After visiting drought-hit villages in Vijayanagara, the Minister says the report would be placed before Chief Minister for early relief measures
What he did was worse than crimes: Trump wants DOJ to go after Fauci following contempt vote
Cheap publicity: SC dismisses plea seeking criminal probe into Justice Yashwant Varma cash incident
The Supreme Court dismissed a plea seeking criminal action against former judge Yashwant Varma. This petition was filed over alleged burnt currency notes found at his residence. The court deemed the plea as an attempt for cheap publicity and refused to entertain it. Earlier, an inquiry panel had found substance in allegations of cash at the judge's residence. Justice Varma had resigned from his position following these controversies and investigations.
Supreme Court rejects plea for criminal probe into Justice Yashwant Varma cash case
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'Not in favour of bulldozer justice', says HC; grants doctor to remove structure
The order was passed by the Bombay High Court's Kolhapur Bench while hearing a petition challenging demolition notices issued by the Satara Municipal Council
New Delhi, August 7: The E-Courts Mission Mode Project in India has transformed the paper-based judicial system into a digital and trackable justice delivery system. Since 2014, case filings and resolutions have nearly tripled. Courts are now resolving more cases each year than are being filed. According to a fact sheet released by the government ... Read more E-Courts Project Revolutionizes Justice System in India, Triples Case Filings and Resolutions Since 2014
Telangana Tops National Rankings For Cybercrime Response
Telangana ranks first nationally in cybercrime prevention and investigation across nine key parameters
Supreme Court dismisses plea for SIT probe in Justice Varma case
Justice P.S. Narasimha observed orally that the petition filed by Ghanshyam Upadhyay was a shot at cheap publicity
Supreme Court told purported audio linking Biren Singh to Manipur Violence was tampered with
The Union Government on Friday informed the Supreme Court that an audio recording purportedly implicating former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh in the 2023 ethnic violence had been manipulated and could not be relied upon, citing the findings of a forensic examination conducted by the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Gandhinagar. The submission was [] The post Supreme Court told purported audio linking Biren Singh to Manipur Violence was tampered with appeared first on India Legal .
Speaking to NDTV in Hindi, Justice Abha Nayar Patel described the reception she received during her visit to the Supreme Court of India as one of the golden moments of her life.
Supreme Court seeks reply from Centre in batch of pleas challenging social media account suspensions
The Supreme Court has sought the Union Governments response to a batch of petitions raising questions over the suspension and blocking of social media accounts, agreeing to examine the legal issues surrounding the exercise of powers under the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the safeguards available to affected users. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of [] The post Supreme Court seeks reply from Centre in batch of pleas challenging social media account suspensions appeared first on India Legal .
Vadhandhi The Mystery of Mani Review: The Sasikumar-starrer succeeds in delivering a somewhat engaging crime thriller, marred by a convoluted middle act
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Supreme Court declines Mahua Moitra
The Supreme Court on Friday declined to entertain Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitras plea seeking permission to join an investigation through video conferencing in connection with an FIR registered over an alleged provocative Facebook post, observing that the relief sought did not warrant the Courts intervention. A Bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Sheel Nagu [] The post Supreme Court declines Mahua Moitras plea for virtual appearance before investigating officer in facebook post case appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court declines to reject Election petition against former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel
The Supreme Court on Friday refused to interfere with the maintainability of an election petition challenging the election of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel from the Patan Assembly constituency, holding that the issues raised by him can be adjudicated during the trial before the High Court. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya [] The post Supreme Court declines to reject Election petition against former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel appeared first on India Legal .
SC Rejects Plea Seeking FIR, Probe Into Cash Found at Justice Varma's Home
Supreme Court dismisses petition seeking a court-monitored investigation into the alleged recovery of burnt currency from former judge Yashwant Varma's Delhi residence.
For Cheap Publicity: Supreme Court On Petition In Justice Yashwant Varma Row
A huge row erupted after a pile of unaccounted cash was found at the then Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma's official bungalow in the capital in March last year.
'K-Pop Demon Hunters' writing duo developing new crime series
Danya Jimenez and Hannah McMechan, the co-writers of Netflix's global hit K-Pop Demon Hunters, are reportedly developing a new television series.
Supreme Court declines to suspend Narayan Sai
The Supreme Court has refused to suspend the life sentence imposed on Narayan Sai, son of self-styled preacher Asaram, in a 2013 rape case, while directing the Gujarat High Court to make an endeavour to dispose of his pending criminal appeal within three months. A Bench of Justices M.M. Sundresh and P.B. Varale declined to [] The post Supreme Court declines to suspend Narayan Sais life sentence in rape Case; Gujarat High Court asked to decide appeal within three months appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court stays High Court proceedings challenging Centre
The Supreme Court has stayed proceedings pending before various High Courts challenging the Union governments Sahyog portal and the legal framework governing online content takedown requests, while agreeing to examine whether the constitutional issues raised in the cases should be heard by the apex court itself. A Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya [] The post Supreme Court stays High Court proceedings challenging Centres sahyog portal appeared first on India Legal .
The Madras High Court has held that while advocates are entitled to peacefully protest the arrest of fellow members of the Bar, they cannot interfere with the statutory duty of the police to produce an arrested person before the jurisdictional court for remand. Justice D. Bharatha Chakravarthy made the observation while partially allowing a petition [] The post Madras High Court: Lawyers may protest arrests but cannot obstruct police from producing accused before court appeared first on India Legal .
Satyaki Savarkar, the grandnephew of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, has moved a Pune court seeking a structured timeline for the completion of his cross-examination in the criminal defamation proceedings against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, contending that the exercise has continued for over seven months and is causing him considerable mental anguish. The application, filed before Judicial [] The post Savarkar kin seeks time-bound cross-examination in Rahul Gandhi Defamation case,alleges prolonged questioning causing Mental distress appeared first on India Legal .
President assents to law criminalising obstruction of Vande Mataram singing
The President has given assent to the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Act, 2026, bringing into force legislation that extends statutory protection to Vande Mataram by making intentional obstruction or disruption of its rendition a punishable offence. With the amendment coming into effect, Vande Mataram, Indias National Song, now enjoys legal safeguards similar [] The post President assents to law criminalising obstruction of Vande Mataram singing appeared first on India Legal .
Revanth Applauds Telangana Cyber Security Bureau's Top Cybercrime Rank
Telangana was ranked first in the country in several cybercrime initiatives in a nationwide review meeting held by the PMO on Thursday, a senior official said.
The Union Government has informed the Supreme Court that it is formulating a comprehensive scheme for the modernisation of police forces across the country, while extending the existing Assistance to States and Union Territories for Modernisation of Police (ASUMP) scheme until March 31, 2027. The submission was made before a Bench of Justice Vikram Nath [] The post Centre tells Supreme Court comprehensive Police modernisation scheme is under consideration; Existing ASUMP extended till March 2027 appeared first on India Legal .
Foreigners Behaving Badly in Vietnam Challenge Its Communist Justice System
Vietnam is grappling with a surge in visitors, testing its Soviet-style criminal justice system as it tries to supercharge its economy through tourism.
Indian-Origin Doctoral Student Found Dead After Going Missing On California Hike
Indian-origin doctoral student Vikram Mubayi, who was pursuing a PhD in Chemical Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), has been found dead in California's Big Pine Lakes area after going missing during a solo hiking trip.
President Trump Signs Order Imposing Tariffs On Polysilicon Imports
President Donald Trump on Thursday, August 6, announced new trade restrictions on imported polysilicon, imposing a 15 percent tariff and minimum import prices on the material used in solar panels and semiconductors, while also signing two executive orders aimed at limiting birthright citizenship.
President Trump Takes Fresh Shot At Birthright Citizenship With Two New Executive Orders
President Donald Trump has signed two new executive orders aimed at limiting birthright citizenship, taking a narrower approach after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down his earlier attempt to deny citizenship to children born in the country to undocumented immigrants and temporary visitors.
Telangana tops national PRAGATI review for cybercrime management
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Two Holy Verses noted below while identical in emphasis lay stress on different aspects of imparting justice, as is apparent on finer reading of divine commands: O ye who believe! Stand firmly for justice, as witnesses to Allah, even as against yourselves, or your parents, or your kin, and whether it be (against) rich or poor: for Allah can best protect both. Follow not the lusts (of your heart) lest you swerve, and if you distort (justice) or decline to do justice, verily Allah is well acquainted with all ye do (Al Nisa: 135) O ye who believe! Stand our firmly for Allah, as witnesses to fair dealing, and let not the hatred of others to you make swerve to wrong and depart from justice. Be just: that is next to Piety: and fear Allah. For Allah is acquainted with acquainted with all ye do (Al Maidah: 08) Both the Holy Verses lay stress on justice being an attribute of Allah and doing justice without fear or favour in its essence means being witness to Allah, in other words stand firmly for Allah, as witnesses to fair dealing. The Holy Verses also emphasise that there is absolutely no space for swerving in justice, it has be fair play, even if it gets to be against yourselves, your parents, your kin, or against rich or poor. There is no room for the plea of protecting interestspersonal, or of kith and kin, or of rich or poor, as Allah is the ultimate protector. Justice has to hold, even if the subject of justice is known to harbour hatred against the one who stands to judge. Allah is acquainted with acquainted with all ye do emphasises that He is acquainted with what goes in the inner recesses of the one supposed to judge and play fair, as being just is next to piety. The motto has to justice ever and always in line with the noble saying, Let justice be done though heavens should fall
Justice for AgriGold victims brooks no delay, Naidu officials
The government will deal firmly with those trying to obstruct relief measures by approaching courts, he says, and instructs officials to speed up the auction of properties so that compensation can be disbursed to victims at the earliest
Deliver justice first, says JTCM
The Working Committee, Joint Tribes Council Manipur WC JTCM has urged all Nagas to abstain from participating in Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh
Justice Department says Duke Law School illegally considered race in admissions
The Justice Department has accused Duke Universitys law school of unlawfully considering race in admissions in the latest Trump administration action against higher education institutions
Telangana Tops Country in Cybercrime Battles
State ranked first in nation in nine criteria
Photo found from crime scene cracks triple murder case, accused held
Is it a crime to approach courts? Telangana high court questions lack of notices in land disputes
AP Strengthens Cyber Crime Prevention With Tech-Driven Strategy
He was presenting the state's initiatives at the 53rd PRAGATI meeting chaired by Prime Minister's principal secretary PK Mishra.
AI goes rogue again, this time targeting a real person, says Britain
Britains state-run AI Security Institute (AISI) has for the first time detected a high severity of deception by artificial intelligence agents which targeted a real person unpromoted in the real world.
Rights groups decry Israeli killing of Lebanese journalist as war crime
Amal Khalil, a 42-year-old reporter for Lebanese daily Al-Akhbar, and freelance camerawoman Zeinab Faraj had taken refuge in a building after an Israeli strike hit a vehicle travelling in front of theirs
Telangana tops key cybercrime initiatives in India, says PMO
Hyderabad: Telangana was ranked first in the country in several cybercrime initiatives, in a nationwide review meeting held by the Prime Ministers Office (PMO) on Thursday, August 6, a senior official said. The PRAGATI review meeting was conducted to assess the implementation and performance of various states in cybercrime as well as performance and utilisation 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 .
Bloody Criminal Rot In Jail!: Hawley Annihilates Fauci At Contempt Vote; Exposes COVID Crime
Senator Josh Hawley argued that Dr. Anthony Fauci's repeated invocation of the Fifth Amendment was not legally justified, citing Supreme Court precedent during a heated Senate hearing. Hawley claimed that immunity protections and long-standing court rulings undermined Fauci's legal defense, accusing the former NIAID director of refusing to answer questions rather than facing a genuine risk of prosecution. Watch the fiery exchange.
Telangana police rank first in tackling cybercrime nationwide
TGCSB has launched a dedicated helpline, 8712665600, to assist people with grievances related to the Grievance Redressal Mechanism and Money Restoration Module
Quote of the Day by Gregory Peck: Gregory Pecks quote, It just seems silly to me that something so right and simple has to be fought for at all, explores the importance of justice, fairness, and standing up for what is morally right. The quote suggests that values such as equality, kindness, and respect should be accepted naturally rather than requiring conflict or constant struggle. It reminds us that doing the right thing is often simple in principle, even when achieving it may require courage, perseverance, and a commitment to creating a more just and compassionate society.
Justice Vikram Nath stresses importance of questioning institutions for accountability
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MLA seeks easier arms licence norms, cite rising crime in rural Punjab
AI may augment judicial intelligence, but not replace judicial conscience: CJI Surya Kant
Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant on Thursday said the future of courts lies in blending innovation with human values while emphasising that technology must serve the people and not replace judges. Delivering the valedictory reflections at the Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association lecture on The Future of Justice Delivery: Innovation, Inclusion, and Integrity by [] The post AI may augment judicial intelligence, but not replace judicial conscience: CJI Surya Kant appeared first on India Legal .
Meta Under Fresh Scrutiny As New Delhi Reviews Compliance With Indian Laws
The Indian government continued its scrutiny of Meta on Thursday, August 6, questioning the company's global team over whether it is complying with Indian laws and meeting its responsibilities as a social media intermediary following the temporary restriction of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Facebook post last month.
USCIS Gives Officers Wider Discretion To Reject Incomplete Applications
iNDICA NEWS BUREAU- The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on Wednesday, August 5, introduced a new policy allowing immigration officers to deny benefit requests immediately if applicants fail to submit complete applications or provide the required documents to prove their eligibility. The policy, which took effect immediately, applies to both pending applications and new []
Reducing Sugar During Pregnancy And Infancy May Lower Dementia Risk
Cutting sugar intake during pregnancy and the first two years of a child's life may help reduce the risk of dementia decades later, according to a new study that points to the long-term impact of early nutrition on brain health.
Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani on Thursday, August 6, said India has a unique opportunity to lead the next phase of the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution by building practical applications at scale rather than competing in the race for advanced chips and large language models.
Gambhir Sets The Tone As India Begins Preparations For Sri Lanka Test Series
India head coach Gautam Gambhir has set the tone for the team's upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka, urging his players to be fully prepared for every challenge before the first ball is bowled in Galle on August 15.
Man booked by Madurai crime branch for cheating BJP general secretary
Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Used Canada Student Visa, Work Permit For Crime: Report
The findings, reported by Canada's Global News, stated that the gang recruited young people from India who entered Canada to study and used them for extortion, shootings, murder, and other organised crimes.
Supreme Court cuts gang rape convicts life-long sentence to statutory minimum of 20 years
The Supreme Court has reduced the sentence of a man convicted in a gang rape case from imprisonment for life till the remainder of his natural life to the statutory minimum of 20 years, while observing that crimes against women continue unabated despite social and legal progress. A Bench of Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice [] The post Supreme Court cuts gang rape convicts life-long sentence to statutory minimum of 20 years appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court has refused to grant any additional relaxation in the bail conditions imposed on Ashish Mishra, one of the principal accused in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case, holding that there was no justification at this stage to modify the safeguards governing his release. A Bench of Justices Surya Kant and K.V. Viswanathan [] The post Supreme Court declines further relaxation of bail conditions for Ashish Mishra in Lakhimpur Kheri Violence case appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi High Court directs removal of obscene, defamatory online content targeting actor Tabu
The Delhi High Court has directed the removal of objectionable and derogatory content published online against actor Tabu, holding that material of an obscene and defamatory nature cannot be permitted to remain accessible on digital platforms. Justice Saurabh Banerjee passed the interim order while hearing a suit instituted by the actor, who sought protection against [] The post Delhi High Court directs removal of obscene, defamatory online content targeting actor Tabu appeared first on India Legal .
Bombay High Court reverses Tarun Tejpals acquittal, convicts him in 2013 rape case
In a significant development in the 2013 sexual assault case involving former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal, the Bombay High Court has overturned his acquittal and convicted him for rape. A Division Bench of the High Court at Goa allowed the Goa governments appeal against the 2021 judgment of the trial court, which had acquitted Tejpal [] The post Bombay High Court reverses Tarun Tejpals acquittal, convicts him in 2013 rape case appeared first on India Legal .
K. Raju, the All India Congress Committee in-charge for Jharkhand, in a post on X, said his party supports the students agitation against paper leaks in the State.
Indias Space Sector: A Launchpad for Global Partnerships
Growing competition in outer space provides India with a unique opportunity to shape a narrative in which collaboration, rather than confrontation, drives space exploration. Recognized as a trustworthy and cost-effective spacefaring nation, India is now well placed to transform its technological advances into enduring international partnerships that contribute to scientific progress, economic growth, and sustainable development.
Emerson Appoints Indian American Rudy Sengupta As Chief Technology And AI Officer
Global automation company Emerson has appointed Indian American technology executive Rudy Sengupta as its Senior Vice President, Chief Technology and AI Officer, as the U.S.-based company expands its focus on artificial intelligence across its industrial software and automation businesses.
Terror victims families finally get justice: LG Sinha
Srinagar, Aug 05: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday handed over appointment letters to 37 Next of Kins (NoKs) of civilians who were brutally killed by terrorists, describing it as a profound honour to stand with the families of terror victims on this historic day. It is not merely about appointment letters, butit is about remembrance of martyrs, justice to terror victim families, and the reaffirmation ofour national will, Sinha said. My heartfelt tribute to the innocent civilians martyred by terrorists, and I salute the families who, after decades of anguish and wait, now hold appointment letters that restore dignity and livelihood. For several decades, the pain of terror victim families remained unacknowledged, their wounds unseen. Terrorism tore apart homes and cast futures into uncertainty, the LG added. The Lieutenant Governor said the appointment letters are not just documents of employment but symbols of social justice, recognition, and the nation's solemn promise that its martyrs will never be forgotten nor their families abandoned. He also said thatafterAugust 5, 2019, the government has dismantled the terrorecosystem to a large extent,strengthened law and order, restored equal rights, and created opportunitiesthat allowfamilies to rebuild their lives with confidence. Today's appointment letters are not just documents of employment, but they are symbols of social justice, recognition and the nation's solemn promise that its martyrs will never be forgotten, nor their families abandoned, the Lieutenant Governor said. Sinha said that the terror victim families receiving appointment letters today are among the many beneficiaries of the new order post-abrogation of Article 370. Their cases, delayed for decades, have finally been addressed. This is not compensation for loss because no money, no job, no paper can replace a loved one. It is, however, an assurance that the nation stands beside them and we are determined to help rebuild lives and restore dignity, he said. Reaffirming the government's commitment, the Lieutenant Governor said, We are absolutely resolved to dismantle the terror network, to bring its perpetrators and enablers to justice and to secure for every citizen of UT a life of peace, equality, and hope. He said that by ending the system that bred discrimination and terrorism, Prime Minister Modi made it clear that in Jammu and Kashmir, lamps of prosperity would burn not only in select palaces but also in the huts of the poor. After 33 years, a lamp has been lit in the home of martyr Wali Mohammad Wani of Shopian. On 16 July 1993, Wali Mohammad was killed by terrorists' bullets. Today, not only his family but the entire Shopian feels connected to the national mainstream, Sinha said. The Lieutenant Governor observed that peace must be anchored in opportunity. A society that trusts its institutions becomes resilient against fear. A family that receives services without discrimination becomes a stakeholder in peace and progress. A youth empowered with education and employment is empowered to fight separatism and terrorism. Appointment letters were also handed over to 32 beneficiaries under Compassionate Appointment Rules SRO-43 and Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme (RAS). The event was attended by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, DGP Nalin Prabhat, and other senior officials.
Tripuras Chief Minister Manik Saha Advocates Zero Tolerance Against Drugs and Crime
Agartala, August 6: Tripuras Chief Minister Manik Saha emphasized on Wednesday that there will be no leniency in the fight against drugs and crime. He instructed the police and administration to coordinate closely and form special task forces when necessary to combat drug trafficking and criminal activities. Addressing a virtual meeting on the task monitoring ... Read more Tripuras Chief Minister Manik Saha Advocates Zero Tolerance Against Drugs and Crime
Interpol Warns of Rising Cybercrime in Southern Africa Fueled by AI
Cape Town, August 5: Southern Africa has emerged as a primary target for cybercriminals. The region has seen a surge in ransomware, phishing, and business email fraud cases. This alarming trend was highlighted in a recent report by Interpol. Local media referenced this report on cybercrime in Africa, released on Wednesday. The 40-page African Cyber ... Read more Interpol Warns of Rising Cybercrime in Southern Africa Fueled by AI
Fake Crime Branch, Legal Know-How: Bhopal Woman's Extortion Gang Busted
Investigators believe this legal facade helped convince victims that the gang had genuine police connections, making them less likely to resist or report the crimes immediately.
'History, a tool of social justice': Resurfaced Smithsonian boss' 2025 video 'exposes' museum bias
Judge criticizes the Justice Department as he dismisses Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy case
A federal judge is decrying efforts to rewrite the history of the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol as he reluctantly dismissed the seditious conspiracy case against members of the far-right Oath Keepers extremist group at the administrations request
Supreme Court to get four more judges as Rajya Sabha passes Judge Strength Bill
The Rajya Sabha on Wednesday approved the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, paving the way for an increase in the sanctioned strength of the Supreme Court from 34 to 38 judges, including the Chief Justice of India. Union Law and Justice Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal informed the House during the debate that [] The post Supreme Court to get four more judges as Rajya Sabha passes Judge Strength Bill appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court has made it clear that State governments cannot oppose an increase in the retirement age of District Judges merely by citing the additional financial liability that may arise from their continued service. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana directed States and Union [] The post Supreme Court rejects financial burden objection to raising District Judges retirement age; states asked to reconsider appeared first on India Legal .
Paper Leaks a National Issue, Govt Committed to Justice: Soren
Jharkhand Chief Minister says recruitment exam paper leaks have become a nationwide concern as protests by job aspirants intensify.
India Set to Appoint Its First Female Chief Justice, Says Arjun Ram Meghwal
New Delhi, August 5: The Rajya Sabha discussed the Supreme Court (Judges Number) Amendment Bill, 2026, on Wednesday. This bill has already been passed by the Lok Sabha. Following the discussion, the proceedings for returning the bill were completed in the house. During the debate, Congress and its allied parties staged a walkout, while several ... Read more India Set to Appoint Its First Female Chief Justice, Says Arjun Ram Meghwal
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday directed the Commissioner of Delhi Police to undertake a comprehensive infrastructure survey of all police stations across the national capital to identify stations lacking exclusive washrooms and sanitary pad vending machines for women police personnel, and to ensure that such facilities are established in those stations. The Division Bench [] The post Delhi High Court directs Police Commissioner to survey all police stations, ensure washrooms and sanitary pad vending machines for women personnel appeared first on India Legal .
Crime Branch files chargesheet in 17-year-old RTO Jammu revenue fraud case
Jammu, Aug 5: Completing the investigation into a 17-year-old case, the Crime Branch Jammu on Wednesday filed a chargesheet in the alleged RTO Jammu revenue fraud through manipulation of one-time token tax records and the use of fake Public Service Vehicle (PSV) driving certificates, an official said. The chargesheet was filed in the court of Additional Sessions Judge (Anti-Corruption) Jammu in a case registered in 2009 under various sections of Ranbir Penal Code and Prevention of Corruption Act, a spokesman of the Crime Branch said. He said the case was registered on the basis of reliable information regarding large-scale irregularities in the functioning of the Regional Transport Office (RTO) Jammu, resulting loss to the government exchequer worth lakhs of rupees. During investigation, it was found that one-time token tax collected from vehicle owners was fraudulently recorded less amount in cash books, leading to the alleged misappropriation of over Rs 12.97 lakhs, the spokesman said. He said the investigation also unearthed the use of fake driving institute certificates, fabricated documents and forged attestations for obtaining Public Service Vehicles (PSV) driving licence endorsements. The investigation, supported by seized records, witness statements and the forensic opinion of FSL Jammu, established that fake PSV driving certificates were allegedly prepared in conspired manner by Kulbhushan Sharma, Managing Director of Shivam Institute of Driving and Maintenance, and Raj Kumar, the spokesman said. He said the beneficiaries stated that they had never undergone the mandatory training at the institute, despite certificates having been issued in their names. Investigation also revealed that records of the institute had been destroyed to conceal the fraudulent activities, the spokesman said.
Crime Branch Files Chargesheet in Rs 12.97 Lakh RTO Jammu Revenue Fraud Case
Investigation alleges under-reporting of vehicle tax collections, use of fake driving institute certificates and forged documents to obtain PSV licence endorsements
Jammu Kashmir Advancing on Justice, Development and Inclusion, says LG Sinha
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said the administrations focus was on justice, development and inclusion, asserting that lasting peace in the Union Territory must be supported by greater opportunities in education, employment and economic growth. Addressing a gathering attended by senior officials and families of terrorism victims, Sinha said timely justice for []
Ten elected members of the Uttarakhand Bar Council have approached the Supreme Court challenging a July 2026 resolution and circular issued by the Bar Council of India (BCI) prescribing the manner in which the Supreme Courts direction for 30 per cent reservation for women in State Bar Councils is to be implemented. The Bench of [] The post Supreme Court seeks BCI response on plea challenging seat expansion formula for implementing women quota in State Bar Councils appeared first on India Legal .
Uttarakhand High Court refuses to restore YouTube Channel suspended over copyright violations
The Uttarakhand High Court has refused to entertain a writ petition filed by a YouTuber seeking restoration of her YouTube channel after it was suspended over alleged copyright violations, holding that disputes arising from contractual terms cannot ordinarily be resolved under Article 226 of the Constitution. Justice Manoj Kumar Tiwari observed that the petition stemmed [] The post Uttarakhand High Court refuses to restore YouTube Channel suspended over copyright violations appeared first on India Legal .
Jammu court seeks enquiry report from Katra police in Vaishno Devi fake silver case
A court in Jammu has directed the Katra Police to submit a detailed enquiry report in connection with the alleged pilferage, adulteration and misappropriation of nearly 20 tonnes of silver offerings made by devotees at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, estimated to be worth around Rs 550 crore. Chief Judicial Magistrate Munish Kumar Manhas [] The post Jammu court seeks enquiry report from Katra police in Vaishno Devi fake silver case appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Wednesday expressed serious concern over the prolonged delay in the trial of an alleged office-bearer of the banned Popular Front of India (PFI), observing that an undertrial cannot be kept in custody indefinitely while the prosecution proposes to examine hundreds of witnesses. The Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya [] The post Supreme Court flags delay in UAPA trial, seeks prosecution plan from Karnataka in PFI officebearer case appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi High Court has held that an accused who stripped himself and a three-year-old child before rubbing his penis against the childs private parts had gone beyond the stage of mere preparation and had committed an attempt to commit aggravated penetrative sexual assault under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, even though [] The post Delhi High Court: Undressing child, rubbing genitals comes under aggravated penetrative sexual assault appeared first on India Legal .
Meet the director behind Dhandha, the Telugu micro drama redefining cybercrime stories
Journalist-turned-director Aditya Devulapalli on cybercrime, quick shoots and turning a two-minute format into a directors showreel
Calcutta High Court rejects Abhishek Banerjees foreign travel plea for eye treatment
The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday dismissed Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjees plea seeking permission to travel to the United States for eye treatment after he declined the Courts suggestion to undergo an examination before a medical board at Kolkatas SSKM Hospital. The bench of Justice Saugata Bhattacharyya observed that the Court could not independently [] The post Calcutta High Court rejects Abhishek Banerjees foreign travel plea for eye treatment appeared first on India Legal .
No Cone Speakers: Madras High Court directs State to enforce ban, Act against violators
The Madras High Court has reiterated that the use of cone loudspeakers at public and religious places is prohibited and directed the Tamil Nadu government to take strict action against those found violating the ban. Hearing a plea relating to noise pollution, Justice G.R. Swaminathan observed that despite clear government orders and repeated judicial directions [] The post No Cone Speakers: Madras High Court directs State to enforce ban, Act against violators appeared first on India Legal .
By Dr. Anupama Rambhatla- [Dr. Anupama Rambhatla is a board-certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist and dedicated Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility specialist known for her compassionate, personalized approach to care. She works at HRC Fertility.] For nearly twenty years, I was told my periods were normal. As a fertility specialist, I knew there was something wrong. For as long []
Govt jobs for terror victims kin a step towards justice, rehabilitation: LG Sinha
Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday said providing government jobs to the next of kin (NoKs) of civilian terror victims is a significant step towards justice, rehabilitation and dignified livelihood, asserting that the administration is committed to ensuring every eligible terror-affected family receives support while continuing efforts to eradicate terrorism from Jammu and Kashmir. []
Prashant Kishor Wins Bankipur, Ends BJPs 31-Year Hold On Bihar seat
Prashant Kishor scored the biggest political victory of his career on Monday, August 3, by winning the Bankipur Assembly bypoll in Bihar, ending the BJP's three-decade hold over the constituency and handing the ruling party an embarrassing setback ahead of the state's Assembly elections.
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking a judicial review of the security framework governing Parliament, observing that the issues raised are beyond the scope of its writ jurisdiction under Article 226 of the Constitution. A Division Bench of Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia held that [] The post Delhi High Court declines PIL seeking review of Parliament security framework, says issue lies beyond writ jurisdiction appeared first on India Legal .
Fun in Law proves the Law doesnt need defense from humour
Raju Z. Morays thirty stories, narrated by Gobble D. Gook, find the wit and humanity that court reports and judgments leave out.
The Supreme Court clarified that its interim directions regulating the use of audio and video recordings of court proceedings do not prevent recognised news organisations from reporting court hearings. The clarification was issued after confusion arose over the scope of the Courts earlier order, which had restricted the unauthorised use of courtroom recordings. The Bench [] The post Supreme Court allows media to report legal developments without circulating videos of court proceedings appeared first on India Legal .
