US Lawmakers Support Jailed Indian Activists Umar Khalid
Over 30 US Congress members urge India to release student activists Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and others, citing human rights concerns. Read the full story.
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Activists Slam MGNREGA Repeal as 'Assault on Federalism'
Civil society groups demand immediate restoration of MGNREGA, calling its replacement an attack on Dalit and Adivasi workers' dignity. Full story on the controversial new law.
J&K High Court: Bail in life/death cases is exception, not rule
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court grants bail to bank manager in a multi-crore fraud case, laying down key principles. Justice Wani emphasizes no 'golden test' for bail, calls for case-by-case judicial weighing. Read the full analysis.
Mumbai professor gets pre-arrest bail in harassment case
A Mumbai sessions court granted anticipatory bail to a 61-year-old professor accused of sexual harassment at a college festival. The professor denies all allegations. Read the full details here.
350 activists write open letter to Centre on MGNREGA
Over 350 activists and citizens have written an open letter urging the government to address MGNREGA's issues rather than repeal it. They warn against top-down reforms that burden the poor. Read the full story.
Kerala Court Acquits All in ABVP Activist Murder Case
A Kerala court acquits all seven accused in the 2016 murder of ABVP activist Nandu. The verdict cites lack of evidence after an eight-year legal battle. Read the full details.
Jaipur animal activists rally Jan 4 before SC hearing on stray dogs
Animal activists in Jaipur will join a nationwide rally on January 4, protesting a Supreme Court order on stray dog relocation. The rally precedes the crucial January 7 court hearing.
Bareilly: 5 Held for Cafe Attack, 'Love Jihad' Slogans
A nursing student's birthday party in Bareilly was violently disrupted by right-wing activists who assaulted guests. Police have arrested five, but the main accused remains at large. Read the full story.
HC Reserves Order on Ex-MLA's Bail in Liquor Scam Case
Andhra Pradesh High Court reserves order on bail plea of former YSRCP MLA Chevireddy Bhaskar Reddy in alleged liquor policy scam. SIT opposes bail citing evidence of money transport.
Ex-Justice Oka: Pollution Fight Needs Every Citizen's Duty
Retired Supreme Court Justice Abhay S Oka says Delhi's severe air pollution won't end until every citizen embraces environmental duty. He highlights attacks on activists and judges.
Bareilly: Right-Wing Activists Attack Birthday Party, Cry Love Jihad
In Bareilly, right-wing activists stormed a nursing student's birthday, assaulted guests over false 'love jihad' claims. Police face backlash for inaction. Details inside.
Vadodara crash survivors to challenge accused's bail
Survivors of the Vadodara car crash, where a law student drove under narcotics influence, plan to legally challenge his bail. Victims detail life-altering injuries and loss.
Court grants bail to 6 India Gate protesters, cites no banned links
A Delhi court grants bail to six protesters arrested at India Gate, stating they are not part of any banned group and further probe is not required. 22 of 23 arrested are now out on bail.
Six Anti-Pollution Protesters Granted Bail by Delhi Court
A Delhi court grants bail to six individuals arrested after a Kartavya Path protest, noting no flight risk or need for further custody. Read the full details of the court's order.
Unnao Rape Convict's Bail Triggers Protests in Delhi
Delhi protests erupt as Unnao rape convict Kuldeep Sengar gets bail. Victim's mother demands capital punishment, citing revived trauma and systemic failure. Read the full story.
HC: Passport Surrender Not Automatic Bail Condition
Punjab & Haryana High Court cautions against routine passport surrender as bail condition. Justice Sumeet Goel says order must be based on objective threat to justice. Read the full analysis.
Christmas vandalism in Assam, Chhattisgarh leads to arrests
Right-wing activists vandalized Christmas decorations in Assam and Chhattisgarh on December 25. Four arrests made in Nalbari, FIR filed in Raipur. Details inside.
4 VHP, Bajrang Dal activists arrested for Christmas vandalism in Assam
Assam Police arrested four Hindutva activists for vandalising a school's Christmas decor in Nalbari. The incident has sparked outrage, with calls to uphold religious freedom. Read the full details.
Christmas Decor Vandalized in Raipur Mall, FIR Filed
A violent mob stormed Magneto Mall in Raipur, vandalizing Christmas decorations and demanding religious identity. Police have filed an FIR and identified suspects. Read the full report.
Kochi activists, govt join hands for stray dog rehabilitation
Animal welfare activists in Kochi pledge collaboration with government agencies to build shelters and implement responsible feeding programs for stray dogs. Read the full plan.
Baloch Committee Raises Alarm Over Women's Disappearances
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee reports a surge in enforced disappearances of Baloch women in Pakistan, accusing state agencies. Families demand justice and international attention.
CBI Court Notice on DIG Bhullar Bail Plea, Hearing Today
Chandigarh CBI court issues notice on suspended DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar's bail plea. Defence argues illegal arrest, jurisdiction issues. Hearing set for Wednesday. Read the latest developments.
HC: No Automatic Passport Deposit as Bail Condition
Punjab & Haryana HC rules that demanding passport deposit for bail must not be automatic. Courts must prove a genuine flight risk. Read the landmark judgment details.
Minister Blames RSS for Migrant Worker Lynching in Kerala
Kerala Minister M B Rajesh alleges RSS activists lynched migrant worker Ramnarayan Baghel in Walayar, branding it a result of Sangh Parivar's politics of hate. Opposition calls it a disgrace.
Mumbai court grants bail to dentist in child trafficking case
A Mumbai sessions court grants bail to Dr. Reshmi Banerji, citing no evidence she harmed the child. The case involves an alleged interstate trafficking racket uncovered in April 2024. Read the full details.
Madurai Dargah Festival Starts Amid Hindu Outfit Protests
The annual Dargah festival in Madurai commenced amid protests by BJP and right-wing activists over access rights. Police detained protesters raising slogans. Read the full details.
SC Sets Aside Ex-Parte Anticipatory Bail Cancellation
Supreme Court reinstates anticipatory bail, criticising Bombay High Court's ex-parte order. Case sent back for fresh hearing with both parties present. Key legal principle upheld.
100+ Farmers' Activists Booked for UP Toll Plaza Protest
Police in Uttar Pradesh book over 100 activists for blocking traffic at a toll plaza in protest against new highway regulations. The incident caused major disruptions on NH-9.
SC Quashes Patna HC Bail for 5 Accused in Armed Assault
Supreme Court cancels bail for five habitual offenders, ruling criminal antecedents are vital in bail decisions. Read the full analysis of the landmark judgment.
Hate Speech Bill Raises Free Speech Concerns in Karnataka
Activists and lawyers in Bengaluru raise alarms over Karnataka's new hate speech bill, warning of potential misuse and threats to free expression. Key concerns include vague definitions and excessive police powers.
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