The 41st Patna Book Fair transforms Gandhi Maidan into a literary paradise, attracting over a lakh visitors. Discover book launches, interactive sessions, and the world's most expensive book priced at Rs 15 crore.
Supreme Court to hear plea by Tenzin Chozin challenging the PSA detention of activist Sonam Wangchuk. Hearing set for Monday, March 25. Full details on the legal battle.
Megha Majumdar's new novel 'A Guardian and a Thief', set in a famine-stricken Kolkata, wins Oprah's praise but faces critique for its Americanised MFA sheen. Read our in-depth review.
While Sunali Khatun returns to India, another Birbhum family despairs as their daughter Sweety Bibi remains stranded in Bangladesh with her two sons. The Calcutta HC quashed the deportation order.
Discover this week's essential reads, including a deep dive into India's 1971 war and a novel on Partition's legacy. Expand your literary horizons now!
The Bombay High Court dismissed a mosque's plea to use loudspeakers, stating no religion mandates voice amplifiers for prayers. Read the full details and legal implications here.
Supreme Court rejects plea seeking ban on Arundhati Roy's book for cover depicting her smoking. Bench says court cannot act as 'moral guardian of the nation'. Read the full details.
The Trump administration has significantly expanded its travel ban list to over 30 countries. Get the latest details on the policy shift and its global implications.
Trump's new immigration ban on 19 countries faces criticism for contradictions & discrimination. It may hurt US security & economy. Read the full analysis.
Nagpur HC dismisses mosque plea for loudspeakers, citing Supreme Court ruling on noise pollution and rights of unwilling listeners. Read the full legal analysis.
Controversial streamer RaKai suspended by Twitch after viral Walmart clip. Was it a 2-year ban or a display bug? Details on the 'illegal activities' charge and the ethics of IRL streaming.
Sebi bans financial influencer Avadhut Sathe for market manipulation, ordering a massive Rs 546 crore disgorgement. Learn the details of the scheme that misled investors.
A Jammu court dismissed the CBI's remand plea for Shangloo and cancelled warrants against seven others in the 1990 Mehbooba Mufti abduction case. The court cited the 1991 chargesheet which did not list them as absconding. Read the full details.
Madras High Court rejects bail plea of police officer accused in honour killing, highlighting the persistent societal menace of lethal violence in the name of 'honour'. Read the full details.
Karnataka High Court rejects former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna's plea for bail & sentence suspension in a rape case, citing gravity of offence. Details inside.
The Trump administration halts all immigration from 19 countries, including India's neighbours. Expert warns of frozen cases, lawsuits. Read the full impact analysis.
Meta launches its next-gen Ray-Ban smart glasses in India. Explore new styles like Wayfarer, Skyler & seasonal colors. Discover AI-powered features now available.
The Trump administration freezes all immigration applications, including green cards, for citizens of 19 countries under the expanded travel ban. This follows a National Guard shooting incident, leading to heightened scrutiny for applicants.
YouTube will comply with Australia's new social media law, banning users under 16 from signing in. Full account access will be lost, impacting creators and parental controls. Read details.
Australia imposes a landmark ban on under-16s using major social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube from December 10. Learn about the fines, platform responses, and the government's 'purgatory' rationale.
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan refugee, pleads not guilty to shooting two US National Guard members in Seattle. The incident raises security concerns. Read the full details.
Taragarh Khadim Panchayat in Ajmer bans extravagant death feasts, stopping free facilities to relieve poor families from debt. A move against superstition and financial burden.
Australia's new social media ban for under-16s ignites global debate on safety vs. freedom. Experts weigh in on impacts, enforcement challenges, and what it means for India's youth.
Supreme Court hears habeas corpus plea on Rohingya disappearance, questions illegal entry status. CJI asks if 'intruders' deserve a red carpet welcome. Read the full debate.
Kuwait imposes a nationwide ban on commercial dog and cat imports to address its stray animal problem. Citizens allowed one personal pet import per year. Read details.
Indore police crack down on Chinese manja sellers after a 16-year-old boy dies from a fatal throat injury. Two arrested with 200 rolls. Read the full story on the city's safety campaign.
ACB court reserves order on IAS officer Vinay Choubey's bail plea in Hazaribag land scam case. Lawyer argues name added illegally. Verdict on Wednesday.
Hazaribag court reserves order on IAS officer Vinay Choubey's bail plea in land scam case. Lawyer argues name added later, violating Evidence Act. Verdict on Wednesday.
Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu inaugurates the week-long Assam Book Fair in Silchar. The event, concluding Dec 10, celebrates reading's role in human civilization. Discover the highlights and the minister's powerful message.
Allahabad High Court denies bail to Chinese national Xue Fei in forgery case, highlighting lack of India-China extradition treaty and threat to economic security. Read the full details.