Uttarakhand HC stays transfer, cites violation of 2017 Act
Uttarakhand High Court halts the transfer of a forest officer, ruling it violated the state's transfer act. The officer had not completed his minimum tenure. Read the full details.
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SC Slams Uttarakhand Govt Over Forest Land Grab
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction in a major forest land encroachment case involving 2,866 acres. Details on the lease to Pashu Lok Seva Samiti and the court's strong stance.
Girl, 12, rescues classmate from bear attack in Uttarakhand school
A brave 12-year-old girl rescued her classmate from a bear cub in Chamoli. This second attack at the school highlights rising human-wildlife conflict in Uttarakhand. Read the full story.
SC Takes Suo Motu Cognisance of Uttarakhand Forest Land Grabbing
Supreme Court slams Uttarakhand government for inaction on forest land encroachment. The court has initiated suo motu proceedings to protect vital green cover. Read the full story.
SC Slams Uttarakhand Govt Over Forest Land Grab
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction on illegal forest land occupation. Hearing a plea by Anita Kandwal, the court demands urgent action. Read the full story.
Hisar Custodial Death: Murder Case Filed After Inquiry
Hisar police register murder case in custodial death of Sanjay Kantiwal. Judicial inquiry report leads to FIR, but family cites 22 injuries, demands justice. Details inside.
Madurai Custodial Death: Cops Move HC for Bail
Two policemen arrested in the Sivaganga custodial death case of guard B Ajith Kumar seek bail from Madras HC. Hearing adjourned to Jan 7 for CBI response. Details inside.
Auto driver alleges police assault in Thiruvananthapuram
A 46-year-old auto driver in Thiruvananthapuram alleges brutal police assault. Police deny charges, claim he was violent. The incident sparks controversy over police conduct.
Uttarakhand's Pravasi Panchayats to Curb Migration
Uttarakhand govt announces Pravasi Panchayats in all 13 districts to encourage reverse migration. Pithoragarh is the pilot district. Learn about the state's initiatives.
SC Notice on Noida Police Station Custodial Assault Allegations
The Supreme Court has issued notice on a plea by a woman lawyer alleging sexual assault in Noida police custody. The bench directed the police commissioner to preserve all CCTV footage. Read the full details.
Uttarakhand Governor Returns Anti-Conversion Bill
Lt Gen (retd) Gurmit Singh, Uttarakhand Governor, returns Bill amending state's anti-conversion law citing errors. Government plans ordinance route. Read the full story.
HC Notice to Govt on Minority Education Act Challenge
Uttarakhand High Court seeks state government's response in two weeks on a petition challenging key sections of the new Minority Education Act, 2025, filed by a madrassa. Read the full details.
Uttarakhand Boosts Entrepreneurship with Rs 33.22 Crore Aid
Uttarakhand government disburses Rs 33.22 crore to 3,848 beneficiaries under Mukhyamantri Swarozgar Yojna, aiming to create jobs and curb migration. Discover how the scheme is transforming local economy.
Dry Winter Hits Uttarakhand Apple Production in Uttarkashi
Prolonged dry spells and lack of winter rain & snow in Uttarakhand threaten apple yields. Experts warn of inadequate chilling hours impacting the prized Harsil valley crop. Read more.
SC Grants 2 Weeks to Centre on Rohingya Disappearance Plea
India's Supreme Court grants two weeks to the Centre to respond to a plea alleging custodial disappearance of Rohingyas. The bench led by CJI Surya Kant seeks a detailed reply. Read the full story.
Neelam Gorhe to visit 1972 rape survivor 'Mathura'
Maharashtra Legislative Council's Deputy Chairperson Neelam Gorhe will visit 'Mathura', the survivor of the landmark 1972 custodial rape case, within a week. Read about the renewed support and the case that changed India's laws.
Amritsar Youth Dies in Custody, Family Blocks Highway
A 23-year-old man from Amritsar died in police custody. His family blocked the Amritsar-Jalandhar highway, alleging torture. Authorities have initiated a probe.
India's Policing Crisis: Reforms Delayed, Trust Deficit Widens
India's policing faces a deep crisis of sensitivity, fairness, and trust, not just technology. Citizens fear police, custodial violence persists. Read more on urgent reforms needed.
Uttarakhand MPs Seek Central Help Over Wildlife Attacks
Uttarakhand MPs raise alarm in Parliament over surge in bear and leopard attacks, citing climate change and habitat loss. Parents fear sending kids out as terror grips hills.
Uttarakhand Begins Verification of 2003 Voter Rolls
Uttarakhand's election department initiates a crucial pre-revision exercise to verify voters from the 2003 electoral rolls, aiming to ensure accuracy and integrity ahead of potential updates.
Leopard kills man in Pauri Garhwal, third death in a month
A 42-year-old man was killed by a leopard in Pauri Garhwal, marking the third fatal attack in the district within a month. Public anger over rising human-wildlife conflict intensifies. Read more.
Gonda jail undertrial death sparks custodial foul play claims
A 24-year-old murder case undertrial died in Gonda divisional jail after sudden illness. Family alleges foul play, demands high-level probe. Details inside.
SHRC Orders ₹3 Lakh Compensation in Tuticorin Custodial Death
Tamil Nadu's Human Rights Commission has directed ₹3 lakh compensation for a custodial death in Tuticorin and disciplinary action against a police sub-inspector. Read the full details.
Jhansi cops booked for torturing POCSO accused in custody
A sub-inspector and two constables in Jhansi booked for allegedly torturing a POCSO accused, causing 23 wounds and fractures. Special court orders detailed medical panel investigation.
Custodial Death in Surendranagar: Man Hangs Himself
Gajendrasinh Zala, detained for motorcycle theft, died in police custody in Surendranagar. An inquiry has been launched into the custodial death. Read the full report.
Court Rebukes Panipat Police for Fabrication, Illegal Detention
A Panipat court has accused police of fabrication and shielding officers in an illegal detention case. The judge ordered an FIR and an independent probe. Read the shocking details.
PUCL Alleges Custodial Torture in Dalit Youth Death in Bengaluru
Rights group PUCL demands judicial inquiry into the death of Dalit youth Darshan PG, alleging illegal detention and assault by Bengaluru police. Details inside.
Uttarakhand CS Inspects Golu Devta Temple Corridor Site
Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan visited Champawat's Golu Devta temple to review the corridor project aimed at boosting religious tourism and local economy. Details inside.
3 New Doppler Radars Approved for Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand's early-warning system gets a major boost with 3 new Doppler radars approved for Haridwar, Pantnagar & Auli. This upgrade aims to improve accuracy of weather alerts in the hazard-prone state. Read more.
HC Stays Punjab Human Rights Panel's FIR Order Against Cops
Punjab & Haryana HC stays order for FIR against 5 cops over alleged custodial torture, citing human rights panel overstepped its mandate. Details inside.
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