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SC Bail Denial: Questions on Justice System & Undertrial Crisis
Supreme Court denies bail to Umar Khalid & Sharjeel Imam after 5+ years without trial, spotlighting India's undertrial crisis & judicial role in protecting liberty. Read the analysis.
Undertrial Prisoners Donate Food for Gavi Mutt Festival
In a heartwarming gesture, undertrial prisoners in Koppal district jail donated rice and flour by skipping breakfast for Gavi Mutt's Maha Rathotsav community feeding. Read how diverse groups are contributing to the dasoha.
Andhra Jails Packed with Undertrials, Not Convicts
Andhra Pradesh jails hold more undertrials than convicts, revealing judicial delays & legal aid gaps. Data shows 5,065 await trial vs 2,511 convicts. Can new laws fix this?
Prison Brawl in Chennai: Two Undertrials Attack Each Other
A violent clash erupted inside Chennai's Puzhal Central Prison between two undertrials linked to BSP leader Armstrong's murder. An assistant jailer was injured. Read the full details.
India Seeks Early Release of Prisoners from Pakistan
India has formally requested Pakistan for the swift repatriation of its civilian prisoners and fishermen. The appeal was made during a recent diplomatic meeting, highlighting humanitarian concerns.
India-Pakistan exchange prisoner lists, 167 Indians await repatriation
India and Pakistan exchanged lists of civilian prisoners and fishermen. Despite 167 Indians completing sentences, repatriation delays persist. Read the latest on this humanitarian issue.
Undertrials' Ordeal: Life Inside India's Overcrowded Prisons
Hany Babu and Anand Teltumbde, accused in the Bhima Koregaon case, spent years in Taloja prison without trial. They describe overcrowding, medical neglect, and a system where 75% of inmates are undertrials. Read their shocking account.
Women Prisoners in India Rise 162%, Highlighting Systemic Gaps
India's female inmate population skyrocketed from 9,089 in 2000 to 23,772 in 2022. Experts blame stigma, harsh bail denials, and a system blind to women's distinct needs, especially mothers. Read about the urgent call for reform.
Patel vs Blumenthal: Tense Exchange on J6 Prisoners
Revisit the fiery January 2025 confirmation hearing where FBI nominee Kash Patel defended calling Jan 6 defendants 'political prisoners'. Get the full details of the clash.
SL Women Bowl First in Series-Deciding 5th T20I vs India
Sri Lanka Women won the toss and chose to bowl against India in the crucial 5th and final T20I. Get the latest match updates and key player details here.
Mandhana, Shafali Fire India to 221/2 in 4th T20I
Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma's record-breaking 174-run partnership powered India Women to a massive 221/2 against Sri Lanka in the 4th T20I. Read the full match report and analysis.
Three Undertrials Escape Khachrod Sub-Jail in Ujjain
Three undertrial prisoners, facing serious charges like rape and murder, escaped from Khachrod sub-jail in Ujjain using a folding ladder. Police launch massive manhunt. Read the full story.
How a Weight-Loss Chat Helped Free Belarus Political Prisoners
A casual dinner chat about Zepbound weight-loss drug between US envoy John Coale and Belarus's Lukashenko paved way for prisoner release deal. Over 250 detainees freed, including Nobel laureate.
J&K Court Rejects Mufti's Plea on Undertrial Transfers
J&K and Ladakh High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's PIL seeking transfer of undertrials. Bench calls petition vague and politically motivated. Read the full details.
J&K High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's undertrial plea
Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's petition on undertrial transfers, calling it politically motivated. Read the full details and court's strong observations.
Court Rejects Mehbooba Mufti's Plea on Kashmiri Prisoners
Jammu and Kashmir High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's PIL seeking transfer of Kashmiri political prisoners, calling it a tool for political gain. Read the full details.
J&K HC rejects Mehbooba Mufti's PIL on undertrial prisoners
Jammu and Kashmir High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's PIL seeking repatriation of undertrial prisoners, citing lack of specifics. Read the full details of the court's decision.
AIFF Committee Sets High Priority on Women's Asian Cup Prep
The AIFF Women's Football Committee, led by Pinky Bompal Magar, has prioritized 2026 Asian Cup preparations. Plans include a robust calendar, exposure tours, and scouting for the Indian women's national team.
Kerala HC: No discrimination in prison emergency leave
Kerala High Court grants prisoner emergency leave, ruling jail authorities cannot discriminate between brother's and sister's son. Justice Edappagath calls interpretation unconstitutional.
Prison Overcrowding Blocks Fugitive Extraditions to India
Foreign courts deny India's extradition pleas citing poor prison conditions. New data shows 5.3L inmates in 2023, with 120% occupancy. Better reporting can reform justice. Read more.
Ayushman Health Cards for Maharashtra Prisoners
Maharashtra prison department extends Ayushman Bharat health insurance to all inmates, focusing on elderly prisoners. Special drive ensures cashless treatment. Read more.
NUSRL Ranchi starts legal training for new advocates
National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi, announced a Continuous Legal Education programme for advocates with under 5 years experience and an undertrial prisoners project. Read more.
41 Fugitive Convicts Returned to Jail in Gujarat Drive
Gujarat police's 'Operation Karawaas' recaptured 41 convicts who skipped parole & 41 undertrials who jumped bail. Six had been absconding for over a decade. Read the full report.
Narayan Sai booked for mobile phone in jail cell
Convict Narayan Sai faces new charges after jail staff found a mobile phone, SIM card, and battery hidden in his high-security cell at Surat's Lajpore Jail. Read the full investigation details.
India Women vs Sri Lanka: 5 T20Is in December
World champions India women's cricket team returns to action with five T20Is against Sri Lanka starting December 1. Full schedule, venues, and team details revealed.
Engineer Rashid to Hold Hunger Strike on November 28
Jailed MP Engineer Rashid announces hunger strike on November 28 demanding release of Kashmiri prisoners. The protest highlights ongoing detention issues in Tihar Jail.
Myanmar Military Grants Mass Amnesty Ahead of Election
Myanmar's military rulers release over 3,000 prisoners in major amnesty ahead of upcoming election. Analysis of political motives and international reactions.
Guru Tegh Bahadur's 350th martyrdom anniversary observed
Thousands gather at Sikh holy sites for Guru Tegh Bahadur's 350th martyrdom anniversary. Akal Takht Jathedar criticizes governments over Sikh rights and prisoner releases. Read full coverage.
Murder convict gets 3 months jail for jumping parole
Chandigarh court sentences murder convict Inderjit Singh to 3 months imprisonment for abusing parole concession. Life term prisoner failed to surrender after 28-day parole in 2024.
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