Judge Dismisses Murder Charge in CEO Shooting Case
A federal judge dismissed murder charges against Luigi Mangione for shooting UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson, preventing death penalty. He still faces trial on remaining counts.
Category : Politics
Mangaluru Workshop Stresses Child-Friendly Police Approach
Mangaluru's Child Welfare Committee chairperson Dr Akshata Adarsh urges police to adopt child-friendly methods, reduce fear, and ensure justice for children at a district workshop on child protection laws and procedures.
Karnataka to Expand Fisheries Day Celebrations, Launch Sea Ambulance
Fisheries Minister Mankal S Vaidya announces statewide World Fisheries Day events, details funding allocations, and confirms sea ambulance launch in August for coastal districts.
SC: Stem Cell Use for Autism Unethical, Malpractice
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that using stem cell therapy for autism patients constitutes unethical medical practice and malpractice, citing fragmented legal frameworks.
Judge Bars Death Penalty in UnitedHealthcare CEO Murder Case
A US federal judge has dismissed the only charge allowing capital punishment in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, citing legal technicalities regarding stalking definitions under federal law.
Bengaluru Transport Minister and Ex-Infosys CFO Spar Over Private Buses
Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy and former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai debate allowing private bus operators in Bengaluru, highlighting public transport challenges and ideological differences.
BJP Leader Seeks National Debate on Governor's Address
Senior BJP member S Suresh Kumar sparks debate by calling governor's legislative address a 'colonial hangover' and urging Karnataka to lead national discussion on its relevance amid recent controversies.
SIT Tells KCR to Appear at Hyderabad Home, Rejects Farmhouse
Telangana SIT probing phone tapping case rejects former CM KCR's request for questioning at his farmhouse, directs him to appear at his official Hyderabad residence on February 1.
Bengal Governor Visits Gutted Godowns, Submits Report to Centre
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose visited the site of a devastating fire that gutted godowns in the state, submitting a detailed report to the central government about the haunting incident.
SC: 'Absenteeism Not Your Fault' to Girls on Sanitary Napkins
The Supreme Court of India has clarified that its ruling on providing free sanitary napkins aims to address absenteeism among girl students, emphasizing the judgment's broader educational impact beyond legal stakeholders.
Kolkata Auto Strike Halts Tollygunge-Behala Route After Clash
At least 45 autos on Kolkata's Tollygunge Phari-Behala route suspended operations after a dispute with local traders, causing major evening commute disruptions and fare hikes.
Kolkata BJP Leader Arrested for Voter Fraud, Granted Bail
Kolkata Police arrested a 64-year-old BJP leader for allegedly filing false Form 7 to manipulate electoral rolls. The court granted bail, questioning police handling of the case.
EC Orders Super Checking of Bengal Electoral Rolls, 7-Day Deadline
The Election Commission has directed comprehensive super checking of all SIR documents and observer inputs in West Bengal, with a strict 7-day deadline for completing hearings and uploading documents.
Modi, Venezuela's Acting President Agree to Expand Bilateral Ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez agreed to deepen bilateral partnership across all areas, following recent geopolitical developments in Venezuela.
US Releases 3M-Page Epstein Archive with Pornography
US Deputy AG Todd Blanche announced release of over 3 million pages, 2000 videos, and 180,000 images from Jeffrey Epstein case, including seized pornography.
Japanese Delegation Visits Lucknow Tea Stall During Official Trip
A Japanese delegation in Lucknow for official talks with Uttar Pradesh government visited a local tea stall, enjoying kulhad chai and samosas. The informal moment gained viral attention online, highlighting cultural exchange through food.
SC: No Sanitary Pads Breaches Education Rights
Supreme Court rules that failing to provide sanitary napkins undermines the right to free and compulsory education, emphasizing menstrual health awareness for all students.
START Treaty Expiry: Global Security and India's Stance
The expiration of the START nuclear arms control treaty raises critical questions about global strategic stability, nuclear proliferation risks, and India's diplomatic positioning in a changing world order.
India, Venezuela Expand Partnership in All Areas
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez agreed to deepen bilateral ties across sectors, enhancing cooperation in energy, trade, and diplomacy.
Delhi Mother Shattered by Video of Son's Body, Stepfather Suspect
A Delhi mother was shattered after receiving a video of her son's body, leading to police investigation with the stepfather under suspicion in the mysterious death case.
Trichy Woman Arrested for Husband's Murder
A 32-year-old woman in Trichy has been arrested for allegedly murdering her 48-year-old husband during a domestic altercation at their Mudaliyar Chathiram residence on Thursday night.
Trichy Councillors Push for Road Projects Before Election Code
Trichy councillors demand expedited road projects before election model code. Corporation spent Rs77.7 crore on roads but only Rs9 crore on drains, raising concerns about rainwater discharge.
UP CM Yogi Raises Project Approval Limit to Rs 50 Crore for Faster Clearances
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has proposed increasing the project value cap for ministerial-level clearance to Rs 50 crore to expedite approvals for high-value projects in the state.
BJP Defends Viksit Bharat Scheme, Slams DMK in Trichy
BJP leaders Rajkumar Chahar and Sudhakar Reddy defended the Viksit Bharat scheme in Trichy, highlighting rural development focus while criticizing Tamil Nadu's law and order under DMK rule.
Trichy Driver Arrested for Assaulting Passenger
A private bus driver in Trichy was arrested for assaulting a passenger who requested him to avoid rash driving. The incident, captured on video, went viral on social media.
Delhi CM Launches Metro Sub-Station, Reviews Urban Projects
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated a new Electric Receiving Sub Station for Delhi Metro, emphasizing its role in preventing power failures. She also chaired a meeting on sanitation, waste management, and announced collateral-free loans for start
Confident Group Founder C J Roy Dies by Suicide in Bengaluru
Confident Group founder C J Roy died by suicide at his Bengaluru office during an inspection by Kerala IT department officials. The incident occurred between 3-3.15 pm in Langford Town.
Pulsar Suni Appeals 20-Year Sentence in Actor Assault Case
Pulsar Suni, first accused in the 2017 actor assault case, has filed a high court appeal challenging his conviction and 20-year sentence, alleging procedural irregularities in investigation.
Councillors Urge Infrastructure Work Before Election Code
DMK and Congress councillors in Chennai urge mayor to expedite pending infrastructure projects before election code enforcement to avoid delays and public discontent.
Syria, India-EU FTA, Ukraine, China Purge, EU-Morocco News
This week's international news covers Syria's Damascus-Kurdish tensions, India-EU FTA signing, Russia-Ukraine negotiations, China's military purge, and EU's support for Morocco's Sahara autonomy plan.
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