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?
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?
NIA chargesheets three more, including a doctor, in the Bengaluru prison radicalisation case under anti-terror and corruption laws. Details on the expanding probe inside.
Maharashtra saw over 32.7 lakh new vehicle registrations in 2025, a 13.5% annual increase. Mumbai alone added 3 lakh vehicles, intensifying traffic and pollution woes. Explore the full data breakdown.
An Australian influencer shares her punishing experience at a Chinese 'fat prison' camp, detailing the strict diet, intense workouts, and locked gates. Discover the controversial weight-loss trend.
Former NIA Director General Sadanand Vasant Date is the new Maharashtra DGP. Get the details on his appointment, career, and the challenges ahead.
Political alliances in Maharashtra are in disarray as parties finalize strategies for the crucial civic polls across 29 municipal corporations. Key players like BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP face internal and external challenges.
Karnataka DGP Alok Kumar reveals prison main gates are the primary breach point for banned mobiles. Over 100 phones seized in recent drives. Read about the crackdown plan.
Haryana DG Prisons issues stern warning to criminals, stating they face either a police bullet or imprisonment. The hardline stance follows recent violent incidents in the state.
Mrs Maharashtra 2025 pageant celebrates married women's elegance & empowerment. Discover the legacy, categories, and how to apply for this prestigious title. Apply now!
Maharashtra's BJP and Congress hold key meetings on Dec 25 to finalize candidates for crucial municipal corporation elections. Get the latest political strategy updates.
DGP Alok Kumar inspected Mangaluru District Prison, citing overcrowding at 170% capacity. He revealed plans for AI surveillance and stricter vigilance to curb contraband. Read more.
Karnataka DGP Prisons Alok Kumar, during a Mangaluru inspection, stated that effective prison management can resolve 60% of law and order problems. Read his insights on crime control.
Security heightened at Ludhiana Central Jail after a violent inmate clash left officials hurt. 24 inmates booked, investigation underway. Read the latest updates on the prison safety review.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis congratulates winners of municipal council polls, pledges continued development. Key results from Pune, Nagpur & more.
A surprise night inspection at Ballari Central Jail led to the seizure of banned mobile phones and accessories. An FIR has been filed under the Karnataka Prisons Act. Read the full details.
Maharashtra prison department extends Ayushman Bharat health insurance to all inmates, focusing on elderly prisoners. Special drive ensures cashless treatment. Read more.
Security at Ludhiana Central Jail discovered 70g tobacco hidden in an inmate's footwear. Manmeet Singh booked under Prisons Act. Read how authorities are cracking down on smuggling.
The Aam Aadmi Party announces its ambitious plan to contest 227 seats in the upcoming Maharashtra civic body elections, marking a major expansion of its political footprint beyond Delhi and Punjab.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara clarifies viral prison videos are from BJP's tenure. Data reveals 153 cases registered for banned items in prisons over two years. Read the full story.
Bengaluru Central Prison officials seized 79 mobile phones, sharp weapons, and cash in a surprise raid. A case is registered under the Karnataka Prisons Act. Read the full details.
A major security drive across Karnataka prisons led to the seizure of over 1,600 mobile phones and 1.5 kg of ganja. The crackdown highlights ongoing challenges in curbing illegal activities within correctional facilities.
CJI Surya Kant calls for modernising India's prisons with digital training & UK-style monitoring chips. Aim: transform jails into 'engines of reintegration'. Read the full plan.
Maharashtra home dept informs HC of reducing prison vacancies from 29% to 25.75%. 726 more posts to be filled by March 2026, with all 1,820 vacancies targeted by Dec 2027. Details inside.
Supreme Court expresses shock as an undertrial is not produced for 55 hearings. Probe ordered into systemic gaps, staff shortages due to VIP duties, and flawed prisoner transport.
In a major security crackdown, authorities seized 14 mobile phones from Amritsar Central Jail. The raid highlights ongoing contraband issues in Punjab prisons. Read the full report.
Punjab's prison department launches 11 IT hubs to provide vocational training and rehabilitation for inmates, aiming to reduce recidivism and aid reintegration. A step towards reform.
Maharashtra's first phase of local body elections is set for December 2, 2025, with EVMs at all stations. Results will be declared on December 3. Get all details on timings, seats, and the election schedule here.
Ahead of the Maharashtra municipal council and nagar panchayat elections, here is the complete guide on what services will remain open and what will be shut on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Maharashtra Police recruitment 2025 ends today for 15,631 posts including Police Constable, Driver positions. Apply at policerecruitment2025.mahait.org before deadline.
Maharashtra Police announces 15,657 constable vacancies. Registration ends November 30, 2025. Check eligibility, selection process, and apply online at mahapolice.gov.in.