Jagatsinghpur police arrested two 16-year-old boys for allegedly circulating nude photographs of a 15-year-old Class IX student on social media. The juveniles, classmates of the victim, were denied bail and sent to an observation home.
Governor Chandrashekhar H Vijayashankar emphasized the government's dedication to maintaining peace along Assam-Meghalaya and Indo-Bangladesh borders, announced police recruitment, and highlighted forensic upgrades during his Republic Day address in Shill
Customs officials at Gaya International Airport seized 25kg of hydroponic marijuana worth Rs 25 crore, arresting five Indian carriers. This marks the second such seizure at the airport recently.
Jharkhand High Court dismisses anticipatory bail plea of man accused of leaking private photos on Instagram, stating friendship does not entitle exploitation of vulnerability.
Jharkhand High Court demands detailed investigation report on missing tribal girl after 7-year delay. Chandramuni Urain's habeas corpus petition highlights systemic failures in protecting marginalized communities.
Madhya Pradesh High Court upholds death penalty for man convicted of raping and murdering a 5-year-old girl, citing barbarity and robust evidence in a 'rarest of rare' case.
Delhi High Court rules CBI notice to retired judge Ishrat Masroor Quddusi unsustainable, saying agency can't use Section 91 CrPC to compel self-incriminating evidence.
The Supreme Court has mandated all states and UTs to submit comprehensive data on acid attack cases, including case status, victim details, and rehabilitation measures, while considering stricter punishment laws.
Employees of an ATM cash management firm in Bengaluru have allegedly absconded with Rs 1.38 crore. Police suspect the group operated in two separate teams, with FIRs registered on January 19.
California authorities discovered a hidden underground bunker containing illegal firearms, ammunition, and extremist paraphernalia at a MAGA activist's property during a marijuana investigation.
A Delhi tribunal has awarded Rs 34.9 lakh compensation to the family of a man killed in a road accident, relying on eyewitness testimony, medical evidence, and criminal case records to establish the truck driver's fault.
Bengaluru police invoke stringent Karnataka Control of Organised Crime Act against 11 accused in Syed Shabbir murder case, citing organised crime and extortion dispute.
Unidentified persons vandalized a statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh. Police are investigating the incident near Sikrawar village's panchayat building.
The Supreme Court has dismissed JioStar's petition, permitting the Competition Commission of India to investigate allegations of abuse of dominance in Kerala's cable TV market. Asianet Digital Network Limited filed the complaint under the Competition Act,
A tragic incident in Mumbai's Vikhroli area claimed the life of a 4-year-old girl when loudspeakers fell on her during Republic Day celebrations. Police have registered an FIR against the event organizer and a scrap dealer for negligence.
The Jharkhand High Court increased alimony from Rs 30 to 50 lakh for a wife after her husband concealed a live-in relationship, citing fraud under Hindu marriage laws.
In a concerning incident in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, five girls escaped from a government shelter home. While two have returned home, police are actively searching for the remaining three minors.
Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad arrests Faizan Shaikh, allegedly radicalised by Al Qaeda and Jaish-e-Mohammed, for procuring weapons and planning targeted killings in Navsari district.
Punjab and Haryana High Court declares Riwaj-i-Am customary law unconstitutional for curtailing widow's property alienation rights based on gender, upholding constitutional equality.
West Bengal Fire Services minister Sujit Bose reveals preliminary investigation into South 24 Parganas warehouse fire that killed 8 people found units lacked basic safety measures. Police case to be filed.
The Supreme Court refused to entertain a petition challenging VIP entry to the sanctum sanctorum of Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Temple, stating that in Mahakal's presence, nobody is VIP.
A shocking case from Kerala reveals a man who murdered his relative after pretending to agree to a suicide pact, then staged the scene to look like an accident. Police investigation uncovered the truth.
Orissa High Court upholds rape conviction, rejecting defence based on survivor's character. Court emphasizes every woman's right to privacy and dignity, regardless of background.
The death toll in the massive Kolkata warehouse fire has risen to eight, with bodies severely charred. Minister Sujit Bose visited the site, promising action if the firm operated illegally.
The Supreme Court of India will observe a two-minute silence at 11 am on January 30, 2026, to honour martyrs of India's freedom struggle, continuing an annual tradition on Martyrs' Day.
The Gauhati High Court has enhanced compensation to Rs 10 lakh for a rape survivor, dismissing the accused's appeal and noting that Aadhaar card discrepancy arguments backfired. The court emphasized sustained abuse impact.
Varanasi Police arrested a 24-year-old man for allegedly killing his friend who tricked him into eating suspected cow meat, leading to humiliation and revenge.
Dharmesh Chunara, an Indian prisoner who escaped from a Nepal jail during last year's Gen Z anti-government protests, has been detained by Ahmedabad police on drug charges.
The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition challenging the VIP darshan system at Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar temple, stating it's a matter for temple administration to decide.
A new plea filed in the Supreme Court contests the 2026 UGC regulations' definition of caste discrimination, arguing it creates an unconstitutional hierarchy of protection.