South Indian Cinema: Legal Woes, Viral Hits & Court Rulings
December 18 brought major updates for South Indian cinema. From Karthi's film release ban upheld by SC to Vijay's new song going viral, get all the latest news here.
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South Indian Cinema News: Legal Hurdles, Viral Hits & Court Rulings
Major updates from South Indian cinema on Dec 18: Karthi's film faces SC setback, Vijay's new song trends, Dileep gets passport back, and a 13-year-old script dispute ends. Get all the details.
Dileep's Passport Returned by Court After Acquittal
Ernakulam court orders return of actor Dileep's passport post-acquittal in high-profile case. Meanwhile, the survivor actress files a new police complaint over cyberattacks. Read the latest developments.
Court Releases Dileep's Passport After Acquittal
A Kerala court has released actor Dileep's passport following his acquittal in the high-profile actress assault case. The prosecution plans to appeal. Get the latest details.
India-Saudi Arabia Sign Short-Stay Visa Exemption Deal
India and Saudi Arabia sign a mutual short-stay visa exemption agreement for diplomatic, special, and official passport holders, boosting bilateral ties. Read more on this strategic move.
Aussie Shooting Suspect Renewed Indian Passport in 2022
Key suspect in Australian paramedic's murder renewed his Indian passport from Sydney in 2022, raising security concerns. Indian agencies are probing the case.
Major Contraband Seized in Karnataka Prison Drive
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.
ED chargesheet reveals Rs 50K passport racket for Bangladeshis
ED files chargesheet exposing a racket selling Indian documents for Rs 50,000. Fake IDs showed brothers born 3 months apart. Over Rs 80 crore laundered. Read the full investigation.
77 Passports Issued Using Fake Documents: Racket Busted
Haryana Police uncovers a major passport forgery racket involving a Delhi Police SI and agents. 77 passports, some used by gangsters to flee, were revoked. Details inside.
Mumbai Police Seize Rs 10 Crore Drugs, Arrest Two
Mumbai's Anti Narcotic Cell seized cocaine, ecstasy, and ganja worth nearly Rs 10 crore in two operations, arresting a Nigerian national and another suspect. Details inside.
Bondi Beach Attack: Hyderabad Link, Indian Passport Mystery
The Bondi Beach terror probe takes a complex turn with a Hyderabad link and an Indian passport. Discover how global terror networks exploit migration and forged identities. Read the full story.
No terror link in BARC impersonation case: Mumbai police
Mumbai police chargesheet reveals a Versova resident's elaborate fake identity scheme for financial gain, not espionage. Key documents and forensic reports cited. Read the full investigation details.
Bengaluru's New E-Khata Kendras; Low 'B' to 'A' Khata Applications
Bengaluru introduces passport-style centres for e-khata services. Officials report only 3,252 applications for 'B' to 'A' khata conversion, citing public awareness gaps. Learn more about the new initiative.
ANTF Arrests 4 in Major Rajasthan Drug Smuggling Bust
Rajasthan Police's ANTF arrested four smugglers, seizing 20.8 kg opium milk & 8 quintals poppy husk in Sikar & Bikaner. A sophisticated interstate network is uncovered. Read the full investigation details.
UAE's Single-Step Passport & Emirates ID Renewal Cuts Time by 50%
UAE introduces unified renewal for passports & Emirates ID, slashing processing time by 50% and calls by 40%. A major step in the 'Zero Bureaucracy' initiative. Read more.
Fake Singapore passport holder caught at Sonauli border
A Punjab man's attempt to cross into Nepal using a forged Singaporean passport was foiled by alert immigration officers at Sonauli. The suspect has a decades-long history of deception.
Pune Passport Office Open House Session on December 10
Pune's Regional Passport Office holds an open house on Dec 10 to resolve applicant grievances. Register via email with file details. Get direct access to officers.
Ex-SP MLA Abdullah Azam Khan gets 7 years jail in passport case
Rampur court sentences ex-SP MLA Abdullah Azam Khan to 7 years imprisonment for dual passport forgery. Details on the case, charges, and political fallout inside.
Abdullah Azam Khan gets 7-year jail term in fake passport case
Rampur court sentences Abdullah Azam Khan to seven years imprisonment for using forged documents to obtain a passport. This is his third conviction, with 40 cases still pending. Read the full details.
SP Leader Azam Khan's Son Gets 7-Year Jail Term
Abdullah Azam Khan, son of SP leader Azam Khan, sentenced to 7 years imprisonment and fined ₹50,000 in a fake passport case by a Rampur court. Read the full details.
Court Orders Charges Against Sushil Ansal for Passport Fraud
A Delhi court finds prima facie evidence to frame charges against Uphaar convict Sushil Ansal for concealing criminal history in passport applications. The case will proceed on Jan 13, 2026.
Nagpada Job Fraud: 238 Passports Seized in Crime Branch Raid
Mumbai Crime Branch raids 9 travel agents in Nagpada for duping people with fake foreign job offers. 238 passports seized, 2 arrested. Read the full investigation details.
Access Passport Verification Records on DigiLocker Now
Indian citizens can now securely access and share their passport verification records directly via DigiLocker. This digital initiative streamlines processes for employment, education, and more.
Rs 12.7 Crore Cannabis Seized at Lucknow Airport, 3 Held
DRI intercepts 3 passengers from Thailand at Lucknow airport, seizing 12.7 kg of hydroponic cannabis. Total narcotics seized at airport crosses 75 kg in six months. Read more.
Bombay HC Orders Passport Renewal in Attempted Murder Case
Bombay High Court directs authorities to renew passport of a London-based professional, convicted in a South Goa attempted murder case, as his appeal is pending. Read the full details of the court's reasoning.
Court orders charges against Sushil Ansal in passport case
Delhi court directs framing of charges against Uphaar convict Sushil Ansal for allegedly procuring passports using false information. Read the latest developments in the long-running legal saga.
Andrew Windsor May Flee UK As Epstein Pressure Mounts
Senior royal insiders fear Andrew Windsor may attempt to leave the UK as new scrutiny over his Jeffrey Epstein ties intensifies. Pressure grows for him to surrender his passport. Watch for details.
Two Foreign Nationals Arrested in Chennai for Fake Passports
Chennai police arrested a Bangladeshi and a Sri Lankan national for obtaining Indian passports using forged documents. Read the full details of the immigration fraud case.
Allahabad HC rejects Chinese national's bail plea in forgery case
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.
US Halts Asylum Decisions After Guard Member Killing
Trump administration pauses all asylum decisions and Afghan visa issuance after shooting near White House leaves National Guard member dead. Details on investigation and immigration crackdown.
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