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.
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32 Election Candidates Face Criminal Charges: ADR Report
A new ADR analysis reveals alarming data about candidates in Bihar's first-phase elections, with 32 contenders facing serious criminal cases including attempted murder and crimes against women.
SC: Police Can Register FIR for Witness Threat Without Court Order
Supreme Court empowers police to directly register FIRs when witnesses face intimidation, eliminating need for formal court complaints in crucial witness protection move.
Karnataka HC: Mutual relationships not criminal offences
In a progressive judgment, Karnataka High Court quashes criminal case against a man, asserting that consensual relationships between adults cannot be treated as offences under Indian law.
Justice Surya Kant recommended as next CJI
In a historic development, CJI BR Gavai has recommended Justice Surya Kant as his successor, marking a significant moment in India's judicial leadership transition.
India's Judicial Crisis: Neglect, Not System Failure
India's judiciary faces a critical crisis of delayed justice due to chronic underfunding and neglect, not systemic flaws. Discover why filling judicial vacancies and adequate funding could transform justice delivery.
Tech Revolution Transforms India's Legal System: Meghalaya HC
Exclusive insights from Meghalaya High Court's Chief Justice on how digital integration is slashing case backlogs and creating a more efficient, transparent judiciary system across India.
UK Prison Releases Migrant Sex Offender Facing Deportation
Shocking failure in UK's immigration system as convicted sex offender freed from prison while facing deportation, sparking government investigation and public outrage.
Sex offender rearrested after prison release error
London Metropolitan Police recapture convicted sex offender and asylum seeker Lawangeen Abdulrahimzai, who was mistakenly released from prison. The 21-year-old, serving for immigration offenses, was arrested again in Croydon.
UK Police Rearrest Escaped Sex Offender Asylum Seeker
A convicted sex offender and asylum seeker, wrongly released from UK custody, has been apprehended after a massive police manhunt. Discover the shocking details of the system failure.
Convict Rights & Presidential Clemency: India's Legal Grey Zone
Exploring the legal grey areas where convict rights intersect with presidential pardon powers in India's justice system. An in-depth analysis of crime, clemency, and constitutional dilemmas.
Renukaswamy Murder Trial Delayed: Prosecutor Alleges Stalling
The high-profile Renukaswamy murder case faces significant delays as the special prosecutor alleges the accused are employing deliberate stalling tactics in Bengaluru court proceedings.
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.
French woman gets life sentence without parole for murder
In a landmark ruling, a French court has sentenced a woman to life imprisonment without parole for a brutal murder, setting a new precedent in the country's judicial history.
Shah attacks RJD for fielding Shahabuddin's son in Bihar
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launches scathing attack on RJD for nominating former MP Shahabuddin's son in Bihar elections, reigniting debate over party's criminal justice record.
Double life sentence for Tamil Nadu murderer in Coimbatore
A Tamil Nadu court delivers historic double life imprisonment to a man for the 2022 murder of a 32-year-old, setting a strong precedent in criminal justice.
70,000 Execution Petitions Pending in Indian Courts: SC Data
Shocking data from the Supreme Court shows massive pendency of execution petitions across Indian courts, with over 70,000 cases waiting for justice implementation. Discover the crisis in India's legal system and what it means for citizens.
Pune gangster Nilesh Ghaywal's passport cancelled
Notorious Pune criminal Nilesh Ghaywal faces international travel ban as authorities cancel his passport in coordinated effort to bring him to justice for serious criminal charges.
Delhi Court Acquits Man After 12 Years in Forgery Case
In a landmark judgment, a Delhi court acquits a man accused of forgery after 12 years when forensic evidence reveals handwriting mismatch on disputed cheque. Read the full story of justice delayed but finally delivered.
Mumbai court rejects bail over father disowning son
In a significant ruling, a Mumbai sessions court rejected a bail plea after considering the father's disownment of his son as a serious factor. Discover how family relationships are influencing legal outcomes in Indian courts.
Justice Surya Kant to be India's 53rd CJI
The Indian government has officially begun the process to appoint Justice Surya Kant, the senior-most Supreme Court judge, as the next Chief Justice of India, marking a significant moment in Indian judiciary history.
Justice Surya Kant Set to Become Next CJI
The Central government has initiated the crucial process of appointing India's next Chief Justice. Justice Surya Kant, currently next in line, is poised to take over when Justice Gavai demits office on November 23, 2025.
India begins process to appoint new Chief Justice
The Indian government has officially commenced the appointment process for the next Chief Justice of India as incumbent Justice B.R. Gavai prepares to demit office on November 23, 2024. Get exclusive insights into the succession timeline and key contender
Saudi Ends Kafala System: Big Win for Indian Workers
Saudi Arabia abolishes controversial Kafala sponsorship system, granting unprecedented rights to migrant workers. Discover how this landmark reform benefits over 1.34 crore foreign workers, including millions of Indians.
Durgapur Gang Rape: Two Accused Confess in Court
In a major breakthrough in the Durgapur gang rape case, two accused have confessed before the court, revealing chilling details of the crime that has shaken West Bengal.
SC ensures justice for widow after 23-year legal fight
In an extraordinary display of judicial perseverance, the Supreme Court of India ensures a widow receives her rightful railway compensation after fighting for 23 years. Read this inspiring story of justice delayed but not denied.
Women Seek Justice in Dharmasthala Suspicious Death Cases
A women's delegation meets Karnataka DGP demanding fresh investigation into alleged murders of two women in Dharmasthala, citing suspicious circumstances and evidence lapses.
8.8 Lakh Execution Petitions Pending: SC Alarm
Shocking backlog of 8.8 lakh execution petitions across India prompts Supreme Court intervention. Learn how the judiciary plans to tackle this massive pendency crisis affecting justice delivery.
Justice Must Not Be Defeated by Technicalities: SC Judge
Supreme Court Judge Justice Bela M Trivedi emphasizes that justice should never be sacrificed for procedural technicalities during a Chandigarh legal conference.
Bolton Pleads Not Guilty in Classified Docs Case
Former US National Security Advisor John Bolton faces criminal charges for allegedly mishandling classified government secrets. Get the latest updates on this explosive legal battle.
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