The Supreme Court granted permission for a Central Bureau of Investigation inquiry into the controversial Twisha death case while making a notable observation on women’s safety.
Year: 2026
Assam’s Proposed UCC Bill Includes Compulsory Registration of Live-In Relationships
Assam’s draft Uniform Civil Code legislation includes provisions for mandatory registration of live-in relationships and a ban on polygamy within the state.
Supreme Court Seeks Response from Centre and NTA on NEET Paper Leak Allegations
India’s apex court asked the central government and the National Testing Agency for detailed responses to fresh allegations of paper leaks in the NEET medical entrance examination.
India Finalises Rs 3.25 Lakh Crore Deal for 114 Rafale Fighter Jets from France
The central government has reportedly approved a landmark defence procurement deal worth Rs 3.25 lakh crore to buy 114 Rafale multirole fighter jets from France.
Petrol Diesel Prices Hiked Again Marking Fourth Increase in Under Two Weeks
Petrol prices rose by approximately Rs 2.6 per litre and diesel by Rs 2.7 per litre marking the fourth successive fuel price hike in less than a fortnight.
WHO Confirms 600 Ebola Cases Across Congo and Uganda Amid Containment Failures
The World Health Organization confirmed at least 600 total Ebola cases across the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda as containment measures struggle to keep pace.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq Hit Fresh All-Time Highs Led by Tech Stocks
US stock markets opened after the Memorial Day weekend with the S&P 500 closing at a record 7519 and the Nasdaq at 26656 driven by technology gains.
NATO Escalation in Baltic Region Raises Risk of Major Conflict with Russia: Analysts
Professor Jeffrey Sachs and other experts warn that NATO’s military buildup in the Baltic region is increasing the risk of a large-scale confrontation with Russia.
Bozeman Bar Shooting Suspect Jakob Lundberg Arrested on Homicide Charges
A 22-year-old man named Jakob Lundberg was arrested in Bozeman Montana on charges of deliberate homicide and criminal endangerment following a fatal bar shooting.
Man Found Dead After Hit-and-Run in Clermont County Ohio
A man was discovered dead in Clermont County Ohio following what police believe was a deliberate hit-and-run incident.