Donald Trump expressed gratitude to Iran for canceling scheduled executions of political prisoners. The White House warned of grave consequences if killings continued, while US allies urged against military action.
Activist Lakha Sidhana joins Akali Dal Waris Punjab De at Muktsar rally. Party announces massive protest on February 10 against NSA on Amritpal Singh and for Sikh prisoners' release.
FBI agents searched a Washington Post reporter's home in a leak investigation. Gurugram police filed FIRs against 13 drivers for wrong-side driving. Venezuela's acting president vows prisoner releases.
A significant increase in wages for prisoners in Kerala has ignited a heated debate, with critics questioning the fairness and timing of the move amid broader economic concerns.
Activists of Qaumi Insaaf Morcha took control of multiple toll plazas across Punjab, allowing free passage to motorists for three hours on Monday.
Quami Insaaf Morcha's protest makes 49 Punjab toll plazas free from noon to 3 pm Monday, demanding release of Sikh 'Bandi Singhs'. Key plazas include Ladhowal and Kurali.
Venezuela begins releasing political prisoners, citing Donald Trump's 'hope they never forget' statement as a catalyst. A significant shift in the nation's long-standing human rights crisis.
Venezuela has released 18 political prisoners, a key demand of human rights groups and opposition leader Maria Corina Machado. Read the latest developments.
Venezuela releases political prisoners, including opposition members, following President Maduro's detention by US forces. US moves to protect Venezuelan oil revenue. Read the latest developments.
Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman grants royal pardon to 334 prisoners, including expatriates, marking his accession anniversary. A humanitarian gesture for societal reintegration.
Venezuela's government announces the release of an 'important number' of political detainees, including foreigners. A significant move hinting at political shifts. Read the full report.
US President Trump cancels military action as Venezuela releases political prisoners. He announces a massive $100 billion oil investment deal and plans to meet energy executives.
US President Donald Trump cancels planned military action against Venezuela, citing prisoner releases and a massive $100 billion oil and gas infrastructure investment deal. Read the full story.
Rajasthan High Court condemns mandatory surety bonds for indigent prisoners on parole, calling it an 'instrument of oppression'. Read the full story and new guidelines.
Venezuela releases political detainees & foreigners in a major prisoner release. Details on the 'peace gesture', Spanish nationals freed, and the uncertain future. Read more.
Venezuela's regime announces release of 'significant number' of political prisoners, a move analysts see as a peace gesture to the Trump administration following Nicolás Maduro's capture.
Venezuela's top lawmaker announces a significant prisoner release, including foreigners, as a unilateral peace gesture. Read the latest developments.
Despite the US deposing Nicolás Maduro, nearly 800 dissidents remain in Venezuela's jails. Reports detail inhumane conditions and sham trials. Is the old regime still in charge?
Oman has standardised fees for citizenship services. Applying now costs OMR 600, while renouncing nationality is OMR 200. The new rules took effect on January 4, 2026. Read for details.
Supreme Court denies bail to Umar Khalid & Sharjeel Imam after 5+ years without trial, spotlighting India's undertrial crisis & judicial role in protecting liberty. Read the analysis.
In a heartwarming gesture, undertrial prisoners in Koppal district jail donated rice and flour by skipping breakfast for Gavi Mutt's Maha Rathotsav community feeding. Read how diverse groups are contributing to the dasoha.
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?
A violent clash erupted inside Chennai's Puzhal Central Prison between two undertrials linked to BSP leader Armstrong's murder. An assistant jailer was injured. Read the full details.
India has formally requested Pakistan for the swift repatriation of its civilian prisoners and fishermen. The appeal was made during a recent diplomatic meeting, highlighting humanitarian concerns.
India and Pakistan exchanged lists of civilian prisoners and fishermen. Despite 167 Indians completing sentences, repatriation delays persist. Read the latest on this humanitarian issue.
Hany Babu and Anand Teltumbde, accused in the Bhima Koregaon case, spent years in Taloja prison without trial. They describe overcrowding, medical neglect, and a system where 75% of inmates are undertrials. Read their shocking account.
India's female inmate population skyrocketed from 9,089 in 2000 to 23,772 in 2022. Experts blame stigma, harsh bail denials, and a system blind to women's distinct needs, especially mothers. Read about the urgent call for reform.
Revisit the fiery January 2025 confirmation hearing where FBI nominee Kash Patel defended calling Jan 6 defendants 'political prisoners'. Get the full details of the clash.
Three undertrial prisoners, facing serious charges like rape and murder, escaped from Khachrod sub-jail in Ujjain using a folding ladder. Police launch massive manhunt. Read the full story.
A casual dinner chat about Zepbound weight-loss drug between US envoy John Coale and Belarus's Lukashenko paved way for prisoner release deal. Over 250 detainees freed, including Nobel laureate.