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Supreme Court Orders 7-Day Judicial Training After Serious Lapses in Rs 1.9 Crore Fraud Case
Sep 30, 2025 10:23 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has mandated special training for two judicial officers after finding "serious lapses" in their handling of bail orders in a Rs 1.9 crore fraud case. The judges who granted bail to an accused couple despite prior court denials must undergo a week-long training program at Delhi Judicial Academy, highlighting unprecedented judicial accountability measures by the apex court. The case involved allegations of land transfer fraud against a couple who failed to honor mediation commitments after securing years of interim protection.
Former IAS Probationer's Mother Manorama Khedkar Granted Interim Bail in Kidnapping Case
Sep 30, 2025 10:00 pm CST
Manorama Khedkar, mother of ex-IAS probationer Puja Khedkar, has received interim bail until October 13 in a kidnapping case from a Navi Mumbai court. The case stems from a road rage incident where a truck cleaner was allegedly abducted and taken to the family's Pune property. Police continue gathering evidence while Khedkar claims false implication.
India's Suicide Crisis: 1.7 Lakh Deaths in 2023 with Family Problems and Illness as Leading Causes
Sep 30, 2025 09:53 pm CST
According to the latest NCRB report, India recorded 171,418 suicides in 2023, a 0.3% increase from 2022. Family problems (31.9%) and illness (19%) were the major causes, with Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Madhya Pradesh reporting the highest numbers. Young adults between 18-45 years were most vulnerable, while housewives constituted over half of female victims. The national suicide rate stands at 12.3 per lakh population, with Andaman & Nicobar Islands recording the highest regional rate.
Bihar Final Electoral Roll Released After Special Intensive Revision: 18 Lakh Voters Added
Sep 30, 2025 09:08 pm CST
The Election Commission has completed Bihar's Special Intensive Revision process, adding 18 lakh voters to the final electoral roll ahead of Assembly elections. Despite Opposition criticism and ongoing Supreme Court scrutiny, the revision concludes with 7.42 crore registered voters, following the first such exercise in 22 years. The Election Commission will visit Bihar in early October, with election dates expected shortly thereafter.
India Invokes Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty with Singapore to Investigate Assam Singer Zubeen Garg's Death
Sep 30, 2025 09:00 pm CST
The Assam government has initiated a formal investigation into the drowning death of renowned singer Zubeen Garg in Singapore, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announcing that India has invoked the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty with Singapore to facilitate the investigation. A 10-member Special Investigation Team has been formed, while over 60 FIRs have been filed in connection with the tragic incident that occurred during a yacht trip prior to Garg's scheduled performance at the North East India Festival.
Adani Electricity Provides 653 Temporary Power Connections for Mumbai's Durga Puja and Navratri Celebrations
Sep 30, 2025 08:58 pm CST
Adani Electricity has successfully installed 653 temporary power connections for Durga Puja and Navratri pandals across Mumbai, ensuring uninterrupted electricity supply during the festive season. The company has implemented comprehensive safety guidelines and deployed quick response teams to maintain reliable power delivery while emphasizing electrical safety for all celebrations.
Ancient Karnataka: Prehistoric Settlement Discovered with Stone Tools and 3000 BCE Bison Petroglyphs
Sep 30, 2025 08:57 pm CST
Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of prehistoric human settlement in Karnataka's Vijayanagara district, featuring Mesolithic stone tools, Neolithic artifacts, and remarkable petroglyphs including a 3-foot bison carving dated around 3000 BCE. These findings along the Hagari river suggest continuous human habitation spanning multiple prehistoric periods.
The Legacy of Dr. Manmohan Singh: How His Library Restored Congress's Historical Connection
Sep 30, 2025 08:45 pm CST
The article explores how the establishment of the Dr. Manmohan Singh Research Centre and Library has reconnected the Congress Party with its historical archives and literary heritage. Initiated by Sonia Gandhi and formally launched in 2025, this comprehensive library houses works from diverse political voices, reflecting Singh's inclusive worldview while preserving Congress's rich political legacy after the party lost its original archives in the 1969 split.
Tamil Nadu Tragedy: Actor Vijay Confronts Chief Minister Stalin After Deadly Rally Stampede Claims 41 Lives
Sep 30, 2025 08:41 pm CST
Actor-turned-politician Vijay has challenged Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin in his first public address since a tragic stampede killed 41 people at his TVK party rally in Karur. Amid growing political tensions and accusations of negligence, Vijay denied wrongdoing while the DMK government has filed multiple cases against his party leadership, setting the stage for intensified rivalry ahead of next year's state elections.
Bihar Student Weds Teacher Against Family Wishes: Couple Appeals for Protection in Viral Video
Sep 30, 2025 08:37 pm CST
In Bihar, India, a coaching center student married her teacher-turned-police officer despite strong family opposition. The couple, who eloped and wed at a temple, released a viral video appealing for acceptance and protection, with the young woman affirming her legal right to choose her partner as an adult over 18 years old. Local police are investigating to ensure the couple is not under duress.