Trichy: Bedridden man dies after beedi sparks fatal blaze
A 60-year-old visually impaired man in Trichy succumbed to burn injuries after his bed caught fire while lighting a beedi. Police investigate the tragic incident under BNSS Section 194.
A 60-year-old visually impaired man in Trichy succumbed to burn injuries after his bed caught fire while lighting a beedi. Police investigate the tragic incident under BNSS Section 194.
A 37-year-old man was killed after being hit by a dumper in Mumbai's Mulund. The driver has been booked under BNS and MV Act sections. Read the full details.
A parliamentary committee invites public feedback on three crucial bills to replace colonial-era criminal laws. Share your views by December 22. #IndianLaw #Parliament
Gauhati High Court rules declared foreign nationals cannot use CrPC or Article 22 safeguards to challenge custody pending expulsion. Key details on the Assam case.
Telangana launches a 5-day Road Suraksha Abhiyan 2026 to combat rising accidents. Justice Koshy reveals a 5.6% surge in 2025, with 24,826 cases. Learn about the campaign's focus on student awareness and curriculum integration.
Govt mulls women-centric financial measures for Budget 2026, focusing on credit cards, loans & insurance via Jan Dhan accounts to boost inclusion. Read details.
Due to severe cold and dense fog, most Bihar districts have suspended academic activities up to Class VIII until January 8. District administrations invoke BNSS 2023 for closures. Read for district-wise details.
Folk singer Neha Singh Rathore's unexpected night visit to Hazratganj police station to record her statement in an FIR case drew media and senior officials. Read the full details.
Belthangady court orders SIT to file final report in Dharmasthala case. The 3,900-page interim report was submitted under BNSS in November. Get the latest Karnataka legal updates.
East Central Railway's 'Samay Palan' & 'Mahila Suraksha' drives in Dec saw 1,032 arrests for illegal alarm chain pulling & 2,629 penalised for unauthorised travel in women's coaches. Read details.
Banashankari's Safety Island in Bengaluru recorded the highest number of police SOS alerts in 2024. Discover the data, police response, and what this means for women's safety in the city.
Aranya Suraksha Samiti submits a memorandum to Assam Transport Minister Charan Boro, demanding an environmental university in Udalguri district under BTR to boost global prominence.
Chhattisgarh High Court dismisses state govt's delayed appeal against acquittal, citing 65-day unexplained delay. Bench emphasizes law of limitation binds everyone. Read the full details.
Tamil Nadu government designates over 50 locations, including courts, hospitals, and prisons, for video-conferencing of witnesses under the new BNSS Act. This move aims to streamline judicial processes and aid distant witnesses.
Tamil Nadu government empowers senior police officers as special executive magistrates under BNSS 2023 for quicker response to unrest. Details on new powers and activist concerns.
Dense fog caused a taxi to overturn on Ludhiana-Delhi highway near Doraha, injuring four. SSF warns drivers as low visibility triggers multiple accidents across Punjab. Read safety tips.
A Delhi court ordered a man to pay Rs 5 lakh per month as interim maintenance, stating sustenance is not mere survival. The ruling emphasizes a wife's right to live with dignity, matching her marital status.
Patna Police announces comprehensive security and traffic measures for New Year celebrations. SSP Kartikeya Sharma details deployments at Marine Drive, religious sites, and parks to ensure safety.
Nagpur police shut Dabo Club & Kitchen for 45 days after a fatal brawl. Investigation revealed major safety violations, CCTV gaps, and a history of incidents. Read details.
Kathua district in Jammu suspends all VPN services for two months to prevent misuse for unlawful activities. Learn about the legal order and its implications.
Bhopal Police Commissioner bans Chinese manjha for 2 months ahead of Sankranti to prevent injuries to birds and humans. Read the full order details and legal implications here.
Haryana achieves a remarkable 72% conviction rate under new criminal laws, disposing of over 81,000 cases. Learn how legal reforms and focused prosecution are driving justice.
Delhi High Court criticizes government for failing to expand prosecution directorate as per new laws. Bench gives 10-week deadline to fill key vacancies hampering justice.
Kerala's Sthree Suraksha Scheme offers ₹1000 monthly pension to unemployed women. Applications open from Dec 22. Check eligibility, required documents, and how to apply online.
A car collided with a truck and was gutted in a fire on the Ludhiana-Delhi NH near Khanna due to dense fog. The driver escaped unhurt. Read for safety tips in foggy conditions.
Bengaluru's Suraksha 75 junction revamp hits a roadblock as new BBMP commissioners ordered to conduct a fresh field study. Read the latest updates on the stalled project.
A family of four from Thanjavur, including an elderly couple and their two daughters with intellectual disabilities, died by suicide at Yatri Nivas in Srirangam. Police found a note citing parental anxiety. Read the full report.
Chandigarh administration bans all drone flights from December 18 to 20, citing security threats and VVIP movement. Read about the legal provisions and exemptions.
Gujarat govt bans storage & sale of tobacco rolling paper, citing toxic chemicals & rising youth drug abuse. Police conduct raids in Surat, Vadodara. Details inside.
Gujarat govt bans sale & storage of rolling papers & smoking accessories statewide. Move aims to tackle health risks & substance abuse among minors. Full details inside.