Omar, Morrison, Craig Blocked from ICE Facility Visit
US Reps. Ilhan Omar, Kelly Morrison & Angie Craig were denied entry to an ICE facility in Minneapolis, accusing agents of obstructing congressional oversight. Details inside.
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Boutique Restructuring Firm BGC Partners Dissolves
BGC Partners Advisory, a restructuring firm started by ex-Citigroup bankers, is dissolving. Its key client was Puerto Rico's financial oversight board. Read the full story for details.
El Salvador Prison Labour: Inmates Sew Uniforms for Sentence Reductions
Inside El Salvador's mega-prisons, inmates work in textile factories producing state uniforms. The programme, expanded in 2025, offers structured work and potential sentence reductions. Explore the details and global implications.
Trump: US Oversight of Venezuela Could Last Years
Donald Trump indicates potential long-term US involvement in Venezuela's affairs, citing the country's economic turmoil. Read more on the implications for global politics.
House Panel Subpoenas Epstein Executors, Les Wexner
A US House committee subpoenas Jeffrey Epstein's executors and billionaire Les Wexner. Key figures face questioning over the financier's crimes and financial dealings. Read for details.
How Bureaucracy is Undermining Tribal Autonomy in Jharkhand
The promise of self-governance in Jharkhand's Scheduled Areas is being lost under bureaucratic control, as PESA rules fail to deliver autonomy. Read the full analysis.
Patna HC Orders Update of Bihar Prison Laws in 9 Months
The Patna High Court has directed Bihar's Chief Secretary to align state prison laws with the central Model Prison Manual within nine months. Read the full details of the PIL and judicial order.
Sindh School Inspection Dispute Highlights Oversight Issues
A dispute over school inspections in Sindh has renewed scrutiny of Pakistan's oversight mechanisms. The controversy involves allegations of irregularities and questions about educational governance.
KU Seeks Police Help to Recover $20K Erroneous Payment
Kerala University will involve police to retrieve $20,000 mistakenly sent to a Brazil-based journalist's account for online lectures. The error occurred in 2023 due to a bank oversight.
Fitch: RBI Reforms Lower Risks, Boost Indian Banking Health
Fitch Ratings says enhanced RBI oversight and a robust supervisory toolkit are lowering systemic risks for Indian banks. Strong metrics and economic growth offer a positive outlook. Read the full analysis.
Mobile Phones, SIM Cards Seized in Bengaluru Prison Raid
In a major crackdown, Bengaluru prison authorities seized 25 mobile phones and 30 SIM cards from inmates. The surprise raid highlights ongoing security challenges. Read the full details.
Epstein Files Delay Coincides with Trump Action, Say Democrats
House Democrats accuse Trump of timing a controversial military move with the DOJ's deadline to explain Epstein file redactions. Lawmakers push for full disclosure of documents naming powerful figures.
Parliament Panel Intensifies Scrutiny of 24 Strategic PSUs
India's parliamentary committee plans heightened oversight of two dozen state-run firms in strategic sectors like nuclear energy and rare earths, aiming to boost compliance and performance. Learn about the impact on India's economic growth.
Amravati Jail Security Lapse: Convict Had Sensitive Data
A major security lapse at Amravati Central Jail saw a life convict leaving with a pen drive containing sensitive prison data. The 19-day delay in reporting raises serious questions. Read the full investigation.
Viral Video Exposes Lapses in Kalaburagi Central Prison Security
A viral video from Kalaburagi Central Prison shows inmates drinking & gambling, sparking a major security review. DGP Alok Kumar conducted a surprise inspection. Full details inside.
Undertrial prisoner dies by suicide in Parbhani district jail
A 35-year-old undertrial prisoner in Parbhani district jail died by suicide, using a shawl. He was facing murder charges and was under psychiatric care. The incident raises serious questions about prison oversight and mental health protocols.
NIA Charges 3 More in Bengaluru Prison Terror Case
NIA files a second chargesheet in the 2023 Bengaluru prison radicalisation case linked to LeT, naming a psychiatrist, a suspended cop, and a mother. Total accused now 12. Read the full details.
Violent Clash in Chennai's Puzhal Prison, Jailer Injured
A violent clash erupted in Chennai's Puzhal prison between two undertrials in the K Armstrong murder case. An assistant jailer was injured while intervening. Details inside.
High-Level Probe into Kalaburagi Prison Illegal Activities
A high-level investigation is underway at Kalaburagi Central Prison following serious allegations of gambling, bribery, and a viral video. DG Alok Kumar to visit on Jan 3. Details inside.
Prison Brawl in Chennai: Two Undertrials Attack Each Other
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.
SEBI sharpens AI, tech tools for market oversight
SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey announces enhanced AI-driven surveillance and tech upgrades to proactively manage market risks and protect India's diverse investors. Learn about the new tools.
NIA files chargesheet against 3 in Bengaluru prison terror case
The NIA has charged three more individuals, including a police officer and a doctor, in the 2023 Bengaluru prison radicalisation case linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba. Read the full details of the conspiracy.
Security Lapse at Hindalaga Jail as Contraband Thrown Over Wall
CCTV captures a masked man throwing packets containing mobile phones and suspected drugs into Belagavi's Hindalaga Central Jail, raising serious security concerns. Police investigation underway.
Prison Main Gate Key Smuggling Route for Phones: DGP
Karnataka DGP Alok Kumar reveals prison main gates are the primary breach point for banned mobiles. Over 100 phones seized in recent drives. Read about the crackdown plan.
Minnesota Daycare Fraud Video Fuels Federal Investigation
Resurfaced surveillance footage from Minnesota daycare centers shows parents allegedly clocking children in and out quickly, raising fraud concerns over public childcare funds. The case has escalated into a federal investigation. Read more.
Mandya Prison Search Finds No Banned Items
A major security operation at Mandya District Prison involving 84 police and prison staff found no banned substances. The 1.5-hour search ensures inmate safety. Read the full report.
LG Sinha's Rehabilitation Drive Reshapes Lives in Jammu & Kashmir
A Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha-backed rehabilitation initiative in Jammu & Kashmir is changing lives. Officials report a partnership-based model is accelerating construction with strong oversight. Read how this drive is making an impact.
DGP inspects overcrowded Mangaluru prison, highlights security
DGP Alok Kumar inspected Mangaluru District Prison, citing overcrowding at 170% capacity. He revealed plans for AI surveillance and stricter vigilance to curb contraband. Read more.
Israel to Regulate Highway Project Contractors
Israel's government announces new regulations for highway contractors following a fatal accident. The move aims to enhance safety and oversight in infrastructure projects.
Prison Overcrowding Blocks Fugitive Extraditions to India
Foreign courts deny India's extradition pleas citing poor prison conditions. New data shows 5.3L inmates in 2023, with 120% occupancy. Better reporting can reform justice. Read more.
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