A Delhi court has denied bail to a 26-year-old man accused of repeated sexual assault, harassment, and threats against his former partner, citing the severity of the allegations, corroborating evidence, and the risk of evidence tampering.
St Stephen's College is embroiled in a dispute with Delhi University over teacher recruitment, with a court order halting the process and a fresh examination roster including newly recruited teachers.
The Supreme Court of India has directed all states and Union territories to operationalise a single helpline number '112' for emergency responses and establish a functional good samaritan grievance redressal system within three months, emphasising that the right to trauma care is an integral part of the right to life.
The Gauhati High Court has established a fast-track court to expedite the trial proceedings in the Zubeen Garg death case, following the singer's death in Singapore. The court will be headed by Sharmila Bhuyan, and the decision aims to ensure timely justice.
Delhi Police has intensified security across the city, especially at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport and border points, in anticipation of a protest called by the digital outfit Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Over 1,000 personnel have been deployed, and senior officers have reviewed arrangements to maintain law and order and ensure public safety.
Amidst ongoing controversy surrounding the NEET and CUET UG 2026 exams, the National Testing Agency (NTA) faced tough questions from a parliamentary standing committee regarding safeguards against paper leaks and hacking vulnerabilities.
Serena Williams will make her competitive tennis comeback at Queen's Club in London after nearly four years away from the WTA Tour, returning to action at the age of 44.
Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva powered into her maiden Grand Slam final with a ruthless 6-1 6-3 victory over Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk in a politically charged French Open semifinal on Thursday.
Why would a country that requires close to $90 billion in net foreign capital annually to create jobs, build productive capacity, and sustain rapid growth permit $30 billion of capital to flow abroad, thereby contributing to pressure on the rupee? asks Debashis Basu.
The Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh government to provide details of arms licences held by 19 individuals, including politicians Brij Bhushan Singh and Raja Bhaiya, citing concerns over the public display of weapons and its impact on social harmony.
Alexander Zverev will play his fourth grand slam final on Sunday and will hope to end his wait for a Major title when he meets Flavio Cabolli at the French Open final on Sunday.
After reviewing the preparations at the headquarters of the National Testing Agency (NTA), Pradhan said meetings have been held under the Cabinet secretary, and all the states have been asked to cooperate.
A Delhi court has remanded an accused in the NEET paper leak case to judicial custody until June 6, as the CBI continues its investigation into the alleged irregularities in the medical entrance exam.
A court in Jaipur has remanded retired IAS officer Subodh Agarwal to 14-day judicial custody in connection with the alleged Rs 960-crore Jal Jeevan Mission scam. Agarwal was arrested on April 10 and produced before the court after police custody.
AIIMS Delhi is prepared to conduct a second autopsy on actor-model Twisha Sharma following a Madhya Pradesh High Court order in the alleged dowry death case.
The All India Tennis Association (AITA) leadership, led by President Chintan Parikh and Secretary General Sunder Iyer, has pledged to prioritise player welfare, transparent governance, and athlete representation if given a full term. They aim to transform Indian tennis by addressing past administrative issues and fostering a player-centric environment.
The Kerala government has assured Dalit residents of a disputed land in Ernakulam district that it will seek more time from the court regarding their eviction. The assurance was given by State Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala, who stated the government will do everything necessary to help them and that further action will be taken only as per court directions.
The Calcutta High Court has upheld a magistrate court's decision to grant interim maintenance to a Hindu woman who married a man according to Muslim rites and customs, citing Supreme Court precedents on the husband's liability for maintenance until the marriage is declared void.
World number one Aryna Sabalenka brushed aside Spain's Jessica Bouzas Maneiro in straight sets in the opening round match.
A Delhi court has granted bail to two accused in an alleged job scam-cum-kidnapping case, citing gaps in the investigation and raising concerns about pre-trial detention.
The Delhi Police has confirmed that it has not yet received any official request for permission from the digital group Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) to hold a protest at Jantar Mantar. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and are ready to deploy personnel to maintain law and order if necessary.
The Supreme Court has modified its previous order regarding three academics involved in a controversial NCERT textbook chapter on corruption in the judiciary, allowing government bodies to make independent decisions about their association with the academics.
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty fought back to win the Singapore Open title, defeating Indonesia's Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in a thrilling final.
The Allahabad High Court has overturned the death sentence of an accused in the 2016 murder of an NIA officer and his wife, citing doubts in the prosecution's case and questionable conduct of witnesses.
Star Indian men's doubles badminton pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have withdrawn from the Indonesia Open mid-match due to a recurring shoulder injury to Satwik. This comes shortly after their Singapore Open victory, raising concerns about their fitness for upcoming tournaments.
Another accused in the alleged financial irregularities in Assam Fisheries Development Corporation Ltd has been apprehended in Odisha, marking the ninth arrest in the case.
The Supreme Court granted bail to Suhail Ahmad Thokar, arrested under UAPA for allegedly conspiring with terrorist groups to recruit terrorists and radicalise youth after the repeal of Article 370.
Star Indian men's doubles badminton pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have withdrawn from the Indonesia Open mid-match due to a recurring shoulder injury to Satwik. This comes shortly after their Singapore Open victory, raising concerns about their fitness for upcoming tournaments.
Vinesh Phogat's return to competitive wrestling at the Asian Games selection trials was marked by high tension, emotional outbursts, and heavy security, as her supporters clashed with WFI officials.
Naomi Osaka battled through a tough three-set match against 18-year-old Iva Jovic to reach the French Open fourth round, setting up a high-profile clash with world number one Aryna Sabalenka.
The EC also underlined that for electors whose enumeration forms have not returned, the Booth Level Officers (BLOs) would identify a probable cause, such as absent, shifted, dead and duplicate entry based on an inquiry from the nearby electors and would note the same.
The NDA government has gradually nuanced its position on the issue of demographic challenge.
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won the Singapore Open title, marking their first BWF World Tour crown since 2024. The victory held special significance for Satwik, who dedicated the win to his family after a period of personal challenges.
Hotel owner Lavkesh Bajaj told Delhi Police he delegated daily operations and structural changes to 'another person'.
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a divorce under Mohammedan Law is effective from the date 'talaq' is pronounced, with a court decree simply confirming the divorce.
Turkey's Zeynep Sonmez suffered a leg injury after tripping over an advertising sign during her doubles match at the French Open, forcing her to retire from the tournament.
Samarth Singh, the husband of model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma, has been arrested in connection with her death and brought to Bhopal. Police are seeking his custodial remand for questioning. Sharma was found dead at her home on May 12, with her family alleging dowry harassment.
A British Sikh man has been convicted of murder after claiming he used a kirpan in self-defence. The case has raised questions about the legal parameters around carrying a kirpan in the UK.
The Madhya Pradesh government has proposed transferring the case of Twisha Sharma, who allegedly died due to dowry harassment, to the CBI. The family has also filed a plea in the High Court for a second post-mortem, citing flaws in the initial one.
The Ferozepur district court complex in Punjab received a bomb threat via email, prompting a large-scale police response and evacuation. A thorough search found no explosive devices, and the threat was declared a hoax. This is the second such incident at the court this year.
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