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.
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.
A writ plea in the Supreme Court demands restoration of rules barring lawyers with serious criminal cases from Bar Council elections, citing ethical governance and transparency concerns.
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.
The 2026 Henley Passport Index reveals Singapore retains the world's most powerful passport with visa-free access to 192 countries. India climbs to 80th position with access to 55 nations.
Henley Passport Index 2026 reveals Singapore tops with visa-free access to 192 destinations. India ranks 80th with access to 55 countries. See full list.
Initial police data indicates a drop in POCSO cases in Bengaluru, but analysis under the new BNS law reveals a sharp 71% increase in rape cases in 2025, highlighting changes in legal definitions.
India's passport climbs to 80th position in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, offering visa-free access to 55 countries. Singapore tops the list for third consecutive year with 192 destinations.
India's passport ranking improves to 80th globally, offering citizens visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 55 countries. This marks steady progress in travel freedom for Indian travelers.
India's passport now ranks 80th globally, offering visa-free access to 55 countries. While celebrating this progress, experts call for reopening the dual citizenship debate to further strengthen travel freedom.
Pune's passport office issued nearly 4.73 lakh passports in 2025, its highest ever, with demand doubling since 2021 due to education, jobs, and travel abroad.
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.
Bihar Police completes passport verification in just 10 days, a major improvement from previous months-long delays. Patna RPO aims to maintain this standard statewide by 2026.
The Henley Passport Index reveals Japan and Singapore as the world's most powerful passports, offering visa-free access to 194 destinations. India ranks 85th, with access to 62 countries.
The UAE achieves historic 5th place in 2026 Henley Passport Index, surpassing major nations like UK and US. Emirati citizens now enjoy visa-free access to 184 countries.
The UAE achieves a historic 5th place in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, overtaking major Western nations. Its unprecedented 57-spot rise over 20 years reflects strategic diplomacy and global engagement.
The Henley Passport Index 2026 reveals Singapore holds the world's most powerful passport with 192 visa-free destinations. India moves up five positions to 80th globally, while Afghanistan ranks last.
Gujarat High Court clarifies passport authorities cannot decide foreign travel rights. Only trial courts have jurisdiction to permit or restrict international travel.
Haryana Home Secretary Dr Sumita Misra has issued detailed instructions to police and prosecution departments for effective use of plea bargaining provisions under new criminal law to expedite case disposal.
The Bengaluru Airport Police Station has recorded a steady decline in criminal cases over recent years, with officials attributing the drop to enhanced security measures and public awareness.
The latest Henley Passport Index reveals a growing global mobility gap. Singapore leads with 192 visa-free destinations while Afghanistan trails with just 24. India ranks 80th with access to 55 countries.
India's passport ranking improves in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, reflecting enhanced global mobility. The index lists the world's most powerful passports.
The Supreme Court has ruled that separate criminal complaints can be filed for each bounced cheque, even if they originate from a single transaction. This decision clarifies Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act.
Koraput vigilance division registered 41 criminal cases against 82 public servants and private persons in 2025, with significant cash and property seizures.
Ghaziabad's passport office sets a new record, issuing over 3.5 lakh passports in 2025. Key initiatives like the Passport Mobile Van and Melas drive efficiency and reduce pendency for 13 UP districts.
Pune police analysis reveals 1,560 of 2,650 PMC election applicants have criminal records. 60 face serious charges. Authorities intensify vigil on candidates with serious cases.
Kolkata Police uncovers a major human trafficking ring using forged Indian passports for Bangladeshis. New verification protocols cause a backlog of over 20,000 applications. Details inside.
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.
Abdul Khader, alias Shoukath, facing assault, rioting, and NDPS charges, has been externed from Dakshina Kannada to Mudigere. Read the full police order details here.
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