Scientists Trace Human Eye Evolution To A Tiny One-Eyed Ancestor
A tiny sea creature that lived nearly 600 million years ago may hold the key to understanding how human eyes evolved, according to a new study by researchers from Lund University in Sweden and the University of Sussex in the U.K.
Several Injured In Shooting At Seattle Food Festival
A shooting at the annual Bite of Seattle food festival left several people injured on Sunday, July 26, forcing visitors to flee in panic as police rushed to the scene at Seattle Center.
Call 181, receive justice quickly: Delhi DCW Chair Lata Gupta's first message after appointment
Netanyahu Accuses Mamdani of 'Fomenting Hate', Calls ICC War-Crimes Charges 'Bogus'
Netanyahu said he intends to be in New York in September to address the annual UN gathering of world leaders, despite the mayor's suggestion that he is not welcome
PM Modi Appoints Pralhad Joshi as Indias New Education Minister
indica News Bureau- Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has assumed additional charge as the Union Minister for Education, succeeding Dharmendra Pradhan, whose resignation was accepted by President Droupadi Murmu with immediate effect. After taking charge, on Sunday, July 26, Joshi expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for entrusting him with the responsibility. Today, I assumed []
BHOPAL Justice Ujjal Bhuyan of the Supreme Court has voiced significant concerns regarding the diminishing space for expressing divergent views in India, criticizing the increasing trend of arrests for peaceful protests and the imposition of stringent bail conditions that curtail fundamental liberties. Speaking at the 5th Justice G.P. Singh Memorial lecture organized by the National Law Institute University, Bhopal, Justice Bhuyan underscored the importance of debate and dissent as essential elements of a healthy democracy. Justice Bhuyan observed that public avenues for accommodating varied opinions are contracting, leading to situations where students protesting for their rights are arrested and face prolonged detention without bail. Even when bail is granted, [] Supreme Court Justice Expresses Concern Over Shrinking Public Space for Dissent and Restrictive Bail Conditions
Police seek heavy station upgrade for Coimbatore city cybercrime unit
The education ministers resignation happened because the young believed there is no wrong season for justice, no convenient hour at which a wrong at last becomes worth calling out.
No Law Bars Eating Chicken on Ganga: Justice Ujjal Bhuyan
Supreme Court Judge Questions Arrest of Muslim Youths, Warns Against Criminalising Dissent
What did the protest at Jantar Mantar achieve?
By Justice Markandey Katju (Justice Markandey Katju is a former Judge, Supreme Court of India, and former Chairman of the Press Council of India. The views expressed are his own.) The Cockroach Janta Party ( CJP ) protest which began on 19th June 2026 at Jantar Mantar, Delhi, ended on 25th July with the resignation []
Hate crime fell in Q2 2026 in Telangana, but theres more to this
Hyderabad:On June 27, a group of men walked into Bharat Chandra School in Armoor, in Telanganas Nizamabad district and confronted the principal in front of the police. The principal, 37-year-old Amer Khan, was slapped. The man who slapped him was Mandula Balu, the Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) town president in Armoor. The alleged offence was 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 .
Crime Branch Chargesheets Three in Rs 23 Lakh Fake Government Jobs Scam
EOW says forged appointment orders, identity cards and verification documents were used to dupe job seekers.
Dr Mandaviya hails Anahat Singh on winning historic World Junior squash title
Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, on Saturday, July 25 hailed teenage squash player Anahat Singh for becoming the first Indian to win the World Junior Squash Championship title in Ontario, Canada.
Even low doses of alcohol are detrimental to health, but not part of dietary guidelines
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CJP agitation ends, but fight for justice on: Protesters
The Cockroach Janata Party protest at Jantar Mantar concluded peacefully on Saturday evening. Organizers and supporters vowed to continue their struggle for systemic overhaul and accountability. The resignation of education minister Dharmendra Pradhan was welcomed by attendees. Protesters presented a five-point exam reform charter to the government for consideration. The CJP asserted that this victory was merely the beginning of their efforts.
Crickets Endangered Species: The Genuine All-Rounder
Cricket has always celebrated its run-machine batters and feared its lethal wicket-takers. But the icons who truly define eras are those who master both.
Study Links Frailty To Higher Risk Of Enlarged Prostate In Older Men
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Ahead of midterm polls, heres why many Americans wont vote for Republicans
By Kenneth Tiven More Americans now appear to recognize that US President Donald Trump has engaged the USA in six wars at the same time, giving voters multiple issues to oppose. The Republicans slim majority control of Congress is at risk in the midterm election just 100 days away on November 3, 2026. There is [] The post Ahead of midterm polls, heres why many Americans wont vote for Republicans appeared first on India Legal .
NVIDIA, SK Group Join Hands On USD 500 Billion AI, Chip Partnership
NVIDIA and South Korea's SK Group have unveiled an artificial intelligence and semiconductor partnership worth more than USD 500 billion, marking one of the largest AI infrastructure collaborations announced to date.
CJP Calls Off 36-Day Protest After Government Accepts Key Demands
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Saturday called off its 36-day nationwide agitation after the Centre agreed to all of the student group's key demands, including the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and assurances on compensation for families of students who died by suicide and protection for protesters.
In this second part of a wide-ranging conversation with SANJAY RAMAN SINHA, former Supreme Court judge JUSTICE JK MAHESHWARI reflects on building a High Court from the ground up, tackling judicial pendency, safeguarding judicial independence, regulating AI, defending due process, and explaining why transfers are institutional decisionsnot political punishments The post The Institution Above All appeared first on India Legal .
CJI Surya Kant calls for greater adoption of ADR, says India must emerge as global arbitration hub
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has called for greater adoption of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms to address mounting judicial pendency, saying India must position itself as a global hub for international commercial arbitration. Speaking at the SIAC Annual India Conference on Friday, the Chief Justice highlighted the scale of pending litigation, noting [] The post CJI Surya Kant calls for greater adoption of ADR, says India must emerge as global arbitration hub appeared first on India Legal .
Dharmendra Pradhan Quits After Weeks Of NEET-Linked Protests
India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday, July 25, saying he was stepping down in the larger interest of students and to ensure that the country's youth do not become trapped in a web of confusion.
In the case of a bank employees dismissal and the intervention of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, larger questions emerge about the security system of the bank and whether they were employed to protect customers in the first place The post Security Sans A System appeared first on India Legal .
The apex court pushes for uniform post-retirement benefits, arguing that judicial dignity should not depend on the state in which a judge once served The post One Bench, One Standard appeared first on India Legal .
Centre introduces Bill in Rajya Sabha seeking 3-year jail term for disrupting Vande Mataram
The Union government has introduced the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in the Rajya Sabha, seeking to extend statutory legal protection to the national song Vande Mataram by making its intentional disruption or obstruction a criminal offence punishable with imprisonment of up to three years, or fine, or both. The proposed [] The post Centre introduces Bill in Rajya Sabha seeking 3-year jail term for disrupting Vande Mataram appeared first on India Legal .
The Courtroom Beyond The Court
By Inderjit Badhwar There are moments when a seemingly routine administrative decision reveals something much larger about the age we live in. The Bar Council of Indias recent directive requiring aspiring advocates to sign an affidavit governing the ethical use of artificial intelligence, digital platforms and courtroom material is one such moment. Read casually, it [] The post The Courtroom Beyond The Court appeared first on India Legal .
The BCIs new affidavit for aspiring advocates is more than a regulatory directive. It is the legal professions response to a transformed world where court proceedings are livestreamed, judicial remarks become viral content, artificial intelligence can fabricate evidence, and public opinion often races ahead of judicial verdicts The post When The Courtroom Goes Viral appeared first on India Legal .
The Martyr Who Reclaimed The Faith
A century after Samundris death in a British prison, his extraordinary role in the Gurdwara Reform Movement is being remembered not merely as history, but as the story of a man whose courage, sacrifice and uncompromising principles helped reshape Sikh institutionsand whose legacy continues through generations The post The Martyr Who Reclaimed The Faith appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi court denies regular bail to doctor accused in NEET-UG paper leak case
A Delhi court has refused to grant regular bail to a paediatrician from Maharashtras Latur district accused in the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case, observing that the alleged conspiracy undermined the integrity of one of the countrys largest competitive examinations. Special Judge (Prevention of Corruption Act) Ajay Gupta of the Rouse Avenue Courts said [] The post Delhi court denies regular bail to doctor accused in NEET-UG paper leak case appeared first on India Legal .
The Delhi High Court has declined to entertain a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking directions to the Delhi Police to initiate criminal proceedings against persons allegedly involved in violence, arson, assaults on police personnel and damage to public property during the July 20 Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led student protest at Jantar Mantar. The Division Bench [] The post Delhi High Court declines plea seeking criminal action against protesters over assault on police, damage to public property appeared first on India Legal .
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has clarified that the Supreme Court never refused to entertain petitions relating to the ongoing student protests over alleged examination irregularities, asserting that the apex court remains accessible to every citizen and is committed to protecting fundamental rights and addressing genuine grievances in accordance with the Constitution, the [] The post Supreme Court open to every citizen, committed to hearing all genuine grievances in accordance with law: CJI Surya Kant appeared first on India Legal .
Telangana Leads Nation in Cybercrime Victim Money Restoration: TGCSB
TGCSB Director Shikha Goel said Telangana is amongst the top states in the country in using the MRM module for money restoration for victims of cybercrimes
A new report by the Peoples Union for Democratic Rights reveals that records pertaining to arrests and killing by security forces in the Maosit crackdown in Chhattisgarh raise questions on the true magnitude of arbitrary arrests and encounter killings.
Crime Branch Kashmir Files Chargesheet Against Man in Cambodia Job Fraud Case
SRINAGAR: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW), Kashmir, of the Crime Branch, Jammu and Kashmir, has filed a chargesheet against a man accused of duping a job seeker with a false promise of employment in Cambodia, where the victim was allegedly forced into online scamming instead of the promised job. According to officials, the chargesheet in []
President Trump Defends Tariffs, Says They Are Bringing Trillions In Investment
President Donald Trump has defended his administration's latest tariffs, saying they are helping bring record investment into the United States and will stand up to legal challenges.
New Bill Seeks 3-Year Halt To H-1B Visas, Tougher Rules For Foreign Workers
A Republican senator has unveiled a sweeping proposal that would dramatically reshape the H-1B visa program, including a three-year pause on new visas, a sharp reduction in annual approvals, and tougher rules for employers and foreign workers.
Justice has two standards: Er Rashid on Kashmir vs Delhi protests
NEW DELHI: Amid the ongoing disruptions in Parliament, MP Baramulla Er Rashid on Friday strongly protested against mass detentions and the bulldozing of residential houses (of militants) in Kashmir. As soon as the House assembled, Er Rashid entered the Well of the House and protested against mass detentions and the demolition of residential houses in []
Crime against women in J&K drops for third straight year
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 3,405 3,937 3,716 3,653 3,366 Source: NCRB data tabled in Lok Sabha, Unstarred Question No. 1078, July 24, 2026 Srinagar, Jul 24: Cases registered under crimes against women in Jammu and Kashmir declined to 3,366 in 2024 from 3,653 in 2023, continuing a fall that began after cases peaked at 3,937 in 2021, according to data placed before the Lok Sabha on Friday by Minister of State for Women and Child Development Savitri Thakur. The figures were tabled in reply to an unstarred question by Anil Yeshwant Desai, Lok Sabha member from Mumbai South Central and a Shiv Sena (UBT) MP, who had asked whether crime against women had increased significantly across the country and sought State and Union Territory-wise details for the last five years. The minister said the data was compiled by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) under the Ministry of Home Affairs and published in its report Crime in India, the latest edition of which covers 2024. Five-year trend According to the Annexure tabled with the answer, cases registered under crime against women in Jammu and Kashmir stood at 3,405 in 2020, rose to 3,937 in 2021, then eased to 3,716 in 2022, 3,653 in 2023 and 3,366 in 2024. The 2024 figure is about 14 percent lower than the 2021 peak. The trend in Jammu and Kashmir runs counter to the all-India pattern. Nationally, cases registered under crime against women rose every year over the same period, from 3,71,503 in 2020 to 4,41,534 in 2024, an increase of nearly 19 percent, the data showed. Ladakh, carved out as a separate Union Territory, recorded a rise over the period, with cases going up from 9 in 2020 to 34 in 2024, though the numbers remain small in absolute terms. Workplace harassment cases On sexual harassment at the workplace, Thakur said the Ministry launched the Sexual Harassment Electronic Box (SHe-Box) portal on August 29, 2024, to help complainants track cases filed with Internal Committees and Local Committees set up under the POSH Act, 2013. As of July 21, 2026, the portal had logged 510 complaints nationally, of which 208 had been disposed of, she said. The minister added that the portal is not a statutory oversight mechanism but an information aid, and that monitoring implementation of the POSH Act remains the responsibility of the concerned State and Union Territory governments. Schemes cited Responding on steps taken for women's safety, the minister listed the Women Helpline (181), the Emergency Response Support System (112), One Stop Centres, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and the Mission Shakti Portal launched in January 2025 as measures being run under the Centre's Mission Shakti umbrella scheme. She said 657 One Stop Centres across the country have been integrated with the Women Helpline to allow faster transfer of cases needing on-ground intervention. The minister also pointed to the National Commission for Women's 24x7 helpline, numbered 14490, and to the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre's portal at cybercrime.gov.in for reporting cyber offences against women and children, saying that action on such complaints rests with State and Union Territory law enforcement agencies.
Justice for Students echoes in Ponda as Cong holds protest
NT Reporter Ponda The Ponda Block Congress Committee, along with a large group of students, on Friday organised a protest at Kranti Maidan against the alleged NEET paper leak and other examination irregularities, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and comprehensive reforms to the national examination system. The protest, held under the []
Miri Piri Khalsa March sets off for Damdama Sahib with message of justice, religious freedom
UPSIFS wraps up 42-day crime scene management course; 94 UP police personnel trained
DVAC Calls for Action as Domestic Violence Deaths Surge
A recent surge in domestic violence fatalities has rattled local communities, prompting advocacy leaders to issue an urgent call for widespread vigilance, stronger prevention measures, and sustained public funding.
After a controversial elevation superseding three judges in the Nepalese Supreme Court under the Balen Shah regime, Nepals Chief Justice Manoj Sharma is on his first official visit to India, as courts across South Asia reel through varying forms of executive pressures.
AIDSO voices concern over rising crimes against women, children
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NEET is against Tamil Nadus social justice principles, say protesters
At a protest in the CPI State Office, a crowd of predominantly youngsters raised slogans calling for the complete scrapping of NEET examinations as well as the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
NDTV Exclusive: Chief Justice Surya Kant Clarifies Don't Waste Our Time Remark
It was reported wrongly that the Supreme Court declined to hear the petition, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant told NDTV
Switching Cancer Treatment Earlier May Improve Cure Rates, Study Finds
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Rajasthan Police Registers 460 E-Zero FIRs, New Cyber Crime System Shows Immediate Impact
Jaipur, July 24: Rajasthan Polices new initiative to tackle cyber fraud has shown immediate results, with seven E-Zero FIRs registered within the first 18 hours of the systems implementation. The initiative has been launched under the direction of Director General of Police (DGP) Rajeev Kumar Sharma to ensure faster action in cyber fraud cases involving ... Read more Rajasthan Police Registers 460 E-Zero FIRs, New Cyber Crime System Shows Immediate Impact
Ashiss Kumar Dash To Lead Infosys From April 2027
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KTR demands justice for students, resignation of Union Education Minister for NEET paper leak
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Crimes Against Women Fall in Jammu Kashmir for Fourth Straight Year, Lok Sabha Told
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir recorded a fourth consecutive annual decline in crimes against women in 2024, with 3,366 cases registered compared with 3,653 in 2023, while Ladakh reported an increase to 34 cases from 20 a year earlier, the Union Government informed the Lok Sabha. The figures were provided by the Ministry of Women and []
AgustaWestland case: Supreme Court grants Centre three weeks to respond to Christian Michel plea
The Supreme Court on Friday granted the Union government a final opportunity of three weeks to file its counter affidavit in the petition filed by alleged AgustaWestland middleman Christian Michel James, challenging his continued detention in connection with the alleged Rs 3,600-crore AgustaWestland VVIP helicopter procurement scam. The Bench of Justice Vikram Nath and Justice [] The post AgustaWestland case: Supreme Court grants Centre three weeks to respond to Christian Michel plea appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court bans unauthorised circulation of court proceedings on digital platforms
The Supreme Court on Friday passed an interim order prohibiting the unauthorised extraction, editing, modification, dissemination, reposting, uploading, sharing or monetisation of audio and video recordings of judicial proceedings on social media and other digital platforms without prior permission from the competent authority. The Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya [] The post Supreme Court bans unauthorised circulation of court proceedings on digital platforms appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi High Court refers plea on CJP protest violence to Chief Justice-led Bench
The petition, which came up before Justice Prateek Jalan, seeks directions for ensuring the safety and security of the citizens of Delhi from the violent protests being held under the garb of protest at Jantar Mantar
Delhi High Court questions ECI over deployment of school teachers for electoral roll revision
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Supreme Court calls for permanent reforms in conduct of NEET-UG exam
The Supreme Court has underscored the need for comprehensive structural, administrative and technological reforms in the conduct of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG), stressing that the examination ecosystem must move beyond ad hoc measures and adopt permanent institutional safeguards to preserve the integrity, transparency and credibility of one of the countrys largest high-stakes competitive examinations. [] The post Supreme Court calls for permanent reforms in conduct of NEET-UG exam appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Friday permitted an accused in a digital arrest fraud case to withdraw his special leave petition challenging the denial of bail after orally observing that such offences could justify the invocation of organised crime provisions. The matter was heard by the Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya [] The post Digital arrest fraud case: Accused withdraws bail plea after Supreme Court questions non-invocation of organised crime provisions appeared first on India Legal .
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Friday clarified that no writ petition had been filed before the Supreme Court in connection with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led protests at Delhis Jantar Mantar and criticised what he described as inaccurate and reckless media reporting suggesting that the Court had refused to grant an urgent [] The post CJI Surya Kant refutes media reports claiming Supreme Court rejected plea on CJP protests, says no writ petition was filed appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court welcomes foreign judges ahead of 60th anniversary celebrations of UNCITRAL
The Supreme Court on Friday welcomed a delegation of senior judges from five countries, with Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant introducing the visiting dignitaries in Courtroom No. 1 ahead of events marking the 60th anniversary of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL). The delegation included Nepal Chief Justice Manoj Kumar [] The post Supreme Court welcomes foreign judges ahead of 60th anniversary celebrations of UNCITRAL appeared first on India Legal .
New York Police Department investigates 2 stabbings as possible hate crimes
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Delhi High Court designates special judge to fast-track paper leak cases
The Delhi High Court has designated Judge Anu Grover Baliga as the Special Judge to exclusively hear and conduct the expeditious trial of criminal cases arising from question paper leaks and the use of unfair means in public examinations. In a notification issued on Thursday evening, the High Court appointed judge Baliga as Special Judge [] The post Delhi High Court designates special judge to fast-track paper leak cases appeared first on India Legal .
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Attendance shortage: Supreme Court grants one-time relief to law students
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U.S. Justice Department withdraws NY Times subpoenas over Trump plane report
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J&KJA holds program on Juvenile Justice
Srinagar, Jul 23: Under the guidance of Justice Sindhu Sharma, Judge, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh and Chairperson, Committee under the Juvenile Justice Act, the Jammu & Kashmir Judicial Academy today organized a Capacity-Building Programme on Juvenile Justice for the Principal Magistrates of the Juvenile Justice Boards. The programme was conducted in hybrid mode, with the Principal Magistrates from the Kashmir Division participating physically at the Academy's Mominabad Campus, Srinagar, while those from the Jammu Division joined virtually. The programme was also attended by the Newly Selected Civil Judges (Junior Division), Batch-2026, presently undergoing the Pre-Appointment Induction Training Programme. The programme was organized pursuant to the approval of the Juvenile Justice Committee, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, based on a comprehensive Training Needs Assessment undertaken by the Office of the Member Secretary, Juvenile Justice Committee. It was also aimed at facilitating implementation of the directions issued by the Supreme Court of India in Juvenile Delinquent v. State of U.P. & Others (Criminal Appeal No. 2010 of 2026), along with the Standard Operating Procedure and the communication issued by the Registrar General, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The programme commenced with a welcome address by Director, Jammu & Kashmir Judicial Academy. Naseer Ahmad Dar who highlighted the significance of the programme in strengthening the implementation of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015. He emphasized the need for a child-centric and reformative approach while underscoring the importance of continuous judicial education in enhancing the capacity of judicial officers. The inaugural session was jointly conducted by Tabassum Wani, Joint Registrar Inspection, High Court Wing, Srinagar, and Dr. Khair-ul-Nisa, Chairperson, Child Welfare Committee. The resource persons discussed the key provisions of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, including the powers and functions of Juvenile Justice Boards, child-friendly inquiry procedures, preliminary assessment under Section 15, Social Investigation Reports, the role of experts and important judicial precedents. The session featured interactive discussions and case studies emphasizing a child-centric and reformative approach. The second session, conducted by Tabassum Wani, focused on non-custodial measures, diversion and rehabilitation of children in conflict with law. Through practical case studies and discussions, the participants deliberated on bail under Section 12, preliminary assessment under Section 15, claims of juvenility, the distinction between children in conflict with law and children in need of care and protection, and the importance of safeguarding the identity and confidentiality of children. The post-lunch sessions were jointly conducted by Tabassum Qadir, Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Srinagar and Dr. Khair-ul-Nisa, who deliberated on restorative justice in juvenile justice administration. They highlighted victim-offender mediation, family group conferencing, accountability, rehabilitation and social reintegration. They emphasized trauma-informed judicial approaches, community participation and coordinated institutional support for the welfare and long-term rehabilitation of children in conflict with law. The programme witnessed active participation from the Principal Magistrates of Juvenile Justice Boards and the newly inducted Civil Judges (Junior Division), who engaged enthusiastically in the discussions and interactive sessions throughout the day. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, reaffirming the commitment of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, the Juvenile Justice Committee and the J&K Judicial Academy towards continuous judicial education and capacity building for ensuring a sensitive, rights-based and effective juvenile justice delivery system in the Union Territory.
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
Activist Wangchuk Ends 26-Day Hunger Strike; PM Modi Urges Him to Regain Health
Indian Activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his 26-day hunger strike in the presence of Union Ministers J.P. Nadda and Jitendra Singh, doctors, family members, supporters, and senior leaders of the Apex Body of Leh Ladakh on late Thursday night, July 23.
Liberal Justice Elena Kagan says the Supreme Court is not a rubber stamp for Trump
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Naidu Calls for Visible, Tech-Driven Policing to Tackle Emerging Crimes
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Kohli Advocates for Justice and Transparency Amid Protests at Jantar Mantar
New Delhi, July 24: Indian cricketer Virat Kohli has voiced his support for justice and transparency during the ongoing protests by the Cockroach Peoples Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar, addressing the issue of paper leaks. He emphasized that the future of the nation deserves fairness, transparency, and accountability. Kohli took to the social media platform ... Read more Kohli Advocates for Justice and Transparency Amid Protests at Jantar Mantar
Defamation case: Pawan Khera appears before Assam Crime Branch again
Senior Congress leader Pawan Khera appeared before Assam Police Crime Branch. This appearance is in connection with a defamation case filed by Riniki Bhuyan Sharma. Khera faces allegations regarding multiple passports and undisclosed foreign properties. He is cooperating with the ongoing investigation after receiving a summons. Khera has secured interim protection from arrest from the Supreme Court.
Womens reservation should be implemented without delimitation: Justice Hariparanthaman
If the increase in Lok Sabha seats is based on population, southern States will stand to lose adequate representation in the Lower House, says former Madras High Court judge
Justice Mittal rebukes AITA interim ECs decision to appoint observer for EGM
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Crime graph looks upward in Sivaganga district; locked homes are being targeted by miscreants
Pakistan rejects Amnesty call for war crimes probe into Kabul airstrike
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Justice Mathur noted that the governments response to the ongoing student protests amounted to repression rather than democratic engagement, and called on the government to treat criticism as central to governance.
The Bombay Bar Association condemned the use of force against protesting students while also cautioning against violence by protesters, and called for dialogue over confrontation.
Nithin Raj case: prime accused surrenders before Crime Branch, remanded
The Crime Branch had sought permission to re-arrest Dr. Ram after the Thalassery Principal Sessions Court ordered his release, ruling that investigators had failed to comply with the Supreme Courts guidelines governing arrests when he was taken into custody in Karnataka
Cybercrime police arrest two more for impersonation, cheating trader
Khalistan Separatist Pannun Backs CJP Protests, Announces $1 Million Support
The ongoing protests led by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) in New Delhi have drawn support from Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the U.S.-based leader of the banned Khalistani outfit Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), who has announced financial backing for the agitation and renewed calls for India's breakup.
Indian Gangster Nitish Kaushal To Face U.S. Racketeering Trial
An alleged member of the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria organized crime group will remain in federal custody in the United States and will be transferred to California to face racketeering conspiracy charges after a judge ruled that he posed both a flight risk and a danger to the community.
Indian-Origin Physician Gets Prison Term In Voyeurism Case
An Indian-origin doctor who secretly recorded hospital staff in a restroom at a hospital in the U.S. state of Ohio has been sentenced to six months in prison after pleading guilty to multiple voyeurism charges, according to court records.
CJP Delhi protests: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman defended the government's swift response to the NEET paper leak. She stated that arrests were made promptly, and fast-track courts will ensure speedy justice. The minister acknowledged the sensitivity of examination paper leaks affecting students' careers. She emphasized that action was taken before the Prime Minister's recent announcement.
