SC Suggests 'Romeo-Juliet' Exception for POCSO Act
The Supreme Court proposes a 'Romeo-Juliet' clause in the POCSO Act to prevent criminalising consensual teen relationships. Read about the legal debate and its implications.
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Trichy Police Crackdown: Ganja & Tobacco Cases Surge in 2025
Trichy police registered 1,703 cases and arrested 1,840 people for ganja and illegal tobacco in 2025, a massive increase from 2024. SP warns of action under Goondas Act.
Rao Criticizes Karnataka's VBG & Ram G Acts for No Job Guarantee
Karnataka Congress chief Dinesh Gundu Rao slams state's VBG and Ram G Acts for lacking employment guarantee. He vows to strengthen MGNREGA if INDIA bloc wins. Read more.
HC sets aside KDRB notifications for Guruvayur Devaswom posts
Kerala High Court rules KDRB lacks authority for Guruvayur Devaswom recruitment, upholds 1978 Act. A new committee will oversee fresh hiring. Read the full legal breakdown.
Ludhiana: Illegal MTP Kit Sales Trigger Health Dept Raid
Punjab health department's special drive in Ludhiana finds three firms illegally stocking MTP kits. Show-cause notices issued, strict legal action promised. Read more.
Foreigner arrested in Goa for fake Indian passport, Aadhaar card
Goa Crime Branch arrests a 41-year-old Philippine national for obtaining an Indian passport using forged documents. A local accomplice also held. Details on the charges under Foreigners Act and Passport Act.
Delhi HC Refuses Stay on School Fee Act, Extends Deadlines
Delhi High Court declines full stay on 2025 school fee regulation law, grants private schools limited deadline extensions. PSPLS plans Supreme Court appeal.
Karnataka Moves SC Against VBG & Ram G Act
Karnataka government to file a Supreme Court challenge against the VBG and Ram G Act, citing constitutional concerns. Details on the legal battle and its implications.
US Bill May Impose 500% Tariffs on Indian Goods
A new US sanctions bill targeting Russia could raise tariffs on Indian exports to 500%, up from 50%. Learn the details and potential impact on India-US trade relations.
US 500% Tariff Bill on Russian Oil Hits India
US President Trump approves a bill threatening 500% tariffs on nations importing Russian oil, directly impacting India. The move strains trade as India seeks relief from existing duties. Read the full analysis.
US Sanctions Bill Targets India Over Russian Oil
A new US bipartisan bill, backed by Trump, could sanction countries like India for buying Russian oil. The legislation may be voted on next week, straining US-India ties.
Viral Video: Man Hangs from Crane to Save Bird
A heart-stopping video shows a man dangling from a crane to rescue a bird entangled in wires. The act, hailed as pure compassion, has deeply moved netizens. Watch the story of bravery.
Congress: Forest Act Changes Open Door to Privatisation
Congress alleges recent amendments to the Forest Conservation Act enable forest management privatisation, threatening tribal rights and ecology. Read the full analysis.
HC Notice to Rajasthan Govt Over Right to Health Act Delay
Rajasthan High Court issues notice to state govt for failing to frame rules under the Right to Health Act 2022 after 2.5 years. A PIL demands urgent implementation. Read more.
Bombay HC Rules Housing Societies Not Liable for Gratuity
Bombay High Court clarifies that cooperative housing societies are not 'establishments' under the Payment of Gratuity Act, providing relief in a case involving a building manager's claim. Read the full legal analysis.
Trump: India cutting Russian oil to 'make me happy'
US President Trump warns India of higher tariffs if it fails to reduce Russian oil imports. Get the latest on the trade pressure and India's response.
US Bills Target Campus Antisemitism, Impact Indian Students
Two US Congressional bills aim to protect Jewish students from harassment. Learn how the No Antisemitism in Education Act and Protecting Students on Campus Act differ and their potential impact on international students.
Assam Uses Dormant 1950 Law for Foreigner Expulsion
Assam government invokes long-dormant Immigrants Act to expel declared foreigners within a week, aiming to bypass lengthy court appeals. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma outlines aggressive push.
HC: Single POCSO Offence Enough for Goondas Act Detention
Madras High Court ruled a solitary sexual assault on a minor justifies detention under the Goondas Act, dismissing a plea against a man held in a Thanjavur POCSO case. Read the full legal analysis.
Nagpur: Two arrested for illegal arms, threatening videos
Wadi police in Nagpur arrested two men for illegal firearm possession and circulating threatening videos. The accused have been charged under the Arms Act and Maharashtra Police Act. Read the full details.
Gujarat HC Allows Divorce in UK-India Living Conflict Case
Gujarat High Court paves way for couple's divorce after marriage breaks down over husband's desire to live in UK vs wife's wish to stay in India. Court quashes family court's 'premature' rejection.
Gujarat HC Allows Divorce Over UK-India Living Dispute
Gujarat High Court overrules family court, paves way for divorce of couple who separated over conflicting desires to live in UK and India. Read the full legal details.
Gujarat HC grants bail to juvenile, orders father supervision
Gujarat High Court releases a juvenile on bail in a POCSO case after an out-of-court settlement. The father must ensure he doesn't fall into 'bad company' and probation officers will monitor quarterly.
Govt notice to X over Grok AI misuse, seeks report in 72 hrs
Indian IT Ministry issues notice to Elon Musk's X over Grok AI misuse for obscene content. Platform given 72 hours to submit action report or face legal consequences. Read details.
Chandigarh Police register 10 FIRs, make 10 arrests on Jan 1
Chandigarh Police registered 10 FIRs and arrested 10 individuals on New Year's Day under various acts for offenses including drug possession, public nuisance, and arms violations. Read the full details.
Govt Warns X Over AI-Generated Explicit Content
MeitY directs X to remove unlawful AI content from Grok within 72 hours or face legal action. The notice cites misuse to create fake accounts targeting women.
445 Drunk Driving Cases in Jaipur on New Year's Eve
Jaipur police conducted a massive New Year's eve crackdown, registering 445 drunk driving cases and seizing 84 vehicles. Read the full zone-wise breakdown and enforcement details.
Haryana's Sex Ratio at Birth Improves to 923 in 2025
Haryana's sex ratio at birth climbs to 923 girls per 1000 boys in 2025, marking a crucial turnaround. Discover how crackdowns on illegal abortions fueled this positive change.
SC's 2026 Docket: Religion, Citizenship, Liberty Cases
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
HC: Wife's consent alone matters for abortion
Punjab & Haryana High Court rules a married woman is the sole judge of continuing pregnancy. Justice Sehgal allows estranged wife's plea, emphasizing her autonomy. Read the landmark judgment details.
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