Karnataka HC convicts ex-employee for criminal contempt
Karnataka High Court convicts a dismissed astrophysics institute employee for criminal contempt. Division bench imposes fine. Read the full details and legal implications here.
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Man guilty of wife's murder after 'body disposal' searches
Brian Walshe found guilty of first-degree murder of wife Ana. He searched 'ways to dispose of a body' and dismembered her. Sentencing set for Wednesday. Read the shocking details.
Chandigarh HC Upholds FIR Against Lawyer Impersonating Magistrate
Chandigarh High Court dismisses a lawyer's plea to quash an FIR against him for allegedly posing as a magistrate at a traffic checkpoint. The court directs the police to conduct a fair investigation.
ED's Only 2 Politician Convictions Fuel New Parliament Bill Scrutiny
As Parliament scrutinises a bill for removal of PM/CMs after arrest, the 2017 & 2020 PMLA convictions of Jharkhand MLAs Rai & Ekka gain relevance. Explore the case and its implications for political accountability. Read more.
Only 174 Convictions in 40,000 Serious Crime Cases in Rajasthan
Shocking data reveals a mere 0.4% conviction rate for serious crimes in Rajasthan between Aug 2023-July 2025. MLA Amin Kagzi slams systemic failure. Details inside.
Woman consumes poison in court after murder verdict
A 60-year-old woman convicted in a 2023 murder case consumed poison inside a Lucknow courtroom and died en route to hospital. Read the shocking details of the case.
Uttarakhand HC: State Failed to Implement Forest Fire Directives
Uttarakhand High Court expresses serious concern over the state's failure to implement court orders on forest fire prevention since 2021. Next hearing on Dec 10.
Greg Kelley: Texas Football Star's Wrongful Conviction Overturned
Greg Kelley, a Texas teen football star, was wrongly convicted and sentenced to 25 years. After a flawed investigation, he was declared innocent. Read his incredible journey of resilience and justice.
AP Cybercrime: High Police Disposal, Low Court Conviction
Andhra Pradesh police dispose of 5228 cybercrime cases, but courts show 91.7% pendency & a mere 1.5% conviction rate, mirroring a national judicial bottleneck. Read the full NCRB data analysis.
HC: Delayed Pension is Breach of Fundamental Rights
Punjab & Haryana High Court declares prolonged pension delays a fundamental rights violation, ordering immediate action. Read the full judgment and its implications for retirees.
Madurai Karthigai Lamp Row: Collector Moves SC
Madurai District Collector moves Supreme Court against HC order on Karthigai festival lamp lighting. Faces contempt for allegedly defying court directive. Read the full legal battle.
Delhi HC upholds rape conviction in 2017 Hauz Khas case
Delhi High Court upholds conviction of man for 2017 rape in Deer Park, Hauz Khas, cancels his bail. Court notes survivor's testimony 'remains consistent to the core', backed by medical & DNA evidence.
Lucknow Police: 106 Convictions in 70 Cases in Nov 2025
Lucknow Police achieved a record 106 convictions in 70 serious cases against women & children in November 2025 under Operation Conviction. Read how this marks a shift in policing.
Man gets 33-month jail for fake police calls in Azamgarh
Azamgarh court sentences Vikas Singh to 2 years 9 months jail for making false police calls to disturb peace. Details on the case and Operation Conviction inside.
Death Penalty for Rape and Murder of 6-Year-Old in Vapi
A Vapi court sentences a man to death for the rape, sodomy, and murder of a six-year-old girl. The family receives Rs 17 lakh compensation. Read the full details.
Mangaluru High Court Bench: CM Assures Positive Discussion
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has agreed to discuss the demand for a circuit high court bench in Mangaluru with the Karnataka Chief Justice. Lawyers' delegation met CM to push for swift justice in coastal region.
Multi-Cornered Fight for Nagpur HC Bar Association Posts
Nagpur's Bombay High Court Bar Association elections see intense competition for key posts. Four candidates vie for President as new 'One Bar One Vote' rule and women's reservation reshape the contest. Get the full candidate list.
Bombay HC Orders Passport Renewal in Attempted Murder Case
Bombay High Court directs authorities to renew passport of a London-based professional, convicted in a South Goa attempted murder case, as his appeal is pending. Read the full details of the court's reasoning.
IIT Professor Sentenced to 10 Years for Rape
An IIT Jodhpur associate professor receives 10 years rigorous imprisonment for raping a former student in 2019. The fast-track court convicts him based on forensic and CCTV evidence.
Bombay HC Suspends 15-Year Sentence in Pune Rape Case
Bombay High Court suspends 15-year sentence of man convicted for raping a minor in Pune, citing inconsistencies in victim's age proof and consent. Details inside.
Life term for man who raped 9-year-old in Bareilly
A Bareilly POCSO court awards life imprisonment to a 28-year-old man for raping a minor. The child's testimony and medical evidence proved crucial. Read the full details.
Honduras Ex-President Released After Trump Pardon
Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández released from US prison after receiving a pardon from Donald Trump. Details on the case and its international implications.
Mumbai: 10-Year Jail for Auto Driver in 2018 Senior Citizen Rape Case
A Mumbai sessions court convicts a 31-year-old auto driver to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for the 2018 rape, assault, and robbery of a 62-year-old woman. Read the full details of the case and the court's reasoning.
20-year jail for man who raped 15-year-old in Odisha
A Jajpur court sentenced a 20-year-old man to 20 years imprisonment for raping a minor. The court also imposed a fine and ordered Rs 7 lakh compensation for the survivor. Read the full details.
SC: Prosecutor Not Just for Conviction, Overturns 3 Murder Convictions
India's Supreme Court clarifies a prosecutor's duty is to assist justice, not just secure convictions. Bench of Justices Karol & Singh overturns three murder convictions. Read the landmark ruling.
20 Stocks to Buy: Choice Broking's High-Conviction Picks
Analysts at Choice Broking reveal their top 20 high-conviction stock picks for 2026, citing renewed market optimism and sectoral opportunities. Discover the full list and target prices.
Bombay HC freezes Rs 34L in family accounts in maintenance case
Bombay High Court freezes Rs 34 lakh transferred by a man to his mother and brother, calling it a systematic attempt to avoid paying maintenance to his wife and daughter. Read the full details.
9 Convicted in Alipurduar Wildlife Crime Cases
Alipurduar court convicts nine individuals in four separate wildlife crime cases, sentencing each to three years in jail and a Rs 50,000 fine for offenses involving hog deer, tokay geckos, barking deer, and a pangolin.
4 Get 10-Year Jail for 140kg Ganja Smuggling in AP
An Andhra Pradesh court sentenced four men to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for smuggling 140 kg of marijuana. The 2015 case highlights crackdown on drug trade. Read the full details.
ED files 6,312 cases, secures 120 convictions in 12 years
Enforcement Directorate's conviction rate under scrutiny as household financial assets surge to Rs 352.6 lakh crore, reveals RBI data. Get the full analysis.
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