The Supreme Court has ordered immediate removal of an Indore police officer from investigative duties, calling the use of 'stock witnesses' an anathema to rule of law. The officer faces multiple allegations.
Karnataka's tourism minister announces 44 Lakkundi sites will become state-protected monuments, with Rs 10 crore allocated for temple development and an open-air museum planned.
The Supreme Court has ordered the transfer of an Indore police inspector after finding evidence of using stock witnesses in 176 criminal cases. The officer faces allegations of fabricating records and illegal detention.
The Supreme Court ordered immediate removal of an Indore SHO from duty for allegedly using stock witnesses in multiple cases, calling the practice an anathema to rule of law.
The Trump administration has ended temporary protected status for thousands of Somali immigrants in the United States, sparking protests in Minneapolis over a recent fatal shooting.
The Trump administration terminates Temporary Protected Status for Somali nationals, requiring approximately 2,500 people to leave the United States by mid-March 2025.
Madhya Pradesh's Mauganj district faces a major controversy as digital records reveal the same six individuals repeatedly cited as witnesses in hundreds of police cases, leading to officer removal and investigation.
Sikkim ends physical permits for foreigners in protected zones, making online clearance mandatory. Move aims to boost security and streamline tourism. Learn about the new digital system and its impact.
The Indian government has established detailed Standard Operating Procedures for approving religious sites within protected forest and wildlife zones. Learn about the new rules and their implications.
Haryana govt fixes protected honey price at Rs 120/kg under Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana, offering economic security to beekeepers. Registration open till June 2026.
UP STF arrested a wildlife trafficker at Varanasi Cantt station, recovering 334 live birds like Rose Ring Parrots. He bought birds for Rs 150-200 to sell for Rs 2000. Read the full story.
Supreme Court grants interim bail to businessman Kailash Ramchandani, an accused in the 2019 Gadchiroli blast. The court cited slow trial progress, with only 1 of 146 witnesses examined so far. Read the full story.
The Supreme Court has outlined a crucial timeline for bail consideration in the high-profile Delhi riots case involving Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam. Get the full chronology of events and the court's latest order here.
The 800-year-old Virupaksha Swamy Temple in Mulbagal, Karnataka, lies in a shocking state of neglect despite its proximity to ASI-protected monuments. Discover the plight of this forgotten heritage site.
Forest officials in Ganjam arrested a man for killing a protected blackbuck. Four others escaped. 30 kg of meat seized. Read about the crackdown on wildlife crime.
India recorded 166 tiger fatalities in 2024, with over 60 occurring outside protected reserves. Discover the causes, state-wise data, and conservation challenges.
Tamil Nadu government designates over 50 locations, including courts, hospitals, and prisons, for video-conferencing of witnesses under the new BNSS Act. This move aims to streamline judicial processes and aid distant witnesses.
The Karnataka High Court ruled that trial courts cannot allow endless adjournments for cross-examining witnesses. The decision came in a petition filed by Damalu Shankar Lamani. Read the full judgment details.
The protected prehistoric rock art site of Pansaimol in Goa is under threat from commercial kayaking activities operating without permission, officials confirm. Learn about the heritage site's status and the risks it faces.
A Delhi court acquitted five men in a 2020 Northeast Delhi riots arson case, highlighting unreliable police testimonies and a 'mechanical' investigation. Over 80% of decided cases have ended in acquittals.
The Indian government imposes a ban on new mining leases in the Aravalli range and expands its protected zone. Key decisions to safeguard the critical ecosystem.
A Gurgaon court convicted Anita Pathak for murdering her husband in 2022. Strong forensic evidence, including a broken helmet and cricket bat, secured the conviction even as family witnesses turned hostile. Read the full details.
Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav clarifies that nearly 90% of the Aravalli landscape remains protected. Mining is restricted to just 2% under strict Supreme Court oversight. Read the full story.
Haryana Health Minister Aarti Rao announces a new district civil hospital on 21 acres in Hisar. The move comes as the existing hospital, near a protected monument, cannot be expanded. Read for details.
A fire in a protected Aravali forest in Gurgaon's Taoru, caused by burning scrap, damaged 1 acre and caused Rs 2.4 lakh loss. Two villagers named in FIR. #ForestFire #Gurgaon
Two security guards at a protected heritage site in Buxar, Bihar, allege non-payment of salaries for 10 months, highlighting systemic failures in outsourced security for historical monuments. Read the full investigation.
A Noida man was acquitted of dowry harassment and attempted murder charges after a 10-year legal battle. The case collapsed when his wife and other key witnesses turned hostile in court. Read the full details of the court's verdict.
The verdict in the high-profile Kerala actor abduction and assault case, involving actor Dileep, is set for Monday. The trial faced hurdles with 28 hostile witnesses and two special prosecutors quitting. Read for full details.
Karnataka's strict conservation measures have boosted wildlife numbers, but shrinking buffers are causing a surge in human-animal conflicts. Explore the challenges of conservation success. Read more.
ASI Trichy fences Main Guard Gate after corporation clears vendors. A garden and public info zone are planned for the protected monument site. Read about the beautification drive.