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Gauri Lankesh Case Accused Wins Jalna Civic Polls

Shrikant Pangarkar, facing trial in journalist Gauri Lankesh's murder, defeats BJP candidate in Jalna ward election. He won as independent despite past Shiv Sena ties and legal controversies.

Madras HC to Rule on Criminal Cases and Bar Entry

The Madras High Court will examine whether pending criminal cases should prevent law graduates from joining the Bar. A decade-long legal debate continues as a larger bench considers the issue.

Kolhapur KMC Polls: 29 Candidates Have Criminal Cases

Analysis of 327 candidates in Kolhapur Municipal Corporation polls reveals 29 with criminal cases, while education levels range from PhD to Std III. Most parties avoid fielding candidates with criminal backgrounds.

Major Global Elections Scheduled for 2026

2026 will be a pivotal year for global democracy with major elections in India, the US, France, Brazil, and others. Explore the key political battles shaping the world order.

Wanted Criminal Killed in UP Police Encounter

A notorious criminal carrying a ₹1 lakh reward was killed in a police encounter in Uttar Pradesh's Banda district. The shootout occurred during a vehicle check operation.

Mangaluru man externed after 14 criminal cases

Assistant Commissioner in Mangaluru issues externment order against Ganesh Poojary, shifting him to Hassan district. The accused faces charges including assault and attempt to murder. Read the full details.

Coimbatore Crime Rate Falls, Drug Cases Increase in 2025

Coimbatore sees a significant drop in serious crimes like murder and assault in 2025, though drug peddling cases rise. Police report higher conviction rates but struggle with burglaries. Read the full analysis.

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