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The Fast Track Special Judge for Rape and POCSO Act Cases in Rangareddy district sentenced a Karnataka man to 20 years' rigorous imprisonment for raping a minor girl in 2021.
Hyderabad cybercrime police book Meta India head over posts targeting PM Modi
The cases were registered following complaints filed by S. Aravind Reddy, a businessman, and T. Saikiran Goud, a Telangana BJP activist
Petition says the July 24 order banning circulation of livestreamed proceedings is against constitutional guarantee under Article 21 of fair, just and reasonable procedure
87 hate crimes, 15 pc rise: June tracker paints grim picture
Hyderabad:India logged 87 incidents of hate crime against religious and caste minorities in June, a jump of nearly 15 per cent over the previous month, according to data compiled bySiasat.com. The attacks ranged from public beatings and mob lynchings to open threats and torture. And it was not only violence. Through the month, several public 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 .
NEET Task Force May Not Lead To Real Education Reform, Says Stanford Professor Sumit Ganguly
Following weeks of nationwide student protests over the alleged National Eligibility cum Entrance Test, or NEET (UG), paper leak, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the formation of a six-member high-powered task force aimed at overhauling India's public examination system and restoring confidence in the National Testing Agency.
U.S., India Partner On AI-Driven Soybean Breeding Project
A joint U.S.-India research project aimed at improving soybean breeding with artificial intelligence (AI), smart sensors, and next-generation wireless technologies has received more than $528,137 in funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF).
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Named East Zone Vice-Captain For Duleep Trophy
Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has taken another major step in his rapid rise after being named East Zone vice-captain for Duleep Trophy, while India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan will lead the side.
Rahul Gandhi says students deserve justice, seeks SC-monitored high-powered prob
Delhi Police has so far registered 13 FIRs and identified more than 2800 people with criminal background who participated in the protest march
A party spokesperson stated that individuals can pursue defamation cases for offensive language. He argued that criminal proceedings against protesters for objectionable speech are inappropriate. The spokesperson urged the younger generation to be mindful of their words and remarks. He also requested the police to remain calm and avoid misusing their powers. Noida Police registered a Zero FIR against a woman for alleged abusive language.
Anil Swarup: The NEET imbroglio
From darkness to lightor so I thought when I learned I would be moving from the shadowy world of coal mines, as Coal Secretary, to the seemingly promising field of school education, as Secretary, School Education and Literacy in 2016. However, I soon discovered a striking reversal. While mining in the coal sector took place underground, with mafias operating openly above ground, the 'minefield' of school education had its mafias hidden below the surface, all masked and masquerading as 'noble giants.'
The finding by the Commission headed by Justice S. Murlidhar provide a substantial evidentiary basis for investigating war crimes and crimes against humanity and, more controversially, reopen the debate on the interpretation of genocide in contemporary international law.
TGCSB, DoT step up coordination to tackle telecom-enabled cybercrime
Harsha Gangadharbatla To Lead UNC Hussman School As Interim Dean
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has appointed Indian-origin Harsha Gangadharbatla as the interim dean of the UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media following the departure of Dean Raul Reis.
Google, RAI Join Hands To Accelerate Digital Transformation For Indian Retailers
Google has partnered with the Retailers Association of India (RAI) to help small and medium retailers across the country expand their digital presence and adopt technology that can support business growth.
Have fast-track courts delivered on the promise of speedy justice? | In Focus Podcast
Prime Minister Modis fast-track courts for paper leak cases aim to tackle judicial delays, but concerns about resource constraints linger. Can they deliver the speedy justice India desperately needs?
Why Delhi Polices July 20 crackdown transgressed the Law on Use of Force
A deluge of videos document the Delhi police resorting to pellet shots, nail-studded lathis, tear gas, and even assaulting women protestors on July 20. By every metric, it impinged the principles of proportionality and minimal use of force.
The Supreme Court on Thursday reserved its decision on whether petitions challenging the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023 should be referred to a Constitution Bench. A Bench of Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice Satish Chandra Sharma was hearing a batch of petitions questioning [] The post Supreme Court reserves verdict on pleas against CEC appointment law; Examines fairness of selection process appeared first on India Legal .
The Bombay High Court on Thursday reserved its judgment on the appeal filed by the State of Goa challenging the acquittal of former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal in the 2013 sexual assault case. A Division Bench of Justice Neela Gokhale and Justice Amit Borkar Jamsandekar concluded hearings after seven sessions and reserved its verdict in [] The post Bombay High Court reserves verdict on Goas appeal against Tarun Tejpals acquittal in 2013 sexual assault case appeared first on India Legal .
AIs Dark Side: Khushi Dubeys Service Girl Exposes Cyber Crime Against Women
Mumbai, July 30: In todays digital age, while technology has become more accessible, it has also introduced new threats, especially for women. The misuse of social media and AI has emerged as a significant issue, leading to incidents of blackmail through deepfakes and fake videos. A new web series titled Service Girl aims to shed ... Read more AIs Dark Side: Khushi Dubeys Service Girl Exposes Cyber Crime Against Women
Supreme Court identifies adjacent site for Friday namaz in Bhojshala-Kamal Maula dispute
The Supreme Court on Thursday clarified its earlier interim order in the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula dispute by identifying a specific parcel of land adjoining the disputed Bhojshala complex where members of the Muslim community may offer Friday namaz between 1 pm and 3 pm. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi [] The post Supreme Court identifies adjacent site for Friday namaz in Bhojshala-Kamal Maula dispute appeared first on India Legal .
The Sleeping Giant Of Caribbean Test Cricket Has Finally Stopped Dreaming And Started Hunting
Look beyond the cold, unfeeling math of the ICC World Test Championship table for a moment. Yes, West Indies sit near the basement at 8th place with a modest 22.73% points percentage, well behind pace-setters Australia (87.50%) and South Africa (75.00%). But numbers capture position, never momentum.
India shipped 2,596 arms to Israel, risks war crimes complicity
Hyderabad:Indian companies, including three firms fully owned by the central government, continued to supply weapons, ammunition and parts to Israel through the war in Gaza, Amnesty International said in a report released on Thursday, July 30, warning that New Delhi risks complicity in violations of international law. The report, titled Made in India: The Supply 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 Delhi High Court has held that courts should ordinarily refrain from directing the de-reservation of reserved medical seats after the counselling process has commenced or concluded, observing that such directions can disrupt the statutory admission framework and prejudice the rights of other candidates. The Bench of Justice Vikas Mahajan of the Delhi High Court [] The post Delhi High Court: De-reservation of reserved medical seats after counselling not ordinarily permissible appeared first on India Legal .
Human trafficking in Nagaland taking new forms linked to cybercrime, money laundering
A senior official warned that trafficking in the state is increasingly tied to cybercrime, financial fraud and forced labour, calling for stronger awareness and intervention.
The prosecutorial process was itself a punishment, the stark cruelty of which is now apparent after his [Manmohan Singhs] exoneration by the Supreme Court, says former Union Law Minister Ashwani Kumar
Opinion: Opinion | Social Justice, Electoral Math And Battle For UP's Upper Castes
The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notice to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on an appeal filed by the Chandigarh Administration challenging a Punjab and Haryana High Court judgment that quashed an FIR against Mann and other Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders in connection with a 2020 protest over the hike in electricity tariffs. A [] The post Supreme Court issues notice to Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann on Chandigarh administrations appeal against quashing of protest FIR appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court disapproves High Court Judge hearing matter involving former client
The Supreme Court has expressed disapproval over a High Court judge entertaining proceedings involving a person who had previously been the judges client when he was practising as an advocate. A bench comprising Justices Sanjay Kumar and Sanjeev Sachdeva observed that a judge ought not to pass orders either in favour of or against a [] The post Supreme Court disapproves High Court Judge hearing matter involving former client appeared first on India Legal .
With no public document recording what was agreed between the CJP and Union Ministers J.P. Nadda and Dr. Jitendra Singh, the withdrawal of cases against protesting students will turn on prosecutorial discretion and judicial consent, not on the informal assurance itself.
The Supreme Court on Thursday directed authorities to ensure that protesters injured in the recent police action at Jantar Mantar receive appropriate medical treatment, while observing that a plea seeking a complete ban on the use of pellet guns against civilian assemblies cannot be considered in its present form as it does not challenge the [] The post Supreme Court asks authorities to ensure treatment of pellet-injured Jantar Mantar protesters; says plea against pellet gun use lacks legal challenge appeared first on India Legal .
New Delhi , July 30 : Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday demanded an independent Supreme Court-monitored high-powered committee to investigate the alleged police action against student protesters. In a post on X, Gandhi called for an impartial probe into the alleged use of force against students during the July 20 protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. Students deserve justice. An independent SC monitored high powered committee must be constituted to probe brutalities against our students, Gandhi said. Gandhi also shared a video purportedly showing the police action against the protesters. The video shows police personnel lathi-charging demonstrators, while the clip also appears to show a man in civil dress forcefully slamming a student protester carrying the Indian flag onto the road during the police action. The demand comes as Opposition MPs on Thursday staged a protest at Makar Dwar in the Parliament complex over the alleged police action against student protesters and the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. MPs from several INDIA bloc parties gathered at Makar Dwar around 10.30 am, holding placards questioning who gave the orders for the alleged police action against student protesters at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on July 20. The MPs also raised slogans demanding accountability from the Centre over the alleged use of force against students and the alleged financial irregularities in donations made to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya. The protest came hours before the Rajya Sabha was scheduled to take up the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, for consideration and passing. Earlier, Congress Rajya Sabha MP Syed Naseer said the Opposition had demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, a statement in Parliament on the alleged police action, and an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Hussain also questioned the absence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah from the debate, saying the Delhi Police functions under the Union Home Ministry and that the Home Minister should answer questions regarding the alleged police action. The Rajya Sabha is expected to begin discussion on the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, at 2 pm. The Bill, passed by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, seeks to strengthen the legal framework against examination-related malpractices by enhancing punishments for paper leaks, constituting a Special Task Force for investigations and providing for Special Fast Track Courts for time-bound trials. (ANI)
Delhi High Court refuses plea to remove DCP Sandeep Lamba from supervising police inquiry
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday dismissed a plea seeking the removal of Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (North-East) Sandeep Lamba from supervising a court-directed police inquiry, holding that mere allegations against a police officer cannot give rise to a presumption of bias. The Bench of Justice Girish Kathpalia observed that any misconduct by the [] The post Delhi High Court refuses plea to remove DCP Sandeep Lamba from supervising police inquiry appeared first on India Legal .
Chandigarh Court denies bail to Hyderabad man accused of sharing false post on PM Modi
A Chandigarh court has denied bail to Hyderabad-based Hassan Mohiduddin Siddiqui, who was arrested on April 25 for allegedly posting misleading and scandalous content about Prime Minister Narendra Modi on X. Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Sonali Singh, in an order dated July 27, held that the allegations against Siddiqui were serious and that his release [] The post Chandigarh Court denies bail to Hyderabad man accused of sharing false post on PM Modi appeared first on India Legal .
AP Child Rights Panel Chief Appeals To Public To Report Crimes
APSCPCR Chairman Vetukuri A.V.S. Suryanarayana Raju has appealed to the public to immediately dial Child Helpline 1098 to report child labour, child marriages, abuse, exploitation, or any violation of children's rights.
'Students deserve justice': Rahul Gandhi shares video claiming police brutality during NEET protest
A Bihar Congress functionary has approached the Supreme Court seeking to intervene in proceedings concerning alleged excessive use of force against students protesting over the NEET examination paper leak controversy. Dr Abul Farah Shazli, District Secretary of the District Congress Committee in Saharsa, has filed an application in the writ petition instituted by Rajya Sabha [] The post NEET paper leak protests: Bihar Congress leader moves Supreme Court seeking FIR details, protection for students from coercive action appeared first on India Legal .
The Madras High Court on Thursday refused to grant anticipatory bail to former Tamil Nadu Minister and Coimbatore South MLA Senthil Balaji in a corruption case registered by the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) over alleged large-scale irregularities in the functioning of the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC). The single-judge bench of Justice [] The post Madras High Court denies anticipatory bail to former Tamil Nadu minister Senthil Balaji in TASMAC corruption case appeared first on India Legal .
CHRIST University launches five-year global series on climate justice and carbon intelligence
Centred on the theme of carbon intelligence and the path to a carbon-neutral future, the two-day gathering officially marked the start of a five-year global series running through 2030.
Salman Rushdie Attacker Hadi Matar Convicted On Federal Terrorism Charges
Hadi Matar, the man who seriously injured author Salman Rushdie in a 2022 knife attack, has been found guilty on federal terrorism charges for carrying out the assault in support of Iran's decades-old fatwa against the novelist.
Salman Rushdie Attacker Convicted of Terrorism Charges: US Justice Dept
After just a couple of hours of deliberations, a jury found Hadi Matar guilty of all the charges against him, including engaging in an act of transnational terrorism
Major League Cricket caps record-setting season as CEO eyes Olympic boost and league expansion
Major League Cricket wrapped up its fourth season, which ran from June 18 through July 18, with a record crowd at the Oakland Coliseum. But the league's push to establish cricket as a mainstream American sport is only beginning.
The world is witnessing rise of staggering computing power to fuel artificial intelligence
The world, or at any rate some parts of it, are witnessing the rise of mind-boggling computing power needed to fuel artificial intelligence. A remarkable story in The New York Times says, From the American Midwest to the Persian Gulf, hundreds of major data centers now under construction will be turned on in the coming years. They are set to deliver an avalanche of computing power to develop and run A.I. that has no equal in the history of the technology industry, with breakthroughs that once felt revolutionary likely to become increasingly routine.
Human Rights Watch Questions Bangladesh Tribunals Fairness, Calls for Justice Reform
New York, July 30: Human Rights Watch (HRW), a leading human rights organization based in the United States, has accused Bangladeshi authorities of failing to adhere to international legal standards in the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT). The organization warned that such deficiencies could hinder victims from obtaining justice, undermine the rule of law, and lead ... Read more Human Rights Watch Questions Bangladesh Tribunals Fairness, Calls for Justice Reform
Global experts deliberate on crime, victim justice
Major Cyber Crime Bust in Mumbai: Suspect Arrested for Fraud Using Fake APK Files
Mumbai, July 29: The DB Marg police in Mumbai conducted a significant operation on Wednesday, apprehending a suspect from West Bengal involved in interstate cybercrime using counterfeit APK (Android Package Kit) files. The accused allegedly defrauded individuals of approximately 63 crore by posing as Mahanagar Gas. Authorities seized 10 mobile phones, one laptop, seven SIM ... Read more Major Cyber Crime Bust in Mumbai: Suspect Arrested for Fraud Using Fake APK Files
As Lucknow's newly appointed Police Commissioner, Tarun Gauba is set to implement a technology-driven vision for the citys safety. His strategy focuses on using data analytics to prevent crime, improving traffic management to cut down on accident rates, and bolstering cybercrime responses with advanced tools. Furthermore, he highlights the importance of addressing public concerns swiftly while ensuring a secure environment for women.
Meta Teams Up With BlackRock For $14 Billion Texas AI Data Center
Meta and BlackRock are joining forces to develop one of the largest artificial intelligence (AI) data center projects in the U.S., with a new campus in El Paso, Texas, backed by about USD 14 billion in development costs.
U.S.-Based Marvell Technology To Invest $250 Million In India, Double Workforce In Three Years
U.S.-based Marvell Technology is expanding its presence in India with a planned investment of $250 million over the next three years, underscoring the country's growing importance in the global semiconductor industry and the company's long-term growth strategy.
Police committed to making Sri Sathya Sai a crime-free district, says SP
The Supreme Courts memory is not confined to its judgments alone but also to the lives that shaped its conscience, said Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant on Thursday while unveiling the portrait of former law minister and late Senior Advocate Ashoke Kumar Sen. At the event organised by the Supreme Court Bar Association [] The post Supreme Court remembers those who shaped its conscience, CJI Surya Kant says in tribute to late Senior Advocate Ashoke Kumar Sen appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi court stays non-bailable warrant against SFI leader Aishe Ghosh in 2021 protest case
A Delhi court stayed the execution of a non-bailable warrant issued against Students Federation of India (SFI) leader Aishe Ghosh in connection with a 2021 protest case registered over a demonstration outside Bangla Bhavan. Judicial Magistrate First Class-05 of the Patiala House Courts passed the order after Ghoshs counsel submitted that she could not appear [] The post Delhi court stays non-bailable warrant against SFI leader Aishe Ghosh in 2021 protest case appeared first on India Legal .
Quote of the day by Queen Nzinga: Queen Nzinga's quote highlights the limits of persuasion when facing harmful customs. She believed force sometimes becomes necessary for those who ignore reason. Nzinga ruled Ndongo and Matamba, defending her people against colonial expansion. She skillfully used diplomacy and military strategy throughout her reign.
Rajya Sabha Passes Vande Mataram Bill, Making Insult to National Song a Crime
Opposition stages walkout as Upper House clears amendment to extend legal protection to Vande Mataram.
Supreme Court uproar case: Delhi Court releases two suspended law students on bail
A Delhi court has granted bail to two suspended Lucknow University law students arrested for allegedly disrupting proceedings inside the Supreme Court, observing that while their conduct was condemnable, continued pre-trial detention was unwarranted after completion of the investigation. Judicial Magistrate Ravi of Patiala House Courts granted bail to Prabal Pratap Singh and Chander Bhan [] The post Supreme Court uproar case: Delhi Court releases two suspended law students on bail appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi High Court orders takedown of content violating personality rights of Yuvraj Singh
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday directed the removal of online content found to be violating the personality rights of former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh, while declining to pass a blanket order for the takedown of future content at this stage. The single-judge Bench of Justice Jyoti Singh ordered the removal of the URLs specifically [] The post Delhi High Court orders takedown of content violating personality rights of Yuvraj Singh appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court has granted bail to two accused booked under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, after taking note of their prolonged incarceration for nearly 12 years and the slow progress of the trial. A Bench of Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta observed that continued detention, in circumstances where the trial was [] The post Supreme Court grants bail to two UAPA accused after 12 years in custody, cites Article 21 Right to speedy trial appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Wednesday held that the Central Government has the legislative competence to introduce a mechanism for granting post-facto environmental clearances (ECs), but such a framework can only be created through a valid statutory notification issued under Section 3 of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, and not through an executive or administrative office [] The post Supreme Court quashes 2021 Office Memorandum on post-facto environmental clearances, says Centre must act through statutory notification appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court refused to interfere with its earlier order permitting the nationwide release of the animated film Mahaprabhu Jagannath, dismissing applications moved by the Odisha government and the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration seeking reconsideration of the decision. A Bench comprising Justice BV Nagarathna and Justice R Mahadevan reiterated that it would not curtail artistic [] The post Supreme Court declines to modify order allowing release of Mahaprabhu Jagannath film, says courts cannot judge artistic expression appeared first on India Legal .
Babri Masjid demolition remarks: Bombay High Court quashes externment orders against SDPI leaders
The Bombay High Court has quashed externment orders issued by the Mumbai Police against two office-bearers of the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI), holding that the action failed to satisfy the statutory requirements under the Maharashtra Police Act and amounted to an unjustified restriction on the petitioners fundamental rights. The single-judge Bench of Justice [] The post Babri Masjid demolition remarks: Bombay High Court quashes externment orders against SDPI leaders appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Wednesday accepted the Central Bureau of Investigations (CBI) decision to give a clean chit to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh in a case linked to the allocation of coal blocks, formally closing the proceedings against him. A Bench of the Court recorded the CBIs submission that its investigation had found [] The post Supreme Court accepts CBIs closure report exonerating late PM Manmohan Singh in coal block allocation case appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court has sought the Union governments response to a petition challenging the constitutional validity of the proviso to Section 2(k) of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026, which allegedly narrows the statutory definition of a transgender person. A Bench of the Court issued notice to the Centre after hearing the [] The post Supreme Court issues notice on plea challenging amended definition of transgender person under 2026 law appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court: NCSC can recommend action but cannot pass enforceable orders
The Supreme Court has held that the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) is not vested with adjudicatory powers and cannot issue binding or enforceable directions while examining complaints. Its constitutional role is confined to investigating grievances, monitoring safeguards for Scheduled Castes and making recommendations to the competent authorities. A Bench of Justices Sanjay Karol [] The post Supreme Court: NCSC can recommend action but cannot pass enforceable orders appeared first on India Legal .
Businessman Raj Kundra has moved the Bombay High Court seeking to set aside a special courts order taking cognisance of the Enforcement Directorates (ED) supplementary prosecution complaint and the summons issued to him in an alleged Bitcoin-linked money laundering case. The petition, filed before Justice Ashwin D Bhobe, questions the legality of the January 5 [] The post Raj Kundra challenges PMLA courts cognisance order, ED summons before Bombay High Court in Bitcoin case appeared first on India Legal .
Crime Branch Kashmir Secures Conviction In Fake Certificate Recruitment Fraud
Srinagar: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir, formerly Crime Branch Kashmir, has secured the conviction of a man for fraudulently securing a job in the police by using a fake qualification certificate. In a handout, the CBK said that a court in Srinagar convicted Nazir Ahmad Malik, son of Abdul Aziz Malik, resident of Budgam, []
Indian-Origin Mail Carrier Dies In Triple-Digit Texas Heat
The death of an Indian-origin postal worker during a mail delivery in Texas has triggered a federal workplace safety investigation as the state continues to face extreme summer heat.
Tesla Expands India Presence With Service Center, Model Y Test Drives
Tesla is expanding its presence in India by strengthening both its customer service network and vehicle experience in Pune, a key market for electric vehicle adoption in Maharashtra.
U.S., Saudi Arabia Launch Airstrikes On Iran-Backed Groups In Iraq
Military tensions in the Middle East escalated on Tuesday, July 28, after the U.S. and Saudi Arabia launched coordinated airstrikes against Iran-aligned groups in eastern Iraq, following a wave of drone attacks targeting American troops and Saudi energy facilities.
Trump Admin Changes Asylum Process To Speed Up Cases
The Trump administration has introduced a major change to the U.S. asylum process that will allow immigration officials to send some asylum applications directly to immigration judges without first interviewing applicants, a move officials say will help reduce a growing backlog of cases.
Ex-Citigroup managing director sentenced to 30 years in prison for sex crimes
A Harvard-educated former managing director at Citigroup Inc. has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for sex crimes that prosecutors say occurred over a 10-year period
Short: Supreme Court's Push for Special Courts Tests India's Criminal Justice System
The English Version Of Justice Kurian Joseph Committees Findings, Tabled In Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, Is Available Through A Private Publishing House For Rs 699. It Raises Questions Over Commercial Exploitation Of State Property
A.P. High Court Chief Justice launches JOHA health assurance app
Drugs, cybercrime key challenges before police: DG&IGP MA Saleem
The petition filed by a former Special Director in the Intelligence Bureau and two victims of the RAF firing claims that the RAF fired metallic pellets suddenly into the crowd on July 20.
The Court directed that no coercive action be taken against protesting students, ordered preservation of CCTV and drone footage, and issued notices to Delhi and six other states over the crackdown.
SC on digital arrest: The Supreme Court suggested defining digital arrests as a standalone criminal offense. Existing laws may prove insufficient for evolving online crimes like deepfakes. The government is preparing a draft bill to address these emerging cyber threats. The court also indicated freezing accused persons' assets based on evidence. This move aims to tackle the growing menace of cyber fraud effectively.
Kerala Crime Branch begins detailed probe into bus drivers death in Kollam
The District Police Chief (Kollam Rural) says a thorough and transparent probe is under way and strict action will be taken if any police negligence or brutality is uncovered during the investigation
New U.S. Tariffs Unlikely To Hit Indias Electronics Exports: MeitY
India's electronics exports are expected to remain largely protected from the latest U.S. tariff measures, with most electronics and semiconductor-related shipments continuing to qualify for exemptions, according to S. Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
Padilla Renews Push For Green Card Pathway For H-1B Visa Holders
Millions of long-term immigrants living in the United States, including many H-1B visa holders, could become eligible for lawful permanent residency under a bill that Democratic Senator Alex Padilla is once again urging Congress to pass.
Centre summons Meta global policy chief over removal of PM Modis Facebook post on paper leaks
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has summoned Metas global head of public policy after the company briefly removed a Facebook post by Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed to the nations youth. The government is treating the incident as a serious compliance issue under the Information Technology (IT) Rules governing the handling of [] The post Centre summons Meta global policy chief over removal of PM Modis Facebook post on paper leaks appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court questions legal basis of plea challenging EWS eligibility criteria for NEET AIQ
The Supreme Court on Tuesday questioned the challenge to the eligibility criteria prescribed for determining beneficiaries under the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) reservation in the All India Quota (AIQ) for NEET admissions, observing that the annual family income ceiling of Rs 8 lakh appeared, at first glance, to be a reasonable criterion. A Bench of [] The post Supreme Court questions legal basis of plea challenging EWS eligibility criteria for NEET AIQ appeared first on India Legal .
The Digital Silk Road: Chinas Expanding Digital Footprint And Its Global Implications
When China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) was announced by President Xi Jinping in 2013, most observers saw it as an ambitious plan to connect continents through ports, highways, rail corridors, and industrial parks. That was the visible story.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday suggested that the Union government define digital arrest as a standalone offence under criminal law with stringent punishment and provisions to freeze the assets of accused persons once a prima facie case is established. A Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V. Mohana [] The post Supreme Court asks Centre to define digital arrests as distinct crime, suggests asset freeze mechanism for accused appeared first on India Legal .
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday refused to transfer a court-directed police inquiry from the administrative supervision of Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (North-East) Sandeep Lamba, rejecting a plea that sought his removal on the ground of an alleged apprehension of bias following viral videos purportedly showing him slapping a woman during the recent Cockroach [] The post Delhi High Court rejects plea to shift probe from policeman facing slapping allegations during CJP protest appeared first on India Legal .
The Union government on Tuesday raised a preliminary objection before the Delhi High Court to the maintainability of applications seeking a stay on the show cause notice issued by the Estate Officer on June 29 under the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act, 1971. Appearing before Justice Avneesh Jhingan, the Centre contended that the [] The post Centre invokes Public Premises Act to oppose pleas challenging Delhi Gymkhana Club eviction before High Court appeared first on India Legal .
Crime Branch says the arrested, Mohammed Farid, 60, is an active member of a gang allegedly involved in several similar thefts across Kerala, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh
Mumbai Crime Branch Summons Whistleblower in MPSC Drug Inspector Exam Leak Case
Mumbai, July 28: The investigation into the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) Drug Inspector recruitment exam leak has intensified. Rishikesh Gangarde, who claimed the exam paper was leaked, has been summoned by the Mumbai Crime Branch for questioning. On Tuesday, Rishikesh arrived at the Crime Branch office with his lawyer, where the interrogation is ongoing. ... Read more Mumbai Crime Branch Summons Whistleblower in MPSC Drug Inspector Exam Leak Case
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognisance of allegations of excessive force used by the Delhi Police against student protesters during the July 20 demonstration at Jantar Mantar and issued a notice to the Delhi Police Commissioner seeking a detailed response. In an order passed on July 25, the Commission acted [] The post NHRC takes suo motu cognisance of alleged police excess during CJP protest, seeks report from Delhi Police appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Tuesday indicated that it may constitute a Special Investigation Team (SIT), headed by a retired Supreme Court judge, to inquire into allegations of violence during the recent student protests over examination paper leaks and other alleged irregularities. The Court also directed the immediate release of students detained or arrested in connection [] The post Jantar Mantar protest: Supreme Court directs immediate release of students without criminal record, to order SIT probe appeared first on India Legal .
