Lower house passes amendments curbing states power to tax mineralsLok Sabha passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, curbing states' powers to impose taxes and cess ...
12 Aug, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
Lindsay Clancy Trial: Did she confess? What happens if jury is hung or she is found not guilty? Latest court updateLindsay Clancy’s murder trial could end with a conviction, a not-guilty verdict based on criminal responsibility, or a hung jury. Here’s wh...
12 Aug, 2026, 12.29 PM IST
- Trump says ‘jihadists’, communists being elected ahead of US midterms
President Trump is framing upcoming midterm elections as a choice. He claims Democrats embrace radicalism and jihadism, which he believes i...
11 Aug, 2026, 05.00 PM IST
SC asks special court to conclude trial in UAPA case within one yearIn a pivotal ruling, the Supreme Court has directed a special court to wrap up a radicalization trial related to alleged ISIS propaganda di...
11 Aug, 2026, 01.43 PM IST
- Mines Act update proposes to curb states' tax powers
The Centre has proposed limiting states’ powers to impose taxes, cess and other levies on mineral rights and mineral-bearing land, seeking ...
11 Aug, 2026, 01.10 AM IST
Supreme Court moves to assess need for more commercial courtsThe Supreme Court is requesting vital statistics on commercial litigation trends to assist in establishing new commercial courts in several...
11 Aug, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
Ex WFI chief case: Court calls it politically motivated, says two wrestlers testified allegations made under pressureAccording to the copy of the judgement acquitting Singh, seen by PTI, the court also questioned how the complainants mentioned the "wrong c...
10 Aug, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
Centre proposes to curb powers of states to tax mineralsThe central government is poised to restrict state authority concerning taxation on mining activities. This initiative aims to enhance the ...
10 Aug, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
Tarun Tejpal’s daughter links conviction to his investigative journalismTarun Tejpal's daughter claims his conviction stems from his investigative journalism work. She believes the rape allegation was used to si...
09 Aug, 2026, 08.42 AM IST
Centre opposes 'creamy layer' for SC/ST reservation in Supreme Court, citing legal precedentThe Centre has informed the Supreme Court that the creamy layer principle does not apply to SC and ST reservations. It stated that previous...
06 Aug, 2026, 09.09 PM IST
Will challenge conviction in 2013 sexual assault case in Supreme Court, says Tarun TejpalTarun Tejpal will appeal the Bombay High Court's conviction in a 2013 sexual assault case. The High Court overturned his acquittal by a Goa...
06 Aug, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
SC reserves verdict on whether 2-child policy requires reconsiderationThe Supreme Court has reserved its verdict on a plea challenging Maharashtra's two-child norm. This norm disqualifies individuals with more...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.14 AM IST
US Supreme Court won't halt $655 million judgment against Palestinians over attacksUS Justice Sonia Sotomayor declined to halt a large damage award against Palestinian authorities. This judgment stems from a civil lawsuit ...
04 Aug, 2026, 08.27 AM IST
Brij Bhushan Singh's acquittal 'deeply disturbing', says complainants' counsel Rebecca JohnA Delhi court has acquitted former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. Six women wrestlers had filed sexual harassment complaints against ...
03 Aug, 2026, 06.48 PM IST
SC summons Arunachal chief secretary, home secretary over alleged non-cooperation in CBI probe linked to CM Pema Khandu's kinSupreme Court summoned Arunachal Pradesh officials regarding CBI probe non-cooperation. The court directed them to explain their lack of as...
03 Aug, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
SC says Centre must ensure every road has encroachment-free space for walkingThe Supreme Court has directed the Centre to ensure pedestrian spaces on all roads. Authorities must demarcate and keep these walking areas...
03 Aug, 2026, 11.45 AM IST
Supreme Court of the United States asked to freeze $656 million verdict — Why Palestinian authority warns of West Bank falloutPalestinian authorities have asked the US Supreme Court to halt a $656 million judgment. This massive award stems from deadly attacks which...
31 Jul, 2026, 10.32 PM IST