The Supreme Court of India on Friday emphasized the need for an effective mechanism to combat caste-based discrimination in educational institutions across the country. The bench, consisting of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan, addressed the sensitive issue and directed the University Grants Commission (UGC) to notify draft regulations to ensure that caste-based discrimination is prevented in central, state, private, and deemed universities. The Court specifically asked the UGC

Google Maps played an unexpected role in solving a year-long murder mystery in Spain. The investigation began in November 2023 after a man went missing in the northern region of Castile and Leon. Authorities arrested two suspects: a woman, the missing man’s partner, and her ex-partner. During their investigation, police raided homes and inspected vehicles but stumbled upon a key lead through "images in a location application." These images, taken from Google Maps'

A Chinese court has ruled that Li, a man involved in a complicated breakup, is not required to return a 300,000 Yuan (₹3.2 crore) gift given to him by his ex-girlfriend, Xu. The unusual legal case, which has gained significant attention, centers on the couple's tumultuous relationship. Li and Xu had been in a stable relationship since 2018 until 2020, when Li discovered that Xu had an affair with his nephew. The revelation led to a breakup, but Xu later transferred a large sum of money

Nikita Singhania, the estranged wife of techie Atul Subhash, was arrested by Bengaluru police in Gurugram after being accused of abetting his suicide. Atul Subhash, aged 34, was found dead at his Bengaluru home, leaving behind a suicide note and a video accusing Nikita and her family of cruelty and dowry harassment. Nikita, along with her mother and brother, initially evaded arrest by constantly changing locations and using WhatsApp for communication. However, a single phone call by

Senior advocate Mahesh Jethmalani has demanded a police case against Congress leader Sonia Gandhi over her association with the Forum of Democratic Leaders - Asia Pacific (FDL-AP), which allegedly supports the secession of Jammu and Kashmir from India. Jethmalani argues that by co-presiding over the forum, which is funded by George Soros’ foundation, Sonia Gandhi is linked to a platform that advocates for Kashmir's independence, a stance he deems criminal under the Unlawful Activiti

A heartbreaking incident has come to light involving Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash, who recently took his own life after allegedly being extorted by his estranged wife and her family. His family has filed a police complaint accusing his wife, her family members, and a judge of abetment of suicide. Atul, in a recorded 80-minute video and a 24-page suicide note, accused his wife, Nikita Singhania, and her family of extorting crores of rupees from him, beyond his financial capacity. He

Axis Securities Ltd has entered into a settlement with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) agreeing to pay a sum of Rs. 14.62 lakh to resolve charges of front-running activities. SEBI's investigation uncovered that Vikrant Bhimrao Kadam, a dealer at Axis Securities, colluded with his associate Mandar Ulhas Bhatkar to execute trades ahead of orders from SVI Consolidated Pvt Ltd, their major client. These trades were made in both the equity and derivatives segments of the Nati

A major legal battle is unfolding as Gautam Adani, the Indian business magnate, and several of his associates face a $265 million bribery charge in the United States. This indictment, which also implicates his nephew Sagar Adani and executives from an Indian renewable-energy company, is raising significant questions about the extraterritorial application of US laws, especially since those involved do not reside in the US. Prominent Indian-American attorney Ravi Batra highlighted the

Posani Krishna Murali, known for his controversial and offensive language during the YCP tenure, has announced his retirement from politics, citing personal reasons and the well-being of his family. Previously, Posani was vocal in his criticisms of political figures like Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan, even making offensive remarks about Kalyan’s daughter. His remarks led to significant backlash, and during the YCP government’s five-year term, his verbal assaults became a recu

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has announced his resignation just a month before the crucial Delhi Assembly elections, marking an unusual move in the political landscape. Kejriwal, who was recently released on bail after spending nearly six months in Tihar Jail in connection with the Delhi Liquor case, made the startling announcement during a meeting with his party cadres. He vowed to step down from his position within the next 48 hours, promising to return to office on

Mumbai-based actress Kadambati Jetwani has recently become a significant topic in Andhra Pradesh’s political landscape due to her allegations of abuse and torture by certain YCP leaders, allegedly supported by the Andhra Pradesh police during YCP’s tenure. Jetwani's accusations have led to a serious response from the Andhra Pradesh government, which has directed the state police department to expedite the investigation into the matter. In a significa

In a notable twist in the TDP office vandalism case, several YCP leaders including Lella Appireddy, Talasila Raghuram, and Devineni Avinash have resorted to a famous dialogue from Jr NTR’s movie Adhurs — "Telidu… Gurthuledu… Marchipoya" (don’t know, forgot, don’t recall) — during their police investigation. This dialogue has humorously yet significantly become a part of their defense strategy. The Supreme Court had earlier directe

In the ongoing Kolkata hospital rape-murder case, the Supreme Court’s fresh scrutiny has significantly intensified the BJP's demand for the resignation of Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal. The court's focus on alleged lapses in the police investigation, including a missing postmortem challan and the 14-hour delay in filing the First Information Report (FIR), has fueled calls for accountability. The Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, emphasized the importance of the

The KCR household is experiencing a touching reunion following K Kavitha’s recent release on bail from Tihar jail, where she had been detained in connection with the Delhi Liquor scam case. After spending over 160 days away from her family, Kavitha’s return has brought immense relief and joy. Her emotional visit to her father, Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), at his Erravalli farmhouse was a poignant moment captured on video, showing Kavitha falling at her father's f

In a noteworthy development in the Delhi liquor policy case, the Supreme Court has questioned the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) approach, particularly their reliance on statements from former accused individuals who have turned approvers. Justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan expressed concerns about fairness, noting that these statements alone cannot be the

The catastrophic reactor blast at Escientia Pharma in Atchyuthapuram SEZ, Anakapalle, has claimed the lives of 18 workers, marking one of the most devastating pharma accidents in Andhra Pradesh this decade. The explosion has left 20 others injured, and the incident has raised serious concerns about the safety protocols at the plant. In response to the tragedy, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has announced a substantial ex-gratia payment of Rs 1 crore to each victim's famil

The recent rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor at a Kolkata government hospital has led to intense scrutiny and a high-profile investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The victim’s parents have petitioned the Calcutta High Court, alleging that the autopsy revealed a significant amount of semen in their daughter's body—150 mg—suggesting gang-rape. The postmortem report confirmed strangulation as the cause of death, along with numerous injury marks i

Former YCP minister Jogi Ramesh has encountered significant legal troubles following a police summons related to an attack on Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s residence. This development comes as Jogi Ramesh faces questions about his involvement in the attack, including who accompanied him and the identities of those who orchestrated it. The police are keen to establish the extent of Ramesh’s involvement and his role in the attack. In addition to the police summons,

The opposition parties have repeatedly been fuming over the YSR Congress government in Andhra Pradesh claiming that AP has become the drug capital of India under Jagan's regime. Today's ground-breaking news update has claimed that the CBI seized a massive 25,000-kilogram drug consignment in Vizag.  Chandrababu Naidu and Nara Lokes swiftly sprung to action as they fumed on CM Jagan for the alleged big-scale drug bust that happened off the shores of Vizag. 

The Delhi Liquor Policy case that has been in investigation phase for nearly a year now took a steep curve as the chief minister of Delhi, ARvind Kejriwal was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate a short while ago.  The ED sleuths reached Kejriwal's residence earlier and carried out a search operation before arresting the CM upon an intimation to the governor. Kejriwal was arrested by the ED over money-laundering allegations in connection with the Delhi Liquor