

Bengalurus crime rate stood at 117 cases per lakh population, significantly higher than Mumbais 74.6 and Chennais 25.4.

The Hindu 7 May 2026 9:07 pm

Quote of the Day by Leo Tolstoy: I sit on a mans back, choking him and making him carry me, and yet assure myself and others that... Inspiring quote on hypocrisy, social injustice, moral responsibility and why you must turn sympathy into action by the Russian writer and philosopher known for War and Peace and Anna Karenina

Quote of the Day by Leo Tolstoy: Leo Tolstoys powerful quote highlights the contradiction between sympathy and action in human behavior. It describes a situation where a person benefits from anothers suffering while pretending to feel sorry, exposing deep moral hypocrisy. The timeless quote of the day challenges readers to reflect on the difference between expressing concern and taking real responsibility for change.

The Economic Times 7 May 2026 8:38 pm

Telangana tops India in cybercrime cases in 2024

According to NCRB report, State accounted for nearly 27% of the countrys cybercrime cases in 2024; Hyderabad ranked among Indias leading urban fraud hotspots despite a decline in city-level cases

The Hindu 7 May 2026 8:35 pm

Guntur sees decline in major crimes, except for robberies and break-ins

SP attributes the drop in crime rates during the first four months of 2026 to intensified patrolling, surveillance, improved investigation standards and continuous monitoring by police officers at different levels

The Hindu 7 May 2026 7:55 pm

NCRB: Crime rate decreases in Karnataka, but rate of violent crimes up in 2024

NCRB data also shows the chargesheeting rate is low in the State, particularly in Bengaluru

The Hindu 7 May 2026 7:29 pm

Tech capital Bengaluru tops metros in cybercrime cases

Of the total 20,587 cybercrimes reported in 2024 from 19 metros in the country,17,561caseswere from Bengaluru, NCRB data shows

The Hindu 7 May 2026 7:20 pm

Operation Sindoor Anniversary: Indian Military Signals Tougher Anti-Terror Stance

A year after Operation Sindoor, Indias top military leadership used the occasion to underline a hardened stance against terrorism, saying the campaign marked the start of a sustained and evolving strategy rather than a one-time response.

indicanews 7 May 2026 6:53 pm

Clarence Thomas becomes the second longest-serving justice in Supreme Court history

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas is now the second longest-serving justice in history, overtaking someone who was nominated by President Abraham Lincoln

ABC News 7 May 2026 6:28 pm

India Gets New Push In AI As IBM, Yotta Join Hands

American tech giant IBM and Indian-based Yotta Data Services have announced plans to jointly develop an agentic AI platform built on a locally hosted cloud.

indicanews 7 May 2026 6:05 pm

U.S. Judge Dismisses Espionage Act Case Against Ashley Tellis

A federal court in Virginia has thrown out an Espionage Act case against prominent Indian-American strategic affairs expert Ashley J. Tellis, ruling that prosecutors used the wrong legal provision to bring the charges.

indicanews 7 May 2026 5:55 pm

Nikhil Gupta To Forfeit Cash, Phones In U.S. Murder-For-Hire Case

Nikhil Gupta, the Indian man who admitted his role in a murder-for-hire plot in the United States, has agreed to give up cash and personal devices as part of the legal proceedings in a federal court in New York.

indicanews 7 May 2026 5:45 pm

Delhi tops crimes against foreigners, among Union Territories in 2024, confirms National Crime Records Bureau

Together, the Union Territories registered 67 such cases in the year, with Delhi alone contributing 64 cases, Jammu and Kashmir reported two cases, while the Andaman and Nicobar Islands recorded one case

The Hindu 7 May 2026 5:19 pm

Kartavya trailer: Saif Ali Khan plays a sincere cop in Netflixs heartland crime-drama

Written and directed by Pulkit, the film also stars Rasika Dugal, Sanjay Mishra, Zakir Hussain, Manish Chaudhari, and Saurabh Dwivedi

The Hindu 7 May 2026 5:06 pm

Bandar teaser: Bobby Deol plays an ageing star accused of a crime in Anurag Kashyap directorial

The film also stars Sanya Malhotra, Indrajith Sukumaran, Saba Azad, Jitendra Joshi, Raj B. Shetty, Sapna Pabbi, Ankush Gedam, Riddhi Sen, Nagesh Bhonsle

The Hindu 7 May 2026 4:57 pm

SC will deliver justice if row over 'malpractices' in Bengal polls reaches there: Farooq Abdullah

Srinagar, May 07: National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Thursday expressed hope that the Supreme Court will deliver justice if the controversy surrounding alleged malpractices in the West Bengal polls reaches the apex court of the country. Speaking to reporters after a meeting of the party's provincial committee, Abdullah said everyone is raising questions over the poll results. Mamata (Banerjee) is raising questions, Akhilesh (Yadav) is raising questions, everyone is raising questions (on the poll results). I hope they will take this to the Supreme Court and that the Supreme Court will deliver justice on it, the NC chief said. To a question over the unity in the opposition's India bloc, the former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister said, India bloc is always operative, it will continue to operate. On the party's meeting, he said several issues, including how to strengthen the party, were discussed. Meanwhile, NC's chief spokesman Tanvir Sadiq said the meeting of the provincial committee of the party takes place every month and discusses party affairs. Discussions took place over party affairs, developmental works and the situation in Jammu and Kashmir, Sadiq told reporters. Asked if the cabinet expansion was discussed in the meeting, he said it was not the proper forum as cabinet expansion is the prerogative of the chief minister. The CM will take a call on it when he deems fit. The meeting discussed party affairs, what MLAs think and what the situation is, Sadiq added.

Greater Kashmir 7 May 2026 4:33 pm

SC Will Deliver Justice If Row Over Malpractices In Bengal Polls Reaches There: Farooq Abdullah

SRINAGAR, May 7: National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Thursday expressed hope that the Supreme Court will deliver justice if the controversy surrounding alleged malpractices in the West Bengal polls reaches the apex court of the country. Speaking to reporters after a meeting of the partys provincial committee, Abdullah said everyone is raising questions over the poll results. Mamata (Banerjee) is raising questions, Akhilesh (Yadav) is raising questions, everyone is raising questions (on the poll results). I hope they [] The post SC Will Deliver Justice If Row Over Malpractices In Bengal Polls Reaches There: Farooq Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 7 May 2026 4:31 pm

Kartvya trailer: Saif Ali Khan plays a sincere cop in Netflixs heartland crime-drama

Written and directed by Pulkit, the film also stars Rasika Dugal, Sanjay Mishra, Zakir Hussain, Manish Chaudhari, and Saurabh Dwivedi

The Hindu 7 May 2026 4:29 pm

Supreme Court empowers District Collectors to enforce Solid Waste Management Rules

The Supreme Court has delegated statutory powers to District Collectors (DCs) across the country under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, empowering them to enforce the Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules, 2026. The Bench of Justice Pankaj Mithal and Justice SVN Bhatti directed the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) to issue a notification [] The post Supreme Court empowers District Collectors to enforce Solid Waste Management Rules appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 7 May 2026 4:07 pm

Inspector Avinash season 2 OTT release date announced: When and where to watch Randeep Hoodas crime thriller

Randeep Hooda returns as Uttar Pradesh's 'super-cop' Avinash Mishra in the second season of Inspector Avinash, premiering on JioHotstar on May 15. The crime-thriller, inspired by true events, will see Mishra facing his toughest challenge yet after being framed and betrayed, forcing him to fight for his innocence and family amidst a political conspiracy.

The Economic Times 7 May 2026 4:02 pm

Matka King Season 2 OTT release announced: When and where to watch Vijay Varma, Kritika Kamra's crime thriller

Crime thriller Matka King, starring Vijay Varma, has been renewed for a second season. The series, lauded for its intense storytelling and portrayal of 1960s Bombay's matka gambling world, emerged as the platform's most-watched new Indian scripted series in two years. Read on to know more about it.

The Economic Times 7 May 2026 3:12 pm

Supreme Court directs Centre, States to implement upward movement policy for PwBD candidates

The Supreme Court has directed the Union government, States and Union Territories to strictly implement the policy of upward movement for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), under which candidates securing marks above the general category cut-off on their own merit must be adjusted against unreserved vacancies instead of being counted within the reserved disability quota. [] The post Supreme Court directs Centre, States to implement upward movement policy for PwBD candidates appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 7 May 2026 2:58 pm

Chief Justice John Roberts says Supreme Court is not political

Chief Justice John Roberts says Supreme Court justices are not political actors.

ABC News 7 May 2026 2:25 pm

NCRB data shows drop in Delhi crime, but offences against children remain high

Delhi saw a 15.1% drop in overall registered crimes in 2024, with total cases falling to around 2.8 lakh. However, concerning trends persist in violent offenses and crimes against children, where Delhi reported the highest numbers among major metros, particularly in child abduction cases.

The Economic Times 7 May 2026 1:49 pm

Ex-Chief Justice DY Chandrachud To Mediate In Kapur vs Kapoor Case

The mediation pertains only to the RK Trust, or the Rani Kapur Family Trust, and not Sunjay Kapur's will.

NDTV 7 May 2026 1:12 pm

Reliance ADA probe: Delhi High Court issues notice to NDTV in Anil Ambani defamation suit

The Delhi High Court on Thursday issued notice to news media company NDTV, its parent entity AMG Media Networks Limited and journalist Rahul Kanwal, in a defamation suit filed by industrialist Anil Ambani over reports relating to investigations by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) against companies linked to the [] The post Reliance ADA probe: Delhi High Court issues notice to NDTV in Anil Ambani defamation suit appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 7 May 2026 12:42 pm

NCRB: 'Cruelty by husband and relatives' accounts for over 1.2 lakh cases; crime against children increases by 6%

Crime data for 2024 reveals a concerning rise in crimes against children, up nearly 6% from the previous year. While overall crimes against women saw a slight decrease, domestic abuse by husbands and relatives remained the most prevalent offense. Kidnapping and sexual offenses against children also saw significant numbers.

The Times of India 7 May 2026 12:34 pm

Supreme Court appoints former CJI DY Chandrachud as mediator in the Sunjay Kapur family trust dispute

The Supreme Court on Thursday appointed former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud as a mediator to resolve the ongoing family dispute between Rani Kapur, mother of late industrialist Sunjay Kapur, and his wife, Priya Sachdev Kapur, over his estate and control of the Sona Group family trust. The Bench of Justice JB Pardiwala and [] The post Supreme Court appoints former CJI DY Chandrachud as mediator in the Sunjay Kapur family trust dispute appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 7 May 2026 12:20 pm

Bombay High Court acquits all 22 accused in Sohrabuddin Shaikh fake encounter case

The Bombay High Court on Thursday upheld the acquittal of all 22 accused, including 21 police personnel, in the alleged fake encounter killings of Sohrabuddin Shaikh, his wife Kauser Bi and associate Tulsiram Prajapati. The Division Bench of Chief Justice Shree Chandrashekhar and Justice Gautam Ankhad dismissed the criminal appeals filed by Sohrabuddins brothers, Rubabuddin [] The post Bombay High Court acquits all 22 accused in Sohrabuddin Shaikh fake encounter case appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 7 May 2026 11:56 am

The Uncomfortable Truth About Partition And Indo-Pak Relations

I saw two posts on the website indicanews.com regarding the recent meeting at Stanford University on Indo-Pak relations.

indicanews 7 May 2026 8:23 am

IPL 2026: SRH Beat PBKS By 33 Runs To Go Top Of Table

A clinical display with both bat and ball helped Sunrisers Hyderabad register a 33-run win over Punjab Kings in Match 49 of the Indian Premier League 2026 season at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Wednesday, May 6, a result that pushed Hyderabad to the top of the points table.

indicanews 7 May 2026 8:01 am

US Justice Department under Trump targets slow immigrationjudges

The Justice Department is aiming to weed out immigration judges who it feels are ruling too slowly or arent following the law, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has said, as the Trump administration seeks to remake the courts and cut down on the backlog of 3.7 million cases to ease its mass deportation push. Blanche 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 7 May 2026 7:51 am

TiEcon 2026 highlights human-centered AI, global entrepreneurship and future changes

TiEcon 2026 brought together leaders from artificial intelligence, venture capital and scientific research for its three-day summit in Silicon Valley, themed AI & You: Human Centered, AI Powered.

indicanews 7 May 2026 5:01 am

Justice Department launches civil rights probe into prosecutor in Virginia

Fairfax County Commonwealths Attorney Steve Descano (D) has been under attack from Republicans over his handling of cases involving immigrant defendants.

The Washington Post 7 May 2026 4:06 am

Brazils Lula to discuss fighting organized crime, tariffs in Trump meeting

Brazilian President Luiz Incio Lula da Silva plans to discuss organized crime and tariffs with U.S. President Donald Trump, according to Brazils finance minister

ABC News 7 May 2026 3:25 am

Rise in cybercrime but overall crime rate dropped in 2024, says latest NCRB report

Deaths due to drug overdose saw a 50% increase in 2024 compared with the previous year, with Tamil Nadu recording most fatalities; 5,194 cases of offences against the state registered, a rise of over 6% from the previous year

The Hindu 7 May 2026 2:56 am

UPs crime rate 28.5% lower than national avg, shows NCRB data

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The Times of India 7 May 2026 1:33 am

Delhi tops metros in crimes by juveniles: NCRB data

The national capital reported the highest number of such crimes, far ahead of other metropolitan cities such as Chennai (466), Bengaluru (386), Hyderabad (316), and Ahmedabad (295).

The Hindu 7 May 2026 1:28 am

Delhi saw 404 cybercrime cases in 2024: NCRB report

The Times of India 7 May 2026 12:16 am

Crimes against children in Metro: Delhi tops list in NCRBs report

Delhi witnesses a 15.1% drop in overall crimes in 2024, yet violent offenses like murder and rape remain a significant concern. Crimes against children and women show a disturbing trend, with Delhi leading metropolitan cities in these categories. Property crimes, particularly household theft and vehicle theft, also remain high.

The Times of India 7 May 2026 12:14 am

Justice Department agrees to return Rep. Andy Ogles' phone, signaling end of campaign finance probe

The Justice Department has agreed to return Tennessee Republican congressman Andy Ogles personal cellphone that was seized during an investigation into his campaign finances, signaling it's abandoning its probe into the President Donald Trump supporter

ABC News 7 May 2026 12:02 am

Chief Justice Surya Kant Warns of AI Bias Against the Poor

New Delhi, May 6: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant emphasized that social justice should remain the cornerstone of a humane and just society. He warned on Wednesday that the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is revealing an inherent bias against the poor. Speaking at the eighth Dayanand Smriti Lecture organized by Respect ... Read more Chief Justice Surya Kant Warns of AI Bias Against the Poor

Morningstar 6 May 2026 11:46 pm

Crimes In India Dipped By 6% In 2024: Crime Records Bureau

Kerala, Puducherry and West Bengal led in solving the crimes.

NDTV 6 May 2026 11:10 pm

Odisha Leader Demands Justice for Pregnant Woman Murdered in Front of Her Child

Bhubaneswar, May 6: Naveen Patnaik, the leader of the opposition and president of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), has called on Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi to ensure immediate and strict action against those responsible for the brutal murder of a pregnant woman in Khirida village, Ganjam district. In a letter to the Chief Minister, ... Read more Odisha Leader Demands Justice for Pregnant Woman Murdered in Front of Her Child

Morningstar 6 May 2026 10:17 pm

Crimes dipped by 6% across country: NCRB

India saw a six percent drop in crimes in 2024. Over 58 lakh cases were reported, down from 62 lakh in 2023. The crime rate per lakh population also decreased. Cases of 'Hurt' saw a significant decline. Murder cases reduced marginally. Crimes against women and Scheduled Castes and Tribes also showed a dip. These figures reflect the latest crime statistics.

The Economic Times 6 May 2026 8:48 pm

Chief Justice Inaugurates Vulnerable Witness Deposition Centre At District Court Jammu

JAMMU, May 6: In a significant step towards ensuring child-friendly and victim-sensitive justice delivery, Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Arun Palli, today inaugurated Vulnerable Witness Deposition Centre at District Court Complex, Jammu. The facility aims to prevent the secondary victimization and ensure fair, sensitive recording of evidence. This marks a significant step towards victim-centric justice delivery in the Union Territory. The Vulnerable Witness Deposition Centre has been established to provide a safe, non-intimidating [] The post Chief Justice Inaugurates Vulnerable Witness Deposition Centre At District Court Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 6 May 2026 7:41 pm

Social justice central to governance, says Siddaramaiah

At Shivayogi Siddharameshwara Jayanti, CM stresses equal share of wealth and governance among all sections of society; Kayaka Yogi Siddharameshwara Award (2025-26) conferred on senior writer S.G. Siddaramaiah

The Hindu 6 May 2026 7:10 pm

Sabarimala Reference: Marriage as a basis of classification is discriminatory against women, Justice Nagarathna on Parsi womans exclusion from agiary

While the Indian Young Lawyers' Association struggled to justify its standing before the Court, Senior Advocate Darius Khambata, appearing for a Parsi Zoroastrian woman denied entry into the agiary after marrying a Hindu man, argued that no religion can strip a believing woman of her faith simply because she married outside her community.

theleaflet 6 May 2026 6:40 pm

Courts cannot direct Parliament to make laws: Supreme Court on plea challenging exclusion of CJI from EC appointment panel

The Supreme Court on Wednesday commenced hearing the petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023, which excluded the Chief Justice of India (CJI) from the selection committee responsible for appointing members of the Election Commission of India (ECI). [] The post Courts cannot direct Parliament to make laws: Supreme Court on plea challenging exclusion of CJI from EC appointment panel appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 6 May 2026 6:04 pm

Parvathy Thiruvothu flags animal rescuer Sunitha Smitha's killing, seeks justice

Parvathy Thiruvothu flags animal rescuer Sunitha Smitha's killing, seeks justice

India Today 6 May 2026 5:28 pm

Inspector Avinash season 2 trailer: Randeep Hooda returns as the tough cop in high stakes crime-thriller

The show also stars Urvashi Rautela, Amit Sial, Abhimanyu Singh, Rajneish Duggal, Shalin Bhanot, and Freddy Daruwala in key roles

The Hindu 6 May 2026 5:18 pm

Is the Supreme Courts Existing Law Argument on Hate Speech Enough?

With hate speech events averaging four a day and a nine-year-old Law Commission recommendation still unheeded, the Supreme Court's refusal to act meaningfully leaves the Constitutions promise of equal protection suspended between two branches of government.

theleaflet 6 May 2026 3:41 pm

Supreme Court rejects supervisory role as proof of ownership in Kota temple dispute

The Supreme Court has clarified that mere managerial or supervisory control over a religious institution did not establish legal ownership or title to the property by itself. Setting aside a Rajasthan High Court verdict, which upheld the claim of a respondent society over the Moorti Swarup Shri Govardhan Nath Ji temple in Kota, the Bench [] The post Supreme Court rejects supervisory role as proof of ownership in Kota temple dispute appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 6 May 2026 3:24 pm

Andhra Pradesh High Court incident: BCI seeks CJI intervention over 24-hour custody of lawyer

The Bar Council of India (BCI) on Wednesday approached Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, seeking urgent intervention over an incident in which Justice Tarlada Rajasekhar Rao, a judge of the Andhra Pradesh High Court, allegedly ordered 24-hour police custody of a young advocate for failing to produce a copy of an order during [] The post Andhra Pradesh High Court incident: BCI seeks CJI intervention over 24-hour custody of lawyer appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 6 May 2026 1:46 pm

Benefits of overnight fasting

A recent article published in the journal Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology has concluded that sleep-aligned extended overnight fasting improves nighttime and daytime cardiometabolic function. The results support that if at least 3 hours before sleep nothing is eaten, then heart health, blood pressure, and the way food is processed, including glucose regulation, are improved.

indicanews 6 May 2026 1:18 pm

Plea filed in Supreme Court challenges cancellation of AOR examination 2026

A writ petition has been filed before the Supreme Court under Article 32 of the Constitution against the move to cancel the Advocate-on-Record (AOR) Examination for 2026 onb the grounds of the existing strength of AORs. Terming the decision as ex facie arbitrary and violative of fundamental rights, the petition assailed a notice dated April [] The post Plea filed in Supreme Court challenges cancellation of AOR examination 2026 appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 6 May 2026 1:18 pm

Supreme Court pays tribute to V.K. Jhanji, A.D.N. Rao, Mukul Gupta and S. Balakrishnan at full court reference

The Supreme Court has convened a full Court Reference to honour the memory of four eminent legal figures Shri V.K. Jhanji, Shri A.D.N. Rao, Shri Mukul Gupta and Shri S. Balakrishnan acknowledging their invaluable service to the legal profession and the institution of justice. Judges of the Apex court, members of the Bar and relatives [] The post Supreme Court pays tribute to V.K. Jhanji, A.D.N. Rao, Mukul Gupta and S. Balakrishnan at full court reference appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 6 May 2026 12:21 pm

Ajay Devgn pledges for financial integrity, lauds ED for fighting crime

Ajay Devgn shared a post stating that he has taken a pledge for financial integrity. He called for all citizens to stand with the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to stop financial crimes

Mid Day 6 May 2026 10:59 am

India Remains Worlds Largest Remittance Recipient: IOM Report

India continued to lead the world in money sent home by its overseas workers, receiving an estimated $137.7 billion in remittances in 2024, according to a new report by the International Organization for Migration.

indicanews 6 May 2026 8:39 am

PM Modi Praises Supreme Courts Increase in Judges for Swift Justice

New Delhi, May 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has commended the recent decision by the central cabinet to increase the number of judges in Indias Supreme Court by four. He described this as a significant cabinet decision aimed at strengthening the judicial infrastructure and ensuring swift justice for the people. On Wednesday, PM Modi shared ... Read more PM Modi Praises Supreme Courts Increase in Judges for Swift Justice

Morningstar 6 May 2026 8:17 am

IPL 2026: Samson Powers CSK To Comfortable Win Over DC

A sea of yellow turned the Arun Jaitley Stadium into what felt like a Chennai home ground as Chennai Super Kings cruised past Delhi Capitals by eight wickets in match 48 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season.

indicanews 6 May 2026 8:14 am

PM Modi Praises Increase in Supreme Court Judges for Swift Justice

New Delhi, May 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the decision to increase the number of judges in Indias Supreme Court by four, following approval from the central cabinet. He described it as a significant cabinet decision aimed at strengthening the judicial infrastructure of the nation and ensuring swift justice for the people. In ... Read more PM Modi Praises Increase in Supreme Court Judges for Swift Justice

Udaipur Kiran 6 May 2026 8:13 am

Jharkhand Chief Minister Urges Strict Action Against Crime and Drug Trade

Ranchi, May 6: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren held a high-level meeting on law and order in the state on Tuesday. Conducted via video conferencing, the meeting emphasized that crime control and public safety are the governments top priorities. He directed officials to dismantle the supply chain of narcotics, curb organized crime, and take stringent ... Read more Jharkhand Chief Minister Urges Strict Action Against Crime and Drug Trade

Morningstar 6 May 2026 3:09 am

How bulldozer justice undermines the law

The image of swift destruction creates an impression of decisive leadership, but it also normalises the idea that executive authority can override legal safeguards

The Hindu 6 May 2026 2:00 am

Saif Ali Khans New Avatar in OTT Crime Thriller Kartavya with Rasika Dugal

Mumbai, May 6: Actor Saif Ali Khan is set to make waves on OTT with his upcoming crime thriller Kartavya. In this film, Saif portrays a character caught in a challenging conflict between his professional duties and family obligations. This marks the first time Saif will share the screen with actress Rasika Dugal. Known for ... Read more Saif Ali Khans New Avatar in OTT Crime Thriller Kartavya with Rasika Dugal

Morningstar 6 May 2026 12:40 am

Stanford conference highlights Indo-Pak dialogue as Aiyar urges policy reset

The inaugural Stanford Indo-Pak Dosti Conference 2026 brought together diplomats, scholars and students at the Hoover Institution from March 31 to April 1, with organizers aiming to transform the Dosti Project vision into a practical roadmap for peace between India and Pakistan.

indicanews 5 May 2026 11:56 pm

Union Cabinet approves increase in number of Supreme Court judges from 33 to 37

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved a proposal to enhance the sanctioned judicial strength of the Supreme Court from 34 to 38 judges, including the Chief Justice of India (CJI). The decision involves amending the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1956, through the proposed Supreme Court (Number of [] The post Union Cabinet approves increase in number of Supreme Court judges from 33 to 37 appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 5 May 2026 8:14 pm

Invoking Satyagraha in a Judicial State of Exception: Reflections on the Kejriwal recusal plea

The former chief ministers decision to boycott proceedings in a matter he says is pre-decided against him borrows on Gandhis satyagraha at a moment of flickering trust upon the judiciary and the constitutional promise.

theleaflet 5 May 2026 7:08 pm

CEPA Talks Resume As India, Canada Target Faster Trade Deal

India and Canada have stepped up efforts to finalize a long-awaited trade deal, launching a fresh round of negotiations in New Delhi as both sides push to conclude an agreement by the end of the year.

indicanews 5 May 2026 6:59 pm

Quote of the day by Rosa Parks: You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right Why you must raise your voice against injustice? Life lessons on integrity and justice by the pivotal Civil Rights activist

Quote of the day by Rosa Parks: You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right. Rosa Parks delivered a timeless message of courage. Her words reflect the moral strength behind her historic refusal to give up her bus seat in Montgomery, Alabama in 1955, an act that helped ignite the Montgomery Bus Boycott. The powerful quote emphasizes that fear should never outweigh justice when a decision is ethically correct.

The Economic Times 5 May 2026 6:45 pm

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Names Niece Claire Mazumdar As Biocon Successor

A leadership transition is taking shape at Biocon, with founder Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw naming her niece Claire Mazumdar as her successor and setting out a clear succession plan for the companys future.

indicanews 5 May 2026 6:13 pm

Delhi Excise Policy case: High Court to appoint Amici as Kejriwal, Sisodia boycott proceedings

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday said it would appoint three Senior Advocates as amici curiae (friend of the court) to represent former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, former Delhi minister Manish Sisodia and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Durgesh Pathak, who have decided to boycott the proceedings in a revision petition filed by the Central [] The post Delhi Excise Policy case: High Court to appoint Amici as Kejriwal, Sisodia boycott proceedings appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 5 May 2026 6:00 pm

U.S.-Based Indian Voices Welcome BJP Victory In West Bengal

Indian American leaders across the U.S. welcomed the Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) victory in West Bengal, describing it as a major political shift with implications for governance, security, and development in the state.

indicanews 5 May 2026 5:58 pm

Supreme Court Collegium recommends appointment of 10 lawyers as judges of Punjab and Haryana High Court

The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the elevation of 10 advocates and three judicial officers as judges at the High Courts of Punjab & Haryana and Andhra Pradesh. The Apex Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and also comprising Justice BV Nagarathna, Justice JK Maheshwari, Justice Vikram Nath, Justice MM [] The post Supreme Court Collegium recommends appointment of 10 lawyers as judges of Punjab and Haryana High Court appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 5 May 2026 5:32 pm

Mathura stampedes: Allahabad High Court seeks crowd management plan from district administration

The Allahabad High Court has expressed serious concern over the recent stampede-like incidents in Mathura, which have resulted in injuries and loss of life during auspicious occasions, and has asked the district authorities whether they have put in place a comprehensive plan for crowd and crisis management in the city. The single-judge Bench of Justice [] The post Mathura stampedes: Allahabad High Court seeks crowd management plan from district administration appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 5 May 2026 5:05 pm

Gatekeepers Old and New: The Enduring Doctrine of Denial of Market Access

The primary lesson from the past half-decade of CCIs digital jurisprudence is that as AI-driven access disputes reach the CCI, regulatory intervention cannot rest on assumptions of harm based merely on a gatekeeper's importance. The post Gatekeepers Old and New: The Enduring Doctrine of Denial of Market Access appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 5 May 2026 4:20 pm

Raj Thackeray Demands Swift Justice for Pune Child Rape and Murder Case

Mumbai, May 5: In the wake of the tragic rape and murder of a four-year-old girl in the Nasrapur area of Pune district, Raj Thackeray, the leader of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), has sharply criticized the current social and political climate of the state. On Tuesday, he not only called for severe punishment for ... Read more Raj Thackeray Demands Swift Justice for Pune Child Rape and Murder Case

Morningstar 5 May 2026 3:40 pm

SC declines contempt proceedings against police over non-registration of FIRs in hate speech cases

The Supreme Court has dismissed a batch of petitions seeking contempt action against the police over its failure to suo motu register First Information Reports (FIRs) in cases of alleged hate speech. The Bench of Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta clarified that contempt jurisdiction could not be invoked unless there was clear and [] The post SC declines contempt proceedings against police over non-registration of FIRs in hate speech cases appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 5 May 2026 3:00 pm

Supreme Court raises concern over rising dowry deaths in India

The Supreme Court has raised serious concern over the rising number of dowry-related deaths in the country, particularly in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Karnataka. Setting aside an Allahabad High Court order, which granted bail to an accused husband in a dowry death case, the Bench of Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice Vijay [] The post Supreme Court raises concern over rising dowry deaths in India appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 5 May 2026 2:37 pm