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EC Defends Power to Remove Foreigners from Voter Lists

The Election Commission asserts its constitutional duty to ensure no foreigners are on electoral rolls. Senior advocate argues before SC that citizenship is foundational for voting rights. Read the full arguments.

Mamata to move SC against SIR as 'ordinary citizen'

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee will approach the Supreme Court against the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, alleging AI was used to disenfranchise millions. She claims 70 deaths linked to the process.

Mamata to Move SC Over Voter List 'Harassment'

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee threatens to approach the Supreme Court over alleged harassment during voter list revision, citing AI-driven deletions and deaths. Read the full story.

Pongal 2026 Special Trains: Full List, Routes & Timings

Indian Railways announces special train services for Pongal 2026 to connect major cities in Tamil Nadu and beyond. Check the full list of trains, routes, timetables, and stoppages for seamless festival travel.

10-Year Jail for Bihar Man in Noida POCSO Case

A Noida POCSO court sentenced a man to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a minor. He received an additional 2-year term. The case dates back to 2016. Read the full details.

Bengal SIR 2.0: EC's OBC Certificate Rules Explained

West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer issues directives on valid OBC certificates for electoral roll hearings, based on Calcutta High Court's December 2025 order. Know which documents are accepted.

Court Drops Sexual Harassment Case Against HD Revanna

A special court in Bengaluru has discharged former minister HD Revanna from sexual harassment charges. The case, filed in 2024, was related to allegations by a woman worker. Read the full details and legal reasoning here.

CBI Moves SC Against Kuldeep Sengar's Bail in Unnao Case

The CBI has filed a Special Leave Petition in the Supreme Court challenging the bail granted to ex-MLA Kuldeep Sengar in the 2019 Unnao rape case. This follows major public outcry and protests. Read the latest developments.

SC Allows Delhi HC to Test Special Marriage Act Validity

The Supreme Court has cleared the path for the Delhi High Court to examine the constitutional validity of the Special Marriage Act's mandatory public notice provision. This follows the SC's dismissal of the Law Ministry's transfer petition.

Life sentence for 3 in Tonk's 2016 murder of 70-year-old

A Tonk trial court sentenced three men to life for murdering a 70-year-old man in 2016. Judge Aarti Maheshwari appended a poignant self-composed poem to the verdict, reflecting on the crime's moral decay. Read the full story.

Lokayukta submits Muda scam case diary to court

Lokayukta police submit Muda scam case diary to special court. Hearing on activist's petition against clean chit to CM Siddaramaiah, wife adjourned to Jan 5. Read the latest developments.

13 Convicted for Murshidabad Riot Double Murder

A Jangipur court convicts 13 for murdering father-son duo during Murshidabad riots. The fast-track verdict comes six months after a detailed SIT probe. Sentencing expected Tuesday.

Court Rejects Zero FIR Pleas Against Thane Judges

A special court in Mumbai dismissed pleas seeking zero FIRs against two Thane judges, upholding judicial immunity. The judge cited lack of evidence and the Judges Protection Act. Read the full details.

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