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Thane court acquits man in wife murder case
A Thane court acquitted a man accused of murdering his wife in 2021, stating the prosecution failed to prove foundational facts. The judge ordered his immediate release. Read the full details.
Life sentence for three in Dumka witchcraft murder case
Jamtara court sentences three men to life imprisonment for murdering a woman accused of witchcraft. A fine of Rs 5,000 each imposed. Read the full details of the verdict.
Man acquitted in 1974 Pune robbery case after 51 years
A Pune court acquits a man accused in a 1974 robbery due to lack of evidence and witnesses. The case involved a wristwatch worth Rs 60. Read the full story.
Bengaluru GBA Chief Warns of Penal Action for Illegal Road Cutting
GBA Chairman M Lakshminarayana warns of strict action against unauthorised road cutting in Bengaluru. Penalties include fines and criminal charges to protect city infrastructure. Read more.
New Sports Code 2024: Reforms for Federations & Athletes
India's new Draft National Sports Code 2024 proposes sweeping reforms: age & tenure limits for officials, athlete welfare funds, and more. Will it clean up sports governance? Read the full analysis.
5-Year Jail for Gold Chain Snatcher in Ludhiana
A Ludhiana court sentenced Gaganjit Singh to 5 years rigorous imprisonment for snatching a woman's gold chain. A fine of Rs 10,000 was also imposed. Read the full details of the case.
HC Commutes Death Penalty in 2018 Child Rape-Murder Case
Punjab & Haryana HC commutes a convict's death penalty to life without remission for the 2018 rape & murder of a 5-year-old. The court acquitted his mother, citing her 'blind love' for her 'Raja beta'.
Bombay HC acquits 3 in 2012 Sangli gangrape-murder case
Bombay High Court overturns life sentences of three men convicted for the 2012 gangrape and murder of a 19-year-old in Sangli, citing failure of prosecution to prove chain of evidence and motive.
Nashik man gets life term for murder over one-sided love
A Nashik court sentences Ramesh Gavande to life imprisonment for murdering a woman with an axe in 2023. The crime stemmed from an argument over his unrequited feelings. Read the full details of the case.
Microsoft clarifies: No plan to erase C/C++ code by 2030
A Microsoft engineer clarifies his team's AI and Rust project is research, not a plan to rewrite Windows. Get the full story on Microsoft's actual Rust adoption.
10-Year Jail for Raping Mentally Challenged Woman in Mumbai
A Mumbai court sentenced a labourer to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for the 2016 rape of a woman with mental retardation, ruling her consent invalid under IPC Section 90. Read the full details of the landmark judgment.
Thane: Taxi driver convicted for procuring minor girl
A Thane court convicted a 57-year-old taxi driver for luring an 11-year-old girl but acquitted him of rape charges due to insufficient evidence. He was sentenced to time already served.
Telangana HC alters murder conviction to culpable homicide
Telangana High Court modifies life sentence to time served, ruling the act was committed 'with knowledge but without intention'. Key legal distinction between intent and knowledge explained.
Jai Madaan's 4-Digit Astro Code Ritual Explained
Famed astrologer Jai Madaan's viral 4-digit astro code ritual for 2025 promises luck and success. Learn the steps, dates, and significance behind this trending spiritual practice.
Securities Markets Code 2025 Tabled in Lok Sabha
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables a bill to unify securities market laws, replacing SEBI Act, Depositories Act & SCRA. Aims for modern investor protection.
Life term for wife murder, dowry charges not proven
A Ghaziabad sessions court sentenced Ravi Gupta to life imprisonment for murdering his wife Damini but acquitted him of dowry charges due to insufficient evidence. Read the full details of the verdict.
Karnataka HC acquits man, bars retrospective harsher punishment
Karnataka High Court acquits a man of abduction & rape charges, ruling that harsher punishment cannot apply retrospectively. Justice G Basavaraja cites lack of proof. Read the full legal analysis.
Karnataka's New Hate Speech Law Stirs Debate
Karnataka's new law defines hate speech more explicitly than central rules, sparking debate over free speech and legal overreach. Read the full analysis.
1881 Punjab Civil Justice Code: A Historic Legal Reform
On October 24, 1881, the Punjab Civil Justice Code was enacted, revolutionizing the region's legal framework. Discover how this landmark law replaced complex systems with a unified, accessible code.
Two Men Get 2-Year Jail for Assaulting Mumbai Police
A Mumbai Sessions Court sentenced two men to two years' imprisonment for assaulting policemen and attempting to escape custody in 2018. Read the full details of the case and the court's verdict here.
Man, 81, acquitted in 1977 Mumbai murder bid case
A Mumbai court acquits an 81-year-old man in a 1977 attempt-to-murder case after the main witness says she does not remember the incident. Read the full story of the 48-year-old legal saga.
10-Year Jail for Knifepoint Robbery Near Ludhiana Canal Bridge
A Ludhiana court sentences two men to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for a 2022 knifepoint robbery. The convicts also face a fine of Rs 11,000 each. Read the full details of the case and the court's verdict.
New Labour Codes Cut Imprisonment Offences to 22
India's new labour codes reduce imprisonment offences from 87 to 22, focusing on compliance over punishment. Discover how this impacts employers and workers. #LabourReforms
India's New Seismic Map: Himalayan Arc in Zone VI
India releases updated seismic zonation map placing entire Himalayan arc in highest-risk Zone VI for first time. 61% of India now in moderate to high hazard zones. New building codes mandate stricter safety standards.
Assam Assembly Passes Polygamy Ban Bill with 7-Year Jail
Assam Assembly passes landmark bill criminalizing polygamy with up to 7 years imprisonment. CM Sarma calls it historic for women's rights and promises Uniform Civil Code next.
Assam bans polygamy, CM vows UCC if re-elected
Assam Assembly passes historic bill criminalizing polygamy with up to 10 years imprisonment. CM Himanta Sarma announces plans for Uniform Civil Code implementation in 2026.
IBC Reforms: Biggest Changes in 9 Years Coming
India's Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code undergoes major reforms with cross-border insolvency and faster debt resolution. Parliament to consider revised bill in December session.
Assam Passes Bill Banning Polygamy, UCC Promise Made
Assam Assembly approves historic bill criminalizing polygamy with 3-8 year imprisonment. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma pledges Uniform Civil Code implementation if re-elected. Key development in Indian governance.
Assam Passes Bill Banning Polygamy: What to Know
Assam Assembly approves landmark bill to prohibit polygamy, creating uniform marriage laws. Learn about the provisions, exemptions, and implementation timeline.
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