Chief Justice of India expresses concern over the increasing number of digital arrest scams, highlighting a recent case where an elderly woman was defrauded of her retirement benefits.
Delhi Police has formed a team to investigate allegations that two government hospitals and a private hospital refused immediate treatment to a woman advocate who was allegedly assaulted by her husband.
'Looking at the situation purely on its Constitutional merits, the governor's conduct is defensible.' 'He is saying: You do not have a majority, so prove it. That is not an unreasonable position even if the timing and the political context make it deeply controversial.'
Kartik Sharma recorded his maiden IPL half-century with a measured knock saw Chennai Super Kings overhaul Mumbai Indians to keep their play-off hopes alive.
A 21-year-old youth was killed and his friend injured after a Delhi Police head constable allegedly opened fire following casteist abuses during an altercation in Jaffarpur Kalan village.
The Delhi High Court has closed a rape and POCSO Act case against a man due to his consensual relationship with a minor, considering the impact on their young family.
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay has made a historic debut in the Tamil Nadu assembly polls, securing a landslide victory in the Perambur constituency and leading his party to a strong performance across the state, with congratulatory messages pouring in from fellow film personalities.
The Supreme Court has directed the Delhi Police to investigate the brutal assault on a woman advocate, allegedly by her husband, and has asked for a senior officer to lead the probe. The court also addressed concerns about hospitals refusing the victim admission and directed financial assistance.
The Supreme Court questioned the chief priest of the Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple regarding the constitutionality of preventing believers from touching the deity, during hearings on discrimination against women at religious sites.
Police in Hoshiarpur have arrested three men in connection with the vandalism of a Dr B R Ambedkar statue. The investigation suggests possible links to the banned organisation Sikhs for Justice (SFJ).
The Bombay High Court has granted bail to Sharad Kalaskar, who was convicted in the 2013 murder of rationalist Narendra Dabholkar. Kalaskar, who is also facing trial for the murder of Govind Pansare, was granted bail on a surety of Rs 50,000.
Two accused, each carrying a reward of Rs 50,000, were arrested after being injured in a police encounter in connection with the recent triple murder in Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr district.
Lashkar-e-Taiba co-founder Amir Hamza was injured in a gun attack in Lahore. Unidentified gunmen targeted his vehicle, raising concerns about security and potential implications for the region.
The father of a teenage girl found dead in the Ganga river in Katariya village has stated he does not want any politician to visit his home for political gain, amid allegations from opposition leaders that he is under duress.
Bengaluru police have seized drugs worth over 36 crore and arrested 16 people, including four foreign nationals, in recent operations, according to Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara.
UK police have made several arrests as part of an investigation into serious offences alleged to have involved members of an Ahmadi sect in north-west England.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and other UK leaders have condemned an antisemitic attack in Golders Green, London, where two men were stabbed near a synagogue. Counter-Terror officers are investigating the incident.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reviewed key cases with the Home department and directed the police to ensure thorough investigation and strong prosecution.
The Delhi High Court has directed the city police to remove unauthorised recordings of court proceedings related to Arvind Kejriwal's plea from social media. This action follows a complaint against AAP leaders for sharing the clips.
The Shahdara Bar Association has pledged its support to a woman advocate who was brutally assaulted by her husband. The Supreme Court has taken cognisance of the matter and issued directions to the Delhi Police.
A protest march by KSU activists in Malappuram, Kerala, demanding justice for a BDS student's death in Kannur, turned tense as activists clashed with police and briefly blocked a national highway.
India has expressed strong concerns over attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, citing its importance to India's energy and economic security. Ambassador Yojna Patel highlighted the need to respect international law and ensure the safety of seafarers, while also addressing broader Middle East issues including the situation in Gaza and Lebanon.
Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has appealed to the Islamabad High Court for release on humanitarian grounds, citing deteriorating health and prolonged solitary confinement. The appeal was made during a hearing regarding his conviction in a corruption case.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited the site of a terrorist attack in London where two Jewish men were stabbed and addressed the rise of antisemitism in the UK.
Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav criticised the BJP government's record on women's safety, alleging increased crimes and discrimination.
Families of victims of the Pahalgam terror attack mark the first anniversary, recounting the horror and seeking justice and support for those affected.
Hopefully, the BJP will realise that it's the right time for parivartan (change) in its polarising poll strategies after achieving the impossible-looking goal of winning West Bengal, argues Sheela Bhatt.
Iran's representative in India, Abdul Majeed Hakeem Ilahi, describes the ongoing tensions between Iran and the US-Israel alliance as a state of 'no war, no peace,' calling for an immediate halt to the conflict and questioning the lack of pressure on the US and Israel to cease aggression.
The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission dismissed a flat buyer's plea for a refund from a builder facing liquidation, highlighting the challenges faced by consumers in stalled real estate projects.
Youth League activists clashed with police during a protest march at a dental college in Kerala over the death of a Dalit student. The protest was triggered by allegations of harassment and demands for action against faculty members.
India has condemned the killing of a French soldier serving with the UN peacekeeping mission in South Lebanon and called on all parties to ensure the safety of peacekeepers.
The Jharkhand High Court has given the state government two weeks to provide information on a missing minor girl from Gumla, warning that the case could be transferred to the CBI if no progress is made.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin celebrated the defeat of the Constitution Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha, emphasising the unity of the south and the triumph of democracy. The bill aimed to implement reservation for women in legislatures in 2029 and increase Lok Sabha seats. Stalin criticised the bill as weakening the balance of the union and asserted Tamil Nadu's commitment to justice, dignity, and federalism.
If West Bengal does not begin to reclaim its lost pride, the state would have lost -- perhaps irreversibly, this time, notes Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).
The wife of a man killed in a hit-and-run accident in Ghatkopar, Mumbai, is challenging the Juvenile Justice Board's decision to grant bail to the 17-year-old accused, citing concerns about justice and evidence tampering.
The Narcotics Control Bureau secured the return of drug trafficker Mohammad Salim Dola from Turkiye, announced Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
The Supreme Court has ruled that no cognisable offence was committed by BJP leaders Anurag Thakur and Parvesh Verma regarding alleged hate speeches during the 2020 anti-CAA protests in Delhi. The court upheld a previous decision by the Delhi High Court, stating that the speeches did not incite violence or target a specific community.
The Supreme Court has granted anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera in a case registered against him for alleging that Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife possessed multiple passports and undisclosed properties abroad.
'If the Opposition associates itself too much with the minorities, then it becomes easy for the BJP to get Hindu consolidation votes.'
The Centre informed the Supreme Court that ten Indians have died while fighting alongside Russian forces in the Russia-Ukraine war. The court is hearing a plea seeking the repatriation of Indians allegedly forced to fight.
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