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Karnataka's Home Minister G Parameshwara faced backlash for downplaying a recent molestation incident in Bengaluru, stating such occurrences are common in large cities. The controversial remarks came as police investigate a stalker caught on CCTV, raising concerns about the safety of women in the city. Critics have condemned the minister's response as insensitive and inadequate in addressing the issue of violence against women. Full Article

The Supreme Court collegium, under the leadership of CJI Sanjiv Khanna, has implemented stricter selection criteria for High Court judges, resulting in a significant decrease in the approval rate of recommended lawyers. Previously, nearly 90% of HC collegia recommendations were accepted, but now less than 50% are successful following mandatory interviews. This change has led to a more rigorous and selective process in appointing judges to the High Courts. Full Article

BJD's internal discord over the voting on the Waqf Bill escalated as Rajya Sabha member Debashish Samantaray accused former bureaucrat V K Pandian of conspiring in the party's flip-flop on the issue, drawing criticism from party colleagues. Samantaray's allegations caused unrest within the party, with members Manas Mangaraj, Sulata Deo, Niranjan Bisi, and Subhasish Khuntia defending Pandian and urging Samantaray to address grievances internally rather than in the media. Despite Samantaray's claims, party members emphasized...

The US Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to use the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants accused of gang involvement, with the condition that they receive a court hearing before removal. The ruling, a victory for the White House, permits fast-track deportations but requires deportees to be informed and given a chance to contest their removal. The law, dating back to 1798, allows the President to detain or deport nationals of a...

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has pledged to regularize the jobs of eligible teaching and non-teaching staff affected by the SSC recruitment scam, risking jail. She assured them of alternative plans to avoid service breaks and promised to complete the process within two months. The CM's commitment to addressing the issue promptly demonstrates her dedication to supporting those impacted by the Supreme Court's verdict. Full Article

In 2009, a 10-year-old Dalit girl named Shanti was raped and murdered, leading to the conviction and death sentence of the accused in 2012, which was later reduced to life imprisonment by Allahabad HC in 2022. However, the Supreme Court, citing lack of proper legal assistance during trial, acquitted the man in 2024, raising questions about the judiciary's handling of evidence and procedures. This case highlights the need for improved training for judges, compensation for...