Ismail Haniyeh, a prominent Hamas leader, was killed in a targeted Israeli missile strike in Tehran. His assassination, amidst ongoing conflict and recent attacks in Gaza and Beirut, marks a significant escalation. Haniyeh’s political career, shaped by a lifetime of activism and leadership, has left

The Bombay High Court recently refused to quash an FIR filed under Section 498-A against Hardik Shah and his family, accused of subjecting his wife to cruelty. The complaint included allegations of being forced to perform household chores and report them via WhatsApp video calls. The court found the

The IOS Sports & Entertainment, managing Manu Bhaker, has taken legal action against several brands using her photos and videos in congratulatory ads without sponsorship. Neerav Tomar, MD of IOS Sports & Entertainment, highlighted that this unauthorized “moment marketing” is illegal, and legal notic

The Uttar Pradesh Vidhan Sabha has recently passed the Unlawful Conversion of Religion (Amendment) Bill, 2024, marking a significant shift in the state’s approach to religious conversions. The bill introduces harsh penalties, including life imprisonment for the most severe cases, such as deceptive m

The hospitalization of a Palestinian prisoner, following severe abuse by Israeli soldiers, has ignited violent protests in Israel. Far-right Knesset members and civilians are clashing with military police, shamelessly defending the accused soldiers. This incident exposes the brutal conditions in Isr

The Supreme Court of India ruled that enrolment fees for advocates cannot exceed Rs.750 for general category and Rs.125 for SC/ST. The Court held that additional charges under various heads must be considered part of the enrolment fee and are not permissible beyond the statutory limits set by Sectio

A verbal battle has erupted between Israel and Turkey after President Erdogan threatened military intervention in Gaza. Israeli and Turkish officials exchanged harsh accusations, drawing historical comparisons to figures like Saddam Hussein and Adolf Hitler. This war of words, fueled by a ten-month

The Kerala High Court ruled that the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006 supersedes the Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act, 1937, emphasizing that citizenship takes precedence over religion. The Court declared all Indian citizens, regardless of religion, must adhere to laws prohibitin

The ASEAN summit, concluding on Saturday and chaired by Laos’ Foreign Minister Saleumxay Kommasith, addressed critical regional issues including the Myanmar humanitarian crisis and South China Sea tensions. The discussions involved representatives from the US, Russia, and China and highlighted ASEAN

The Paris Olympics faced more controversy when a provocative play reimagined ‘The Last Supper,’ depicting Jesus as a woman and the apostles as queer and transgender individuals. This portrayal sparked public outrage, particularly among Christians. Paris organizers defended the show as a commentary o

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India addressed civil appeals filed by former Uttar Pradesh Roadways employees seeking pensionary benefits. Emphasizing adherence to relevant rules or schemes, the Court clarified that employees under the Provident Fund Scheme and not holding pensionable

International Tiger Day, celebrated on July 29, underscores the urgent need for tiger conservation. From a population of 100,000 a century ago to around 4,000 today, tigers face severe threats from habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflict. This year’s theme emphasizes global efforts to pr

At least 25 people were killed and dozens wounded in an attack by Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the city of El-Fasher in western Darfur. Local activists accused the RSF of indiscriminately targeting civilians, but the RSF denied involvement. The attack exacerbates an ongoing humanitarian cri

Chinese swimmer Fei Liwei was caught in a doping scandal involving 22 other athletes in 2021 before the Tokyo Summer Games. She denied the allegations, claiming unfair targeting. Eleven athletes implicated are now in the Paris 2024 Olympics. China attributes the issue to accidental contamination, wh

A PhD proposal on Kashmir’s ethnography and politics led South Asian University (SAU) in New Delhi to issue a show-cause notice to the scholar and start a disciplinary inquiry against the supervisor. The proposal was approved by the supervisor, Sasanka Perera, before being sent to the Dean of Social

The Paris Olympics 2024, promising unity and excellence, faces controversy as French sprinter Sounkamba Sylla alleges she was barred from the opening ceremony due to her hijab. This claim ignites debate on religious freedom and Olympic spirit, challenging France’s secular laws and drawing criticism

Recent events involving Kanwariyas during the annual Kanwar Yatra have led to several violent incidents in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Attacks and vandalism by the devotees in Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Haridwar, and Saharanpur have raised serious concerns about public safety. Despite police interven

The Calcutta High Court recently held that Section 354A of the Indian Penal Code, which pertains to sexual harassment, cannot be applied to women as it specifically begins with “a man.” Justice Ajay Kumar Gupta emphasized that the provision is gender-specific and only men can be prosecuted under it.

The Supreme Court, through a Division Bench comprising Justices Ahsanuddin Amanullah and Ajay Rastogi, allowed an appeal challenging the High Court of Madras’ judgment that had rejected the premature release of an appellant by the State of Tamil Nadu. The Court granted the benefit of premature relea

The IOC approved the Netherlands’ inclusion of convicted rapist Steven Van de Velde in the Paris Games. Van de Velde, who served 13 months of a four-year sentence for raping a 12-year-old girl, has sparked outrage, with a petition calling for his exclusion gaining nearly 90,000 signatures.

Just hours before the Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony, arson attacks on France’s high-speed railway network disrupted travel, preventing many spectators from reaching Paris. Fires near key rail lines caused significant disruptions, and the French Prime Minister condemned the coordinated sabotag

After a two-and-a-half-year ordeal, the U.S. skating team has been awarded gold medals for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics following Kamila Valieva’s doping scandal. The Court of Arbitration for Sport upheld Valieva’s four-year suspension, dismissing Russia’s appeal. Special medal ceremonies will b

On Thursday, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel pardoned former BJP MLA Uday Bhan Karwariya’s life sentence for the 1996 murder of SP MLA Jawahar Yadav. The release, recommended by the Prayagraj Senior Superintendent of Police and District Magistrate for good behavior, was granted under Article

In a significant relief to over 50,000 people residing on “encroached” railway land near Haldwani railway station in Uttarakhand, the Supreme Court of India has mandated the creation of a rehabilitation scheme. The SC emphasized a humane approach while addressing the issue, directing authorities to

The Supreme Court of India is addressing the Muzaffarnagar student slapping case, urging Uttar Pradesh to find a sponsor for the victim’s education. The case involves a teacher who incited students to slap a Muslim classmate, leading to a PIL by activist Tushar Gandhi. The court has emphasized the n