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This is India, says minister Laxmi Hebbalkar; assures action in land case

Taking a hard stance, Bahrain has issued life sentences to three men accused of colluding with Iran's Revolutionary Guards. Additionally, more than 20 others face up to 10 years behind bars for activities such as unauthorized filming and spreading banned statements. These sentences highlight Bahrain's intensified efforts to curb pro-Iran influences within the Gulf.

Puts ADM’s Rejection On Hold

‘Parents Can Take Legal Steps to Stop Child Marriage’

A tip-off about a Hindu woman observing Ramzan fasts at a TCS Nashik BPO unit triggered a police investigation. Undercover operations led to arrests of seven employees amid allegations of sexual exploitation, religious coercion, and workplace harassment. TCS has suspended employees and launched an internal probe.

SIR may result in 27L people in Bengal losing their right to vote in this election, without getting a timely hearing. This is not just a matter of administrative complications. It strikes at the heart of the compact ordinary Indians have with elections

Even after three terms as CM, Mamata’s core politics hasn’t changed: indefatigable, streetfighting, ‘subaltern’ leader, who has a keen sense of political theatre. It’s also her biggest strength as she faces the toughest challenge of her political career

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma is building a powerful personal brand, blending welfare schemes with a strong anti-migrant stance. His "jati, mati, bheti" pitch and focus on indigenous identity are central to his campaign, aiming for a bigger victory than ever before. Sarma's approach, though praised for development, is also criticized for divisive politics.

The Supreme Court’s latest Sabarimala hearing is no longer only about women’s entry into one temple. It could shape how Indian courts handle future clashes between religious freedom, denominational rights, equality, dignity and the Constitution’s promise of non-exclusion

The Allahabad High Court affirmed that interfaith live-in relationships are legal and do not violate any laws, granting protection to a couple facing threats from the woman's family. The court emphasized that such unions are protected under fundamental rights, including the right to life and personal liberty, and no discrimination based on religion is permissible.

The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly has admitted a private member's bill aimed at protecting current land leaseholders. This move faces strong opposition, with critics alleging it benefits wealthy stakeholders, particularly hotel owners in Gulmarg. The bill seeks to counter recent rules that bar lease extensions and mandate auctions.

A peace appeal from the Muslim community in Uttam Nagar aims to ensure justice for victim Tarun and prevent communal tension following his death on Holi. Sixteen people have been arrested, with authorities maintaining heightened security and monitoring social media to curb rumors ahead of Navratri.

New York City's Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces political backlash over artwork by his wife, First Lady Rama Duwaji, published alongside an essay by Susan Abulhawa. Abulhawa's controversial statements about Israel and Hamas have drawn criticism, prompting Mamdani to condemn her rhetoric. The incident raises questions about vetting processes and Duwaji's past social media activity.

Hastsal village in Delhi is under heavy security following a fatal Holi incident. Police and paramilitary forces have restricted movement, creating an uneasy silence where festive preparations usually thrive. Despite the tension, residents emphasize that communal harmony remains strong, with locals working to counter rumors of migration and fearmongering.

The actor's visits to Kedarnath have drawn attention after the temple panel said non-Hindus must submit an affidavit declaring faith, bringing into focus new entry conditions at key Hindu shrines ahead of the Char Dham Yatra

Tension flared in Khandwa after a controversial social media post about a religious cleric led to protests outside a police station. The situation escalated, resulting in a lathicharge to disperse the crowd and the arrest of several individuals, including those accused of assaulting a woman.

Police in Saharanpur have registered an FIR against unidentified members of the Hindu Raksha Dal for allegedly defacing a sound barrier on the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway with a message targeting Muslims. An NHAI employee filed the complaint after local residents reported the graffiti. A video circulating online appears to show a group taking responsibility for the act.

Delivering its judgment in a batch of 12 writ petitions, the Allahabad High Court recently held that the law cannot discriminate on the basis of faith, and unequivocally affirmed that the State has no authority to ‘veto’ the personal lives of its citizens

The book launch of author and ex-minister Nafees Fazal’s Breaking Barriers: The Story of a Liberal Muslim Woman’s Passage in Indian Politics was held in Bengaluru last Friday.

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has directed the state government to protect an interfaith couple in Gwalior from threats to their lives. The couple, despite facing opposition due to religious differences, seeks to register their marriage under the Special Marriage Act with necessary police protection.

Chhattisgarh High Court dismissed a habeas corpus plea for a Bangladeshi woman and her son, ruling their detention at Nari Niketan lawful and welfare-oriented. The court emphasized habeas corpus applies only to illegal detention, not statutory or protective custody pending deportation of the unauthorized foreign national.