personal liberty

The Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera, deeming allegations against Assam CM's wife and her counter-allegations politically motivated. The court emphasized personal liberty, stating custodial interrogation wasn't warranted given the political overtones of the dispute.

The Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera, setting aside the Gauhati High Court's order. The apex court emphasized balancing individual liberty with the state's interest in investigation, noting the allegations appeared politically motivated. Khera must cooperate with the probe and appear when summoned.

The Bombay High Court has nullified money laundering proceedings against former Goa Chief Ministers Digambar Kamat and Churchill Alemao. The court ruled that the Enforcement Directorate failed to secure mandatory prior sanction from the government to prosecute the public functionaries. This decision quashes the special court's cognizance of the offense and subsequent summons issued to the accused.

The Orissa High Court has declared that informing arrestees of the grounds for their arrest is a mandatory constitutional and legal requirement, not a mere formality. This significant ruling led to the bail of five individuals accused in a cyber-crime case due to serious procedural lapses in their arrest.

In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court has approved anticipatory bail for Congress leader Pawan Khera, addressing a case brought forth by the wife of Assam’s Chief Minister. The court criticized the High Court’s earlier bail denial, highlighting its political implications and insufficient reasoning for Khera’s custody.

The US State Department is releasing a limited batch of commemorative passports for America's 250th birthday, featuring Donald Trump's image and signature. These special passports, available soon at the Washington D.C. office, will have design changes but retain security features. Standard passports will continue to be issued elsewhere.

The Orissa High Court has declared that informing an accused of the grounds of arrest is a mandatory legal and constitutional requirement, not an empty formality. This significant ruling led to the bail of five individuals accused in a cyber crime case due to serious procedural lapses in their arrest.

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar's defamation suit against Santosh Kumar has concluded with an apology from Kumar. Kumar had accused Dhar's film 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' of script plagiarism. The Bombay High Court accepted Kumar's apology, disposing of the case. Kumar retains the right to pursue his script claims legally.

Karan Anshuman's 'Glory' on Netflix delves into Haryana's boxing scene, exposing the dark politics and obsessive ambition behind Olympic dreams. The series masterfully blends crime and sports drama, focusing on a fractured family's conflict driven by a father's relentless pursuit of success. It explores societal issues and ends with a shocking twist, setting up a compelling second season.

The cricket board has taken exception to the presence of unauthorised persons in team dugouts and hotels as well team owners' interactions with players and match officials.

India's maternity law has been significantly reformed by the Supreme Court, striking down a discriminatory three-month age limit for adoptive mothers' leave. This landmark ruling recognizes that the crucial bonding period for adopted children isn't bound by a strict timeline, ensuring substantive justice and dignity for all mothers. The judgment champions a broader understanding of parenthood and caregiving.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have finalized a July 3 wedding date in New York City, but the venue remains undisclosed, even to invited guests. Experts suggest locations ranging from luxury hotels to Liberty Island, with secrecy driven by security and scale. The event’s timing near Independence Day adds symbolism, while New York’s significance to both figures shapes the decision.

Nine police officers received death sentences for the brutal custodial murder of father-son Jayaraj and Bennix in 2020. Despite the verdict, questions linger about the accountability of the magistrate who remanded the victims and the doctor who certified them fit, despite severe injuries. This case highlights systemic failures in protecting detainees' rights.