A Special NIA Court in Bilaspur Today (Aug 2) granted bail to two nuns from Kerala and a tribal woman from Chhattisgarh, arrested over alleged forced conversion and human trafficking charges. The court’s decision came a week after their arrest at Durg railway station.
A Kerala Consumer Court has ordered Southern Railway to pay Rs 52,500 to five passengers who missed their temple pilgrimage due to a train delay. The court criticized the Railway’s service and emphasized the need for public transport improvements. The delay was not justified, and the passengers deserved compensation for their distress.
The Kerala government has filed a petition against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, expressing fears it may discriminate against Muslims regarding waqf property management. It seeks intervention in ongoing Supreme Court challenges, citing concerns over constitutional rights and the potential negative impact on Muslim community assets and affairs amidst support for the amendment from BJP-ruled states.
The National Investigation Agency opposed OMA Salam’s request for a 15-day custody parole to attend religious ceremonies in Kerala following his daughter’s death. While the NIA suggested a one-day visit was reasonable, the court noted the need for verification of Salam’s claims regarding the rituals. Salam is under arrest for alleged terror-related activities.