Khandwa Molestation Case Escalates to Murder, 3 Arrested
A molestation complaint in Khandwa's Bhakarada village led to violent clashes and a man's death. Police have arrested three and invoked murder and SC/ST Act charges. Read the full details.
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SC Suggests 'Romeo-Juliet' Exception for POCSO Act
The Supreme Court proposes a 'Romeo-Juliet' clause in the POCSO Act to prevent criminalising consensual teen relationships. Read about the legal debate and its implications.
Railway Zones Missing Safety Goals to Get No Awards
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw declares safety is non-negotiable. Zones failing safety targets will be ineligible for awards, regardless of other performance. New tech portal for staff ideas launched.
Trichy Police Crackdown: Ganja & Tobacco Cases Surge in 2025
Trichy police registered 1,703 cases and arrested 1,840 people for ganja and illegal tobacco in 2025, a massive increase from 2024. SP warns of action under Goondas Act.
Rao Criticizes Karnataka's VBG & Ram G Acts for No Job Guarantee
Karnataka Congress chief Dinesh Gundu Rao slams state's VBG and Ram G Acts for lacking employment guarantee. He vows to strengthen MGNREGA if INDIA bloc wins. Read more.
HC sets aside KDRB notifications for Guruvayur Devaswom posts
Kerala High Court rules KDRB lacks authority for Guruvayur Devaswom recruitment, upholds 1978 Act. A new committee will oversee fresh hiring. Read the full legal breakdown.
Foreigner arrested in Goa for fake Indian passport, Aadhaar card
Goa Crime Branch arrests a 41-year-old Philippine national for obtaining an Indian passport using forged documents. A local accomplice also held. Details on the charges under Foreigners Act and Passport Act.
Delhi HC Refuses Stay on School Fee Act, Extends Deadlines
Delhi High Court declines full stay on 2025 school fee regulation law, grants private schools limited deadline extensions. PSPLS plans Supreme Court appeal.
Karnataka Moves SC Against VBG & Ram G Act
Karnataka government to file a Supreme Court challenge against the VBG and Ram G Act, citing constitutional concerns. Details on the legal battle and its implications.
Venezuela Strike Echoes Panama 1989: Monroe Doctrine Today
Vappala Balachandran draws a stark parallel between the recent US strike in Venezuela and the 1989 Panama invasion, analyzing the enduring Monroe Doctrine. Read this insightful opinion on modern US interventionism.
Viral Video: Man Hangs from Crane to Save Bird
A heart-stopping video shows a man dangling from a crane to rescue a bird entangled in wires. The act, hailed as pure compassion, has deeply moved netizens. Watch the story of bravery.
Congress: Forest Act Changes Open Door to Privatisation
Congress alleges recent amendments to the Forest Conservation Act enable forest management privatisation, threatening tribal rights and ecology. Read the full analysis.
HC Notice to Rajasthan Govt Over Right to Health Act Delay
Rajasthan High Court issues notice to state govt for failing to frame rules under the Right to Health Act 2022 after 2.5 years. A PIL demands urgent implementation. Read more.
Robin Givens & Mike Tyson's 1988 Marriage: A Tumultuous Saga
Explore the story of Robin Givens and Mike Tyson's high-profile 1988 marriage, its dramatic one-year collapse, abuse allegations, and their separate paths to advocacy and fame.
Bombay HC Rules Housing Societies Not Liable for Gratuity
Bombay High Court clarifies that cooperative housing societies are not 'establishments' under the Payment of Gratuity Act, providing relief in a case involving a building manager's claim. Read the full legal analysis.
Railways' FY26 Spend Hits Rs 2 Lakh Crore in 9 Months
Indian Railways' capital expenditure for the first three quarters of FY26 has surged past Rs 2 lakh crore, setting the stage for a major infrastructure push. Explore the key projects and financial strategy.
US Bills Target Campus Antisemitism, Impact Indian Students
Two US Congressional bills aim to protect Jewish students from harassment. Learn how the No Antisemitism in Education Act and Protecting Students on Campus Act differ and their potential impact on international students.
Railways Utilises 80% of FY26 Capex in 9 Months
Indian Railways has utilised over 80% of its FY 2025-26 capital expenditure budget in just nine months, focusing on safety, capacity, and passenger amenities. Discover the breakdown of this massive infrastructure push.
Assam Uses Dormant 1950 Law for Foreigner Expulsion
Assam government invokes long-dormant Immigrants Act to expel declared foreigners within a week, aiming to bypass lengthy court appeals. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma outlines aggressive push.
HC: Single POCSO Offence Enough for Goondas Act Detention
Madras High Court ruled a solitary sexual assault on a minor justifies detention under the Goondas Act, dismissing a plea against a man held in a Thanjavur POCSO case. Read the full legal analysis.
Nagpur: Two arrested for illegal arms, threatening videos
Wadi police in Nagpur arrested two men for illegal firearm possession and circulating threatening videos. The accused have been charged under the Arms Act and Maharashtra Police Act. Read the full details.
Gujarat HC grants bail to juvenile, orders father supervision
Gujarat High Court releases a juvenile on bail in a POCSO case after an out-of-court settlement. The father must ensure he doesn't fall into 'bad company' and probation officers will monitor quarterly.
Maduro Arrest Echoes US Capture of Panama's Noriega in 1989
As US forces capture Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro, history recalls the 1989 Panama invasion and the dramatic arrest of Manuel Noriega using psychological warfare and rock music. Details inside.
Chandigarh Police register 10 FIRs, make 10 arrests on Jan 1
Chandigarh Police registered 10 FIRs and arrested 10 individuals on New Year's Day under various acts for offenses including drug possession, public nuisance, and arms violations. Read the full details.
445 Drunk Driving Cases in Jaipur on New Year's Eve
Jaipur police conducted a massive New Year's eve crackdown, registering 445 drunk driving cases and seizing 84 vehicles. Read the full zone-wise breakdown and enforcement details.
SC's 2026 Docket: Religion, Citizenship, Liberty Cases
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
BJP's Statewide Drive for Viksit Bharat Rozgar Act from Jan 8
BJP Jharkhand launches a 3-day awareness drive for the new Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar Act, countering Congress protests. Details on the political clash over the MGNREGA replacement.
Vadodara man held for public urination in viral video
A 26-year-old man in Vadodara was arrested under the Prohibition Act and Motor Vehicles Act after a video of him urinating publicly at a traffic signal went viral. Police acted swiftly within hours.
Karnataka HC permits termination for minor rape survivor
Karnataka High Court permits termination of 26-week pregnancy for a 17-year-old rape survivor, citing protection of her 'honour and dignity' as paramount. Read the full legal analysis.
Punjab Vidhan Sabha clears 3 Bills to streamline land, revenue processes
Punjab Assembly passes three crucial Bills to simplify land ownership, digitize records, and rationalize stamp duty. The move aims to reduce public hardship and expedite legal processes.
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