SC Suggests 'Romeo-Juliet' Exception for POCSO Act
The Supreme Court proposes a 'Romeo-Juliet' clause in the POCSO Act to prevent criminalising consensual teen relationships. Read about the legal debate and its implications.
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Gurgaon MCG collects Rs 30 crore tax, seals 55 properties
Gurgaon's MCG accelerates property tax recovery, collecting Rs 30 crore in 1.5 months and sealing 55 properties. The civic body now targets illegal commercial activities in residential areas to boost revenue for city development.
Karnataka Expands Property Regularisation Scheme Beyond Bengaluru
Karnataka cabinet extends B-khata to A-khata conversion to all urban centres, aiming to bring lakhs of unauthorised properties into the tax net and formal framework. Details inside.
MCG Recovers ₹295 Crore in Property Tax from Defaulters
The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram has successfully recovered ₹295 crore in outstanding property tax from defaulters in 2025 through a special recovery drive. Discover how the civic body is boosting its revenue.
20-Year Jail for Brothers in Gujarat Minor Rape Case
A Mehsana POCSO court sentences two brothers to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for the rape of a minor girl and abetment. The victim awarded Rs 50,000 compensation. Read the full details.
Belagavi Court's Tough Pocso Rulings Deter Crimes Against Minors
Belagavi's Fast Track Court delivers 73 verdicts in 2 years, including death sentences & 35-year jail terms for child rapists. Judge Pushpalatha leads a zero-tolerance approach. Read more.
UP Cuts Stamp Duty on Family Property Gifts to Rs 5,000
Uttar Pradesh cabinet extends concessional stamp duty of Rs 5,000 on gift deeds for commercial & industrial properties among family members. Move aims to make transfers affordable & transparent.
BPSC Paper Leak: Key Gang Member Arrested in Patna
Bihar Police's EOU arrests Bipul Kumar, a key member of the Sanjeev Mukhiya gang, in the BPSC TRE-3.0 exam leak case. He confessed to involvement in the Haryana teacher exam leak in 2023. Read the full investigation details.
SC Upholds Right to Speedy Trial, Grants Bail in Economic Offence
The Supreme Court has ruled that the right to a speedy trial is fundamental and cannot be ignored due to an offence's severity. The court granted bail, stating economic offences are not a homogeneous class for blanket bail denial. Read the full analysis.
Govt Rolls Out New Rules to Settle Minor Drug Violations
India introduces a formal mechanism for drug and medical device firms to settle minor regulatory violations by paying fines, aiming to reduce court burdens and focus on serious health risks. Learn how the new compounding rules work.
Punjab's AAP Govt Proposes Life Term for Sacrilege
Punjab AAP announces a stringent new bill proposing life imprisonment for desecration of holy texts. The move follows a special assembly session and committee consultations. Read the full details.
New Police Financial Intelligence Unit to Prevent Fraud
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar police forms a dedicated Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) to proactively track scams, protect citizens from investment fraud, and launch awareness campaigns. Report suspicious schemes now.
MBA graduate arrested in Gurgaon's Rs 2.45 crore loan fraud
Gurgaon EOW nabs first accused in a sophisticated fraud where a businessman was duped with promises of a Rs 100 crore loan at 6% interest. Read the full investigation details.
Chhattisgarh HC Grants Bail to Chaitanya Baghel in Liquor Scam
Chhattisgarh High Court grants bail to Chaitanya Baghel, son of ex-CM Bhupesh Baghel, in a money laundering case. Court criticizes EOW for lapses, notes ED's lack of direct evidence. Read the full details.
Chaitanya Baghel gets bail in Chhattisgarh liquor scam case
Chhattisgarh High Court grants bail to Chaitanya Baghel, son of former CM Bhupesh Baghel, in the Rs 2,883 crore liquor scam. Get the latest details on the ED and EOW cases.
MBA Grad Held in Gurgaon's Rs 2.4 Crore Loan Scam
Gurgaon police arrest an MBA graduate for a Rs 2.4 crore loan fraud. The accused promised a garment exporter a Rs 40 crore loan at low interest. Read the full investigation details.
Rourkela Police: 70% Drop in Major Crimes in 2025
Rourkela police announced a 70% reduction in major property crimes in 2025. Focus on tech, community outreach, and arrests of cyber criminals marked the year. Read about their 2026 citizen-centric vision.
J&K High Court: Bail in life/death cases is exception, not rule
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court grants bail to bank manager in a multi-crore fraud case, laying down key principles. Justice Wani emphasizes no 'golden test' for bail, calls for case-by-case judicial weighing. Read the full analysis.
Mohali MC to Seal, Auction Properties of Tax Defaulters
Mohali Municipal Corporation launches a strict drive against property tax defaulters. Major commercial & industrial units face sealing & auction if dues not cleared in 3-day grace period. Pay now to avoid action.
MGU Kottayam gets patent for AI driver fatigue detection system
Mahatma Gandhi University patents an AI-powered drowsiness detection system developed by Prof. Pushpalatha K P & Vineetha Vijayan. It aims to slash road accidents via real-time alerts. Read more.
Tambaram cuts property name change fee to flat ₹500
Tambaram Corporation introduces a flat ₹500 fee for property tax name changes, down from thousands. This new uniform rate, effective January, brings major relief to residents and aligns with Greater Chennai Corporation's model.
Nellore Crime Up 7.5% in 2025, Cyber Fraud Soars
Nellore district sees a 7.5% rise in overall crime in 2025. While murders decline, cyber crime, white-collar offences, and road accidents show sharp increases. Police invoke PD Act against 16 offenders.
Man arrested for Rs 2.21 cr cancer treatment fraud in Gurgaon
A man from Hyderabad was arrested for allegedly cheating a senior citizen of Rs 2.21 crore using fake cancer treatment pleas. The EOW is investigating the elaborate scam involving forged bank transfers.
Gurgaon MCG seals 7 properties for Rs 1.8 crore tax dues
MCG Gurgaon sealed seven properties for non-payment of Rs 1.8 crore in property tax. The drive, led by Zonal Taxation Officer Pankaj Kumar, resulted in a single-day collection of Rs 7 crore. Read more about the crackdown and the use of AI to boost revenue
EOW Case: Land of Dead Farmer Illegally Sold in Bhopal
Bhopal's EOW uncovers a land fraud where a farmer's death was concealed to illegally sell his agricultural land using an expired power of attorney. Read the full investigation details.
Delhi Cabinet Nods to Jan Vishwas Bill for Decriminalisation
Delhi Cabinet approves Jan Vishwas Bill 2026, decriminalising minor offences to ease business, daily life, and reduce court burden. Bill to be tabled in winter session.
Delhi's Jan Vishwas Bill 2026 Aims to Ease Compliance
Delhi govt approves Jan Vishwas Bill 2026 to decriminalise minor offences under 7 laws, replacing them with civil penalties. Move aims to reduce court burden and boost ease of living. Read more.
EOW case: Dead farmer's land sold using expired POA
Bhopal EOW registers cheating case after probe finds agricultural land of deceased farmer illegally sold using an expired power of attorney. Nine sale deeds executed after his death.
Chandigarh Estate Office Ends Paperwork, Goes Fully Digital
Chandigarh's UT estate office has launched complete digital processing for property applications, from transfers to OC, cutting paperwork and visits. Discover the new reforms.
Rs 12 Crore Gurgaon Luxury Flat Fraud Exposes Market Flaws
A Rs 12 crore fraud involving a non-existent flat in Gurgaon's Camellias exposes critical gaps in property verification and broker-led resale deals. Read how the scam unfolded.
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