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The Enforcement Directorate has opposed Jacqueline Fernandez's bid to become an approver in the ₹200 crore money laundering case involving Sukesh Chandrashekhar. The agency argues she was a significant beneficiary and active participant, not a minor player, and her claim of being a victim is contradicted by evidence. The court has asked Fernandez to respond to these objections.

The Bombay High Court has dismissed appeals challenging the acquittal of 22 individuals in the 2005 Sohrabuddin Shaikh 'fake encounter' case. The appeals, filed by Shaikh's brothers, argued the trial was flawed. The court found no merit in the challenge, upholding the December 2018 acquittal. A detailed order is expected.

A severe thunderstorm battered Bihar on Friday, claiming seven lives and causing widespread disruption. Patna experienced heavy traffic jams, uprooted trees, and significant damage. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary announced Rs 4 lakh ex gratia for victims' families. Authorities are working on restoration, with an orange alert issued for Saturday.

The Bombay High Court has upheld the acquittal of 21 police officers and a civilian in the 2005 Sohrabuddin Shaikh fake encounter case. Appeals filed by Shaikh's brothers were dismissed, with the court finding the trial court's verdict reasoned and justified. The CBI had accepted the acquittal, not filing its own appeal.

The Bombay High Court upheld a trial court's acquittal of 21 police officers and others in the Sohrabuddin Shaikh, Kausar Bi, and Tulsiram Prajapati alleged fake encounter case. The court found the prosecution failed to establish abduction, conspiracy, or murder, deeming the evidence insufficient to overturn the initial verdict. Appeals by Shaikh's brothers were dismissed.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay, once resistant to political involvement, has now led his party, TVK, to emerge as the single-largest force in Tamil Nadu's 2026 Assembly elections. This dramatic turnaround follows a public dispute with his parents over the use of his name for political activities, highlighting a personal journey of asserting autonomy and eventually choosing his own political path.

Days before its theatrical release, Raja Shivaji has cleared a legal hurdle. The Bombay High Court on Thursday dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) that sought to stall the film over the omission of the honorific “Chhatrapati” from its title. With the court refusing to halt the film, Raja Shivaji is set to release as scheduled.

Eminent political scientist J Prabhash explains why the Congress-led alliance won so comprehensively in Kerala and why it will need to demonstrate efficiency in governance very quickly

In a heartbreaking twist of fate, Chandrashekhar Azad, a dedicated teacher at a government school, lost his life when he was struck by a reckless trailer on GT Road in Hazaribag. This tragic incident unfolded early Friday morning as he was making his way to school.

Alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar has written a handwritten letter to actor Jacqueline Fernandez, reacting to her recent move to turn approver in the ongoing Rs 200 crore money laundering case. Addressing Jacqueline with affectionate nicknames like “Baby Botta Bomma” and “My Jackie Sukesh wrote an emotional note expressing his continued support.

The Bombay High Court has dismissed a Public Interest Litigation demanding recovery of Z-plus security costs for RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat. The court questioned the motive behind the plea, which argued that public funds were misused for an "unregistered" organization. The petitioner cited a Supreme Court ruling on industrialist Mukesh Ambani's security costs being borne by his family.

A Delhi court has asked the Enforcement Directorate to respond to a plea by actor Jacqueline Fernandez to become a witness in a Rs 200 crore money laundering case. Fernandez is accused of receiving gifts worth up to Rs 7 crore from alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar, a charge she denies.

A criminal trial is not like a fairy tale where one is free to give flight to one’s imagination and fantasy, says Bombay HC CJ Shree Chandrashekhar and Justice SC Chandak.

Close associate of jailed godman Ashok Kharat and his wife were killed in a road accident on the Samruddhi Expressway. Their 14-year-old son was seriously injured. The fatal crash has sparked suspicion from opposition leaders, though police are treating it as an accident.

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Tragedy struck Sirsa village as 19-year-old Subhanshu Mandal was discovered deceased in a field on Friday. He had been missing since Thursday evening. Police are investigating the incident as a murder, citing multiple injury marks and bruises on the young man's body. His clothes were found separately, deepening the mystery.

In a strategic move to enhance healthcare in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar proudly handed out appointment letters to 4,954 newly-recruited Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs). This is a vital step towards reinforcing health services, especially in rural regions where the demand for skilled professionals is critical.