WASHINGTON — A federal judge in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, ordered the Trump administration to suspend construction of a proposed $400 million ballroom at the White House, a project that involved demolishing the historic East Wing. U.S. District Judge Richard Leon granted a preliminary injunction requested by a preservation advocacy group, temporarily halting further work on the project. The ruling represents a significant legal setback for former President Donald Trump?

The Supreme Court of India on March 24, 2026, asked the West Bengal government if the Enforcement Directorate (ED) could approach the state police for a remedy regarding the alleged interference by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during the ED’s raids on the political consultancy firm I-PAC. This comes amid growing controversy surrounding the ED's legal plea under Article 32 of the Constitution, which seeks a CBI investigation into the alleged obstruction of its raids by Mamata Banerjee and

The Supreme Court of India has granted permanent commission to women officers in the Army, Navy, and Air Force, following a long-standing battle for gender equality within the Indian Armed Forces. This ruling comes after nearly 15 years of legal struggles, where women officers, especially Short Service Commission Women Officers (SSCWOs), faced systemic discrimination in securing permanent commissions and promotions. The Court delivered three key rulings on March 24, 2026, recognizin

A county judge in Texas has been found guilty on two counts of money laundering, marking a major development in a high-profile campaign finance case. KP George, the first Indian-origin judge in Fort Bend County, was convicted of third-degree felony charges and now faces up to 10 years in prison. He is expected to be removed from office following his sentencing. The case traces back to financial activities between 2019 and 2022, when George was actively raising and managing campaign

The Trump administration has filed a major lawsuit against Harvard University, alleging violations of civil rights protections for Jewish and Israeli students and faculty. The case, submitted by the Department of Justice in a federal district court in Boston on March 20, 2026, accuses the university of failing to address what officials describe as widespread antisemitism and discriminatory practices on campus. According to the complaint, Harvard is alleged to have ignored repeated incidents

Applications for the H-1B visa program for skilled non-immigrant workers have dropped sharply this year, with immigration experts estimating a decline of nearly 50 percent compared with the previous year. The fall in filings follows significant changes to the US immigration framework that have altered the dynamics of employer participation in the work visa program. Experts say the decline is linked largely to policy adjustments that introduced a steep increase in registration costs

Pop sensation Britney Spears was arrested on March 4, 2026, on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol and drugs in Ventura County, California. The singer was detained at 9:30 pm local time and released in the early hours of March 5, according to the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department. Following her release, Spears' representative addressed the incident, issuing a statement that emphasized the seriousness of the situation. The representative described the arrest as an "un

A federal judge in Miami has denied Tesla’s attempt to overturn a $243 million jury verdict stemming from a fatal 2019 crash involving the company’s Autopilot system, marking a significant legal setback for the electric vehicle manufacturer. The ruling requires Tesla to compensate the family of 22-year-old Naibel Benavides, who was killed in the collision, as well as survivor Dillon Angulo, who suffered severe injuries. In an order published Friday, US District Judge Beth Bloom stated t

The large-scale immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota is set to conclude, according to border czar Tom Homan. Speaking at a press briefing, Homan confirmed that he had proposed ending the intensified operation and that the decision had been approved. A significant drawdown of federal personnel has already begun and is expected to continue over the next week, signaling the gradual end of the enhanced enforcement effort in the state. While the surge operation is ending in Minnesota

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, and Google-owned YouTube are facing serious allegations in a closely watched trial that began Monday in California, with plaintiffs accusing the companies of deliberately designing social media platforms to be addictive for children. The case marks one of the first times a jury has been asked to directly assess whether major technology companies can be held legally responsible for the mental health consequences their products may have on you

Major US technology companies are increasingly turning to the H-1B visa programme to recruit skilled foreign professionals as they accelerate investments in artificial intelligence and related digital infrastructure. New data show that a large share of visa petitions filed by leading firms are tied directly to AI-driven roles, underscoring how access to global talent has become central to their long-term strategy. An analysis of labour condition applications indicates that more than

The Supreme Court has cleared the way for California to use a newly approved congressional map that is expected to benefit Democrats in upcoming elections, rejecting an emergency appeal filed by state Republicans and backed by the Trump administration. The unsigned order, issued without explanation and with no noted dissents, leaves intact district boundaries that could alter the balance of power in several closely contested House races as the country moves toward high-stakes midterm contests

United States President Donald Trump and his two sons have filed a $10 billion civil lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service and the US Treasury Department, alleging systemic failures that allowed the unlawful disclosure of their confidential tax information. The lawsuit was filed in federal court in Miami and accuses federal authorities of negligence in preventing internal misconduct that resulted in the release of sensitive financial records. According to the court filing, Tr

Family members of two Trinidadian men killed during a U.S. military strike on a boat in the Caribbean Sea have filed a federal lawsuit accusing the United States government of wrongful death and unlawful killings. The legal action, submitted Tuesday, challenges the legality of the strike and marks the first known case brought against the current administration over its expanded military campaign targeting suspected drug-smuggling vessels in the region. The lawsuit centers on the dea

US First Lady Melania Trump issued a rare public political statement as protests intensified across Minnesota following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal border patrol agents. Speaking amid growing unrest in Minneapolis, Melania Trump called for unity and urged demonstrators to express their anger through peaceful means as tensions surrounding federal immigration enforcement continued to rise. In an interview with Fox News, the First Lady emphasized the need for calm and

A public school district north of Minneapolis has reported that federal immigration enforcement actions in recent weeks have resulted in the detention of four enrolled students, including a 5-year-old child, prompting concern among educators, families, and community members. Zena Stenvik, superintendent of Columbia Heights Public Schools, said during a Wednesday news conference that the in

The United States has begun implementing a new visa facilitation programme known as FIFA Pass as part of its preparations for hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The initiative is designed to help international football fans secure visa interview appointments more quickly as demand for travel to the tournament is expected to surge in the months leading up to kickoff. According to US officials, FIFA Pass is intended to reduce long wait times for non-immigrant visas by prioritising inter