Supreme Court seeks road safety compliance report from States over highway encroachments
The Supreme Court on Monday granted all States and Union Territories four weeks to file compliance affidavits in a batch of public interest litigations relating to road safety after noting that only four States had complied with its earlier directions. Senior Advocate Atmaram Nadkarni, appearing as Amicus Curiae, informed the Bench of Justice Vikram Nath [] The post Supreme Court seeks road safety compliance report from States over highway encroachments appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court questions invocation of POCSO Act in consensual relationships
The Supreme Court on Monday questioned the invocation of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 in cases involving consensual relationships between teenagers, observing that parents often resort to criminal proceedings to preserve their honour when adolescents elope. The Bench of Justice BV Nagarathna and Justice R Mahadevan made the observations while [] The post Supreme Court questions invocation of POCSO Act in consensual relationships appeared first on India Legal .
Patna court grants anticipatory bail to Khan Sir in coaching centre firing case
The Principal District and Sessions Court in Patna on Monday granted anticipatory bail to educator Faisal Khan, popularly known as Khan Sir, in connection with the firing incident outside his coaching institute, Khan Global Studies (KGS), in Patna last month. The Court also granted anticipatory bail to three staff members of the institute and regular [] The post Patna court grants anticipatory bail to Khan Sir in coaching centre firing case appeared first on India Legal .
The Allahabad High Court has sought a response from the Uttar Pradesh government on a writ petition filed by a Shahjahanpur resident alleging that he was pressured and offered money to falsely implicate Jyotish Peeth Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati in a fabricated sexual assault case and was threatened after refusing to do so. The Division [] The post Allahabad High Court issues notice to UP on plea alleging bid to frame Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court seeks airfare regulation rules from Centre amid concerns over surge pricing
The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Union government to place before it a copy of the rules framed to regulate airfares in India while hearing a petition seeking measures to curb arbitrary and excessive fluctuations in airline ticket prices. The Bench of Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta passed the direction after the [] The post Supreme Court seeks airfare regulation rules from Centre amid concerns over surge pricing appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court seeks status report from UP SIT on Ayodhya Ram Temple fund misappropriation
The Supreme Court on Monday sought a status report from the Special Investigation Team (SIT) constituted by the Uttar Pradesh government to probe allegations of financial irregularities and embezzlement of funds collected for the construction of the Ayodhya Ram Temple. The Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice [] The post Supreme Court seeks status report from UP SIT on Ayodhya Ram Temple fund misappropriation appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Monday held that the determination of citizenship and foreigner status must be undertaken through a fair, lawful and reasonable process, while setting aside judgments of the Gauhati High Court affirming the declaration of 27 individuals as foreigners. The Bench of Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta allowed a batch of [] The post Supreme Court directs Gauhati High Court to decide afresh pleas of 27 individuals declared as foreigners appeared first on India Legal .
Justice In The Time Of AI: Supreme Court's Draft Report On AI In Courtrooms
The Supreme Court's draft AI regulations for courts seek to balance technology adoption with judicial safeguards, promoting efficiency while ensuring AI remains subordinate to human judgment, transparency, accountability, and judicial independence.
Supreme Court denies relief to Kannur Dental College Professor in Dalit student suicide case
The Supreme Court on Monday refused to grant relief to Dr M Kodanda Ram, a professor at Kannur Dental College accused of verbally harassing Dalit student Nithin Raj, who died by suicide in April, holding that the allegations against him warranted no interference at this stage. The Bench of Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep [] The post Supreme Court denies relief to Kannur Dental College Professor in Dalit student suicide case appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court stays Madras High Court order quashing appointment of 17 personal assistants to judges
The Supreme Court on Monday stayed the operation of a Madras High Court judgment that had set aside the appointments of 17 Personal Assistants (PAs) to High Court judges over alleged irregularities in the recruitment process. The Bench of Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta granted interim relief to nine of the affected appointees [] The post Supreme Court stays Madras High Court order quashing appointment of 17 personal assistants to judges appeared first on India Legal .
Chhaya Sharma, the IPS officer who led the investigation into the 2012 Nirbhaya case as DCP South Delhi, played a crucial role in building a strong prosecution amid intense public scrutiny. Her team ensured swift arrests and a meticulously documented chargesheet that withstood judicial review. Beyond this landmark case, Sharma has worked on human trafficking and womens safety issues. Her dedication to justice earned her the International Women of Courage Award in 2019.
CJI Surya Kant & CM Nayab Saini inaugurate state-of-the-art Tower of Justice in Gurugram
Gyanvapi, Mathura and Sambhal litigants reject Supreme Courts mediation proposal
The parties to the Gyanvapi mosque dispute in Varanasi, the Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Eidgah dispute in Mathura and the Shahi Jama Masjid dispute in Sambhal have declined the Supreme Courts proposal to resolve the matters through mediation, choosing instead to pursue adjudication through the regular judicial process. The decision means that the three high-profile temple-mosque [] The post Gyanvapi, Mathura and Sambhal litigants reject Supreme Courts mediation proposal appeared first on India Legal .
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has constituted four special Division Benches of the Supreme Court to exclusively hear the courts oldest pending civil and criminal matters, as part of a major administrative reform aimed at reducing the judicial backlog through structured docket management. The new roster, which came into effect on July 13, [] The post CJI Surya Kant constitutes Special Benches for exclusive hearing of oldest pending cases in Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .
Has Indias Examination Crisis Become a Humanitarian and Social Justice Issue?
by Midhat Majeed Examination failures, paper leaks, and administrative lapses devastate students, deepen inequality, undermine merit, erode public trust, and demand urgent reforms Imagine sleeping for just two hours for an entire year. Imagine studying for fourteen to sixteen hours every single day. Imagine saying no to weddings, birthdays, family gatherings, and even sleep because []
U.S. Carries Out New Strikes As Iran Targets Commercial Ships
The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified again on Sunday, July 12, as both sides exchanged military action around the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, raising fresh concerns about the stability of a ceasefire that had already come under pressure.
Nikki Haley Rules Out Run For Lindsey Grahams Senate Seat
Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley has ruled herself out of the race to succeed the late Senator Lindsey Graham, ending speculation that the prominent Indian American Republican could return to elected office.
Seattle Seahawks Sold to Khosla Family-Led Group in Record $9.612 Billion
The Seattle Seahawks have agreed to be sold to an ownership group led by the Khosla family in a deal reportedly valued at $9.612 billion, making it the most expensive sale of a professional sports franchise to date.
Tawa to dumbbells: Domestic objects are turning homes into crime scenes
Domestic murders in Delhi show a shift from knives to household items. Common objects like tawas and dumbbells are increasingly used as weapons. These killings often result from sudden rage and overwhelming emotions. Experts note that such violence is usually preceded by warning signs. Seeking help and reporting abuse can prevent fatal outcomes.
Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after brief and sudden illness
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, a powerful Republican voice on national security and one of President Donald Trump's closest allies, died Saturday, July 11 after a brief and sudden illness. He was 71.
Mumbai crime branch arrests man posing as doctor for 28 years
He arranged medical camps in Juhu and developed contacts in Bollywood
Mumbai Crime Branch arrests man for impersonating doctor for 28 years
Mumbai Crime Branch arrested a man impersonating a doctor for twenty-eight years. This arrest followed the busting of a larger fraudulent activities racket. The investigation revealed financial embezzlement of approximately ten crore rupees over three years. Multiple first information reports were registered against the accused and their associates. The operation involved several senior police officials and staff members.
Coimbatore District Police launch QR code-based platform Nizhal for anonymous reporting of crimes
Karnataka State Police to introduce e-zero FIR for reporting cybercrimes soon
In this new system, when a victim calls the 1930 cybercrime tipline, the person attending the call enters the data in the Karnataka Police IT portal and National Cybercrime Reporting Portal; the entry in the State portal generates an e-zero FIR
Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant on Sunday said his goal has been to build a judiciary that is modern and humane, which is technologically advanced but with a firm foundation in constitutional values. Speaking after inaugurating Tower of Justice, the new District Court Complex in Gurugram, on Sunday, he said, The actual importance [] The post Justice should not be denied due to economic or procedural hurdles, says CJI Surya Kant at inauguration of Tower of Justice in Gurugram appeared first on India Legal .
Washington Freedom Knock Out Texas Super Kings in Dramatic Three-Wicket Victory
Washington Freedom held their nerve in a thrilling run chase to defeat Texas Super Kings by three wickets at Grand Prairie, July 11, successfully chasing 166 with two balls remaining to eliminate TSK from Major League Cricket 2026 playoff contention.
Indian-Origin Google Engineer Fatally Shot in Georgia; Husband Charged with Murder
A 56-year-old man has been charged with murder after allegedly fatally shooting his Indian-origin wife, a senior Google engineering leader, during a domestic dispute at their home in Cobb County, Georgia, authorities said.
Meta Withdraws AI Image Feature After Privacy Backlash
Meta has discontinued a newly launched artificial intelligence feature that allowed users to generate AI images using content from public Instagram accounts, following widespread criticism from privacy advocates, creators, and users just days after its rollout.
Hindu American Organizations Participate in White House Faith Office Dialogue
Representatives of two prominent Hindu organizations in the United States participated in a dialogue hosted by the White House Faith Office, joining religious leaders from across the country to discuss issues affecting faith communities and religious liberty.
Army veteran and 1971-war-hero Captain Chunnilal alleges land-fraud in Jaisalmer, seeks justice
Manipur Government Committed to Justice for Six Naga Citizens Killed: Chief Minister
Imphal, July 11: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh reiterated on Saturday that the BJP-led state government is taking all necessary measures to ensure justice in the abduction and murder of six Naga citizens in Kangpokpi district nearly two months ago. The Chief Minister emphasized the governments commitment to justice regarding the incident that occurred ... Read more Manipur Government Committed to Justice for Six Naga Citizens Killed: Chief Minister
Anbumani demands govt jobs for families of 1987 social justice martyrs
Akhilesh Yadav Meets Family of Victim in Meerut, Demands Justice
Lucknow, July 11: The National President of the Samajwadi Party, Akhilesh Yadav, visited Meerut on Saturday to meet the family of Dalit student Lalita Gautam. He assured them of his support in their fight for justice. Yadav urged the BJP government to immediately fulfill all demands of the victims family and ensure justice for the ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Meets Family of Victim in Meerut, Demands Justice
Al to assist and not to decide equities: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant
Whether digital dispute resolution and AI enhance or disrupt access to justice depends on how thoughtfully and deliberately their use is designed, says Chief Justice Kant
Trial courts are backbone of justice delivery system, says Supreme Court Judge
A court is not merely a structure of bricks and mortar; it is a constitutional institution that inspires confidence that everyones rights will be protected under the rule of law, says Justice K.V. Viswanathan
Mediterranean Diet Linked To Better Mental Wellbeing In Older Adults
A Mediterranean-style diet may do more than protect physical health. It could also help older adults maintain better mental wellbeing, even during stressful periods such as the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study from England.
Odisha CM Orders Crime Branch Probe Into SCERT Textbook Errors, Seeks Criminal Investigation
The decision comes after an official inquiry reportedly identified nearly 2,000 language, factual and editorial errors across the textbooks, raising serious concerns over quality control in the state's school education system
Over 2.31 lakh complaints on crimes against women, children received on help desks in Punjab
Between January 1, 2023 and June 30, 2026, the Punjab Grievance Disposal (PGD) portal received 1,33,152 complaints related to crimes against women and children
Police flag 5k mule accounts in cybercrime crackdown
Indian-Origin NASA Astronaut Anil Menon To Embark On 8-Month Mission To ISS
NASA astronaut of Indian-origin Anil Menon, an emergency medicine physician, U.S. Space Force colonel, and veteran flight surgeon, is preparing to begin his first mission to the International Space Station, where he will spend about eight months carrying out scientific and medical research that could shape the future of human space exploration.
Lok Adalat offers speedy, free and amicable justice, says Ballari Principal District Judge
Nearly 5,000 cases settled amicably in National Lok Adalat held across the district
US judge seeks Gautam Adani response on possible quid pro quo behind DOJs bid to drop criminal case
A federal judge in the United States has directed Indian industrialist Gautam Adani to clarify whether he is aware of any quid pro quo, undisclosed agreement, promise, assurance, or exchange of consideration connected with the United States Department of Justices (DOJ) decision to seek dismissal of the criminal indictment against him in an alleged securities [] The post US judge seeks Gautam Adani response on possible quid pro quo behind DOJs bid to drop criminal case appeared first on India Legal .
Sikkim High Court upholds conviction of 42-year-old for abetting minors suicide
The Sikkim High Court has upheld the conviction of a 42-year-old man for sexually assaulting a 16-year-old schoolgirl and abetting her suicide, holding that the prosecution had established an unbroken chain of evidence proving that his actions drove the victim to take her own life. The Division Bench of Chief Justice A Muhamed Mustaque and [] The post Sikkim High Court upholds conviction of 42-year-old for abetting minors suicide appeared first on India Legal .
CJI Surya Kant calls for complete overhaul of alternative dispute resolution framework in India
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has called for a comprehensive overhaul of Indias alternative dispute resolution (ADR) framework, stressing that the country must build an architecture of trust that inspires confidence beyond conventional courtrooms. Delivering the inaugural address at the ADR Summit 2026 organised to mark the Silver Jubilee celebrations of the Indian [] The post CJI Surya Kant calls for complete overhaul of alternative dispute resolution framework in India appeared first on India Legal .
Bihar hate crime: Two held for forcing sindoor on womans forehead
Bihar: Two people have been arrested in relation to the harassment and forceful application of sindoor on the forehead of a Muslim woman in Bihars Nawada district. Dharmendra Kumar and Bahadur Chaudhary were among the 15 people who gheraoed the woman, forced her to remove her niqab and made her male companion apply sindoor on 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 .
Indonesia names new special crimes chief after safe raid scandal
Attorney General Sanitiar Burhanuddin has appointed Rudi Margono as the Acting Junior Attorney General for Special ...
The Delhi High Court has stayed criminal trial proceedings against two persons accused of rape, cruelty and other offences, while expressing concern over the emerging trend of complainants invoking serious sexual offence allegations in matrimonial disputes to pressure the in-laws into monetary settlements. The single-judge Bench of Justice Girish Kathpalia passed the interim order while [] The post Delhi High Court flags trend of sexual offence allegations in matrimonial disputes to secure settlements appeared first on India Legal .
The Allahabad High Court has refused to entertain a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking directions to restrain the Uttar Pradesh Police from allegedly removing portraits of prominent Iranian Shia religious leaders, including the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei and Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Al-Sistani, from private properties across the State. The Division Bench [] The post Allahabad High Court rejects PIL seeking to restrain UP Police from removing Ayatollah Khameneis portraits appeared first on India Legal .
MLC 2026: LA Knight Riders Stay On Playoff Track With 11-Run Win Over Unicorns
LA Knight Riders took another important step toward the Major League Cricket (MLC) 2026 playoffs with an 11-run win over San Francisco Unicorns at Grand Prairie, Texas, on Friday, July 10.
Narendra Modi breaks silence on Kathua, Unnao rape cases: Our daughters will get justice
I want to assure the nation that no criminal will be spared. Justice will be done. Our daughters will get justice, he said at an event to inaugurate the B.R. Ambedkar memorial in New Delhi.
MLC 2026: Tajinder, Pollard Power MI New York To Crucial Win Over Orcas
After a couple of losses, MI New York kept their Major League Cricket (MLC) 2026 playoff hopes alive with a hard-fought 17-run win over Seattle Orcas at Grand Prairie, Texas, on Friday, July 10.
Mount Sinai Appoints Indian-American Cardiologist Samin K Sharma As Clinical Cardiology Chief
Indian-American cardiologist Dr. Samin K Sharma has been appointed Chief of Clinical Cardiology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, taking on one of the top leadership roles in cardiology at one of the leading medical institutions in the United States.
President Trump Rejects Claims Israel Shared Iran Assassination Intelligence
U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday, July 10, dismissed reports that Israel had provided intelligence about a new Iranian plot to assassinate him, saying the claims were not supported by Israeli officials.
India Calls For End To Economic Embargoes, Sanctions At UN
India has renewed its opposition to unilateral economic sanctions and trade embargoes at the United Nations, saying such measures undermine national sovereignty and prevent people from enjoying basic human rights and economic development.
Gangtok, July 11 : Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai, one of the most distinguished daughters of Sikkim and the first woman from the state to become [] The post Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai, Sikkims First Woman High Court Judge, Retires As Chief Justice Of Patna High Court appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
Between January 1, 2016 and June 30, 2026, Telangana registered 31,117 cases under the POCSO Act. Of these, 16,348 cases, or 52.54%, remain pending trial, while another 2,863 cases (9.20%) are still under investigation.
Pleasanton entrepreneur Gupta launches council seat bid
Pleasanton community advocate,entrepreneur, and author Reena Gupta has launched a campaign for the District 3 seat on the Pleasanton City Council ahead of the November 2026 municipal election, positioning her candidacy around economic development, civic engagement and community infrastructure.
At colony where 3-year-old drowned, anger over civic neglect, call for justice
Justice Sudhir Singh appointed acting CJ of Patna HC
Mule Accounts, Ghost SIMs Fuel Cybercrime: Sajjanar
Highlighting the scale of the challenge, he noted that Hyderabad alone is losing nearly Rs 1 crore every day to cyber frauds, underlining the urgent need for collective action.
Delivery boy held for murder of teen girlfriend in Kandivli East within 24 hours of crime
Poojary slams Congress caste survey, calls it injustice to OBCs
Video Games May Give A Small Boost To Memory And Thinking: Study
Playing video games may do more than provide entertainment. A large review of research has found that people who play video games tend to perform slightly better on a range of cognitive tasks, including memory, attention, reasoning, and problem-solving.
Not Reporting Child Sex Abuse A Crime, Headmaster To Be Tried: Supreme Court
The court set aside orders of the trial court and the Gauhati High Court that had discharged the headmistress from prosecution for allegedly failing to report the complaint of an eight-year-old student.
The Delhi High Court on Friday dismissed the criminal appeal filed by Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti challenging his conviction in a decades-old cooperative bank fraud case, refusing to interfere with the findings and sentence recorded by the trial court. The single-judge Bench of Justice Manoj Jain upheld the conviction recorded by the Rouse Avenue Court [] The post Delhi High Court dismisses Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti plea challenging conviction in cooperative bank fraud case appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court slams Maharashtra over inaction in 2022 murder case
The Supreme Court on Friday came down heavily on the Maharashtra government over the slow progress of a murder trial, observing that while the State routinely opposes bail applications, it fails to ensure that criminal trials are conducted expeditiously. A Bench of Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah and Justice Sheel Nagu made the observations while hearing the [] The post Supreme Court slams Maharashtra over inaction in 2022 murder case appeared first on India Legal .
After Governors Race, Nirav Shah Sets Sights On U.S. Senate
Indian American epidemiologist Nirav D Shah has entered the race for the U.S. Senate from Maine after the Democratic Party's nominee, Graham Platner, withdrew from the contest following allegations of sexual assault.
Bombay High Court orders removal of fake online content against Preity Zinta
The Bombay High Court has granted interim protection to actor Preity Zinta in her suit seeking enforcement of her personality, publicity and moral rights against Google LLC, Meta Platforms, X, YouTube and several online intermediaries, directing the removal and blocking of AI-generated deepfakes, fake chatbot personas, manipulated images, GIFs and other unauthorised digital content exploiting [] The post Bombay High Court orders removal of fake online content against Preity Zinta appeared first on India Legal .
Democracies Which Divide And Those Which Unite
Democracy sounds like a pleasant, rosy word. It was defined by former U.S. President Abraham Lincoln as government by the people, for the people, and of the people.
The Supreme Court witnessed unprecedented scenes on Friday when a litigant appearing in person was forcibly removed from the courtroom after allegedly using abusive language against the Bench and hurling case papers during the hearing of his petition challenging an order of the Allahabad High Court. The incident took place before the Division Bench of [] The post Litigant removed from Supreme Court after allegedly abusing bench, throwing case papers during hearing appeared first on India Legal .
Centre appoints Justice Sudhir Singh as Acting Chief Justice of Patna High Court
The Central Government on Friday notified the appointment of Justice Sudhir Singh as the Acting Chief Justice of the Patna High Court following the retirement of Chief Justice Meenakshi M Rai. In a notification dated July 10, 2026, the President of India, exercising powers under Article 223 of the Constitution, appointed Justice Singh to perform [] The post Centre appoints Justice Sudhir Singh as Acting Chief Justice of Patna High Court appeared first on India Legal .
The Calcutta High Court on Friday directed All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) MP Abhishek Banerjee to appear before the jurisdictional Magistrate on July 15 for recording of his voice sample in connection with a criminal case arising from his alleged remarks made during the campaign for the West Bengal Assembly elections. The single-judge Bench of [] The post Calcutta High Court directs Abhishek Banerjee to give voice sample in West Bengal election campaign case appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court has held that a school official who receives a direct complaint of sexual assault from a child cannot evade the mandatory statutory duty to report the incident under Section 19 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, by conducting a private inquiry or verification and concluding that no [] The post School officials cannot conduct private inquiry before reporting child sexual abuse under POCSO: Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi High Court issues notice on Google appeal challenging Hindware trademark infringement verdict
The Delhi High Court on Friday issued notice on Googles appeal challenging a single judges judgment that restrained the company from allowing advertisers to use the registered trademark HINDWARE as a keyword trigger under its Google Ads programme and directed Google LLC and Google India to jointly pay nominal damages of Rs 30 lakh for [] The post Delhi High Court issues notice on Google appeal challenging Hindware trademark infringement verdict appeared first on India Legal .
The Madras High Court on Friday permitted the Tamil Nadu government to distribute appointment orders to the families of those killed in the 2025 Karur stampede, while clarifying that the appointments would remain purely temporary and subject to the final outcome of the pending proceedings. The Division Bench of Justice CV Karthikeyan and Justice R [] The post Karur stampede: Madras High Court tells Tamil Nadu CM to provide compassionate jobs on temporary basis appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court to hear plea seeking CBI probe in Ram Mandir donation theft
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on July 13 a batch of writ petitions seeking a court-monitored investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the alleged theft of donations from Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, along with a comprehensive forensic audit of the finances of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, which [] The post Supreme Court to hear plea seeking CBI probe in Ram Mandir donation theft appeared first on India Legal .
According to police, the fabricated poster falsely attributed a statement to Sudheeran as criticising and insulting Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan, and carried both their photos
MLC 2026: Fletcher, Narine Star As LA Knight Riders Beat Washington Freedom
The LA Knight Riders kept their Major League Cricket 2026 playoff hopes alive with an impressive 18-run victory over Washington Freedom at Grand Prairie in Texas on July 9, thanks to a strong batting display and a disciplined effort with the ball.
WhatsApp Submits Response To India On Username Feature Row
The Indian government has begun reviewing Meta-owned WhatsApp's response to concerns over its proposed username feature, as discussions continue over whether the new option could increase the risk of online fraud and identity-related scams in the country.
Israel Alerts U.S. To Alleged New Iranian Assassination Plot Against President Trump
Fresh intelligence shared by Israel with the United States has raised concerns over an alleged new Iranian plot to assassinate President Donald Trump, according to reports by The Wall Street Journal and CNN, as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to escalate following renewed strikes.
U.S. CBP Seizes $1.5 Million Cocaine Shipment Bound For Delhi
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers have seized more than USD 1.5 million worth of cocaine concealed inside audio equipment that was being shipped from the Dominican Republic to Delhi, officials said.
Desperate for justice, Vishal Agarwal has turned to the President, appealing for a prompt court hearing in his son Ketans murder case. The family's grief is compounded by the recent death of Ketans grandfather. Vishal is calling for the investigation to expedite and for the harshest consequences for those responsible for this tragedy, aiming for closure and accountability.
Chennai To Host Historic Big Bash League Season Opener
For the first time in its history, Australia's Big Bash League (BBL) will begin its season outside Australia, with Chennai set to host the opening match of the 2026-27 tournament in a landmark moment for cricket ties between India and Australia.
US Justice Department hindering probe of former Epstein ranch, New Mexico says
Jeffrey Epstein news: New Mexico's Attorney General accuses the Justice Department of delaying its investigation. He claims unredacted files on Jeffrey Epstein are being withheld. The state reopened its probe into activities at Epstein's former ranch. The Justice Department stated it responded to the state's request in June. The agency offered assistance for any federal crimes uncovered by the investigation.
Injury knocks Ashwin out for rest of Major League Cricket season
The San Francisco Unicorns confirmed that former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin will miss the remainder of the 2026 Major League Cricket season because of a right knee injury, ending his much-anticipated debut campaign in the United States after just one appearance.
Ketan Agarwal's Father Writes To President, Seeks Justice In Murder Case
In an email, he said that the family has been devastated by the loss of Ketan and the subsequent death of his father within 20 days due to grief.
Amnesty urges investigating Israeli attacks on Lebanon as war crimes
Amnesty said it reached out to Israeli authorities, who said that some of the attacks were carried out against Hezbollah military objectives, while others were eferred for examination.
Justice Santosh Hegde backs Bidadi farmers, urges govt to scrap township plan
Delhi High Court dismisses Chitra Ramkrishna plea against PC Act in NSE co-location scam case
The Delhi High Court on Thursday dismissed a petition filed by former Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of National Stock Exchange (NSE), Chitra Ramkrishna, challenging the constitutional validity of the definitions of public duty and public servant under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, holding that NSE performs functions of public importance and its [] The post Delhi High Court dismisses Chitra Ramkrishna plea against PC Act in NSE co-location scam case appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court stays criminal proceedings against Hindu man in Madhya Pradesh forced conversion case
The Supreme Court on Thursday stayed further criminal proceedings against a man accused of forcing a family in Madhya Pradesh to convert to Islam while issuing notice on his appeal challenging the Madhya Pradesh High Courts refusal to quash the criminal case. The Bench of Justice Manoj Misra and Justice Shree Chandrashekhar passed the interim [] The post Supreme Court stays criminal proceedings against Hindu man in Madhya Pradesh forced conversion case appeared first on India Legal .
