Indian-Origin Man Jailed 12 Years in Singapore 'Sugar Daddy' Scam
A married Indian-origin man in Singapore receives a 12-year prison sentence for posing as a 'sugar daddy' and deceiving three women into sexual acts through coercion and fraud.
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SC Stays HC Order on Judicial Officer's Termination
Supreme Court expresses disgust over judicial officer urinating in train. Stays Madhya Pradesh HC order that quashed his termination. Details on the case and its implications for judicial conduct.
Thane Court Acquits Society in Illegal Tree-Felling Case
A Thane magistrate court acquitted a housing society & its secretary in a 2020 illegal tree-felling case, citing insufficient evidence & procedural lapses by the prosecution. Details inside.
Two Haryana judicial officers sworn in as Punjab & Haryana HC judges
Justices Ramesh Chander Dimri and Neerja Kulwant Kalson sworn in as additional judges. The appointments raise the court's working strength to 61 against a sanctioned 85, aiming to tackle over 4.20 lakh pending cases.
Supreme Court Transforms into Active Architect of Reform
The Supreme Court's evolution places life and dignity at its core, transforming it into a proactive force for systemic change, accessible for urgent interventions. Explore this judicial revolution.
7-Year Jail for Man Who Stabbed Bengaluru Cabbie Over Phone
A Bengaluru court sentenced M Armugam to 7 years' rigorous imprisonment for stabbing a cab driver during a mobile robbery attempt in Kalasipalya. Read the full details of the case.
Amnesty Warns Pakistan's 27th Amendment Threatens Judiciary
Amnesty International warns Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment undermines judicial independence. The move grants Parliament power to fix Supreme Court judges' tenure. Read the full analysis.
SC: Wrong orders not enough for disciplinary action against judges
The Supreme Court ruled that a judicial officer cannot face disciplinary action merely for passing wrong orders. The judgment protects judicial independence. Read the full analysis.
SC sets aside removal of MP judge in bail order case
Supreme Court reinstates a Madhya Pradesh judge, ruling a wrong bail order alone cannot be grounds for disciplinary action. The court emphasized judicial independence and warned against frivolous complaints.
SC sets aside removal of MP judge in bail order case
Supreme Court reinstates Madhya Pradesh judge, ruling a wrong bail order without evidence of corruption is not grounds for disciplinary action. Upholds judicial independence.
SC sets aside dismissal of MP judge, cautions High Courts
Supreme Court reinstates a Madhya Pradesh judicial officer, ruling that mere errors in judgment should not lead to disciplinary action. The verdict underscores judicial independence.
10-Year Jail for Bihar Man in Noida POCSO Case
A Noida POCSO court sentenced a man to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a minor. He received an additional 2-year term. The case dates back to 2016. Read the full details.
Kolhapur Court Sentences 4 to 1 Year Jail for Noise Pollution
A Kolhapur court sentenced four Ganesh mandal officials to one-year imprisonment for violating noise norms in 2016. The magistrate denied probation, citing public interest. Read the full details.
CJI Stresses Judicial Infrastructure & Tech at Patna HC Event
CJI Justice Surya Kant laid foundation stones for 7 infrastructure projects at Patna High Court, emphasizing technology and training to improve access to justice and tackle cybercrime.
CJI Surya Kant in Patna for HC infra boost, CNLU convocation
CJI Justice Surya Kant visits Patna, lays foundation for Rs 302.56 crore Patna High Court expansion and addresses CNLU convocation. A landmark step for judicial infrastructure in Bihar.
Kanpur Declares Winter Holiday for All Schools on Jan 2
Kanpur district administration orders winter holiday for all schools on Friday, January 2, due to extreme cold and dense fog. Get the latest updates and safety advisories here.
HC: Magistrate can't take bigamy case cognisance via police report
Karnataka High Court's Kalaburagi bench quashes bigamy proceedings, ruling a magistrate cannot take cognisance of IPC 494 based on a police report for this non-cognisable offence. Details inside.
Supreme Court's 2025 Shift Towards Judicial Restraint
The Supreme Court's 2025 term marked a pivotal turn towards judicial restraint, redefining its role. Explore the key judgments and their impact on India's constitutional future.
New Year Traffic Restrictions in Pune, Raigad for Safety
Pune and Raigad districts enforce traffic diversions and heavy vehicle bans from Dec 30 to Jan 1 to manage holiday crowds and prevent gridlocks. Essential vehicles exempted.
Patna Para-Sports Event Announced for February
Patna district administration announces a two-day state-level inter-divisional para-sports competition starting Feb 14. District-level event set for Jan 29. Read details.
Goa court permits Mercedes crash accused to travel abroad
A Goa court permits builder Shripad Sawardekar, accused in a fatal 2023 accident, to travel to Cambodia. The court cited his clean record and right to liberty. Read the full details.
Patna DM Reviews Law & Order, Stresses Prohibition & Land Disputes
Patna DM Thiyagarajan S M and SSP Kartikeya K Sharma direct officials for swift action on prohibition cases, land disputes, and against mafia. Drones, tech to curb illegal mining. Read more.
Kanpur DM Chairs Magh Mela 2026 Review Meeting in Prayagraj
Kanpur DM Jitendra Pratap Singh reviews Magh Mela 2026 preparations, stressing zero negligence in sanitation and pollution control. Key directives issued for sewage, waste management, and strict monitoring.
Madhubani DM Directs Fast Clearance of Pending Cases
Madhubani DM Anand Sharma directs officials to expedite land disputes, public complaints & court cases for faster development. Strict action warned for delays.
Kanpur Night Shelter Lacks Basic Facilities, Caretaker Fined Users
Kanpur DM Jitendra Pratap Singh found a night shelter lacking kitchen, water & toilet during a surprise check. The caretaker was charging Rs 20. DM ordered immediate action and free facilities.
10-Year Jail for Drug Trafficker in Ludhiana Heroin Case
A Ludhiana special court hands down a 10-year rigorous imprisonment sentence to a drug trafficker caught with heroin and intoxicant tablets. Read the full details of the police operation and court ruling.
Delhi Appoints DMs for 3 Newly Created Districts
Delhi government appoints District Magistrates for three new districts—Patel Nagar, Sarita Vihar, and Model Town—as part of a major administrative overhaul to improve governance. Learn the key appointments and implications.
Couple sets selves on fire in Dewas house demolition protest
A couple in Dewas suffered severe burns after setting themselves on fire to protest the demolition of their house, which officials claim was built on an encroached public drain. Read the latest updates.
Kathua Bans VPNs for 2 Months Over Security Concerns
Kathua district in Jammu suspends all VPN services for two months to prevent misuse for unlawful activities. Learn about the legal order and its implications.
Madhubani's e-Office Success: Saves Crores, Boosts Efficiency
Madhubani district achieves 100% e-Office implementation, saving ₹7.76 crore yearly and slashing file disposal time from 72 to 24 hours. Discover how digital governance is transforming Bihar.
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