Karnataka becomes India's first state with a dedicated law against hate speech and hate crimes, allowing for up to 10 years in prison for repeat offenders. Could this be a model for the nation?
India suspends visa services in Dhaka and urges Bangladesh to protect its missions amid worsening bilateral ties and protests. Get the latest details here.
Karnataka's new Hate Speech Bill aims to protect constitutional values. Here's a breakdown of who is punishable, who is exempted, and what it means for political discourse. Read the full explainer.
Karnataka's new law defines hate speech more explicitly than central rules, sparking debate over free speech and legal overreach. Read the full analysis.
Karnataka introduces India's first state-level Hate Speech Bill, proposing 2-10 years jail & collective liability. Explore the legal gap, Supreme Court's role, and how India currently regulates hate speech.
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Supreme Court rejects plea seeking ban on Arundhati Roy's book for cover depicting her smoking. Bench says court cannot act as 'moral guardian of the nation'. Read the full details.
Punjab & Haryana High Court refuses anticipatory bail to singer Sandeep Singh Attal in hate speech case. Court cites risk to probe & public order. Details inside.
SP MP Rajeev Rai lauds Karnataka's Congress government for tolerating criticism he says would earn an FIR in BJP-ruled states. Full analysis of his political remarks and the context.
PM Narendra Modi expressed concern for former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia's failing health, offering India's support. This gesture marks a significant diplomatic outreach as Bangladesh's political landscape shifts ahead of polls.
Bangladesh Nationalist Party expresses gratitude to PM Narendra Modi for his concern and offer of support for ailing former PM Khaleda Zia. Read the latest diplomatic developments.
Supreme Court mandates I&B Ministry to create a pre-upload screening mechanism for user-generated content to prevent social unrest. A 4-week deadline has been set for the draft.
Prime Minister Modi emphasizes that true freedom involves duties and unity alongside rights. He praised Gujarat's foot march, recalling padyatras' role in freedom struggle.
Bangladesh authorities launch major operations against Islamist militants following deadly attacks on Sufi musicians. Rising extremism threatens cultural traditions.
New CJI Surya Kant emphasizes strengthening freedom of speech while calling for regulatory framework to ensure responsibility and accuracy in public discourse. Read his vision.
Nicki Minaj makes headlines with UN speech on Nigeria Christian persecution while reigniting feud with Cardi B. Read about her bold activism and social media drama.
Bangladesh's interim government formally requests India to extradite former PM Sheikh Hasina through diplomatic channels. Official note sent via High Commission in New Delhi.
Massive protests sweep Bangladesh as opposition demands PM Sheikh Hasina's extradition. Thousands rally amid escalating political tensions. Latest updates on the crisis.
P Chidambaram contrasts PM Modi's Ramnath Goenka Lecture on press freedom with the ground reality of media censorship and journalist fear in India. Read the stark analysis.
Hindu community stages massive protest in Dhaka demanding protection amid escalating violence against minorities. Government faces pressure to ensure safety.
Bangladesh faces escalating political violence as the banned Awami League asserts its identity. Interim government excludes party from polls and reforms. Read full analysis.
Bangladesh court sentences Sheikh Hasina to death, sparking protests and straining India relations. Extradition attempts fail as political tensions rise. Read full analysis.
Defense lawyer challenges death sentence for Iskcon priest in Bangladesh, claiming verdict ignores facts. Case draws international attention to religious freedom concerns.
Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus praises court verdict declaring Sheikh Hasina a fugitive. Hasina fled to India amid massive protests. Read the latest developments.
Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina receives death sentence from International Crimes Tribunal for crimes against humanity. Read the complete timeline of events that led to this historic verdict.
Bangladesh court delivers death sentence to former PM Sheikh Hasina. Get complete details on the verdict and international reactions. Stay informed about this major development.
Political violence escalates in Bangladesh as opposition protests turn deadly ahead of crucial verdict in case against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Multiple casualties reported.
India climbs 8 spots to rank 151st in World Press Freedom Index 2025 as National Press Day highlights media credibility challenges. Essential reading for UPSC aspirants.
Bangladesh faces escalating political tensions as crucial tribunal verdict approaches. Key opposition leaders arrested amid nationwide protests. Read full analysis.
US President Donald Trump promises legal action against BBC for misleading edit of his January 6 speech. BBC apologizes but denies defamation. Latest updates.