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Kerala Court Condemns Police for Arresting Man Over 10ml of Liquor: "Not a Banana Republic"
Nov 04, 2025 09:44 pm CST
A Kerala court has strongly criticized local police for arresting and jailing a man for possessing just 10ml of liquor, describing the action as inappropriate in "the world's largest democracy." The case highlights concerns about excessive enforcement of Kerala's liquor laws, where individuals can legally possess up to 3 liters of Indian Made Foreign Liquor without a permit.
Former Bihar MLA Anant Singh Arrested in Connection with Jan Suraaj Supporter's Murder: Complete Investigation Details
Nov 02, 2025 05:39 pm CST
Bihar's DGP Vinay Kumar explains the three-day delay in arresting former MLA Anant Singh for the murder of Jan Suraaj supporter Dular Chand Yadav, revealing that authorities were awaiting post-mortem results that showed death from cardiorespiratory failure caused by blunt force trauma. The political clash occurred during campaign activities in Mokama, with Singh now facing judicial custody ahead of Bihar's November elections.
Court Rejects Bail for Durgapur Gang Rape Accused and Orders Fast Track Trial in Medical College Assault Case
Oct 31, 2025 09:34 pm CST
A Durgapur court has rejected bail applications for two of six accused in the gang rape of a medical student and ordered a fast track trial. The comprehensive chargesheet includes charges of sexual assault, criminal conspiracy, and evidence destruction. The case will proceed at the Additional District and Sessions Court, with all accused remaining in judicial custody as the trial begins.
Sabarimala Gold Theft Case: Prime Accused Unnikrishnan Potti and Accomplice Murari Babu Sent to Judicial Custody
Oct 31, 2025 06:50 pm CST
Unnikrishnan Potti, the main suspect in the Sabarimala temple gold heist, has been transferred to judicial custody at Thiruvananthapuram Special Sub Jail despite claiming medical concerns. Fellow accused Murari Babu has also been remanded to custody as investigations continue into the theft of gold lintels from the temple. The case has drawn political attention with BJP alleging involvement of Kerala's Devaswom Minister.
Sabarimala Temple Gold Theft: Accused Unnikrishnan Potty Remanded to Judicial Custody in Kerala
Oct 30, 2025 11:53 pm CST
Unnikrishnan Potty, the main accused in the Sabarimala temple gold theft case, has been remanded to judicial custody by a Ranni court in Kerala. Potty, who faces charges related to gold theft from 'Dwarapalaka idols' and the Sreekovil door frame, requested medical assistance while in custody. The Special Investigation Team continues to investigate the case with former Sabarimala Administrative Officer B Murari Babu also in custody.
Former Chhattisgarh CM's Son Denied Bail in Multi-Crore Liquor Scam Investigation
Oct 29, 2025 03:42 pm CST
A special court in Raipur has rejected bail for Chaitanya Baghel, son of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, in connection with an alleged Rs 2,000 crore liquor scam. The Enforcement Directorate has accused him of laundering money through shell companies while the investigation reaches a crucial stage.
Chennai Bike Taxi Driver Arrested for Sexual Assault of 22-Year-Old Woman
Oct 29, 2025 03:20 pm CST
A 22-year-old woman was sexually assaulted by a bike taxi driver named Sivakumar in Chennai. The incident occurred when the victim booked his service to meet a friend in Pakkikaranai. The driver has been arrested, produced before court, and remanded to judicial custody while opposition parties raise concerns about rising sexual crimes against women in Tamil Nadu.
Zubeen Garg Death Investigation: Five Accused Remanded to Extended Judicial Custody for 14 Days
Oct 28, 2025 11:33 pm CST
A Guwahati court has extended the judicial custody of five key accused in singer-composer Zubeen Garg's death investigation for 14 additional days. The accused, including Garg's personal security officers and event organizers, face serious charges following the singer's drowning in Singapore. Investigators are examining suspicious financial transactions exceeding Rs 1.1 crore potentially connected to the case as the Special Investigation Team continues gathering evidence.
Firdous Sheikh Named Primary Suspect in Durgapur Medical Student Gang Rape Case
Oct 28, 2025 06:15 pm CST
A second-year medical student from Odisha was allegedly gang raped in Durgapur, West Bengal on October 10, with Firdous Sheikh identified as the main accused. Five others, including the survivor's boyfriend and classmate, were named as co-accused, with the classmate described as the "main conspirator." All six accused have been denied bail and will remain in judicial custody until October 31.
Haryana Court Denies Bail to YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra in National Security Espionage Investigation
Oct 25, 2025 07:03 pm CST
A court in Haryana has rejected the bail application of YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra, arrested under the Official Secrets Act on espionage charges. The court cited forensic evidence, intelligence inputs, and her connections with Pakistani officials as reasons for continued detention, emphasizing that national security concerns outweigh personal circumstances in this high-profile case.