Caste Discrimination In Jails; Brahmins To Cook, Valmikis To Clean
This ruling followed a petition from journalist Sukanya Shanta. She highlighted the caste-based discrimination faced by inmates in 17 states. During hearings, her lawyer argued that state jail manuals discriminate against inmates when assigning work.
Supreme Court Grants Bail To Sunil Dammani In Mahadev App Case
Supreme Court granted bail to Sunil Dammani, who authorities arrested in connection with the Mahadev App money laundering case.
Supreme Court Expresses Concern Over Stubble Burning & Pollution In Delhi NCR
The Supreme Court has voiced serious concerns regarding the incidents of stubble burning and the persistent pollution problem in Delhi-NCR.
Supreme Court Upholds Life Sentences In Murder Case Of Former Bihar Minister
Supreme Court of India has upheld the life imprisonment sentences for Munna Shukla and Mantu Tiwari in the high-profile murder case of former Bihar.
Isha Foundation: SC Stays TN Police Action Against Sadhguru’s Firm
A retired professor filed a petition in Madras High Court. Professor, in plea alleged that Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev has brainwashed his well educated daughters to permanently live at Isha yoga center at Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu.
Supreme Court Acknowledges Withdrawal Of Prohibitory Orders Amid Navratri Festivities
The Centre informed the SC that the Delhi Police have lifted the prohibitory orders that restricted public gatherings in the national capital.
ED Summons Mohammed Azharuddin In HCA Money Laundering Probe
The ED has summoned Mohammed Azharuddin to testify in a money laundering investigation linked to the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA).
Calcutta HC Admits Petition Against Attack On ‘Reclaim The Night’ Protesters
In the Tollygunge area, a "Reclaim the Night" demonstration was underway when the alleged attack occurred. Protesters reported that the attack happened in plain view of police officers, who remained "mute spectators" and declined to intervene.
RG Kar Case: CBI Investigation Reveals Concerns Over Autopsy Of Murdered Doctor
CBI officials investigating the rape & murder of a junior doctor have raised concerns about the thoroughness of the autopsy & inquest reports.
Roopa Ganguly Arrested After Overnight Protest In Kolkata
Former Rajya Sabha member and actress-turned-politician Roopa Ganguly was arrested on Thursday following a night-long sit-in demonstration in front of a police station in South Kolkata. She was protesting the detention of local BJP leader Rubi Das.