Initial police data indicates a drop in POCSO cases in Bengaluru, but analysis under the new BNS law reveals a sharp 71% increase in rape cases in 2025, highlighting changes in legal definitions.
The Board of Technical Education Uttar Pradesh has declared the November-December 2025 odd semester results. Fifty-five students face withheld scores for using unfair means during exams.
Koraput vigilance division registered 41 criminal cases against 82 public servants and private persons in 2025, with significant cash and property seizures.
Madurai district witnessed a robust participation of 8,324 Class 8 students in the NMMSS exam. The scholarship aims to support meritorious, economically weaker students. Read more about this key educational initiative.
India's consumer watchdog CCPA takes action against 27 eateries for unfair service charge levy. Fines up to Rs 50,000 imposed. Know your rights and how to get a refund.
Kerala High Court dismisses consumer case against actor Mohanlal, ruling brand ambassadors cannot be held liable for a company's services. Details inside.
India's CCPA cracks down on 27 restaurants for unfair service charge practices. Fines up to Rs 50,000 levied, refunds ordered. Know your consumer rights.
Kerala High Court quashes consumer case against actor Mohanlal, ruling a brand ambassador cannot be held liable for alleged unfair trade practices by the company. Read the full legal analysis.
Gujarat consumer commission orders Mercedes-Benz dealers to pay Rs 3.35 lakh compensation for selling a 2014-made car as new in 2015. Landmark Car Pvt Ltd found guilty of unfair trade practice.
India's competition watchdog CCI seeks data from IndiGo & DGCA to assess if the airline abused its dominant market position after massive December flight cancellations. Details inside.
Uttar Pradesh accounts for one-third of India's pending Pocso cases. A new study reveals a high disposal rate but low convictions, highlighting systemic challenges.
IRDAI's annual report reveals a 14% jump in unfair practice complaints. Insurance penetration remains low at 3.7%, as regulator urges insurers to tackle root causes of mis-selling. Read the full analysis.
IRDAI's annual report reveals a 14% jump in unfair practice grievances. Insurance penetration remains stagnant at 3.7%, urging insurers to conduct root cause analysis. Read more.
The NMMS scholarship exam for Class 8 in Gujarat saw an impressive 94.91% turnout. Over 2.07 lakh students appeared, competing for 5,097 scholarships of Rs 1,000 per month. Read the district-wise analysis.
Ludhiana consumer commission orders insurance company to pay death claim with 8% interest and Rs 20,000 costs for 7-year delay. Justice for widow after long battle.
Coimbatore sees a significant drop in serious crimes like murder and assault in 2025, though drug peddling cases rise. Police report higher conviction rates but struggle with burglaries. Read the full analysis.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu mandates weekly hearings for land partition cases and sets a March 31 deadline for corrections. Aiming for transparency, he orders a comprehensive land data compilation.
Dharwad consumer forum fines HDFC Bank Rs 50,000 for issuing three cards for one application, calling it a deficiency in service. Read the full verdict.
The Anti-Corruption Bureau in Vijayawada registered 115 cases in 2025, achieving a 46% conviction rate. DG Atul Singh outlines plans for 2026, including AI tools to fight graft. Read more.
Ernakulam Rural Police's special drive on New Year's Eve led to 8 narcotics cases & 116 for drunk driving. 1200 officers ensured peaceful celebrations. Read the full report.
Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha stated the state government could examine land-related cases against RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav if raised in public forums. Read the latest political developments.
Punjab & Haryana High Court directs Haryana govt to regularise long-term daily wage workers with arrears & interest, calling denial 'unfair labour practice'. Read the full verdict details.
A Chandigarh consumer commission has directed a telecom provider to refund Rs 12,729 and pay Rs 7,000 compensation for providing a faulty broadband connection. Read how the resident fought and won.
Chandigarh consumer commission directs insurance firm to pay additional Rs 1.87 lakh with interest to parents whose son died from a streetlight shock. The order cites deficiency in service.
Chandigarh's estate office resolves 1,170 long-pending cases in a major drive. Over 500 cases were more than a decade old. Read about the cleanup effort.
Karnataka Home Minister reveals 88 police personnel are facing criminal cases under BNS. 12 FIRs registered for 'Pakistan Zindabad' sloganeering in last 3 years. Get the full details.
A Chinese engineer was terminated for spending up to 6 hours daily in the toilet. The court ruled the dismissal was justified. Read the full story on workplace rights.
Orissa High Court directs state to regularise two ECG technicians at SCB Medical College, calling their 14-year contractual employment an 'unfair labour practice'. Read the full judgment details.
A Bengaluru shopkeeper cheated in a Dasara chit scheme wins a legal battle. The consumer commission ordered a ₹6,600 refund with interest and ₹8,000 compensation for mental agony. Read the full story.
Ernakulam consumer court rules denying claim for road accident treatment as unfair practice. Insurer ordered to refund Rs 94,276 with interest & compensation. Details inside.