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The Orissa High Court denied bail to BJD leader Dillip Kumar Nayak, arrested in a multi-crore cheating case. Justice Satapathy cited serious financial impropriety and the ongoing investigation, noting it's too early to deem the case civil. Nayak faces allegations of duping an investor of over Rs 15 crore in a real estate venture.

US authorities are reportedly moving to end fraud cases against Gautam Adani, with the Department of Justice potentially dropping criminal charges and the SEC nearing a settlement in its civil case. This development could offer a significant legal reprieve for the billionaire and the Adani Group, which has been facing regulatory scrutiny.

The Bareilly Zone Police brought together more than 100 social media influencers from nine districts for their ground-breaking 'Creators for Change Summit 2026'. This event's mission was to champion the cause of thoughtful content creation, inspiring influencers to focus on building community values rather than mere popularity.

Stocks of several Adani Group firms, including Adani Enterprises, Adani Green, Adani Power, Adani Ports, Adani Energy and Adani Total Gas, rose by as much as 3.5% after the case was effectively closed the securities and wire alleged fraud case in New York.

Indian consumers now have a streamlined path to justice for defective products and poor services. The Consumer Protection Act, 2019, empowers individuals to file complaints with consumer commissions, bypassing lengthy civil court procedures. Cases are categorized by value, with online filing available, offering a swift resolution for grievances.

Judge Marcus became an unexpected viral topic after Clavicular’s Miami courtroom hearing clips spread online. Social media users joked that the Florida judge “mogged” the streamer during the case linked to the Everglades livestream controversy. While fans debated facial symmetry scores online, Clavicular accepted a plea deal that helped him avoid jail time but came with several legal conditions.

A Dhanbad hospital owner has filed a complaint against Deepankar Nath, alleging he was defrauded of Rs 15 lakh. Nath reportedly promised hospital empanelment and regulatory approvals from various agencies, providing forged certificates. The fraud was uncovered when a PCPNDT certificate was found to be fake.

Tenants facing issues with security deposit refunds after vacating flats can find recourse. Landlords cannot arbitrarily withhold funds; deductions must be for genuine damages or unpaid dues. The Model Tenancy Act proposes limits on deposits. If disputes arise, tenants should document everything, send formal notices, and consider mediation before legal action.

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Business in India can turn personal very fast. Sometimes, one soured partnership is all it takes for the police to enter the story

In a major relief to producer Boney Kapoor and daughters Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor, the Madras High Court has dismissed a civil suit filed over a Chennai property that was purchased in the name of late actress Sridevi in 1988. The case revolved around a 2.70-acre land parcel in Sholinganallur, Chennai. The plaintiffs had claimed to be the legal heirs of late MC Chandrasekaran and sought partition rights over the property.

A New Jersey firm, Royal Sovereign, has been fined $8 million and ordered to pay over $395,000 in restitution for concealing dangerously defective air conditioners linked to over 40 fires and one fatality. The company knowingly sold thousands of units with a faulty motor, leading to a recall and a guilty plea for violating consumer safety laws.

Elon Musk will pay a $1.5 billion fine to settle SEC allegations of defrauding Twitter shareholders. The settlement resolves a seven-year legal battle stemming from Musk's delayed disclosure of his growing stake in the social media company in 2022. This penalty, though termed 'modest' by some, aims to deter future violations.

But Vivek’s rise, if things go according to plan he might become the third Indian-origin governor of an American state after Bobby Jindal and Nikki Haley, is not just a litmus test of an Indian-American’s success story in US politics. It is a test of how far the MAGA tent will accommodate a brown non-Christian man and also how far an Indian-American can go in Trump’s America.