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Supreme Court Rules Against ‘Bulldozer Justice’ Approach
The Supreme Court of India has firmly rejected the practice of authorities using bulldozers to demolish the homes of accused individuals, emphasizing that the executive cannot take on the role of judge and execute punishments without due process. This ruling comes in the wake of several high-profile cases where...
M4 Rifles Left in Afghanistan Pose Growing Risk in JK
The presence of M4 rifles, left behind by American forces in Afghanistan after their withdrawal in 2021, has become a growing concern in Jammu and Kashmir. These advanced firearms, originally supplied to Afghan security forces, are now reportedly being smuggled into India, intensifying security risks in the region. Experts...
Supreme Court Blasts Delays in Punjab Local Body Polls
Punjab’s failure to conduct local body elections faced sharp scrutiny from the Supreme Court, which took issue with delays in organizing elections for various municipal corporations, councils, and nagar panchayats. The Court voiced frustration with the AAP-led state government for what it described as “lame excuses” for the prolonged...
Key Suspect’s Arrest Sheds New Light on Baba Siddique Case
Authorities investigating the murder of businessman Baba Siddique have reported significant developments following the capture of a key suspect who was allegedly attempting to flee the country. Siddique, a prominent figure from Maharashtra, was reportedly killed in a high-profile attack earlier this year, and the inquiry has since revealed...
Ten Insurgents Killed in Manipur Gunfight with Forces
A deadly confrontation has left ten suspected Kuki insurgents dead following a fierce gunfight with security forces in the northeastern Indian state of Manipur, prompting officials to reimpose a curfew in Jiribam and neighboring areas. This escalation is the latest in a prolonged ethnic conflict between the Meitei and...
SC Pulls Up Delhi Govt for Firecracker Ban Enforcement Lapses
The Supreme Court has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the Delhi government’s lackluster enforcement of a comprehensive ban on firecrackers, as pollution levels in the capital soar beyond safe limits following Diwali celebrations. This criticism follows the failure of local authorities to effectively curb the use of firecrackers, an ongoing...
SC Rejects Sebi’s ₹25 Cr Penalty Against Ambani in Share Manipulation Case
The Supreme Court has dismissed the Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (Sebi) appeal seeking to impose a ₹25 crore penalty on Mukesh Ambani in the Reliance Petroleum Limited (RPL) share manipulation case. This verdict arrives after years of litigation and marks a significant development in a case that...
Protests Erupt Over Demolition Order for Mosque in Pithoragarh
Massive protests erupted in Pithoragarh following a controversial demolition order targeting a mosque authorities deemed to be constructed without permits. The site, located in Pithoragarh’s Kotwali area, has become a flashpoint between local religious groups and law enforcement. Officials cited the structure’s placement on government land without necessary approvals...
Kharge Unveils Ambitious MVA Manifesto
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge unveiled a progressive manifesto for the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition ahead of Maharashtra’s critical assembly elections. Emphasizing commitments to social justice, economic support, and welfare, Kharge outlined key pledges, such as conducting a caste-based census and surpassing the state’s 50% reservation cap to ensure...
Congress, JMM Aiming to Undermine Tribal and OBC Rights: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a series of campaign rallies across Jharkhand, sharply criticized the opposition parties, accusing Congress and the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) of attempting to dismantle tribal, Dalit, and Other Backward Class (OBC) rights. Addressing rallies in Singhbhum, Chaibasa, and Ranchi, Modi alleged that the two...
Justice Sanjiv Khanna Assumes Role as India’s New Chief Justice
Justice Sanjiv Khanna was sworn in today as India’s 51st Chief Justice, a transition that took place in a formal ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan, where he was administered the oath of office by President Droupadi Murmu. The judicial shift follows the retirement of former Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, who...
Shinde Dismisses Claims of CM Contest in Maharashtra
Maharashtra’s Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, addressing speculation on potential competition for his post, has firmly stated that he retains full command and faces no internal contest for the state’s top position. Speaking on Friday amid growing political activity in Maharashtra, Shinde emphasized his focus on fulfilling his responsibilities, countering...
Supreme Court Sets Guidelines on ‘Bulldozer Justice’
The Supreme Court of India has issued stringent interim guidelines addressing the practice of demolishing properties of accused individuals in criminal cases, colloquially referred to as ‘bulldozer justice.’ This directive, implemented on September 17, serves as a provisional measure against the extrajudicial destruction of properties, a tactic utilized by...
Canada On “High Alert” Against Migrants Fleeing US
Canada is anticipating a potential surge in asylum seekers and migrants at its borders following a possible win by Donald Trump in the U.S. presidential election. The country is preparing for challenges stemming from the polarizing policies Trump previously enforced, such as stricter immigration laws and the fortification of...
Blast Shakes Quetta Railway Station, Dozens Feared Dead
A powerful explosion at Quetta Railway Station, Balochistan, has resulted in significant casualties, with at least 24 people confirmed dead and numerous others critically injured. The explosion occurred in the station’s busy area, impacting both passengers and station personnel. This incident has once again spotlighted Pakistan’s ongoing challenges with...
BJP Warns J&K Speaker Against Testing Constitutional Boundaries
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has issued a pointed warning to the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Speaker over comments perceived as undermining India’s sovereignty. This comes amid rising tensions surrounding legislative authority in the Union Territory, with BJP leaders cautioning that any attempts to “challenge the country’s constitutional...
Lokpal Serves Notice to SEBI Chief Over Corruption Allegations
The anti-corruption body Lokpal has issued a directive to SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch, seeking a detailed response to corruption allegations involving impropriety and conflicts of interest. These accusations were lodged by an MP and two other complainants following a controversial report by U.S.-based short-seller Hindenburg Research, implicating conflicts...
Rajasthan CM’s Bid for Court Exemption Denied in 2013 Riot Case
Rajasthan’s Chief Minister, Bhajanlal Sharma, encountered a legal setback as Jaipur’s Additional District Judge Anamika Saharan dismissed his request for a permanent exemption from court appearances in connection to his ongoing 2013 Gopalgarh riots case. This decision maintains Sharma’s responsibility to appear for all future hearings unless otherwise granted...
