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Second Woman Files Sexual Assault Case Against Kerala MLA Rahul Mamkootathil as Congress Takes Swift Action
Dec 03, 2025 02:39 am CST
A 23-year-old woman has filed a new sexual assault complaint against missing Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, alleging exploitation under false marriage promises. The Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee immediately forwarded the complaint to police authorities, while Mamkootathil remains untraceable following earlier rape and forced abortion charges. The suspended legislator faces multiple sections under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and IT Act as Congress leadership emphasizes their commitment to proper investigation rather than protecting party members.
Bombay High Court Rejects Death Penalty Plea in Pallavi Purkayastha Murder Case
Nov 10, 2025 09:30 pm CST
The Bombay High Court has dismissed petitions seeking death penalty for security guard Sajjad Pathan, who was convicted of murdering lawyer Pallavi Purkayastha in 2012. The court upheld the life imprisonment sentence, rejecting both the enhancement plea filed by the victim's father and Maharashtra government, as well as Pathan's appeal challenging his conviction. The case gained notoriety when Pathan absconded during parole in 2016 before being recaptured in 2017.
Delhi Police Cracks Engineer's Murder Case Using CCTV 'Hoodie Clue' – Complete Investigation Details
Nov 07, 2025 02:06 am CST
Delhi Police solved the murder of 59-year-old Delhi Jal Board engineer Suresh Kumar Rathi by tracking a suspect wearing a distinctive hoodie captured on CCTV. The investigation revealed a premeditated crime by a history-sheeter named Bunty, who had established contact with the victim days before the October 31 murder. Police recovered stolen jewelry and cash after apprehending the suspect following extensive surveillance across multiple Delhi locations.
Mother and Partner Arrested for Killing 3-Year-Old Daughter and Framing Others in Uttar Pradesh
Oct 04, 2025 11:00 pm CST
Police in Bulandshahr, UP have arrested a woman and her lover for the murder of her 3-year-old daughter Divyanshi. The couple allegedly killed the child who they considered an "obstacle" and then attempted to frame local residents by filing a false kidnapping report. Investigators discovered the child's body in a canal the same day the complaint was filed.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs Faces Sentencing with Potential 11-Year Prison Term for Mann Act Violations
Oct 04, 2025 01:54 am CST
Sean "Diddy" Combs faces sentencing on Mann Act violations after being convicted of transporting individuals across state lines for sexual encounters. While prosecutors seek an 11-year prison sentence, his children emotionally pleaded for leniency, claiming their father has transformed during his pre-trial detention. The case featured testimony from former partners describing patterns of abuse, violence, and coercion throughout their relationships with the hip-hop mogul.
"Time Has Come To Decriminalise Defamation": Supreme Court's Big Remark
Sep 22, 2025 04:53 pm CST
The Supreme Court on Monday remarked in favour of decriminalising the offence of defamation while hearing a case against online news portal 'The Wire' filed by Amita Singh, a retired teacher from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).
BMW Crash: No Legal Provision To Share CCTV Footage With Accused, Says Court
Sep 19, 2025 02:22 am CST
A Delhi court on Thursday said there was no legal provision allowing sharing of CCTV footage with the accused in a criminal case.
Madras High Court Slams Officials For Failing To Stop Caste Discrimination At Karur Temple
Sep 18, 2025 01:45 am CST
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has pulled up district authorities for failing to ensure Scheduled Caste devotees' right to worship at the Chinnatharapuram Mariamman Temple in Karur district.