SC Mandates Written Arrest Grounds for All Detainees
Supreme Court mandates written arrest grounds for every detained person, strengthening fundamental rights and transparency in law enforcement procedures across India.
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Turkey's LGBTQ Community Faces Existential Threat from New Law
Turkey's proposed legislation threatens to further marginalize LGBTQ individuals, criminalizing what authorities call 'deviant propaganda' and raising alarms about fundamental rights erosion.
HC's 5 Directives to End Bail Release Delays
In a landmark move, Allahabad High Court mandates strict timelines for prisoner release after bail. Discover the 5 crucial directives ensuring justice delayed is not justice denied.
Hindu Daughters' Inheritance Rights: Complete Guide
Understanding the landmark legal changes that transformed inheritance rights for Hindu daughters in India. Learn how the 2005 amendment ensures equal property rights and what it means for families today.
Legal Awareness Session Empowers Ludhiana Students
Government Model Senior Secondary School hosts groundbreaking legal literacy session with district court officials, equipping students with crucial knowledge about their rights and responsibilities.
Bengali Voters Demand Language Protection & Security
Bengali-speaking electors in Bihar present crucial demands to political parties, seeking constitutional protection for their language and enhanced security measures ahead of elections.
Delhi HC: No Exam Denial for Law Students Over Attendance
In a groundbreaking judgment, Delhi High Court protects law students' academic rights, ruling that colleges cannot prevent exam participation solely due to attendance deficits. Learn how this decision impacts legal education across India.
Delhi NGOs: The Unsung Heroes Fighting for Justice
In the heart of India's capital, determined NGOs and human rights organizations continue their relentless battle for justice, providing hope to marginalized communities despite facing numerous challenges.
Gujarat group launches shoe drive after CJI attack
In a symbolic response to the shoe-throwing incident involving CJI Justice Gavai, a Gujarat-based human rights organization announces a unique shoe distribution campaign for the underprivileged.
Sindh Uprising: Pakistan's Disappearance Crisis Sparks Protests
Pakistan's Sindh province faces unprecedented turmoil as state suppression and enforced disappearances of activists ignite widespread protests. Discover the human rights crisis unfolding in Karachi and beyond.
Mumbai Film Shoot: Kids Gagged, Hands Tied for Hours
Shocking details emerge from Mumbai film set where minor actors were subjected to traumatic treatment during hostage scene shooting, sparking police investigation and industry outrage.
Global Condemnation Mounts Against China's Uyghur Policies
China faces escalating worldwide condemnation as Uyghur advocacy groups amplify their global campaign, drawing unprecedented attention to human rights concerns in Xinjiang region.
Tribal Land Rights Disparities Exposed Across India
Jharkhand MP Jiten Choudhary reveals alarming inconsistencies in tribal land protection laws across India, highlighting how some states leave indigenous communities vulnerable to displacement and exploitation.
UN condemns US drug boat strikes as unacceptable
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk strongly criticizes US military strikes on suspected drug vessels, calling them violations of international law and raising serious human rights concerns.
University FIR: Staff demanded menstruation proof
Panjab University faces outrage as two employees demand menstruation proof from female colleagues, sparking FIR and national debate on workplace dignity.
Personality Rights Under Siege in Indian Courts
Recent court rulings are creating dangerous precedents that weaken personality rights protection for celebrities and public figures across India. Legal experts warn of concerning trends.
Sindhi student leader abducted in Karachi, rights groups demand action
Prominent Sindhi student activist Sohail Abro allegedly abducted by unidentified armed men in Karachi, sparking outrage from human rights organizations demanding immediate investigation and release.
Lahaul-Spiti DC Launches Child Labour Eradication Drive
District Commissioner Rahul Keshwani launches comprehensive campaign against child labour in Lahaul-Spiti, emphasizing education and legal protection for vulnerable children.
Deepika Padukone pushes for fixed hours, overtime pay for film crew
Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone advocates for fixed working hours and overtime compensation for film crews, highlighting their longer workdays compared to actors.
Pakistan Forces Accused of Civilian Abuses in Balochistan
Exclusive report reveals escalating human rights violations in Pakistan's Balochistan region as military intensifies operations against civilians under counter-insurgency pretext.
FMCG Stock Soars 4% on Rights Issue Approval
In a volatile trading session, one FMCG stock under ₹500 surged 4% after the company approved a rights issue. Discover why analysts are bullish on this consumer goods player and what the rights issue means for investors.
HRW: Pakistan Must Free Journalist Jailed Under Draconian Laws
Human Rights Watch intensifies pressure on Pakistan to drop all charges against journalist Ihtisham Magray, calling his prosecution a blatant attack on press freedom using controversial cybercrime laws.
Court denies bail to detained AAP MLA Malik
AAP MLA Mehraj Malik remains in custody as J&K court rejects plea for temporary release to attend crucial Assembly session. Legal setback for Malik who faces multiple charges.
Punjab villages push for Jagtar Singh Hawara parole
In a remarkable grassroots movement, multiple villages across Punjab pass resolutions supporting parole for Sikh militant Jagtar Singh Hawara, signaling shifting public sentiment and community-led initiatives for prisoner rehabilitation.
Pakistan Forces Accused of Enforced Disappearances in Kech
Heart-wrenching protests erupt in Balochistan's Kech district as families demand answers about three men allegedly abducted by Pakistani security forces. Read the shocking details.
SC's Landmark Verdict Empowers Transgender Community
India's Supreme Court delivers a powerful verdict affirming transgender rights, mandating inclusive healthcare, legal recognition, and protection against discrimination in a historic judgment.
When Daughters Can't Claim Father's Property: HC Explains
Delhi High Court clarifies crucial legal exception in Hindu Succession Act - discover when daughters lose inheritance rights to father's property and what every family must know.
Levies Officer Detained in Balochistan, Families Protest
Security forces in Balochistan have reportedly detained a Levies officer and a civilian, sparking fresh allegations of enforced disappearances as families protest and demand their immediate release.
Mehbooba Mufti seeks transfer of J&K undertrials to local jails
PDP president Mehbooba Mufti moves Jammu & Kashmir High Court seeking transfer of UT undertrials from outside jails to local prisons for family access and legal rights.
Gujarat HC rejects Sanjiv Bhatt's first-class prisoner plea
In a significant legal development, the Gujarat High Court has rejected petitions filed by Shweta Bhatt, wife of former IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt, seeking first-class prisoner facilities for her husband who is currently serving a life sentence.
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