Two men who went missing in Manipur's Kamjong district were found dead, leading to protests and demands for justice. The state government has ordered an NIA investigation and announced compensation for the families.
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that an unborn child of more than five months' gestation is considered a 'person' under the law, entitling the family to separate compensation in the event of its death in an accident.
NCP (SP) leader Anish Gawande has urged the government to withdraw the Transgender Persons Amendment Bill, 2026, arguing that it undermines the right to self-determination of gender identity and was drafted without adequate consultation.
Odisha Police have arrested four individuals for allegedly assaulting a woman and three youths by tying them to an electric pole on suspicion of theft in the Ganjam district.
Jharkhand Police arrested a murder suspect, Laxman Hessa, in West Singhbhum district as he allegedly planned to flee to Tamil Nadu. The arrest follows an investigation into the death of Sridhar Bari, who was killed after an altercation at Hessa's home.
Ahmedabad Crime Branch arrested a man allegedly involved in a 2021 murder-robbery case in Chhattisgarh. The suspect, Ajaykumar alias Laxmisagar alias Kimtishree Rajnarayan Mishra, was wanted for the murder of Shakuntala Devi.
He will hold the office till February 9, 2027.
The UK High Court has concluded the hearing for Nirav Modi's application to reopen his extradition appeal, focusing on claims of potential torture during interrogations in India. The court has reserved its judgement.
The CBI has summoned actor Vijay for further questioning regarding the 2025 Karur stampede that resulted in 41 deaths. This follows previous questioning and the gathering of new evidence requiring clarification from the actor.
The Supreme Court has stayed a portion of a Delhi High Court order related to the Lokpal's investigation into Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra in the alleged cash-for-query scam.
The Supreme Court of India has directed the central government to establish a no-fault compensation policy for individuals who experience serious adverse events after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine.
The Bombay High Court has requested a response from the Maharashtra Home Department and Nagpur police regarding a petition seeking action against a journalist and event organiser for allegedly making derogatory statements about Mahatma Gandhi.
The Supreme Court of India will hear a suo motu case concerning victims of digital arrest, a growing form of cybercrime where fraudsters impersonate officials to extort money from victims.
The Supreme Court has quashed the FIR against Elvish Yadav, who was arrested for allegedly using snake venom at a rave party in Noida. Yadav expresses relief and questions who will compensate for the harassment he and his family faced.
The Supreme Court of India has struck down a law limiting maternity leave for adoptive mothers based on the child's age, affirming that adoption is part of reproductive autonomy.
Jammu police solved a blind murder case within 24 hours, arresting two individuals in connection with the killing of a 46-year-old man. The victim suffered a fatal neck injury. Investigation revealed a domestic dispute as a potential motive.
Meghalaya's opposition leader, Mukul Sangma, has called for an independent inquiry into the Garo Hills violence, citing the need for accountability and due process to restore public confidence.
Opposition parties in India have submitted notices seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing concerns over his appointment, conduct, and alleged manipulation of electoral processes.
The Gujarat High Court has disqualified former Indian cricketer Kiran More and three others from contesting the Baroda Cricket Association (BCA) elections, citing a Supreme Court judgment on tenure limits and cooling-off periods.
A top UN official has emphasised the critical role of women in India's development, highlighting that gender equality should be viewed as both a human right and a key factor in development effectiveness.
Afghanistan national cricket team players visited injured civilians in Kabul hospitals after deadly airstrikes, as calls grow for an international investigation.
An 11-year-old girl was found dead in a wheat field in Kanpur, India, with signs of sexual assault, leading to a police investigation and the detention of a neighbour.
A special court in Gujarat has sentenced five individuals to five years in prison for the 2016 Una flogging incident, where four Dalit men were thrashed for skinning a cow carcass. The verdict follows massive protests sparked by the incident.
The Maharashtra government has initiated action against those involved in an alleged job fraud targeting fresh graduates with the promise of jobs at Hinjewadi IT Park in Pune. The government is also working on regulations to address forced resignations and layoffs in the IT sector.
Rahul Gandhi accuses the government of compromising India's energy security by allowing the US to dictate oil supply relationships, raising concerns about the impact of global conflicts on India's energy access.
A special POCSO court in Thane sentenced a man to life imprisonment for the sexual assault of a six-year-old girl in Palghar district, Maharashtra, in 2018, deeming the crime 'heinous'.
The Central Village Defence Force (CVDF) in Manipur's Churachandpur held a road march to protest the death of BJP MLA Vungzagin Valte and other victims of ethnic violence in the state.
Delhi Police have implemented heightened security measures in Dwarka, including Uttam Nagar, ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr, following communal tensions sparked by a recent incident. The Delhi High Court has directed the police to ensure a peaceful environment for the festival.
A man accused of killing a 4-year-old girl in Nandigram, Ghaziabad, was arrested after an encounter with police. The accused allegedly confessed to the crime and opened fire on the police during the recovery operation, sustaining injuries in the process.
The Kerala High Court has dismissed former state Transport Minister Antony Raju's plea seeking suspension of his conviction in an evidence tampering case, stating it is not in the interest of law or public interest.
The Uttarakhand High Court reprimanded Deepak Kumar, known as 'Mohammad Deepak', for seeking police protection while being investigated in connection with a clash over a shop name.
An assistant sub-inspector (ASI) of the Delhi Police was arrested by the vigilance unit for allegedly accepting a bribe of 20,000 in connection with a dowry harassment case.
The Delhi High Court has questioned the blanket ban on protests and demonstrations on the Delhi University campus, seeking justification from the university and Delhi Police. The court acknowledged the need for balance but emphasized that a complete prohibition is likely untenable.
The NCERT has issued a public apology and withdrawn a social science textbook for Class 8 after the Supreme Court objected to a chapter on judicial corruption. The court imposed a ban on further publication of the book.
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The Kerala High Court has dismissed former state Transport Minister Antony Raju's plea seeking suspension of his conviction in an evidence tampering case, preventing him from contesting in the upcoming Assembly polls.
A mob attacked police personnel attempting to disperse a highway blockade in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, resulting in injuries to at least 12 officers.
The CBI has summoned actor Vijay for questioning in connection with the 2025 Karur stampede case, which resulted in numerous fatalities and injuries. The investigation follows a Supreme Court order emphasizing impartiality and thoroughness.
The Supreme Court has quashed an FIR and subsequent proceedings against YouTuber Elvish Yadav, who was arrested for allegedly using snake venom at a rave party in Noida. The court cited issues with the applicability of the NDPS Act and the validity of proceedings under the Wildlife (Protection) Act.
The Delhi High Court has ruled that merely asking a married woman to assist in caring for a family member does not constitute cruelty under criminal law, quashing cases against a husband and his family.
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