No injustice with Shopian despite financial limitations: CM Omar
Unveils 76 crore development package for district; dedicates 13 key projects Shopian: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday chaired a comprehensive review meeting of District Shopian to assess the progress of developmental works, implementation of key government schemes and the overall delivery of public services, while reiterating his governments commitment to ensuring balanced and equitable []
Marlon Brando's timeless quote, 'If we are not our brother's keeper, at least let us not be his executioner,' champions basic decency and compassion over obligation. The article highlights Brando's humanitarian convictions, emphasizing that while we can't solve all problems, we must avoid causing suffering. This profound message, rooted in empathy and restraint, remains crucial in today's divided world, urging us to choose kindness over cruelty and uphold human dignity.
West Bengal rolls out 500 24x7 cybercrime help desks across state
West Bengal has launched 24/7 Cybercrime Help Desks in 500 police stations and women's safety initiatives, including a specialized Durga Suraksha Squad. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari highlighted cybercrime's pandemic-like spread, particularly affecting senior citizens. The state aims to expedite reporting and recovery of defrauded money through these help desks, emphasizing the critical Golden Hour for swift action and coordination with the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal.
Australian Cricketer Faces Jail For Child Sex Crime. Horrifying Details Revealed
Aaron Summers, a former Australian fast bowler, faces a jail sentence after pleading guilty to charges of child sexual offences.
Indonesia strengthens Natuna defense against transnational crimes
Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs Djamari Chaniago called on military and police personnel ...
Noida Cyber Crime Police Arrest Four in 21.27 Lakh Online Fraud Case
Noida, July 2: The Noida Cyber Crime Police have made significant progress in a case involving online fraud amounting to 21.27 lakh, leading to the arrest of four suspects. This operation was conducted based on intelligence gathering and the analysis of electronic evidence. The police recovered four mobile phones used in the commission of the ... Read more Noida Cyber Crime Police Arrest Four in 21.27 Lakh Online Fraud Case
The Delhi High Court has directed the Delhi government to pay compensation of Rs 18.44 lakh to the father of a 19-year-old youth who suffered an unnatural death while in police custody at Karawal Nagar Police Station, holding that the State bears a heightened constitutional duty to protect the life and dignity of every person [] The post Delhi High Court holds State liable for custodial death of 19-year-old youth, awards Rs 18.44 lakh compensation appeared first on India Legal .
BJP's Sunil Sethi welcomes Sarla Bhat chargesheet, says justice must be delivered
Delhi High Court to direct removal of derogatory online content against Ravi Kishan
The Delhi High Court on Thursday indicated that it would pass an interim order directing the removal of obscene, pornographic and derogatory online content targeting actor-politician Ravi Kishan. The single-judge Bench of Justice Jyoti Singh was hearing a civil suit filed by Kishan seeking protection of his personality rights and the takedown of AI-generated pornographic, [] The post Delhi High Court to direct removal of derogatory online content against Ravi Kishan appeared first on India Legal .
No child can be compelled to recite Hindu prayers in government schools: Chhattisgarh High Court
The Chhattisgarh High Court on Thursday clarified that no child could be compelled to recite Hindu prayers in government schools while hearing a challenge to a state government circular introducing Hindu prayers as part of the daily routine in government educational institutions. The single-judge Bench of Justice Amitendra Kishore Prasad made these observations while hearing [] The post No child can be compelled to recite Hindu prayers in government schools: Chhattisgarh High Court appeared first on India Legal .
New Delhi, July 2: Senior Indian Information Service (IIS) officer Tariq Ahmed Rather has assumed charge as Director (Media & Communications) and Chief of Media & Communications in the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (DoSJE) under the Union Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. Rather, a Junior Administrative Grade (JAG) Group 'A' officer of the IIS, took charge at the Ministry's headquarters in New Delhi following his transfer by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting under an order issued on June 9, 2026. He was welcomed by Secretary, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Sudhansh Pant, along with Joint Secretary Monika P. Dhakate, Director Narendra Vashishta, and other senior officials. During the meeting, the Secretary underscored the importance of strengthening the Ministry's media outreach through a comprehensive and result-oriented Media Action Plan to ensure wider dissemination of the Centre's welfare schemes, programmes and initiatives across print, electronic, traditional, social and digital media platforms. Before assuming his new role, Rather served as Director (News) and Head of the Regional News Unit (RNU), Akashvani Srinagar, from November 4, 2024, to June 12, 2026. During his tenure at Akashvani Srinagar, he introduced several initiatives aimed at modernising news operations and enhancing public service broadcasting. These included the launch of an additional 10-minute daily Urdu news bulletin at 3:50 pm, which expanded the Regional News Unit's daily news coverage.
Gujarat Enhances Crime Scene Investigation with 47 Mobile Forensic Vans
Gandhinagar, July 2: In the realm of criminal investigations, timely evidence collection is crucial. It is equally important to ensure that this evidence remains uncontaminated. To address this need, Gujarat has deployed 47 Mobile Forensic Vans (MFVs) to assist police investigations. These vans are designed to secure evidence at crime scenes promptly, conduct initial examinations, ... Read more Gujarat Enhances Crime Scene Investigation with 47 Mobile Forensic Vans
Delhi High Court overturns conviction of former Army Major General Anand Kumar Kapur in DA case
A decade after a Special CBI Court convicted former Army Major General Anand Kumar Kapur in a disproportionate assets case, the Delhi High Court has acquitted him, holding that the denial of a meaningful opportunity to lead defence evidence vitiated the trial and rendered the conviction unsustainable. The single-judge Bench of Justice Jasmeet Singh allowed [] The post Delhi High Court overturns conviction of former Army Major General Anand Kumar Kapur in DA case appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Thursday declined an urgent listing of a petition challenging the Madras High Court judgment that set aside the appointments of 17 Personal Assistants (PAs) to High Court judges. The matter was mentioned before a partial court working day Bench of Justice MM Sundresh and Justice Sheel Nagu by Senior Advocate S [] The post Supreme Court declines urgent hearing on plea challenging Madras High Court verdict in PA recruitment case appeared first on India Legal .
Manipur Panchayat elections: Supreme Court upholds extension of poll deadline till October 16
The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to interfere with the Manipur High Courts order extending the deadline for conducting Panchayat elections in the state until October 16, 2026, observing that the High Court had already issued binding directions requiring the State Election Commission (SEC) to complete the electoral process within the stipulated timeframe. A partial [] The post Manipur Panchayat elections: Supreme Court upholds extension of poll deadline till October 16 appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court orders zero-tolerance for unverified AI-generated precedents in courts
The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that courts must follow a strict zero-tolerance policy against the use, citation or reliance on AI-generated judicial precedents unless their authenticity has been thoroughly verified. A Bench comprising Justice PS Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe made the observation while setting aside orders passed by the National Company Law Tribunal [] The post Supreme Court orders zero-tolerance for unverified AI-generated precedents in courts appeared first on India Legal .
Privacy and dignity must be preserved in matrimonial cases: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has emphasised that matrimonial litigation should not descend into a battle of mutual humiliation through the use of private photographs or intimate material exchanged between estranged spouses. Justice Sachin Datta made the observation while hearing a petition filed by a woman who alleged that her husband and his legal representatives had [] The post Privacy and dignity must be preserved in matrimonial cases: Delhi High Court appeared first on India Legal .
MLC 2026: Netravalkar Stars As Washington Freedom Beat LA Knight Riders By 6 Wickets
Washington Freedom made a winning start to the Pomona leg of Major League Cricket (MLC) 2026 with a six-wicket victory over the LA Knight Riders, chasing down a modest target of 109 in 17.1 overs on a pitch that offered far more assistance to the bowlers than any surface seen earlier in the tournament.
Delhi High Court refers matter to mediation in Anjana Om Kashyap-Khan Sir defamation case
The Delhi High Court has referred the defamation dispute between journalist Anjana Om Kashyap, TV Today Network and educator Faisal Khan, popularly known as Khan Sir, along with several other defendants, to mediation after observing that the parties appeared willing to explore an amicable settlement. A Single Bench of Justice Tushar Rao Gedela directed the [] The post Delhi High Court refers matter to mediation in Anjana Om Kashyap-Khan Sir defamation case appeared first on India Legal .
Support for young first-generation lawyers, women and lawyers from Dalit, Adivasi and other socially oppressed sections is tied to an overall improvement in access to justice, influencing whose experiences find representation in the legal profession.
Who pays for the Adani dismissal?: A weekly roundup on Constitution First & Editors Pick - June 2026
Last Friday, a US Federal Judge Nicholas Garauffis ordered the US Department of Justice, which is headed by the attorney general, to justify its decision to drop prosecution charges against Gautam Adani, Indias richest, and the worlds seventeenth wealthiest billionaire. This is a case that arises from a 2024 charge against Adani, and another company Azure, for bribing 2000 crore rupees to state government officials (mostly from Andhra Pradesh) to secure a contract to build a solar power plant. The DOJ was specifically involved since Adani Green Energy allegedly raised money from US investors (via bonds and other securities) without disclosing the alleged bribery.
Crime scene recreation conducted in Ketan Agrawal murder case
The accused, Chetan Chaudhari was taken to the location on July 1, 2026 morning for the exercise
Private media may face writ petitions when performing public functions: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has held that private media organisations can be subjected to writ jurisdiction under Article 226 of the Constitution if they perform public functions and are accused of violating fundamental rights. The Court observed that although a media house may be privately owned, its role in informing the [] The post Private media may face writ petitions when performing public functions: Delhi High Court appeared first on India Legal .
Representation of the People Act does not extend to municipal polls: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has clarified that the provisions of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 (RPA), cannot be applied to elections held for municipal bodies, as the law is specifically meant to govern elections to Parliament and State Legislatures. The ruling came in a case involving a woman candidate who contested the 2015 municipal [] The post Representation of the People Act does not extend to municipal polls: Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court to hear Meghalayas urgent plea against bail for honeymoon murder suspect
The State of Meghalaya has moved the Supreme Court challenging the Meghalaya High Courts decision upholding the bail granted to Sonam Raghuvanshi, the main accused in the alleged May 2025 honeymoon murder of her husband, Raja Raghuvanshi. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta mentioned the States plea before a partial working days Bench led by Justice MM [] The post Supreme Court to hear Meghalayas urgent plea against bail for honeymoon murder suspect appeared first on India Legal .
FIFA World Cup: Balogun Sent Off After Goal As U.S. Advances To Round Of 16
Folarin Balogun experienced both celebration and disappointment as the United States advanced to the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 with a 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday, July 1, scoring the opening goal before being sent off early in the second half.
U.S. Removes India-Based Firms From Russia-Related Sanctions List
The U.S. has removed four Indian companies from its sanctions list, reversing restrictions that had been imposed over allegations that they supplied advanced technology and equipment to support Russia's military-industrial base.
President Trump Ties Theodore Roosevelts Legacy To Americas 250th Anniversary
With the United States preparing to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, President Donald Trump used the dedication of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora, North Dakota, on July 1 to urge Americans to embrace what he described as the nation's enduring values of courage, patriotism and ambition.
Tariq Rather takes over as Chief of Media & Communications in Social Justice Ministry
New Delhi, Jul 01: Tariq Ahmed Rather, a Junior Administrative Grade (JAG), Group 'A' officer of the Indian Information Service (IIS), has assumed charge asDirector (Media & Communications) and Chief of Media & Communicationsin the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (DoSJE), Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, at its headquarters in New Delhi. Secretary, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Sudhansh Pant, along with Joint Secretary Monika P. Dhakate, DirectorNarendra Vashishta, and other senior officers, welcomed Rather to the Ministry. During a special meeting, the Secretary emphasised the need for the Ministry's Media Division to pursue a robust, effective, and result-oriented Media Action Plan aimed at reaching the masses with the Central Government's welfare schemes, programmes, initiatives, and policies through print, electronic, traditional, social, and digital media platforms. Tariq Rather has joined the Ministry following his transfer under an order issued by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting on June 9, 2026. Before his new assignment, he served asDirector (News) and Head of the Regional News Unit (RNU), Akashvani Srinagar, from November 4, 2024, to June 12, 2026. During his nearly 20-month tenure at Akashvani Srinagar, Rather introduced several key reforms aligned with modern broadcasting standards and public service objectives. Among the notable initiatives was the launch of an additional10-minute daily Urdu News Bulletin, broadcast at3:50 PM, significantly enhancing the unit's news output. He also worked towards fostering a culture of professionalism, transparency, fairness, and accountability within the Regional News Unit, creating an environment that enabled staff across all categories to grow, excel, and contribute more effectively to public service broadcasting. In addition, he facilitated the establishment of several key infrastructural and operational facilities that improved the overall efficiency and ease of functioning of the News Section. Over the course of his career, Tariq Rather has served in various organisations under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, including thePress Information Bureau (PIB),Central Bureau of Communication (formerly Directorate of Field Publicity),Akashvani&Doordarshan Kendra, both within and outside Jammu & Kashmir. He has participated in several prestigious national and international assignments, including media coverage of high-profile VVIP visits abroad, earning recognition for his professional contributions to government communication and public information dissemination.
Akhileshs bday: Yogi wishes good health, Rahul renews resolve for social justice
By Mayank Chhaya- Going into effect from today in China is what is seemingly harmless sounding Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress but it has caused worldwide concern and condemnation. In reality, it is meant to impose state-defined national identity dominated by the Han Chinese on ethnic minorities, according to its critics. The Tibetan []
Pune Police Rely On Gait Analysis To Link Co-Accused To Lohagad Fort Crime Scene
The exercise was aimed at verifying the sighting through forensic gait-matching, which refers to the study of human movement during walking or running, mostly used by police for suspects captured on videos or CCTVs.
Heinous crimes dip 8% in city, thefts at 10-year low
Tariq A Rather Assumes Charge as Director (Media & Communications) in Social Justice Ministry
Tariq Ahmed Rather joins the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment as Director (Media & Communications) following his transfer from Akashvani Srinagar
GST has transformed indirect tax system, says High Court Chief Justice
We Are Half Dead: Gurugram Family Seeks Justice For Son Run Over By Thar
Sarthak Mattoo's bike was struck by a speeding Thar in New Delhi's Vasant Kunj and he was left to die.
India Likely To Issue Notice To WhatsApp Over Username Feature
The Indian government is considering issuing a notice to Meta over WhatsApp's upcoming username feature, amid concerns that it could be misused for fraud, impersonation, and misinformation.
Indian H-1B Professional Dies In Kansas Flash Flood
An Indian technology professional living in the United States died after his vehicle was swept away by flash floodwaters during severe storms in Kansas, prompting the Indian Consulate in Houston to coordinate with local authorities and support his family.
An Invitation From The Supreme Leader Of Iran
Two days ago, I received this invitation from the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khameini (through the Iranian Embassy in India, New Delhi).
Justice for Ayodhya Temple Theft Victims Essential, Says Alok Kumar
New Delhi, July 1: Alok Kumar, the international president of the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP), stated that the resolution of the theft case involving donations at the Ayodhya Ram Temple hinges on the legal punishment of all accused. He emphasized that only when justice is served will the hurt feelings of Hindus, affected by the ... Read more Justice for Ayodhya Temple Theft Victims Essential, Says Alok Kumar
Punish if guilty, give justice if innocent: Family of arrested man in Ram temple donation theft case
The family of Avinash Shukla, arrested in connection with alleged theft of Ram temple donations in Ayodhya, has appealed for justice, stating he should be punished if guilty but freed if innocent. Avinash, involved in the temple's cash reconciliation, was questioned in jail. His father expressed distress over the family's tarnished reputation, while his mother emphasized their upbringing in honesty.
The family of Avinash Shukla, arrested in connection with alleged theft of Ram temple offerings, seeks justice, stating he should be punished if guilty but freed if innocent. Avinash, involved in cash reconciliation, was reportedly questioned in jail, with Rs 20 lakh recovered from him. His father expressed distress over village questions, while his mother emphasized their values of honesty.
Tamil Nadu government moves Supreme Court against cow slaughter ban
The Tamil Nadu government has moved the Supreme Court challenging a Madras High Court order that imposed a statewide blanket ban on the slaughter of cows and calves. The order was passed on May 27 by the Division Bench of Justice GR Swaminathan and Justice V Lakshminarayanan while hearing a Public Interest Litigation filed by [] The post Tamil Nadu government moves Supreme Court against cow slaughter ban appeared first on India Legal .
Madras High Court allows temple entry to American Hindu woman
The Madras High Court has held that an American woman who embraced Hinduism cannot be denied temple entry or any associated rights of a Hindu devotee merely on the basis of her foreign nationality or non-Hindu name, emphasising that religious identity under Hindu law is determined by faith, belief and conduct rather than birth, citizenship [] The post Madras High Court allows temple entry to American Hindu woman appeared first on India Legal .
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday refused to vacate the interim injunction granted in favour of Saregama India Limited in its ongoing dispute with veteran music composer Ilaiyaraaja over copyright in sound recordings and the underlying literary and musical works forming part of 134 cinematograph films. The single-judge Bench of Justice Tushar Rao Gedela declined [] The post Ilaiyaraaja-Saregama Copyright dispute: Delhi High Court upholds injunction over music rights in 134 films appeared first on India Legal .
Speaking to The Leaflet, Vivek Mukherjee of NALSARs Animal Law Centre, which intervened in the Supreme Courts stray dogs case, analyses the judgments dual nature: its ability to diagnose the right problem, waste, and its inability to see how emptying out dogs from their territories resolves nothing.
The Forward Seamen's Union of India has demanded an investigation after Indian sailor Rakesh Chauhan's body was returned from Venezuela. A re-autopsy in India allegedly found all major internal organs missing, raising serious questions over the ...
In a landmark constitutional ruling, the US Supreme Court has held that the Citizenship Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment guarantees birthright citizenship to children born on US soil, irrespective of whether their parents are unlawfully present in the country or hold only temporary immigration status. By a 5-4 majority, the Court struck down President Donald [] The post Supreme Court invalidates Trumps birthright citizenship order and affirms fourteenth amendment protection appeared first on India Legal .
Lohagad fort murder: Pune Police recreate crime scene with fibre dummy
Pune Rural Police recreated the crime scene in the Ketan Agarwal murder case at Lohagad Fort using a fibre dummy matching the victim's height and weight. Investigators are also analysing the accused's movements and collecting evidence after a court extended their police custody
Real Talk on Immigration andBirthright Citizenship
I arrived in the US in August1995 as a graduate student at Cornell University and received US Citizenship in April 2018. Every single month in between, I was either waiting to qualify for the next step in the naturalization process or was in process or was working to revert to status from outside the country.
The Attorney General has rejected media reports claiming that the Union Government informed the Supreme Court that its E20 ethanol-blended petrol initiative was an ongoing experiment. In an official statement, the Attorney Generals Office said such reports are factually incorrect and clarified that no submission describing the E20 programme as an experiment was made during [] The post Attorney General refutes claims that Centre called E20 fuel programme an experiment before Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .
Polri must keep up with evolving crime driven by technology: President
President Prabowo Subianto urged the Indonesian National Police (Polri) to keep pace with evolving crime patterns ...
The Delhi High Court has observed that criticism directed at a politician over a political decision cannot automatically be treated as a violation of personality rights. While hearing BJP MP Raghav Chadhas plea seeking the removal of allegedly defamatory online content, the single-judge Bench of Justice Subramonium Prasad distinguished between political commentary and unlawful commercial [] The post Delhi High Court: Political criticism cannot be treated as personality rights violation in Raghav Chadha case appeared first on India Legal .
Prabowo urges Polri to protect free expression, defend justice
President Prabowo Subianto reminded the National Police (Polri) of its responsibility to safeguard democratic ...
Crime Branch files chargesheet against former J&K Bank daily wager in Rs 1.04 crore loan fraud case
Srinagar, July 1: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Crime Branch, Jammu and Kashmir, has filed a chargesheet against a former daily wager of J&K Bank for allegedly misappropriating over Rs 1.04 crore through unauthorised banking transactions, manipulation of loan limits and misuse of banking credentials. According to a statement issued by the Crime Branch, the chargesheet was filed before the Court of the Additional Special Judge, Anti-Corruption, Srinagar, in FIR No. 20/2018 under Sections 420, 467, 468, 471, 409 and 201 of the Ranbir Penal Code (RPC) read with Section 5(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act. The accused has been identified as Rouf Mohammad Wani, son of Late Mohammad Akbar Wani and a resident of Hanjura, Chadoora in Budgam district. The investigation revealed that while working as a daily wager at the J&K Bank Business Unit in Dada Ompora, Chadoora, the accused allegedly fraudulently debited customers' accounts, enhanced the credit limits of Kisan Credit Card (KCC) accounts without authorisation and misused banking credentials to siphon off funds. The Crime Branch said the accused allegedly carried out the fraud for wrongful financial gain to himself and his family members, causing a corresponding loss of Rs 1,04,48,141 to the bank. Following completion of the investigation, the chargesheet has been submitted before the competent court for judicial adjudication. The Crime Branch has advised the public to remain vigilant against economic fraud and report any such incidents to the Senior Superintendent of Police, Economic Offences Wing (EOW), Kashmir. Victims of economic fraud can also lodge complaints via email at sspeow-kmr@jkpolice.gov.in .
Nikesh Arora, Reshma Kewalramani Among Carnegies 2026 Honorees
Four Indian Americans from the fields of technology, medicine, business, and academia have been named to the Carnegie Corporation of New York's prestigious Great Immigrants, Great Americans list for 2026, recognizing their contributions to the United States and their professional achievements.
South Asian groups praise Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship
By Ritu Jha- South Asian advocacy organizations welcomed a Supreme Court ruling they said reaffirmed the constitutional guarantee of birthright citizenship, calling it a victory for immigrant families and the 14th Amendment. The court ruled 6-3 Tuesday that President Donald Trumps executive order seeking to limit birthright citizenship could not be reconciled with the 14th []
Major League Cricket Brings Official Trading Cards To Fans Worldwide
Major League Cricket is expanding its fan experience with the launch of officially licensed digital and physical trading cards through a new multi-year partnership with sports engagement platform MVPz.
Birthright Citizenship Ruling Wins Praise From Indian American Leaders
Indian American lawmakers and community leaders welcomed the U.S. Supreme Court's decision reaffirming birthright citizenship, calling it a major victory for the Constitution, immigrant families, and the rule of law.
Hindu Americans Call For Greater Representation During Advocacy Day
As the Indian American community gains a stronger voice in U.S. public life, Hindu American leaders and students gathered on Capitol Hill on June 30 to meet lawmakers, discuss issues affecting their community, and encourage greater civic participation during the fifth annual Hindu Day of Advocacy.
Manipur: JTC women stage sit-in at Changangei hall, demand justice for 6 Naga civilians
Ex-boyfriend denies murdering Brit mum after family's 17-year fight for justice
Jean Hanlon's death was initially ruled an accident before fresh forensic examinations and a diary she kept prompted Greek authorities to reopen the i... Ex-boyfriend denies murdering Brit mum after family's 17-year fight for justice
Greek proverb of the day: Greek saying highlights how power and influence drastically alter perceptions of similar actions. A proverb illustrates this by contrasting a small-boat pirate with a fleet-commanding conqueror, both engaging in plunder. This ancient insight urges critical thinking about fairness, reputation, and the subjective nature of judgment.
NPR retracts article incorrectly reporting Justice Alito's retirement, citing 'misunderstanding'
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Family Awaits Justice a Decade After Crash
Court records show that proceedings against accused R. Shravil have repeatedly been adjourned, with petitions pending on witness examination.
Criminal justice systems digital push aims for a full roll-out by next year
Rollout of ICJS, which will integrate police, courts, prisons, forensics, and prosecution on one platform, will enable end-to-end digital workflow; data will be stored in government-owned cloud platform MeghRaj
Jewish Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of If you steal from a thief, you also have a taste of it. The saying reflects how personal integrity is defined by one's own actions rather than the behavior of others. It suggests that wrongdoing does not become acceptable simply because it is committed against someone who has acted dishonestly. Instead, the proverb reminds us that honesty, accountability, and strong moral principles should guide our choices, even in situations where acting unfairly may seem justified.
Supporters form justice forum for Bhojpur encounter victim
USPS To Release New Diwali Forever Stamp Ahead Of Festival Of Lights
The United States Postal Service (USPS) will release a new Diwali Forever stamp in October, ahead of this year's Festival of Lights, featuring a vibrant rangoli created by Indian-born artist Sangita Bhutada in recognition of one of the most widely celebrated festivals in the Indian community.
SRINAGAR: A United Nations Commission of Inquiry chaired by Justice Srinivasan Muralidhar has accused Israeli authorities and security forces of deliberately targeting Palestinian children in Gaza and the occupied territories, saying the conduct amounts to genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes. The report was released in Geneva on June 23, according to the UN. []
Refusal to marry live-in partner does not amount to rape: Chhattisgarh High Court
The Chhattisgarh High Court has held that in cases where two consenting adults remain in a long-standing live-in relationship, the law raises a presumption that their physical relationship was consensual and, therefore, a subsequent refusal to marry cannot attract criminal liability for the offence of rape on the grounds of a false promise of marriage. [] The post Refusal to marry live-in partner does not amount to rape: Chhattisgarh High Court appeared first on India Legal .
Noel Tata announces exit as Voltas chairman at company's AGM
Veteran Tata Group leader Noel Tata is stepping down as Chairman of Voltas, marking his final AGM in the role. He expressed confidence in the company's next-generation leadership, developed through internal promotions and external hires. Tata, who also recently announced his departure from Trent's chairmanship, cited the company's strong performance, including its air conditioning business exceeding one million unit sales in a record 81 days.
Hindu marriage void without essential rites like Saptapadi despite registration: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has held that a Hindu marriage cannot be treated as legally valid merely because a marriage certificate has been issued if the mandatory Hindu rites and ceremonies required under the Hindu Marriage Act (HMA), 1955, such as Saptapadi, have not been performed. The Division Bench of Justice Ilesh J Vora and [] The post Hindu marriage void without essential rites like Saptapadi despite registration: Gujarat High Court appeared first on India Legal .
Janakpuri POCSO case: Delhi High Court cancels bail of school caretaker, orders surrender
The Delhi High Court has set aside an order granting bail to a school caretaker accused of aggravated penetrative sexual assault on a three-year-old nursery student in a Janakpuri school, holding that the trial court failed to properly appreciate material evidence and applied an erroneous approach at the stage of bail consideration. The single-judge Bench [] The post Janakpuri POCSO case: Delhi High Court cancels bail of school caretaker, orders surrender appeared first on India Legal .
Supreme Court maintains status quo on ethanol supply allocation for ESY 2025-26
The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed maintenance of the status quo with respect to ethanol supply allocation for the Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) 2025-26 in a dispute arising from judicial intervention in the implementation of the national Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) programme. The Vacation Bench of Justice MM Sundresh and Justice Sheel Nagu passed the [] The post Supreme Court maintains status quo on ethanol supply allocation for ESY 2025-26 appeared first on India Legal .
The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday directed the State of West Bengal to file a comprehensive action-taken and compliance report detailing the preventive, remedial, and law enforcement measures adopted in relation to alleged incidents of assaults, including egg-pelting, on political workers, MPs, and MLAs of the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC). The Division Bench of [] The post Calcutta High Court seeks report from West Bengal government on egg-pelting attacks against AITC leaders appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to grant interim bail to self-styled godman Asaram Bapu in a 2013 sexual assault case involving a minor devotee in Jodhpur, observing that it would only consider the request if a life-threatening medical emergency arose. The Bench of Justice MM Sundresh and Justice Sheel Nagu clarified that it was [] The post Minor sexual assault case: Supreme Court defers Asaram Bapu bail plea, allows medical treatment to continue appeared first on India Legal .
Once a child is labelled a terrorist, he becomes free game, target practice
The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Secretariat has apprised the Madras High Court that the resignation of four AIADMK MLAs, who subsequently aligned with the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), does not have the legal effect of extinguishing or rendering infructuous the disqualification proceedings pending against them under the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution. The submission was [] The post Tamil Nadu Assembly Secretariat defends continuation of disqualification cases despite resignation of MLAs before Madras High Court appeared first on India Legal .
The Calcutta High Court has refused to grant an urgent hearing to a petition filed by the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC), alleging that a debit freeze had been imposed on three bank accounts of the party, which reportedly held funds worth approximately Rs 440 crore. The matter was mentioned by Senior Advocate Kishore Datta [] The post Calcutta High Court denies urgent hearing to plea challenging debit freeze on 3 bank accounts of AITC appeared first on India Legal .
Twenty-three parties, Independent MP write to Chief Justice on SIR, role of EC
Twenty-three political parties, including INDIA bloc members, AAP, and DMK, have jointly written to the Chief Justice of India concerning the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process and other election-related matters. The opposition's move highlights their reliance on the judiciary when other avenues are exhausted, appealing to its conscience amidst concerns about democratic processes. This collaborative effort underscores a unified stance on electoral integrity.
Bombay High Court rebukes BMC over continued failure to remove potholes from Mumbai roads
The Bombay High Court has lambasted the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) over its continued failure to address the issue of pothole-ridden and poorly maintained roads in Mumbai, observing that the civic body had failed to resolve the problem for nearly two decades despite repeated judicial interventions. The Division Bench of Justice Ajay Gadkari and Justice [] The post Bombay High Court rebukes BMC over continued failure to remove potholes from Mumbai roads appeared first on India Legal .
Rule of law guards against government excess: CJI Surya Kant
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has said that Rule of Law bakes no bread but disciplines power, ensures equality, and checks arbitrary government action. Delivering the keynote address at an event titled Safeguarding the Rule of Law Experiences from India and Sweden, organised by International IDEA in Stockholm, the CJI said that [] The post Rule of law guards against government excess: CJI Surya Kant appeared first on India Legal .
Ambassador Sergio Gor Highlights Fast-Track Approach To Helping U.S. Businesses In India
U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said his direct access to President Donald Trump's Cabinet and senior administration officials has helped him resolve problems faster for American businesses in India, allowing the U.S. Embassy to cut through bureaucratic delays and deliver quicker results.
Ro Khanna Says Shared Values Should Define U.S.-India Relationship
Democratic Indian-origin Congressman Ro Khanna used the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) Leadership Summit on Monday, June 29, to make a strong case for building the U.S.-India relationship around shared democratic values, while sharply criticizing President Donald Trump's foreign and immigration policies.
Ex-Envoy Juster Says People-To-People Ties Have Sustained U.S.-India Relationship For Centuries
The U.S.-India relationship has grown from limited diplomatic engagement into one of the world's most important strategic partnerships, driven as much by personal connections as government policy, former U.S. Ambassador to India Kenneth I Juster said at the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) Leadership Summit.
As investigators closed in with a reconstructed crime scene, forensic recoveries, and fresh revelations about motive, the Vadgaon Maval Court on June 29 granted police [] The post Ketan Agarwal Murder Case: Court Extends Custody Till July 3, Crime Scene Reconstructed, Siyas Deadly Signal and Chilling Motive Unveiled appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
Health benefits of Moringa oleifera (Drumstick) in recent reports
By Dr. Manoj Sharma- [Dr. Manoj Sharma is a Professor in the Department of Social and Behavioral Health and an Adjunct Professor of Internal Medicine at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, USA. He is a global health promotion expert and president of Health for All, Inc.] Moringa oleifera is commonly known as the drumstick []
