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Polavaram Tribal Oustees Fail to Get Justice from Officials

The tribal people of Koruturu village in Jeelugumilli mandal of Eluru district are roaming around the collectors office and the pleading with government officials to do justice, but in vain.

Deccan Chronicle 18 May 2026 1:49 am

West Bengal Chief Minister Pays Tribute to Late PA Chandranath Rath, Promises Justice to Family

Kolkata, May 18: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari paid tribute to his late personal assistant, Chandranath Rath, at his residence on Sunday. During the visit, the Chief Minister met with the victims mother and assured the family that justice would be served. Chandranaths mother, Hasirani Rath, shared with the media that the Chief Minister ... Read more West Bengal Chief Minister Pays Tribute to Late PA Chandranath Rath, Promises Justice to Family

Morningstar 18 May 2026 12:18 am

Gulzar Houz Fire: Survivors Await Justice

The building, located in the congested lanes of Gulzar Houz, remains sealed and blocked off. Survivors say the delay has added to their trauma, preventing them from rebuilding their lives.

Deccan Chronicle 18 May 2026 12:15 am

4 carrying out crimes on Goldy Brars instructions arrested

The Times of India 17 May 2026 11:17 pm

Haryana records 38% decline in crimes against women

The Times of India 17 May 2026 11:12 pm

Why weakening Trade Unions produces the Labour Unrest it claims to prevent

The violence in Noida was not exceptional. It was the foreseeable consequence of studied silence towards worker grievances and a statutory regime that has made collective bargaining structurally ineffective and strike action procedurally impossible.

theleaflet 17 May 2026 8:51 pm

Odisha Police Launches Statewide Campaign Against Crime and Illegal Trade

Bhubaneswar, May 17: Odisha Police has initiated a five-day statewide campaign against crime and illegal activities from May 12 to May 16. During this operation, authorities reported the arrest of 1,771 individuals and the seizure of significant quantities of cannabis, illegal weapons, and vehicles. The campaign was launched under the direction of Director General of ... Read more Odisha Police Launches Statewide Campaign Against Crime and Illegal Trade

Morningstar 17 May 2026 5:44 pm

B. R. Ambedkars Problem of the Rupee: A TWAIL Reading

Ambedkars 1923 thesis at the London School of Economics dissected how the British manipulated Indias currency system to serve metropolitan interests. To date, it remains a crucial TWAIL contribution to our understanding of the global monetary system.

theleaflet 17 May 2026 2:36 pm

Buddha or Karl Marx?: Exploring an intriguing inquiry by B. R. Ambedkar

Two intellectuals divided by centuries, Ambedkar believed, sought the same end. But where the Marxian approach failed on the fundamental goal of liberty, equality and fraternity, Buddhas teachings showed the way.

theleaflet 17 May 2026 2:30 pm

Politics without social reform is a lie: Ambedkar's Ranade, Gandhi and Jinnah

Ambedkars 1940 address on Ranades 101st birth anniversary remains strikingly relevant today. Democracy cannot exist without social equality; hero-worship structurally weakens political life by concentrating power and stifling critique; and ideas fail without organisation and mass mobilisation.

theleaflet 17 May 2026 2:22 pm

A Structure, Not a Prejudice: Reading Ambedkars The Untouchables

Ambedkars The Untouchables argues that untouchability was not ancient, divine, or inevitable, but a historically dateable product of broken men, a sacralized cow, and Brahminism's war against Buddhism.

theleaflet 17 May 2026 2:15 pm

Caste, its Genesis and Mechanisms: A reflection on Ambedkars Insights

More than a century after Ambedkar stood before a Columbia seminar and argued that caste was not divine but constructed, his first major paper remains the most precise account of how caste was made, and why that matters for how it might be unmade.

theleaflet 17 May 2026 2:11 pm

Reading Ambedkar in 2026: An Introduction

As we conclude ninety years since the publication of one of the foundational texts on anti-caste literature Dr Ambedkars Annihilation of Caste this special series revisits some of the leading writings by the interdisciplinary scholar and social reformer, spanning across caste, philosophy, religion, and economy.

theleaflet 17 May 2026 2:06 pm

The Last of the Pure Competitors

Few modern athletes have experienced the relentless scrutiny that has followed Virat Kohli throughout his career. For more than a decade, every innings, every dismissal, and every celebration has been dissected with microscopic intensity. Yet, at this stage of his journey, Kohli appears to have arrived at a rare place of clarity. The pursuit of milestones no longer defines him. The centuries, records, and accolades have already secured his place among crickets immortals. What remains, and what continues to drive him every morning, is something far simpler and perhaps far more powerful: an undiminished love for the game itself.

indicanews 17 May 2026 11:30 am

President Droupadi Murmu clears ordinance increasing Supreme Court strength to 38

President Droupadi Murmu has promulgated the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Ordinance, 2026, increasing the sanctioned strength of judges in the Supreme Court of India from 34 to 38, including the Chief Justice of India (CJI). The Ordinance, notified in the Gazette of India on May 16, amends Section 2 of the Supreme Court [] The post President Droupadi Murmu clears ordinance increasing Supreme Court strength to 38 appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 May 2026 11:00 am

I'm Pained...Was Misquoted: Chief Justice On Cockroaches Remark

I am pained to read how a section of the media has misquoted my oral observations made during the hearing of a frivolous case yesterday, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said

NDTV 17 May 2026 8:33 am

Ganguly says Modi administration failed to stoke Trumps ego after India-Pakistan crises

The Stanford India Conference 2026 brought together global policymakers, academics and business leaders May 10 to examine the future of India-U.S. relations amid mounting geopolitical and economic uncertainty.

indicanews 17 May 2026 7:58 am

DGP Announces War Room To Deal With Cybercrimes

Inaugurating the new website of the Visakhapatnam Police Commissionerate in the city, the DGP said the AI-based system will integrate 1930 helpline and RTGS to facilitate immediate tracking of cybercrimes.

Deccan Chronicle 17 May 2026 12:30 am

Gravity of a crime must not dictate decision on premature release of a convict: Supreme Court

Denial of remission cannot rest solely on the ground of the heinousness of the crime, says SC; instead, the executive must consider prisoners conduct, evidence of reformation, and prospects of reintegration

The Hindu 16 May 2026 10:38 pm

Kuki-Zo protestors rally in Manipur, demanding justice for slain church leaders, release of hostages

Kuki-Zo groups call for re-imposition of Presidents Rule in memo to Home Minister; claiming 14 people are still hostages, Kuki Inpi Manipur chief says continued captivity is an act of terror against a people

The Hindu 16 May 2026 9:16 pm

CM writes to Karnataka Chief Justice requesting to set up circuit bench of High Court in Mangaluru

Infrastructure to establish the bench is already available in Mangaluru, says Siddaramaiah

The Hindu 16 May 2026 6:31 pm

CJI Surya Kant clarifies after uproar over his remarks on unemployed youth

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant issued a clarification on Saturday after widespread outrage over his controversial cockroach remarks, asserting that his observations were distorted by sections of the media and were never intended as an attack on Indias unemployed youth. In the response, the CJI said he was pained by reports suggesting that he [] The post CJI Surya Kant clarifies after uproar over his remarks on unemployed youth appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 May 2026 5:17 pm

The Discipline Of A Nation

By Inderjit Badhwar There are moments when political messaging transcends politics and becomes a reflection of national anxiety. Prime Minister Narendra Modis recent appeal for voluntary austerity belongs to that category. Governments routinely ask citizens to conserve resources, buy domestic products or moderate consumption during difficult periods. But Modis appeal carried unusual specificity and urgency. [] The post The Discipline Of A Nation appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 May 2026 4:39 pm

The Austerity Call: Decoding The Modi Message

As rising oil prices, a weakening rupee and global uncertainty tighten pressure on Indias economy, Prime Minister Narendra Modis call for voluntary austerity signals deeper anxieties about the nations financial resilience The post The Austerity Call: Decoding The Modi Message appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 May 2026 4:36 pm

Empire of Noise: Crisis of Trust in the Age of Trump

As partisan media eclipses traditional journalism, Americans are retreating into ideological echo chamberseven as global rivals test US credibility abroad The post Empire of Noise: Crisis of Trust in the Age of Trump appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 May 2026 4:29 pm

The Long Fast for Ladakh: Sonam Wangchuk, Gitanjali and the Battle Beyond Jail

For 170 days, the activist-engineer remained behind bars while his wife fought in courts and in public for his freedomtogether navigating the uneasy line between protest and dialogue The post The Long Fast for Ladakh: Sonam Wangchuk, Gitanjali and the Battle Beyond Jail appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 May 2026 4:24 pm

Allahabad High Court grants bail to 8 in Varanasi Ganga Boat Iftar case

The Allahabad High Court has granted bail to eight out of 14 persons accused of consuming non-vegetarian food on a boat in the river Ganga in Varanasi and dumping the leftover waste into the water during an Iftar gathering in March this year. In two separate orders, the single-judge Benches of Justice Jitendra Kumar Sinha [] The post Allahabad High Court grants bail to 8 in Varanasi Ganga Boat Iftar case appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 May 2026 1:48 pm

Delhi court grants bail to businessman Robert Vadra in Gurugram land deal case

A Delhi court on Saturday granted bail to businessman Robert Vadra in a money laundering case being investigated by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) in connection with a 3.5-acre land transaction in Shikohpur village in Gurugram. Special Judge (PC Act) Sushant Changotra of the Rouse Avenue District Court granted bail to Vadra after he appeared [] The post Delhi court grants bail to businessman Robert Vadra in Gurugram land deal case appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 May 2026 11:28 am

Telangana High Court rejects anticipatory bail plea of Bandi Sai Bageerath in POCSO case

The Telangana High Court has refused to grant interim protection from arrest to Bandi Sai Bageerath in a case registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The single-judge Bench of Justice T Madhavi Devi passed the oral order on Friday after an extended hearing that continued late into the night. The [] The post Telangana High Court rejects anticipatory bail plea of Bandi Sai Bageerath in POCSO case appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 16 May 2026 10:24 am

Minister Dilip Ghosh Responds to FIR Against Abhishek Banerjee: Justice Will Prevail

Kolkata, May 16: Minister Dilip Ghosh of the West Bengal government has addressed the FIR filed against Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee. He stated that previously, fear prevented people from filing complaints, but now both the public and police are prepared, ensuring that justice will be served. An FIR has been registered against Abhishek Banerjee ... Read more Minister Dilip Ghosh Responds to FIR Against Abhishek Banerjee: Justice Will Prevail

Morningstar 16 May 2026 9:46 am

New Brown Fat Discovery Could Aid Future Bone Disease Treatments

Researchers at McGill University, Montreal, Canada, have identified a hidden molecular mechanism in brown fat that helps the body burn energy and produce heat, a discovery that could eventually support new treatments for bone disorders and metabolic diseases.

indicanews 16 May 2026 9:01 am

India Says U.S. Officials To Visit Soon For Ongoing Trade Discussions

India and the United States are preparing for another round of trade discussions as both countries continue efforts to finalize an interim trade agreement ahead of a broader bilateral deal.

indicanews 16 May 2026 8:51 am

Two Indian-Origin Men Arrested In Canada Over Shooting, Extortion Probe

Canadian authorities are facing growing pressure over organized crime networks targeting the South Asian community after two Indian nationals from Punjab were arrested in connection with a shooting and alleged extortion operation in British Columbia.

indicanews 16 May 2026 8:41 am

Indian Mangoes Set For Wider Availability Across Seattle Region

Indian mangoes are finding a stronger foothold in the U.S. as stores in the Seattle area begin stocking popular varieties such as Alphonso and Kesar, following a year-long outreach effort led by Indian officials, retailers and distributors.

indicanews 16 May 2026 8:29 am

We attach great importance to our relations with India: Iranian FM Araghchi

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said on Friday that Tehran attaches great importance to its relations with India and both countries share same concerns and interests in the Persian Gulf.

indicanews 16 May 2026 2:23 am

Remembering Mangalesh Dabral: A Voice Against Social Injustice and Hypocrisy

New Delhi, May 15: Mangalesh Dabral, a prominent figure in modern Hindi poetry, was a poet, prose writer, and senior journalist whose works resonate deeply with readers. His poetry transports them to a world that feels intimately familiar. With a simple, gentle, and humble personality, Dabral intricately wove human emotions into his verses. Born on ... Read more Remembering Mangalesh Dabral: A Voice Against Social Injustice and Hypocrisy

Morningstar 15 May 2026 11:45 pm

Scarlett Johansson Goes Big, Finds Her Chutzpah in Family Crime Drama Paper Tiger

Scarlett Johansson and filmmaker James Gray opened up about their collaboration on Paper Tiger, the emotional family crime drama premiering at the Cannes Film Festival tomorrow.

NDTV 15 May 2026 11:35 pm

Cyberabad Cybercrime Police Crack Five Cases, Arrest 10; Bust 60 Lakh Digital Arrest Fraud

Digital arrest, trading fraud cases exposed; victims cheated across multiple states

Deccan Chronicle 15 May 2026 10:16 pm

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Set To Evade Justice In Epstein Scandal? Royal Expert Speaks Up

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Set To Evade Justice In Epstein Scandal? Royal Expert Speaks Up

The Times of India 15 May 2026 7:20 pm

CBI Launches Abhay Helpbot to Combat Cyber Crime and Digital Arrest Fraud

New Delhi, May 15: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched a new artificial intelligence-based system named Abhay to tackle cyber crimes and fraudulent activities related to digital arrest. This system will assist citizens in verifying the authenticity of notices issued by the CBI. It is designed as a real-time notice verification helpbot. According ... Read more CBI Launches Abhay Helpbot to Combat Cyber Crime and Digital Arrest Fraud

Morningstar 15 May 2026 7:05 pm

Supreme Court directs UP Police to produce accused in Noida workers protest case amid torture allegations

The Supreme Court on Friday ordered the Uttar Pradesh Police to present two men accused in connection with the recent workers protest in Noida before a local court, after serious allegations of custodial torture were raised by their families and legal representatives. The Bench of Justice BV Nagarathna and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan expressed concern over [] The post Supreme Court directs UP Police to produce accused in Noida workers protest case amid torture allegations appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 15 May 2026 6:56 pm

Ninety Years of Annihilation of Caste: The wait for a democratic conscience in India

Ninety years after the publication of Ambedkars fiery undelivered speech for the Jat Pat Todak Mandal, that drew extensively on abolitionist thought, the project of forming a civic virtue in India remains unfinished, even as courts have continued undermining the materiality of caste-oppression.

theleaflet 15 May 2026 6:14 pm

Supreme Court introduces virtual hearings, judges to carpool, hybrid work to reduce fuel consumption

The Supreme Court on Friday issued a series of directions, including virtual hearings for miscellaneous matters, a limited work-from-home arrangement for Registry staff, and car-pooling arrangements among the Apex Court judges, to ensure smooth functioning of the judiciary, in view of the increased fuel prices due to the ongoing war between the US and Iran. [] The post Supreme Court introduces virtual hearings, judges to carpool, hybrid work to reduce fuel consumption appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 15 May 2026 5:21 pm

UCC to ensure justice for every citizen: Assam CM Himanta

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Sarma asserted that tribal communities will be kept out of the purview of the UCC to protect their traditions and customs

The Hindu 15 May 2026 5:02 pm

Any murder is a crime: Iranian filmmaker says at Cannes

Acclaimed Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi recently spoke out against the ongoing conflict between Iran, the US, and Israel.

NewsBytes 15 May 2026 4:41 pm

The Week Politics Turned Upside Down

C Joseph Vijays spectacular rise to power has shattered old certaintiesbut the compromises behind his victory reveal how difficult real change can be The post The Week Politics Turned Upside Down appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 15 May 2026 4:30 pm

Beyond Death, Liability Survives

A landmark judgment in Kumud Lall vs Suresh Chandra Roy & Ors balances patient rights, medical accountability, and protection for heirsclarifying that financial liability in medical negligence cases can survive a doctors death, but only against the estate inherited The post Beyond Death, Liability Survives appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 15 May 2026 4:20 pm

Twenty Years Under a Cloud: The PSC Recruitment Scam That Refuses to End

Despite the state High Court verdict declaring the 2003 recruitment process fraudulent, 147 officers continue to serve in powerful positionssome even elevated to the IAS and IPSas the case remains stalled in the Supreme Court The post Twenty Years Under a Cloud: The PSC Recruitment Scam That Refuses to End appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 15 May 2026 4:16 pm

Governor Gavin Newsom Names Indian Americans To California State Agencies

Indian American professionals continue to expand their presence in Californias public institutions, with Governor Gavin Newsom announcing two new appointments involving experienced executives with long careers in technology and business leadership.

indicanews 15 May 2026 4:00 pm

Supreme Court raises concern over arbitrary airfare pricing, seeks rationalisation of airline fares

The Supreme Court on Friday expressed serious concern over steep and unpredictable increases in airfares charged by private airlines during festive seasons, holidays and peak travel periods, and stressed the need for rationalisation in ticket pricing mechanisms. The Bench of Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta, while hearing a petition seeking the formulation of [] The post Supreme Court raises concern over arbitrary airfare pricing, seeks rationalisation of airline fares appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 15 May 2026 2:58 pm

Madhumita Shukla murder case: Supreme Court allows premature release of Rohit Chaturvedi

The Supreme Court on Friday allowed the premature release plea of Rohit Chaturvedi, one of the convicts in the 2003 murder case of poet Madhumita Shukla. The Court held that the Union Ministry of Home Affairs had wrongly rejected the recommendation made by the Uttarakhand government for his remission and premature release. The Bench of [] The post Madhumita Shukla murder case: Supreme Court allows premature release of Rohit Chaturvedi appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 15 May 2026 2:40 pm

CJI Surya Kant questions BCI inaction on fake law degrees, calls for independent investigation

The Supreme Court of India has expressed serious concern over the alleged presence of a large number of advocates practising with dubious or fabricated law degrees, observing that the issue poses a significant threat to the credibility of the legal profession. During the course of proceedings, Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant remarked that [] The post CJI Surya Kant questions BCI inaction on fake law degrees, calls for independent investigation appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 15 May 2026 2:25 pm

Supreme Court orders expeditious trial in Renuka Swamy murder case involving Darshan Thoogudeepa

The Supreme Court on Friday directed the Karnataka government to ensure that 60 key prosecution witnesses are examined within the next 12 months in the Renuka Swamy murder case involving Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, while asking the sessions court to conduct proceedings on a day-to-day basis to expedite the trial. The Bench of Justice JB [] The post Supreme Court orders expeditious trial in Renuka Swamy murder case involving Darshan Thoogudeepa appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 15 May 2026 2:20 pm

Sabarimala Reference | Constitution makers envisaged the reform of Hinduism: Respondents urge

As the Sabarimala Reference hearings completed a fortnight, senior advocates Jaideep Gupta, Sanjay Hegde, Vijay Hansaria, Meneka Guruswamy and Shadan Farasat for the respondents argued on the intent of the Constitution drafters to open temples to all classes and the perils of acceding to public morality.

theleaflet 15 May 2026 2:12 pm

Punjabi Devils Motorcycle Club Founder Sentenced On Federal Gun Charges

A Stockton-area motorcycle gang leader of Indian-origin, who tried to sell illegal weapons to an undercover officer and later attempted to flee to India, has been sentenced to more than five years in federal prison, authorities said.

indicanews 15 May 2026 12:36 pm

Supreme Court questions suspension of sentence in Kuldeep Sengar rape conviction

The Supreme Court stayed the Delhi High Courts order suspending the sentence of former Uttar Pradesh MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the 2017 Unnao rape case and directed that he be taken back into custody pending adjudication of his criminal appeal. The interim direction was passed by a Bench headed by the Chief Justice of [] The post Supreme Court questions suspension of sentence in Kuldeep Sengar rape conviction appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 15 May 2026 12:09 pm

Mango Festival, Cultural Performances Highlight AIA Celebration In San Ramon

Thousands of people from across the Bay Area gathered at Bishop Ranch in San Ramon on May 9 for the Association of Indo Americans The Great Indian Food & Shopping Fest (AIA TGIFS Fest) and Mango Festival, turning the venue into a lively celebration of food, culture, music, shopping, and community spirit.

indicanews 15 May 2026 10:24 am

The Rise And Fall Of Mamata Banerjee

For 15 years, from 2011 to her downfall in 2026, Mamata Banerjee was the Chief Minister of West Bengal and ruled the state like an autocrat, an empress, and a monarch over all that she surveyed, probably thinking she would remain in power forever (which is precisely what Napoleon and Hitler had also thought).

indicanews 15 May 2026 9:30 am

IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians Chase Down 201 To Hand PBKS Fifth Straight Defeat

The Mumbai Indians pulled off one of their best chases of the season as Tilak Varmas fearless strokeplay and Ryan Rickeltons explosive start helped them beat Punjab Kings by six wickets in a high-scoring IPL clash in Dharamsala on Thursday, May 14.

indicanews 15 May 2026 9:10 am

Minor Granted Bail by Juvenile Justice Board Srinagar

Srinagar, May 14:The Juvenile Justice Board Srinagar has granted bail to a minor boy (Juvenile in Conflict with Law) in connection with an FIR registered under Section 137(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, pertaining to the alleged kidnapping of a girl. Subsequent to the registration of the FIR, the juvenile had been lodged at the Harwan Observation Home in accordance with the applicable legal procedure. During the course of the bail proceedings, defence counsel Advocate Qazi Mohammad Athar advanced detailed and persuasive submissions before the Board seeking the release of the minor on bail. The defence also contended the young age of the juvenile, highlighted his clean antecedents, and challenged the police version of events. Upon consideration of the arguments presented and the material placed on record, the Board was pleased to allow the bail application and directed that the juvenile be released from the observation home and handed over to the custody of his father, subject to the standard terms and conditions governing such release. The order provides substantial relief to the juvenile and his family.

RisingKashmir 15 May 2026 7:42 am

Justice Thomas hails US Constitution as common bedrock in divided America

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas urged Americans to mark the nations 250th anniversary by defending deeply held beliefs and protecting free speech rather than relying on patriotic slogans or celebrations

ABC News 15 May 2026 4:26 am

Fired hacker twins forget to end Teams recording, capture own crimes

One little mysterysolved.

Ars Technica 15 May 2026 2:32 am

Odisha Chief Minister Reviews Law and Order, Calls for Strong Action Against Organized Crime

Bhubaneswar, May 15: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi directed Odisha Police on Thursday to adopt a more proactive and community-centered approach to eradicate organized crime in the state. During a law and order review meeting with senior administrative and police officials, district collectors, and police superintendents, Majhi emphasized the need for the police to gain ... Read more Odisha Chief Minister Reviews Law and Order, Calls for Strong Action Against Organized Crime

Morningstar 15 May 2026 12:41 am

Xi Jinpings blunt warning to Donald Trump over Taiwan; Says U.S. support could lead to an extremely dangerous situation

By Mayank Chhaya- President Xi Jinpings warning to President Donald Trump on the question of Washingtons support for Taiwan has been even more direct and blunt than what one might have expected. A readout as reported by Chinas official news agency Xinhua quoted Xi as saying, If handled poorly, the two countries will collide or []

indicanews 14 May 2026 11:39 pm

Cybercrime police arrest two for creating and uploading videos involving minors

The cybercrime police have arrested two persons for allegedly sexually assaulting minor girls, recording the acts on mobile phones, and uploading them online

The Hindu 14 May 2026 10:13 pm

Amnesty calls for 'war crimes' probe into Israeli destruction of south Syria homes

Israel has also launched hundreds of strikes on Syria and carries out regular incursions into the country's south where it demands a demilitarised zone

The Hindu 14 May 2026 9:56 pm

Excise case: Justice Swarana K Sharma initiates contempt proceedings against Kejriwal, Sisodia over 'vilifying' posts

Delhi High Court judge Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma has started criminal contempt proceedings against Aam Aadmi Party leaders. This action follows social media posts that allegedly vilified the judge. The judge stated that Arvind Kejriwal orchestrated a campaign against her. She clarified that the excise policy case will now be heard by another bench.

The Economic Times 14 May 2026 9:51 pm

Strength of justice delivery system does not lie merely in statutes and precedents, but in the character of those entrusted with their application, says HC

Justice L. Victoria Gowri, appreciating Judicial Magistrate V, Madurai, D. Lakshmi Priya, said the court was witness to a young judicial officer who unmindful of the age, the stature or the experience of the members of the Bar chose not the path of convenience but that of conviction.

The Hindu 14 May 2026 8:53 pm

Conviction rate in cases of crimes against SC/STs very low in T.N.

Officials in many districts, including Thoothukudi and Tirunelveli, have not responded to RTI queries regarding the number of crimes reported and the status of cases, says A. Kathir, executive director of Evidence

The Hindu 14 May 2026 8:19 pm

CM sets six months deadline to do justice for AgriGold victims in Andhra Pradesh

Chandrababu Naidu orders constitution of a three-member committee to oversee the process

The Hindu 14 May 2026 7:15 pm

ICE Probe Finds Widespread Alleged Fraud In OPT Visa Program

The Trump administration has identified more than 10,000 suspected fraud cases linked to a visa program that allows foreign students to work in the United States after graduating from American colleges, according to federal immigration officials.

indicanews 14 May 2026 6:04 pm

Delhi HC judge recuses from excise policy case, initiates criminal contempt proceedings against Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, others

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma of the Delhi High Court on Thursday recused herself from hearing the Delhi excise policy case but initiated criminal contempt proceedings against AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, Durgesh Pathak, Vinay Mishra and Saurabh Bharadwaj for circulating defamatory, contemptuous and highly vilifying material against her. Justice Sharma said it was appropriate [] The post Delhi HC judge recuses from excise policy case, initiates criminal contempt proceedings against Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, others appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 14 May 2026 5:10 pm

Indus Waters Treaty: How Indias Goodwill Was Codified Into Concession

The Indus River System comprises six major riversthe Indus, Chenab, Jhelum, Ravi, Beas, and Sutlejflowing through the territories of both India and Pakistan. The system sustains drinking water, agriculture, and electricity generation across the Indus Basin, supporting hundreds of millions of people on both sides of the border.

indicanews 14 May 2026 4:58 pm

Robert Vadra concealed facts in Gurugram land case: ED tells Delhi High Court

The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) on Thursday told the Delhi High Court that businessman Robert Vadra had made false and incorrect submissions in his plea challenging a trial court order taking cognisance of a money laundering case arising out of alleged land transactions in Gurugram. On April 16, the trial court had taken cognisance of [] The post Robert Vadra concealed facts in Gurugram land case: ED tells Delhi High Court appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 14 May 2026 4:57 pm

BTS Jungkooks HYBE shares targeted in international cybercrime operation

A Chinese hacker accused of targeting BTS Jungkook and stealing assets worth $25 million was extradited from Thailand to South Korea. Authorities say the cybercrime network hacked financial accounts, cryptocurrency wallets, and personal data of celebrities and wealthy individuals.

Mid Day 14 May 2026 4:46 pm

Bar Council of India seeks clarity on Mamata Banerjees standing as an advocate

The Bar Council of India has directed the Bar Council of West Bengal to furnish details regarding the enrolment and practice status of former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee after she appeared before the Calcutta High Court wearing advocate robes on Thursday. In a letter dated May 14, 2026, BCI Principal Secretary Srimanto Sen [] The post Bar Council of India seeks clarity on Mamata Banerjees standing as an advocate appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 14 May 2026 4:39 pm

Excise case: Will initiate contempt proceedings over vilifying posts, says Justice Swarana Sharma

NEW DELHI, May 14: Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma of the Delhi High Court on Thursday said she cannot stay silent and will initiate contempt proceedings against some of the discharged accused in the liquor policy case for posting vilifying and defamatory material against her. Justice Sharma said she will pronounce an order on this aspect around 5 pm. It has come to my notice that extremely vilifying, extremely contemptuous, and defamatory material is being posted by some of the respondents [] The post Excise case: Will initiate contempt proceedings over vilifying posts, says Justice Swarana Sharma appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 14 May 2026 3:56 pm

Medak police bust child trafficking gangs; hospital staff aided crime

Hyderabad: A child trafficking gang operating in Medak was arrested on Thursday, May 14, with investigations revealing that hospital staff aided the crime. The gang sold a newborn to a childless couple for Rs 3,40,000. The police, in coordination with the Integrated Child Development Scheme (ICDS), conducted an operation against such gangs over the last Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 14 May 2026 2:49 pm

Special Crime Branch Carries Searches In Srinagar And Budgam In Connection With Land Fraud Case

Srinagar:The Special Crime Wing Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K carried out house searches in connection with FIR No. 06/2026 registered under Sections 420, 468, and 120-B RPC in Srinagar and Budgam districts. In a handout, the CBK said that the FIR was registered on the basis of a written complaint submitted by a resident of []

Kashmir Reader 14 May 2026 2:31 pm

SCW Crime Branch J&K Carries Out Searches in Srinagar & Budgam in Land Fraud Case

Srinagar, May 14: The Special Crime Wing Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K carried out house searches in connection with FIR No. 06/2026 registered under Sections 420, 468, and 120-B RPC in Srinagar and Budgam districts. The FIR was registered on the basis of a written complaint submitted by a resident of Humhama, Budgam, who alleged that Tariq Ahmad Sofi, resident of Solina, Srinagar, had fraudulently obtained lakhs of rupees from him under the guise of sale of land situated at Narkara, Srinagar. The investigation prima facie revealed that the accused, Tariq Ahmad Sofi S/o Ghulam Ahmad Sofi R/o House No. 53, Tulsi Bagh Srinagar and Tariq Ahmad Wani S/o Mohammad Abdullah Wani R/o Narkara, Budgam Near Unani Hospital (Land Brokers) , in connivance with the then Patwari, had prepared and used forged documents and entered into a criminal conspiracy to deceive the complainant and misappropriate money in connection with the land transaction. Consequently, in continuation of the investigation, house searches were carried out at multiple locations in Srinagar and Budgam in the presence of Executive Magistrates to collect incriminating material and other evidence relevant to the case. The general public is advised to remain vigilant against fraudsters and report any such incidents directly to SSP SCW Kashmir (Crime Branch J&K). If you have been a victim of fraud, you may also send your complaint to the official email: sspscw-kmr@jkpolice.gov.in

RisingKashmir 14 May 2026 2:30 pm

Supreme Court declines to recognise Mizo chieftains land claims, dismisses plea seeking privy purse equivalence

The Supreme Court of India has authoritatively held that privy purses and ancillary privileges conferred upon erstwhile princely rulers emanated from distinct political covenants and negotiated arrangements entered into with the Dominion Government prior to the commencement of the Constitution, and therefore cannot be construed as universally enforceable legal entitlements or fundamental rights inhering in [] The post Supreme Court declines to recognise Mizo chieftains land claims, dismisses plea seeking privy purse equivalence appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 14 May 2026 2:19 pm

Crime Branch SCW Conducts Searches in SrinagarBudgam Land Fraud Case

SRINAGAR: The Special Crime Wing (SCW) of Crime Branch Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday carried out searches in Srinagar and Budgam in connection with a land fraud case involving allegations of cheating, forgery, and criminal conspiracy amounting to several lakhs of rupees. In a statement, a spokesperson said the action was taken in FIR No. []

KashmirLife 14 May 2026 2:14 pm