Junagadh Man Dies in Self-Immolation Over Infatuation

A 32-year-old garment businessman died after setting himself on fire at a Junagadh office where a married woman he was infatuated with worked. Police probe reveals a history of distress and previous suicide attempts.

Death Penalty Report 2025: High Acquittal Rates Raise Concerns

A new report reveals trial courts imposed 128 death sentences in 2025, but appellate courts overturned most, with the Supreme Court not confirming a single death sentence from 2023-2025. The study highlights serious reliability concerns in capital cases.

Uber to Pay $8.5M in Sexual Assault Bellwether Trial

A federal jury in Phoenix has ordered Uber to pay $8.5 million in compensatory damages to a woman who was sexually assaulted by a driver. This bellwether trial could set precedent for thousands of similar consolidated lawsuits against the ride-hailing gia

Salem Land Fraud: Sub-Registrar, 8 Others Booked

A sub-registrar and eight others in Salem have been booked for allegedly duping a landowner and fraudulently registering 10,000 sq ft of his land in a friend's name, leading to a swift sale.

Rajasthan HC Slams ACB Over Delayed IT Tender Probe

The Rajasthan High Court expressed serious concern over the Anti-Corruption Bureau's delayed investigation into alleged irregularities in IT department tenders, demanding a progress report by February 23.

Bengaluru Women-Only Auto Service Launching February 14

A new women-only auto-rickshaw service is set to debut in Bengaluru on February 14, 2026, following a successful pilot with 17 trips in January. Initial hours will be 6 am to midnight, with potential 24-hour expansion based on demand.

Women-Only Auto Service Launching in Bengaluru Feb 14

A new women-only auto-rickshaw service is set to launch in Bengaluru on February 14, 2026, following a successful pilot with 17 trips in January. Initial hours will be 6 am to midnight, with potential 24-hour operation based on demand.

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