Man kills son for insurance money in China
A Chinese man conspired with his cousin to murder his 7-year-old son for a massive insurance payout. The chilling plot unraveled, leading to death sentences. Read the full story.
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Israel's Death Penalty Bill Sparks Global Criticism
Israel's proposed death penalty law for terrorists passes first reading, facing criticism from human rights groups. Learn about the bill's implications and controversy.
Florida executes Bryan Jennings for 1979 child murder
Bryan Jennings executed for 1979 rape and murder of 6-year-old Rebecca Kunash. Florida sets execution record under Governor DeSantis. Read details of the case.
Violence Mounts in Bangladesh Ahead of Hasina Verdict
Tensions escalate in Bangladesh as the verdict nears in the trial of former PM Sheikh Hasina, with prosecutors seeking the death penalty. Get the latest updates on the political crisis.
Saudi Arabia drug crackdown pushes executions to record
Saudi Arabia intensifies its war on drugs, with executions nearing a record high. Hundreds, including foreign low-level smugglers, face death penalty. Read the full analysis.
Assam faith healer arrested in pregnant teen murder case
A 63-year-old faith healer in Assam's Jorhat arrested for murdering pregnant 18-year-old. Body found in septic tank after 4-day search. POCSO case filed against accused and accomplices.
Faith Healer Arrested in Assam Teen's Murder Case
63-year-old faith healer arrested after pregnant 18-year-old's body found in septic tank in Assam. Case registered under POCSO Act. Local pharmacist, accused's sons also detained.
Pregnant Student Found Dead in Assam Septic Tank
Body of 18-year-old pregnant college student recovered from septic tank in Jorhat. Four arrested including prime accused Jagat Singh. Police negligence investigation underway.
Marshawn Kneeland Cause of Death Revealed at 24
The official cause of death for Marshawn Kneeland, the promising 24-year-old NFL defensive end, has been released. Details emerge about the tragic circumstances surrounding his untimely passing.
Varanasi: ₹500-₹1L fine for feeding strays, new civic rules
Varanasi Municipal Corporation introduces strict penalties: ₹500-₹1 lakh fines for feeding stray animals in public, ₹200 for littering, and ₹500 for spitting. New regulations aim to maintain cleanliness in the holy city.
JH High Court Judges Split Over Cop Killer's Death Penalty
In a dramatic legal showdown, Jharkhand High Court judges deliver split verdict on death sentence for cop killer. Read about the judicial deadlock and case retrial.
SC Quashes POCSO Case, Cites Practical Realities
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court has quashed a POCSO case against a convict who married the victim, emphasizing that criminal law cannot be divorced from practical realities of Indian society.
Andhra Court: Death Penalty for 5 in Mayor's Husband Murder
In a landmark judgment, an Andhra Pradesh court has sentenced five individuals to death for the brutal murder of Chittoor Mayor's husband. The case that shook the political circles sees justice served after extensive legal proceedings.
Nephew gets death for murdering Chittoor's woman mayor
In a shocking case that rocked Andhra Pradesh, a court has awarded death penalty to a nephew for the cold-blooded murder of Chittoor's pioneering woman mayor and her husband after a decade-long legal battle.
Chittoor Mayor Murder: 5 Get Death Penalty
In a historic verdict, five convicts receive death penalty for the brutal murder of Chittoor Mayor P. Sreenivasa Reddy and his wife Kumari. The court delivers justice after a dramatic trial.
Chittoor Mayor Husband Murder: 5 Get Death Penalty
In a landmark judgment, an Andhra Pradesh court has awarded death penalty to five individuals for the brutal murder of Chittoor Mayor's husband. The case that shook the political circles sees justice served after extensive legal proceedings.
Kuwait's Harsh New Drug Laws: Death Penalty for Traffickers
Kuwait implements harsh new anti-drug laws including capital punishment for traffickers, mandatory random testing, and fines up to 1 million dinar in sweeping crackdown.
SC acquits man after 14 years on death row, orders compensation
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court acquits a man sentenced to death after 14 years in prison, highlighting systemic flaws and ordering significant compensation for the miscarriage of justice.
Robert Badinter's Death Penalty Fight Inspires Generations
Explore the remarkable legacy of French statesman Robert Badinter, whose unwavering humanism and battle against capital punishment continues to inspire generations worldwide.
Influencer Ben Bader, 25, Dies Suddenly - Mystery Shrouds Death
The sudden and unexplained death of 25-year-old social media influencer Ben Bader has left friends, family and followers in shock as mystery surrounds the circumstances.
SC: Can Women Face POCSO Charges for Assaulting Boys?
Supreme Court examines crucial legal question - whether women can be prosecuted under POCSO Act for sexually assaulting minor boys, potentially rewriting India's child protection laws.
Maharashtra Doctor Suicide: Father Demands Death Penalty
Shocking doctor suicide case rocks Maharashtra as victim's father seeks maximum punishment. CM Devendra Fadnavis assures strict action against all culprits involved in the tragic incident.
SC to examine if POCSO Act is gender-neutral
The Supreme Court agrees to examine whether the POCSO Act is gender-neutral after a woman challenges criminal proceedings against her. Legal experts debate the interpretation of 'any person' in child protection laws.
Supreme Court's Poor Defence of Inhumane Justice
India's Supreme Court faces criticism for upholding death penalty in a case involving extreme poverty, raising urgent questions about judicial fairness and economic discrimination in capital punishment.
Robert Badinter: France's Death Penalty Abolition Hero
Discover how French statesman Robert Badinter led a historic crusade to abolish the death penalty in France, transforming the nation's moral landscape forever.
Karnataka HC denies Yediyurappa's plea in POCSO case
Karnataka High Court dismisses BS Yediyurappa's petition seeking quashing of POCSO case, allowing investigation to continue. BJP leader faces serious charges in alleged sexual assault case.
POCSO Accused Dies Jumping into Canal in Andhra Pradesh
A 62-year-old man accused under the POCSO Act died after jumping into a canal from a moving bus while being transported to court in Andhra Pradesh's Tuni. The dramatic incident occurred near Geddapalli village.
India's Hanging Paradox: Why Death Penalty Persists
Explore India's complex relationship with the death penalty as most nations abandon executions. Discover the legal, social, and political factors keeping hanging alive in Indian prisons.
Delhi HC Orders Fresh Review of 1993 Blast Convict Case
In a significant legal development, the Delhi High Court has directed a fresh review of 1993 Delhi bomb blasts convict Devinderpal Singh Bhullar's case, potentially reopening a decades-old terrorism conviction that shook the nation.
South Carolina 'Blood Message' Killer Faces Execution
Infamous South Carolina murderer Richard Moore, who wrote a chilling message in his victim's blood, is scheduled for execution in April. Discover the horrifying details of the 1999 crime that shocked the nation.
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