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Trump threatens $5 billion suit over think tank crime report

Trump threatens $5 billion suit over think tank crime report

India Today 22 Aug 2026 4:10 am

Congress Protests for FIR in Pellet Gun Incident, Harish Rawat Defends Justice Demands

New Delhi, August 22: Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, staged a protest outside the Parliament Street police station, demanding the registration of an FIR related to the pellet gun incident that severely injured a young man named Sahil during protests on July 20 at Jantar Mantar. The Congress party claims that Sahil has suffered significant ... Read more Congress Protests for FIR in Pellet Gun Incident, Harish Rawat Defends Justice Demands

Morningstar 22 Aug 2026 4:10 am

Ed Martin exits Justice Department to lead Trump's election legal battles

Ed Martin exits Justice Department to lead Trumps election legal battles

India Today 22 Aug 2026 3:22 am

TikTok will pay $400 million to settle Justice Department lawsuit over child privacy

The DoJ said the app has made significant strides in privacy protections since the 2024 suit.

Engadget 22 Aug 2026 2:43 am

Govt Allocates Rs 2,486.49 Cr to Administer Justice in TN

Tamil Nadu currently has 1,378 subordinate courts, including 328 special courts. Of these, 150 courts are functioning in Chennai district and 1,228 in other districts.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Aug 2026 1:35 am

Sanjay Raut Accuses Centre of Injustice Against Maharashtras Cooperative Sector

Mumbai, August 22: Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut has written to Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah, expressing concerns over the passage of the National Cooperative Development Corporation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the inauguration of the National Urban Cooperative Finance Development Corporation (NUCFDC) office in Mumbai. A copy of the letter, ... Read more Sanjay Raut Accuses Centre of Injustice Against Maharashtras Cooperative Sector

Morningstar 22 Aug 2026 1:10 am

West Bengals New Justice Code Marks End of TMCs Rule, Says Minister Shankar Ghosh

Kolkata, August 22: West Bengals Tourism Minister Shankar Ghosh, along with BJP MPs Khagen Murmu and Manoj Tigga, responded to key political and developmental issues in the state following the implementation of the Indian Justice Code. The BJP has launched a sharp attack on the previous Mamata Banerjee government, claiming that the new code signifies ... Read more West Bengals New Justice Code Marks End of TMCs Rule, Says Minister Shankar Ghosh

Morningstar 22 Aug 2026 12:45 am

Young people who pass through youth justice die at six times the rate of their peers

Conversations about the youth justice system typically focus on crime and punishment. In Australia, this has fueled increasingly populist and punitive youth justice policies like Queensland

Phys.org 21 Aug 2026 9:50 pm

Odisha CM Promises Justice on Swami Lakshmanananda Saraswatis Centenary

Bhubaneswar, August 21: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi sharply criticized the previous Biju Janata Dal (BJD) government on Friday. He condemned their alleged failure, negligence, and appeasement politics regarding the brutal murder of Swami Lakshmanananda Saraswati, a leader of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad, in 2008. While addressing a special event in Gurjang, Talcher, to ... Read more Odisha CM Promises Justice on Swami Lakshmanananda Saraswatis Centenary

Morningstar 21 Aug 2026 9:14 pm

Study Finds Longer Survival Among Kidney Cancer Patients Taking Antidepressants

Patients with metastatic renal cell carcinoma who took antidepressants while receiving first-line targeted therapy lived longer on average than those who did not, according to a multicenter retrospective study. However, the researchers said the findings do not show that antidepressants improve cancer survival and should not be used to justify prescribing them as a cancer treatment.

indicanews 21 Aug 2026 8:55 pm

When Justice Goes Viral

By Inderjit Badhwar There was a time when a courtroom was, quite literally, a room. What was said inside it travelled outward through judgments, legal reporting and, eventually, public discussion. Today, a courtroom can be watched live on a mobile phone, clipped within seconds and circulated to millions before the hearing itself has concluded. That [] The post When Justice Goes Viral appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Aug 2026 7:31 pm

Mediation must be institutionalised as a permanent process, says Justice P.S. Narasimha

Samadhan Samaroh, which began on April 21, seeks to facilitate the amicable settlement of cases pending before the Supreme Court through consent-based mechanisms. The initiative will conclude with a Special Lok Adalat from August 21 to 23

The Hindu 21 Aug 2026 7:19 pm

Supreme Court rejects Sukhbir Singh Badal

The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a plea filed by former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister and Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal, challenging criminal defamation proceedings initiated against him over alleged remarks linking the Akhand Kirtani Jatha (AKJ) with the banned terrorist organisation Babbar Khalsa International (BKI). A Bench of Justice Dipankar Datta [] The post Supreme Court rejects Sukhbir Singh Badals plea against criminal defamation case over AKJ-BKI remarks appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Aug 2026 6:56 pm

We need to prepare today for the crimes of tomorrow, says Telangana DGP

As crime evolves beyond traditional offences to include cybercrime, narcotics, organised networks and technology-driven offences, policing is also adapting to a generation shaped by social media and digital technology. In an interview with The Hindu, Telangana Director General of Police C.V. Anand discusses preparing the force for the next decade, balancing technology with traditional policing and anticipating emerging threats

The Hindu 21 Aug 2026 6:50 pm

Justice Sanjay Karol accorded warm farewell ahead of retirement

Justice Sanjay Karol was accorded a warm and affectionate farewell as the Supreme Court Bar gathered to mark the conclusion of his judicial tenure. The farewell function, organised in his honour ahead of his retirement on August 22, saw members of the Bench and the Bar reflect on a career distinguished by judicial commitment, constitutional [] The post Justice Sanjay Karol accorded warm farewell ahead of retirement appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Aug 2026 6:50 pm

Gujarat Health Minister Promises Justice After Assault on Female Resident Doctor

Rajkot, August 21: Gujarats Health Minister, Prabhull Panseriya, assured swift justice and complete safety for a female doctor following an alleged assault at Rajkot Civil Hospital. He emphasized that the state government is treating the incident with utmost seriousness. The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday evening in the emergency ward of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Civil ... Read more Gujarat Health Minister Promises Justice After Assault on Female Resident Doctor

Morningstar 21 Aug 2026 5:20 pm

Dark Tourism: Why Do Sites of Death, Crime and Tragedy Attract Tourists?

But dark tourism is a broad umbrella term. It is both a commercial label linked to the tourism industry's need for constant novelty, and a social phenomenon.

Deccan Chronicle 21 Aug 2026 4:39 pm

How will Trumps former personal lawyer run the US justice department?

Attorney General Todd Blanche wont pledge to act independently from the White House.

BBC 21 Aug 2026 4:30 pm

Interstate cybercrime gang linked to 498 cases held in Telangana

Hyderabad: A gang of five interstate cyber criminals linked to 498 cases was arrested in Telanganas Adilabad on Friday, August 21. According to Adilabad Superintendent of Police Akhil Mahajan, the gang had duped victims of Rs 3.5 crore across India. Among all complaints against them, 90 were reported in Telangana alone. The accused, identified as 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 21 Aug 2026 4:12 pm

Aisha Wahab Makes History After Winning California Special House Election

Aisha Wahab has made history by becoming the first Afghan American elected to the U.S. Congress on Thursday, August 20, winning a special runoff for California's 14th Congressional District after a closely watched Democratic contest that drew millions of dollars in outside spending.

indicanews 21 Aug 2026 3:23 pm

Maharashtra slips to second in crimes against women: Shiv Sena (UBT) in Saamana

In an editorial published in the party's mouthpiece Saamana, the Uddhav Thackeray-led faction claimed that Maharashtra, which it said was once considered relatively safe for women, had now slipped to second place nationally in crimes against women

Mid Day 21 Aug 2026 3:11 pm

Delhi High Court rejects Khan market welfare association plea for uniform property tax valuation in NDMC areas

The Delhi High Court on Friday dismissed a petition filed by the Khan Market Welfare Association seeking directions to the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) to adopt a uniform methodology for determining property tax across its jurisdiction. The NDMC governs several prominent commercial and residential areas of Lutyens Delhi, including Khan Market, Connaught Place and [] The post Delhi High Court rejects Khan market welfare association plea for uniform property tax valuation in NDMC areas appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Aug 2026 3:06 pm

'Clean Up Company' review: Jisshu Sengupta is stellar in crime-drama

MX Player's new crime drama series, Clean Up Company, is directed and written by Rohan Ghose, with Konarak Mukherjee as the co-writer.

NewsBytes 21 Aug 2026 2:33 pm

Elon Musk Backs Starlink To Reach India

Elon Musk has renewed his push to bring Starlink's satellite internet service to India, arguing that the technology could help connect rural communities that remain outside the reach of conventional mobile networks.

indicanews 21 Aug 2026 2:12 pm

Supreme Court questions whether right to work under rural employment scheme can be equated with Article 21

The Supreme Court on Friday questioned whether the statutory employment guarantee for rural workers could be placed on the same constitutional footing as the fundamental right to life and dignity under Article 21 of the Constitution. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V Mohana made the [] The post Supreme Court questions whether right to work under rural employment scheme can be equated with Article 21 appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Aug 2026 1:47 pm

Dayanidhi Maran BSNL case: Supreme Court sets aside Madras High Court order summoning telecom secretary as court witness

The Supreme Court on August 21 set aside a Madras High Court order directing the trial court to summon the Union Telecom Secretary as a court witness in the criminal case against DMK MP and former Union Telecom Minister Dayanidhi Maran concerning the alleged misuse of BSNL telecom facilities. A Bench of Justice K.V. Viswanathan [] The post Dayanidhi Maran BSNL case: Supreme Court sets aside Madras High Court order summoning telecom secretary as court witness appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Aug 2026 1:36 pm

Saradha chit fund scam: Supreme Court grants bail to Sudipta Sen after nearly a decade in custody

The Supreme Court has granted bail to Sudipta Sen, chairman and managing director of the Saradha Group, in a case arising from the multi-crore Saradha chit fund scam, taking note of his prolonged incarceration of nearly a decade. A Bench of Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice Augustine George Masih passed the order in Sudipta Sen [] The post Saradha chit fund scam: Supreme Court grants bail to Sudipta Sen after nearly a decade in custody appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Aug 2026 1:27 pm

Supreme Court begins three-day

The Supreme Court on Friday commenced its three-day Samadhan Samaroh Special Lok Adalat, an initiative aimed at facilitating the amicable resolution of pending cases through mediation and other consent-based mechanisms. The exercise will be conducted on August 21, 22 and 23. Samadhan Samaroh stands for Supreme Court Action for Mediated Adjudication and Disputes Harmonization Across [] The post Supreme Court begins three-day Samadhan Samaroh special Lok Adalat to facilitate amicable settlements appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Aug 2026 1:09 pm

No Sufficient Reason to Intervene With the Fundamental Conclusion: Supreme Court Eases Three-Year Practice Rule for Civil Judge Exam to One Year

A Bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant declined to disturb the core reasoning of its May 2025 ruling on judicial recruitment, but eased the practice requirement from three years to one, layering in institutional training and structured clerkship.

theleaflet 21 Aug 2026 11:58 am

Maharashtra Ranks Second in Crimes Against Women, Shiv Sena (UBT) Criticizes State Government

Mumbai, August 21: The Shiv Sena (UBT) has targeted the state government over the rising crimes against women and young girls in Maharashtra. In an editorial published in their mouthpiece Saamana on Friday, the party expressed serious concern about the deteriorating law and order situation. The editorial highlighted that Maharashtra, once considered a safe haven ... Read more Maharashtra Ranks Second in Crimes Against Women, Shiv Sena (UBT) Criticizes State Government

Morningstar 21 Aug 2026 11:29 am

Crime Branch Searches Constable

Srinagar:The Special Crime Wing Kashmir of the Crime Branch J&K on Friday carried out a search at Safakadal in Srinagar in connection with alleged forgery in J&K Police appointment. In a handout, the CBK said the house search was conducted at the residence of SG Ct Manzoor Ahmad Najar at Safakadal in case FIR No []

Kashmir Reader 21 Aug 2026 11:25 am

Supreme Court cuts judicial service practice requirement to one year, introduces training and clerkship regime

In a significant recalibration of the eligibility framework governing entry-level judicial appointments, the Supreme Court on Friday reduced the mandatory prior legal practice requirement for candidates seeking appointment as Civil Judges (Junior Division) from three years to one year. At the same time, the Court introduced an extensive post-selection framework comprising a year of intensive [] The post Supreme Court cuts judicial service practice requirement to one year, introduces training and clerkship regime appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Aug 2026 11:15 am

BTS Jungkook targeted in cybercrime fraud, hacker sentenced to 20 years

A Chinese national has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for his role in a hacking and fraud scheme targeting BTS Jungkook and wealthy South Korean individuals. The operation allegedly stole over Rs 58 crore, while an attempted theft from Jungkook was prevented

Mid Day 21 Aug 2026 10:25 am

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan Transferred From Jail To Islamabad Hospital Under Tight Security

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan was moved from Rawalpindi's Adiala Jail to a private hospital in Islamabad early Friday, August 21, for a medical evaluation, following a Supreme Court order that directed authorities to provide him with treatment at the facility.

indicanews 21 Aug 2026 9:09 am

Nara Lokesh vows justice after six-year-old allegedly dies following teacher assault

Andhra Pradesh Education Minister Nara Lokesh expressed deep grief over a six-year-old student's death. The minister promised full administrative support to ensure justice for the grieving family. A UKG student allegedly died after being beaten by a teacher at a private school. Officials confirmed the boy collapsed at school and was declared brought dead at the hospital. Strict action will be taken against the teacher and the school management.

The Economic Times 21 Aug 2026 9:06 am

How Harvard Dropout Pranitha Patil Turned A PCOS Diagnosis Into A $2.5 Billion Healthcare Company

An Indian American entrepreneur's personal experience with PCOS and pre-diabetes led her to build Function, a preventive healthcare company that uses extensive testing, medical imaging and AI to detect potential health risks earlier. The company, which Pranitha Patil co-founded after dropping out of Harvard, is now valued at $2.5 billion.

indicanews 21 Aug 2026 8:55 am

FBI Adds Indian National Kamal To Most Wanted List

The U.S. crackdown on India-linked organized crime groups has widened, with the FBI adding Indian national Kamal to its Most Wanted list over his alleged ties to the Lawrence Bishnoi Organized Crime Group.

indicanews 21 Aug 2026 8:34 am

Partnership in crime, incubated behind bars in Telangana

Prisons are meant to reform offenders, but for some habitual criminals, they can also provide an environment to make contacts, exchange know-how and forge bonds that continue after release. Investigators in Telangana are finding such links in cases ranging from vehicle thefts to attention-diversion fraud.Naveen Kumarexamines how prison associations can evolve into criminal partnerships, and whether these links point to an unintended breeding ground for crime in jail

The Hindu 21 Aug 2026 8:02 am

Iran calls new US sanctions 'economic terrorism, crimes against humanity'

Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the new sanctions by US were another indication of continuation of 73 years of hostility and animosity by US policymakers toward its people

Business Standard 21 Aug 2026 7:50 am

Ladakhs long road to justice gets shorter

Srinagar, Aug 20:Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said the Union Cabinets decision to establish a bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh in Ladakh will significantly improve access to justice for people living in the Union Territorys remote and geographically challenging areas. Shah said the decision, taken by the Union Cabinet under the leadership of Prime Minister NarendraModi, would reduce the time and burden involved for residents seeking judicial remedies. The Union Cabinet, under the leadership of the PM Shri @narendramodiJi, has decided to set up a bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir in Ladakh. This will significantly enhance access to justice for citizens living in remote areas of Ladakh by reducing the time required to avail themselves of the legal services they are entitled to, Shah said in a post on X. He said that the government remained committed to the all-round development of Ladakh and to ensuring constitutional safeguards for the Union Territory. The decision assumes significance for residents of Leh and Kargil, who have faced considerable logistical and geographical challenges in accessing higher judicial forums since Ladakh became a separate Union Territory following the reorganisation of J&K in 2019. The establishment of a bench within Ladakh is expected to make judicial proceedings more accessible to litigants, lawyers and other stakeholders by reducing the need for travel outside the Union Territory for matters before the High Court. The move is also expected to strengthen the judicial infrastructure and legal ecosystem in Ladakh, with the proposed facilities likely to include courtrooms, registry infrastructure and other support facilities required for the functioning of the bench. Legal practitioners and residents in the region have long sought greater judicial accessibility, particularly given Ladakhs vast terrain, harsh weather conditions and long distances between settlements. The Cabinet decision is being viewed as a significant administrative step towards bringing higher judicial services closer to the people of Ladakh.

Greater Kashmir 21 Aug 2026 5:47 am

U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor calls Kashmir

U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gors comment that Kashmir is an important part of India during his first visit to capital Srinagar has triggered Pakistan into unconcealed rage. From New Delhis standpoint Gors comment was stating the obvious and in keeping with its firmly held position since 1947. But for Islamabad, it is a gut punch.

indicanews 21 Aug 2026 12:56 am

T.N. government sets up State Cyber Crime Coordination Centre

It designates the Cyber Crime Wing Headquartersas TN-S4C for effective co-ordination between the Central and State law enforcement agencies

The Hindu 21 Aug 2026 12:42 am

Police eye Gen-Z network to fight crime, help cops on ground

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 11:12 pm

Alarming Rise In Crimes By Juveniles In Nalgonda District

Nalgonda recorded a rise in juvenile crimes, with 275 minors arrested in 215 cases last year, prompting concerns over drugs, theft and violent offences.

Deccan Chronicle 20 Aug 2026 10:07 pm

Mahua Maaji Criticizes Mineral Amendment Bill as Injustice to Indigenous People

Ranchi, August 20: Mahua Maaji, a Rajya Sabha MP from the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), has voiced strong opposition to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill 2026. During discussions, she emphasized the need to protect the rights of the state and stated that the party will protest against the central governments ... Read more Mahua Maaji Criticizes Mineral Amendment Bill as Injustice to Indigenous People

Udaipur Kiran 20 Aug 2026 9:59 pm

Ladakh to get J&K High Court bench, easing access to justice

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the decision in a post on Xon Thursday saying the new bench would significantly improve access to justice for people living in remote parts of Ladakh by reducing the time needed to access legal services.

The Hindu Businessline 20 Aug 2026 8:40 pm

BNP using criminal justice system as instrument of political retaliation, intimidation: Bangladeshi activists

Paris, Aug 20 (IANS) A leading international human rights organisation strongly condemned the Bangladeshi authorities move to implicate three prominent journalists in a crimes against humanity case reportedly arising from alleged statements and journalistic activities connected with the July 2024 protests in the South Asian nation. The remarks came after Bangladeshs International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) []

bhaskarlive 20 Aug 2026 8:32 pm

Hate Campaign Intensifies Ahead of Mohan Bhagwats US Visit as Justice For All Seeks to Block RSS Chief

A fresh hate campaign has emerged in the United States ahead of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwats scheduled visit, with Chicago-based organisation Justice For All launching an online petition urging the US government to deny him entry. Bhagwat is scheduled to travel to the US, Canada and the UK from August 25 at the invitation of [] The post Hate Campaign Intensifies Ahead of Mohan Bhagwats US Visit as Justice For All Seeks to Block RSS Chief appeared first on Tfipost.com .

TFIPOST 20 Aug 2026 8:14 pm

Ladakh Gets High Court Bench: Modi Government's Move To Bring Justice Closer To People

The formation of the High Court Bench in Ladakh has been approved by the Union Cabinet headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to an announcement made on Thursday by the Union Home Minister, Amit Shah. This move has

Oneindia 20 Aug 2026 7:38 pm

CJI Surya Kant hails Justice Karol as

The Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association hosted a ceremonial farewell on Wednesday for Justice Sanjay Karol, who will demit office on August 22, 2026, after a three-and-a-half-year tenure at the apex court. In his address, Chief Justice Justice Surya Kant lauded Justice Karol for his commitment to accessibility and institutional dignity, noting that the Bench loses [] The post CJI Surya Kant hails Justice Karol as a judge who lived the Constitution at SCAORA farewell appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 Aug 2026 7:37 pm

India Tightens Sugar Stock Limits For Bulk Consumers Ahead Of Festive Season

Sugar prices have climbed sharply ahead of the festive season, prompting the Indian government to further restrict how much sugar large institutional buyers can keep in stock.

indicanews 20 Aug 2026 6:32 pm

Supreme Court Constitutes High-Powered Committee to Probe Police Action Against Jantar Mantar Protesters

The panel, headed by former Supreme Court judge R. Subhash Reddy, will examine allegations ranging from the use of pellet guns and lathi charges to surveillance and violence against female protesters, alongside counter-allegations of property damage and injuries to police personnel.

theleaflet 20 Aug 2026 6:24 pm

On the Domestic Violence Law: How the PWDVA has been domesticated with dubious interpretations

Despite research showing that womens complaints under the Domestic Violence Act are overwhelmingly genuine, courts and lawmakers continue to entertain claims of misuse while the law itself remains starved of the sensitisation, procedure, and political will needed to make it work.

theleaflet 20 Aug 2026 6:17 pm

As Sheikh Hasina Plans Her Return, Can a Tribunal Accused of Fair-Trial Failures Legitimately Try International Crimes? - Part I

The ex-Bangladesh PMs return following a death sentence imposed in absentia brings renewed attention to the International Crimes Tribunals troubled record on fair trial guarantees, retrospective criminalization and capital punishment, while raising difficult questions for India over extradition.

theleaflet 20 Aug 2026 6:02 pm

Delhi High Court dismisses Lalit Modi

The Delhi High Court has dismissed fugitive businessman Lalit Modis challenge to a 2016 arbitral award directing specific performance of an agreement to sell his Vasant Vihar property to BDR Builders and Developers Private Limited. The Bench of Justice Harish Vaidyanathan Shankar held that Modi failed to establish either that the sole arbitrator was statutorily [] The post Delhi High Court dismisses Lalit Modis challenge to arbitral award over Vasant Vihar property appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 Aug 2026 5:47 pm

Supreme Court forms high-powered panel to examine police action against protesters at Jantar Mantar

The Supreme Court has constituted a five-member High-Powered Enquiry Committee (HPEC) to independently examine allegations of excessive and disproportionate use of force by police, paramilitary forces and other security personnel against protestors during demonstrations at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, and other parts of the country. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and [] The post Supreme Court forms high-powered panel to examine police action against protesters at Jantar Mantar appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 Aug 2026 5:46 pm

Supreme Court calls for greater sports participation among children in digital age

The Supreme Court on Thursday stressed the importance of sports and physical activity for children, observing that youngsters are increasingly moving away from playgrounds in the digital age. A Bench of Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta were hearing a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking recognition of the right to sports and physical literacy [] The post Supreme Court calls for greater sports participation among children in digital age appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 Aug 2026 4:23 pm

Supreme Court defers challenge to UGC caste discrimination rules as centre reconsiders framework

The Union Government is reconsidering the University Grants Commission (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions) Regulations, 2026, which were framed to address caste-based discrimination in colleges and universities, the Solicitor General told the Supreme Court on Thursday. Taking note of the submission, a Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya [] The post Supreme Court defers challenge to UGC caste discrimination rules as centre reconsiders framework appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 Aug 2026 4:23 pm

Rohingya crisis putting huge pressure on economy, fuelling crime: Army chief

Gen Waker also identifies border issues, CHT insurgency and energy crisis as major national challenges

The Daily Star 20 Aug 2026 3:48 pm

Delhi Crime Branch arrests 17 in interstate anti-cancer drug racket

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The News Mill 20 Aug 2026 2:57 pm

Mediation offers a more enduring resolution than Judicial adjudication: Justice P.S. Narasimha on Supreme Court

Supreme Court judge Justice P.S. Narasimha has underscored the transformative potential of mediation, observing that a consensual settlement arrived at by the parties themselves is often more durable and satisfying than a determination imposed through conventional judicial adjudication. Speaking about the Supreme Courts Samadhan Samaroh initiative, Justice Narasimha explained that the programme seeks to address [] The post Mediation offers a more enduring resolution than Judicial adjudication: Justice P.S. Narasimha on Supreme Courts Samadhan Samaroh appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 Aug 2026 2:51 pm

Tarun Tejpal moves Supreme Court against Bombay High Court conviction in 2013 rape case

Former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal has approached the Supreme Court challenging the Bombay High Courts recent judgment convicting him in a 2013 rape case and sentencing him to 10 years imprisonment. The petition challenging the conviction and sentence was filed on Thursday morning and is likely to be mentioned for urgent hearing, as Tejpal is [] The post Tarun Tejpal moves Supreme Court against Bombay High Court conviction in 2013 rape case appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 Aug 2026 2:39 pm

New Supreme Court Bench to hear review petitions challenging 2022 PMLA verdict

A new three-judge Bench of the Supreme Court will hear review petitions challenging the Courts July 2022 judgment in Vijay Madanlal Choudhary v. Union of India, which upheld the constitutional validity of several provisions conferring wide powers on the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA). The Bench will comprise [] The post New Supreme Court Bench to hear review petitions challenging 2022 PMLA verdict appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 Aug 2026 2:04 pm

Supreme Court Refines Bangalore Water Supply

A nine-judge bench, by majority, has refined but not overturned the triple test in Bangalore Water Supply for what counts as an industry under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947.

theleaflet 20 Aug 2026 2:03 pm

The Heart of AI is Not the Code; It is the Weights: Why Model Weights sit outside conventional Intellectual Property doctrine

As AI value shifts from source code to trained model weights, copyright and trade secret law struggle to keep pace, leaving contract drafting as the last real line of defence

theleaflet 20 Aug 2026 1:50 pm

Supreme Court: Police cannot register FIR or lead investigation under PC

The Supreme Court has held that police cannot independently register an FIR or act as the primary investigating authority for offences under the Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Selection) Act, 1994 (PC & PNDT Act). A Bench of Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice N Kotiswar Singh ruled that the Appropriate Authority constituted [] The post Supreme Court: Police cannot register FIR or lead investigation under PC & PNDT Act appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 Aug 2026 1:05 pm

TrueFoundry Launches TrueForge, Claims Up To 50% Lower Agent Operating Costs

California-based AI infrastructure company TrueFoundry has launched TrueForge, an open-source platform for building and managing AI agents, as enterprises increasingly move AI applications from experiments to production environments.

indicanews 20 Aug 2026 12:54 pm

Mushroom killer must stay in jail forever for 'truly dreadful' crime, appeal court told

Prosecutors say Erin Patterson's sentence was manifestly inadequate as it allows for the possibility of parole.

BBC 20 Aug 2026 12:38 pm

Ajay Devgn's Crime Patrol 2026 to premiere this month; know when and where to stream

Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn is all set to make his television hosting debut with the new season of Crime Patrol. Titled Crime Patrol 2026: Crime Ka Current Season, the show will bring stories inspired by cases that have shaken the nation, with the actor taking viewers through the incidents.

India TV 20 Aug 2026 12:21 pm

Karnataka High Court appoints Court Commissioners to ensure hereditary priest can perform Pooja at Chamundeshwari Temple

The Karnataka High Court has appointed two advocates as Court Commissioners to accompany a hereditary priest to the Chamundeshwari Temple in Mysuru and ascertain whether he faces any obstruction in performing his religious duties, following apprehensions that the temple administration may not comply with an earlier judicial direction. The order came in a petition moved [] The post Karnataka High Court appoints Court Commissioners to ensure hereditary priest can perform Pooja at Chamundeshwari Temple appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 Aug 2026 12:20 pm

West Bengal Court issues arrest warrant against TMC MP Mahua Moitra for repeated non-appearance

A court in West Bengals Nadia district on Wednesday issued an arrest warrant against Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra after she repeatedly failed to appear before it in an alleged hate speech case despite being served summons. The 3rd Judicial Magistrate at Krishnanagar directed immediate issuance of the warrant and fixed August 28, 2026, for [] The post West Bengal Court issues arrest warrant against TMC MP Mahua Moitra for repeated non-appearance appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 Aug 2026 12:10 pm

Supreme Court says Bangalore water supply definition of

By a 6:3 majority, the nine-judge Bench examined the correctness of the expansive interpretation accorded to Section 2(j) of the Industrial Disputes Act in the 1978 decision. While the majority found that certain facets of the celebrated triple test required refinement, it declined to unsettle disputes already pending before courts, tribunals, labour authorities and other [] The post Supreme Court says Bangalore water supply definition of Industry will continue to govern pending cases appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 Aug 2026 12:08 pm

'Toxic': Yash starrer's English trailer teases violent crime saga

The English trailer of Yash's upcoming film Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups was released on Wednesday night.

NewsBytes 20 Aug 2026 11:16 am

Brain Small Vessel Disease May Signal Kidney Problems In Older Adults: Study

Changes in the brain's small blood vessels may be linked to problems with kidney health in older adults, according to a study that found higher levels of cerebral small vessel disease were associated with poorer kidney function and higher levels of albumin in urine.

indicanews 20 Aug 2026 11:10 am

Calcutta High Court dismisses plea alleging coercive removal of mosque loudspeakers, Cites lack of evidence

A Division Bench comprising Acting Chief Justice Tapabrata Chakraborty and Justice Atarup Banerjee was hearing a plea filed by advocate Md. Danish Farooqui, who alleged that police officials had issued blanket oral directions to religious institutions, including mosques and temples, requiring the removal of loudspeakers. The petition further claimed that mosque authorities had been subjected [] The post Calcutta High Court dismisses plea alleging coercive removal of mosque loudspeakers, Cites lack of evidence appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 Aug 2026 10:24 am

PM Modi pays tribute to ex-pm Rajiv Gandhi on birth anniversary

New Delhi, Aug 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid homage to former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi on his birth anniversary. Gandhi was born on August 20, 1944 and died on May 21, 1991. On the occasion of his birth anniversary, paying homage to former Prime Minister of India, Shri Rajiv Gandhi, Modi said in a post on 'X'. Gandhi was the prime minister of India from October 31, 1984 to December 2, 1989.

Greater Kashmir 20 Aug 2026 8:56 am

Gujarat pitches technology, investment opportunities to Silicon Valley leaders

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel used a two-day visit to Silicon Valley to promote the state as a growing technology and innovation hub, while inviting U.S. investors and technology companies to participate in the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2027.

indicanews 20 Aug 2026 8:50 am

U.S. Envoy Gor Signals Review Of Jammu and Kashmir Travel Advisory

U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor has signaled a possible change in Washington's travel advisory for Jammu and Kashmir, saying the United States will reconsider its guidance for visitors to the Union Territory during his first visit to the region since taking charge.

indicanews 20 Aug 2026 8:49 am

Mumbai Cybercrime police arrest two from Bihar, Jharkhand in 48.60 lakh Boss scam

It was also found that the accused were allegedly linked to almost seven similar cases across India.

The Hindu 20 Aug 2026 8:32 am

Parents sue Palo Alto school district over religious field trip

By Ritu Jha- A group of parents and students has sued the Palo Alto Unified School District, alleging that a school-sponsored field trip to a Bay Area mosque violated requirements for religious neutrality in public schools. The lawsuit was filed by Community Members for Religious Neutrality in Public Schools, an association that includes Jewish, Hindu []

indicanews 20 Aug 2026 12:53 am

Tripura High Court orders FIR, Crime Branch probe into 2.78 kg gold seizure allegations

Agartala: The Tripura High Court has directed the state police to register a case and ordered a senior Crime Branch officer to investigate allegations that personnel from Bishalgarh police station took 2.780 kg of gold from a passenger during a vehicle interception. The case stems from an alleged incident on February 21 involving Billal Mia, [] The post Tripura High Court orders FIR, Crime Branch probe into 2.78 kg gold seizure allegations appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 19 Aug 2026 10:31 pm

Greater Logistics Efficiency: PM Modi On New Railway, Highway Projects

PM Modi said a major boost has been given to railway infrastructure and connectivity across Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.

NDTV 19 Aug 2026 10:14 pm

Is Manav Suthar India's Next Spin Leader?

Manav Suthar's 10-wicket haul against Sri Lanka showcased his skill, meticulous preparation and growing maturity, marking him as India's potential next spin leader.

Rediff 19 Aug 2026 8:16 pm