Goa Crime Branch arrests a 41-year-old Philippine national for obtaining an Indian passport using forged documents. A local accomplice also held. Details on the charges under Foreigners Act and Passport Act.
Delhi High Court declines full stay on 2025 school fee regulation law, grants private schools limited deadline extensions. PSPLS plans Supreme Court appeal.
Karnataka government to file a Supreme Court challenge against the VBG and Ram G Act, citing constitutional concerns. Details on the legal battle and its implications.
A heart-stopping video shows a man dangling from a crane to rescue a bird entangled in wires. The act, hailed as pure compassion, has deeply moved netizens. Watch the story of bravery.
Congress alleges recent amendments to the Forest Conservation Act enable forest management privatisation, threatening tribal rights and ecology. Read the full analysis.
Rajasthan High Court issues notice to state govt for failing to frame rules under the Right to Health Act 2022 after 2.5 years. A PIL demands urgent implementation. Read more.
Bombay High Court clarifies that cooperative housing societies are not 'establishments' under the Payment of Gratuity Act, providing relief in a case involving a building manager's claim. Read the full legal analysis.
Haryana's sex ratio at birth has reached 923 girls per 1000 boys, nearing the national average. A sustained campaign involving strict law enforcement, inter-state raids, and innovative tracking systems drove this turnaround.
Two US Congressional bills aim to protect Jewish students from harassment. Learn how the No Antisemitism in Education Act and Protecting Students on Campus Act differ and their potential impact on international students.
Assam government invokes long-dormant Immigrants Act to expel declared foreigners within a week, aiming to bypass lengthy court appeals. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma outlines aggressive push.
Madras High Court ruled a solitary sexual assault on a minor justifies detention under the Goondas Act, dismissing a plea against a man held in a Thanjavur POCSO case. Read the full legal analysis.
Wadi police in Nagpur arrested two men for illegal firearm possession and circulating threatening videos. The accused have been charged under the Arms Act and Maharashtra Police Act. Read the full details.
Gujarat High Court releases a juvenile on bail in a POCSO case after an out-of-court settlement. The father must ensure he doesn't fall into 'bad company' and probation officers will monitor quarterly.
Chandigarh Police registered 10 FIRs and arrested 10 individuals on New Year's Day under various acts for offenses including drug possession, public nuisance, and arms violations. Read the full details.
Jaipur police conducted a massive New Year's eve crackdown, registering 445 drunk driving cases and seizing 84 vehicles. Read the full zone-wise breakdown and enforcement details.
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
BJP Jharkhand launches a 3-day awareness drive for the new Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar Act, countering Congress protests. Details on the political clash over the MGNREGA replacement.
A 26-year-old man in Vadodara was arrested under the Prohibition Act and Motor Vehicles Act after a video of him urinating publicly at a traffic signal went viral. Police acted swiftly within hours.
Karnataka High Court permits termination of 26-week pregnancy for a 17-year-old rape survivor, citing protection of her 'honour and dignity' as paramount. Read the full legal analysis.
Punjab Assembly passes three crucial Bills to simplify land ownership, digitize records, and rationalize stamp duty. The move aims to reduce public hardship and expedite legal processes.
As PM Modi completes 12 years, 2025 defies political norms with landmark reforms in economy, energy, security & governance. A look at the year's transformative decisions.
The Punjab Legislative Assembly has passed three significant revenue amendment bills aimed at enhancing tax collection and plugging leakages. The move is expected to strengthen the state's fiscal health. Read more for details.
Amravati Information Commissioner Ravindra Thakare exposes systemic RTI failures, with 70-80% officials not complying. He urges retired officials to help citizens fight for transparency. Read more.
The Repealing and Amending Act, 2025, ends compulsory probate for wills nationwide, easing inheritance. Learn what changes for Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata families and where hurdles may persist.
An Ahmedabad court dismissed a Muslim couple's adoption request, citing incompatibility with personal law. The ruling highlights adoption procedures under the Juvenile Justice Act for Muslims.
Indore Police conducted a massive overnight drive to curb crime ahead of New Year. Over 950 suspects checked, 377 faced legal action, and 163 drunk drivers booked. Read details.
Senior judge BK Dakshayini calls for urgent police action on child marriage & abuse in Hassan. Training held on POCSO, Juvenile Justice Acts. Learn the key directives.
Ghaziabad court drops Gangster Act charges against former MLA Amarpal Sharma in 2017 murder of BJP's Gajendra Bhati, citing lack of evidence. Read the full details of the verdict.
India's new Income Tax Act, 2025, replaces the 1961 law from April 1, aiming for a simplified tax regime. Read about the key changes and implications.
India's Parliament passed the SHANTI Bill, allowing private firms in nuclear energy and repealing old acts. This move is crucial for advancing the Indo-US trade deal. Read the full analysis.