SC Bail Denial: Questions on Justice System & Undertrial Crisis
Supreme Court denies bail to Umar Khalid & Sharjeel Imam after 5+ years without trial, spotlighting India's undertrial crisis & judicial role in protecting liberty. Read the analysis.
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Undertrial Prisoners Donate Food for Gavi Mutt Festival
In a heartwarming gesture, undertrial prisoners in Koppal district jail donated rice and flour by skipping breakfast for Gavi Mutt's Maha Rathotsav community feeding. Read how diverse groups are contributing to the dasoha.
Andhra Jails Packed with Undertrials, Not Convicts
Andhra Pradesh jails hold more undertrials than convicts, revealing judicial delays & legal aid gaps. Data shows 5,065 await trial vs 2,511 convicts. Can new laws fix this?
9 Indian Fishermen Detained by Sri Lanka, CM Stalin Seeks Help
Sri Lankan Navy detained nine Tamil Nadu fishermen for allegedly crossing maritime boundary. CM Stalin urges urgent diplomatic intervention for their release. Details inside.
Prison Brawl in Chennai: Two Undertrials Attack Each Other
A violent clash erupted inside Chennai's Puzhal Central Prison between two undertrials linked to BSP leader Armstrong's murder. An assistant jailer was injured. Read the full details.
11 Indian Fishermen Arrested by Sri Lankan Navy
Sri Lankan Navy detains 11 Indian fishermen from Tamil Nadu and seizes their trawler for allegedly crossing the maritime boundary. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the Palk Strait.
India Seeks Early Release of Prisoners from Pakistan
India has formally requested Pakistan for the swift repatriation of its civilian prisoners and fishermen. The appeal was made during a recent diplomatic meeting, highlighting humanitarian concerns.
India-Pakistan exchange prisoner lists, 167 Indians await repatriation
India and Pakistan exchanged lists of civilian prisoners and fishermen. Despite 167 Indians completing sentences, repatriation delays persist. Read the latest on this humanitarian issue.
Undertrials' Ordeal: Life Inside India's Overcrowded Prisons
Hany Babu and Anand Teltumbde, accused in the Bhima Koregaon case, spent years in Taloja prison without trial. They describe overcrowding, medical neglect, and a system where 75% of inmates are undertrials. Read their shocking account.
Goa fishermen protest Drishti Marine's 'Seahorse' safety platform
Goa's Candolim fishermen protest Drishti Marine's 'Seahorse' floating lifeguard station, citing lack of permissions and intrusion into fishing zones. The agency says it cuts emergency response time.
Women Prisoners in India Rise 162%, Highlighting Systemic Gaps
India's female inmate population skyrocketed from 9,089 in 2000 to 23,772 in 2022. Experts blame stigma, harsh bail denials, and a system blind to women's distinct needs, especially mothers. Read about the urgent call for reform.
Patel vs Blumenthal: Tense Exchange on J6 Prisoners
Revisit the fiery January 2025 confirmation hearing where FBI nominee Kash Patel defended calling Jan 6 defendants 'political prisoners'. Get the full details of the clash.
3 Tamil Nadu Fishermen Apprehended by Sri Lankan Navy
Sri Lankan Navy apprehends three Indian fishermen from Tamil Nadu near Delft Island. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the Palk Strait fishing grounds.
Coast Guard Evacuates Sailor, Rescues Fishermen in Multi-Op Week
Indian Coast Guard swiftly evacuated a 24-year-old sailor off Goa, rescued 4 fishermen from Sri Lanka, and detained 35 poachers in Bangladeshi boats. Read about their lifesaving missions.
Indian Coast Guard Ship Repatriates 12 Fishermen from Sri Lanka
ICGS Rani Durgavati successfully repatriated 12 Indian fishermen from Sri Lankan custody. The operation highlights crucial India-Sri Lanka maritime cooperation and safety for fishermen.
Chennai Fishermen Squeezed by Cartel Despite Bumper Tuna Haul
Chennai's Kasimedu deep-sea fishermen face a price-fixing crisis despite a 100-tonne daily skipjack tuna catch. Middlemen slash profits, urgent govt intervention sought. Read more.
Three Undertrials Escape Khachrod Sub-Jail in Ujjain
Three undertrial prisoners, facing serious charges like rape and murder, escaped from Khachrod sub-jail in Ujjain using a folding ladder. Police launch massive manhunt. Read the full story.
How a Weight-Loss Chat Helped Free Belarus Political Prisoners
A casual dinner chat about Zepbound weight-loss drug between US envoy John Coale and Belarus's Lukashenko paved way for prisoner release deal. Over 250 detainees freed, including Nobel laureate.
Rameswaram Fishermen Strike Over Sri Lanka Arrests
Mechanised boat fishermen in Rameswaram held a one-day strike demanding the release of 12 colleagues arrested by the Sri Lankan navy for allegedly crossing the maritime boundary. Over 700 boats remained anchored.
J&K Court Rejects Mufti's Plea on Undertrial Transfers
J&K and Ladakh High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's PIL seeking transfer of undertrials. Bench calls petition vague and politically motivated. Read the full details.
J&K High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's undertrial plea
Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's petition on undertrial transfers, calling it politically motivated. Read the full details and court's strong observations.
Court Rejects Mehbooba Mufti's Plea on Kashmiri Prisoners
Jammu and Kashmir High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's PIL seeking transfer of Kashmiri political prisoners, calling it a tool for political gain. Read the full details.
J&K HC rejects Mehbooba Mufti's PIL on undertrial prisoners
Jammu and Kashmir High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's PIL seeking repatriation of undertrial prisoners, citing lack of specifics. Read the full details of the court's decision.
Families of 200 Indian fishermen meet Jaishankar for release
Delegation including activists & fisherfolk families met EAM Jaishankar, seeking urgent release of ~200 Indian fishermen languishing in Pakistan prisons despite completed sentences.
Kerala HC: No discrimination in prison emergency leave
Kerala High Court grants prisoner emergency leave, ruling jail authorities cannot discriminate between brother's and sister's son. Justice Edappagath calls interpretation unconstitutional.
Prison Overcrowding Blocks Fugitive Extraditions to India
Foreign courts deny India's extradition pleas citing poor prison conditions. New data shows 5.3L inmates in 2023, with 120% occupancy. Better reporting can reform justice. Read more.
Ayushman Health Cards for Maharashtra Prisoners
Maharashtra prison department extends Ayushman Bharat health insurance to all inmates, focusing on elderly prisoners. Special drive ensures cashless treatment. Read more.
Coast Guard inspects trawler wreck after fatal collision
Indian Coast Guard inspects salvaged fishing trawler FB Paramita-11 that sank after a collision with a Bangladeshi vessel. 11 rescued, 2 bodies recovered. Investigation ongoing to ensure fishermen safety.
35 Bangladeshi Fishermen Detained in Indian Waters
Indian Coast Guard and Navy detain 35 Bangladeshi fishermen in two trawlers for illegal entry. One vessel allegedly caught banned fish. Read the full details.
Calcutta HC Directs Wetlands Authority on Fishermen's Plea
Calcutta High Court orders East Kolkata Wetlands Authority to respond in 60 days after fishermen allege illegal wall blocks their fishing grounds for 40+ years. Read the full story.
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