A stampede during a Royal Challengers Bangalore celebration near Chinnaswamy Stadium led to 11 deaths and 56 injuries. Karnataka’s Home Minister confirmed Advocate General Shashi Kiran Shetty will respond to the High Court regarding the tragedy. The court awaits an investigation report, addressing key questions about event permissions and management.
Retired Justice Rakesh Kumar has accused former CJI DY Chandrachud of “hyperactivity” in a bail case, leading to an official inquiry ordered by the President of India. Allegations suggest misuse of power during his tenure, raising concerns about judicial accountability and transparency. The situation prompts questions on the investigation’s seriousness against a former Chief Justice.
Anand Kurmi, detained in Madhya Pradesh, was presented in Indore court for transit custody to Meghalaya Police regarding the murder of transport businessman Raja Raghuvanshi. His wife, Sonam, allegedly hired hitmen for the crime. Four suspects, including Sonam, were arrested, with the investigation revealing a motive tied to an affair.
Abbas Ansari, former MLA and son of gangster-politician Mukhtar Ansari, was sentenced to two years in jail for hate speech during the 2022 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. He is appealing the ruling, and the next hearing is scheduled for June 21, 2025. His conviction has resulted in disqualification from his MLA position.
Ambassador Lakshmi Murdeshwar Puri, a retired diplomat and the wife of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, had taken legal action against Gokhale for the defamatory tweets. New Delhi, June 10, 2025 — Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader and Rajya Sabha MP Saket Gokhale has issued a formal apology to former Indian diplomat Ambassador Lakshmi Murdeshwar Puri […]
The Supreme Court of India ruled that a narco-analysis test cannot be conducted without an accused’s consent, reinforcing constitutional protections against self-incrimination. It emphasized that results from such tests cannot solely convict someone. The court criticized prior approvals for involuntary tests, asserting the need for safeguard measures if conducted voluntarily.
The Calcutta High Court reserved judgment on a petition challenging the West Bengal government’s financial aid scheme offering Rs. 25,000 for Group C and Rs. 20,000 for Group D employees dismissed due to the Supreme Court’s verdict on the flawed 2016 recruitment process. Legal objections questioned the scheme’s constitutionality and authority.
The Bombay High Court canceled the rustication of a Pune engineering student arrested over a social media post, noting she had not been heard before the college’s decision. The Court criticized her arrest and allowed her to take upcoming exams, emphasizing the importance of reform over punishment for young individuals.
A bomb threat email caused a lockdown at the Gujarat High Court, prompting an immediate investigation and search by security agencies. Despite fears of a hoax, authorities treated the situation seriously, sealing gates and conducting thorough checks. No suspicious items have been found, and the investigation continues to trace the email sender.
Asian News International (ANI) has filed a copyright lawsuit against YouTuber Mohak Mangal, alleging unauthorized use of its videos, leading to over four million views. The Delhi court has scheduled a hearing for the case, seeking damages and legal remedies for infringement. Mangal intends to contest the claims and seeks case transfer.
