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UP: Court sentences man to 20-years' rigorous imprisonment for rape of Dalit girl
If the accused fails to deposit the fine, he would serve an additional six months of jail time, Assistant District Government Counsel Vinod Kumar Singh
February 2, 2026Six get three years in jail for tiger poaching in Maharashtra's Pench Reserve
"The investigation was completed under the guidance of then Field Director A Shreelakshmi and Dr Prabhunath Shukla, by Range Forest Officer Jayesh Tayade and Assistant Conservator of Forests Atul Devkar. During the proceedings, the court examined 10 witnesses, 113 documents, and 37 material exhibits
February 2, 2026Gurugram court sentence two men to life term over truck driver's murder in roadrage incident
A heated argument ensued between the motorcyclist and the truck driver before the mother intervened and prevented the situation from escalating.
February 2, 2026SC junks plea against Kerala PSC policy accepting higher qualifications for junior nurse post
Upholding the concurrent views of the Kerala High Court and Kerala Administrative Tribunal, a bench of Justices J K Maheshwari and Sanjay Karol said they are "not inclined to interfere in this special leave petition" after hearing the counsels.
February 2, 2026Former additional public prosecutor gets 6 months in jail for bribery
In April 2013, Bacchav, while serving as APP in the Thane district court, sought a bribe of Rs 10000 from a woman facing trial in a case registered at Vashi police station. She had sought the bribe for arguing in the woman's favour.
February 2, 2026Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind moves SC against Assam CM's 'communal' remarks
The application also requested the top court to lay down regulatory guidelines for constitutional functionaries, ensuring that no one is allowed to take shelter behind their position to promote communal hatred, incite public animosity, or vilify any group.
February 2, 2026Power of Attorney-holder Tejwani executed sale of Mundhwa land owned by govt: EOW charge sheet
While First Information Reports (FIRs) had been registered against signatories and vendors regarding the land deal, Parth Pawar’s name had not been included in the police case.
February 2, 2026Predecessor judge to hear arguments on sentencing against separatist Andrabi, says NIA court
Special Judge Chanderjit Singh was transferred from the NIA court to the Karkardooma courts in November 2025 but as the judgment in the case was pending, he took the case file with him for pronouncing the verdict.
February 2, 2026Man sentenced to double life imprisonment for murdering wife
On May 18, 2024, at around 6.30 pm, he intercepted Ambili near Pallichanda Junction in Pallipuram, pushed her down from her scooter and stabbed her 17 times with a knife, resulting in her death.
February 2, 2026Court grants statutory bail to former TDB officer in Sabarimala gold loss cases
Rajeevaru, who is lodged at the Thiruvananthapuram Special Sub Jail, was shifted to the hospital after he developed chest discomfort on Sunday.
February 2, 2026Uttarakhand court acquits Sudanese student of rape charges
The court noted that the complainant and all her friends had consumed drinks at the party, and she herself admitted in her statements that she was in an inebriated state and did not know who touched her. The court noted that other witnesses stated that the student and Musa slept in separate rooms, and none of them stated in their statements that the accused attempted to rape the student.
February 2, 2026Mamata Banerjee moves SC against SIR in West Bengal
Sharpening her attack on the Election Commission, Banerjee had warned that continuation of the SIR in the present form could trigger "mass disenfranchisement" and "strike at the foundations of democracy".
February 1, 2026UP: Man gets 20 years in jail for raping 8-year-old girl
The police submitted a chargesheet following the investigation. After examining the evidence and hearing arguments from both sides, the court delivered its verdict.
February 1, 2026Deepam row: Cases registered for remarks against Justice Swaminathan, TN DGP tells SC
On December 1, 2025, Justice Swaminathan allowed writ petitions that sought a direction for appropriate arrangements to light the Karthigai Deepam at the 'Dheepathoon', a stone lamp pillar located on the Thiruparankundram hillock close to a dargah.
February 1, 2026Sabarimala gold loss: prime accused seeks statutory bail in second case
SIT officials said a detailed probe has been conducted, but the delay in filing the charge sheets in both cases was due to pending scientific test results.
February 1, 2026Economic Offences Wing Kashmir chargesheets two in fake international prize scam
The probe conclusively revealed that Jitu Raj Johari, a resident of Faridabad and Suresh Thakur, a resident of Delhi were actively involved in the commission of the offence and had duped the complainant of lakhs of rupees, he said.
February 1, 202612 yrs on, man gets life imprisonment for murdering minor son; convicted for bid to kill family
The Mahatma Phule Chowk Police later arrested the accused and registered a case against him under Indian Penal Code sections 302 (murder), 307 (attempt to murder) and 324 (voluntarily causing hurt using dangerous weapons or means).
February 1, 2026Two sentenced to 15 years in jail for attempting to murder man in UP's Gonda
According to the prosecution, on September 10, 2012, Shukla was sitting outside his house when the two convicts arrived at the spot and fired at him with the intention of killing him. A bullet hit Shukla in the leg, injuring him seriously, and he was immediately admitted to the district hospital.
February 1, 2026Court sends 2 to jail for 15 years for launching murderous attack on man in UP's Gonda
According to the prosecution, on September 10, 2012, Gaurav Shukla was sitting outside his house when the two convicts arrived at the spot and fired at him with the intention of killing him. A bullet hit Gaurav in the leg, injuring him seriously, and he was immediately admitted to the district hospital.
January 31, 2026Teacher gets 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually abusing autistic boy in Kerala
According to the prosecution, the accused exploited the child’s condition and sexually abused him in the school bathroom in July 2019.
January 31, 2026Jhanvi Kukreja murder case: Friend Jogdhankar sentenced to life imprisonment, co-accused acquitted
The court found that the post-incident conduct of Jogdhankar played a vital role in the case. It pointed out that the accused did not give details of the injuries and provided false history to the doctor at the hospital about the wounds.
January 31, 2026Man gets 20 years rigorous imprisonment for kidnapping, raping teenage girl in 2019
Besides sentencing the accused to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment, the court also imposed a fine of Rs 2,000 on him. The judge recommended the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) in Thane to award compensation under the Manodhairya Scheme.
January 31, 2026Man gets life imprisonment for murdering astrologer in Kannur
According to the prosecution, on February 4, 2012, Ramees entered the astrologer’s office and stabbed Kunjuraman multiple times.
January 31, 2026Delhi court discharges woman in 2016 passport tampering case, slams prosecution for 'concealment'
The court said that the investigation failed to establish whether any offence or its conspiracy was committed in India.
January 31, 2026Woman sentenced to life imprisonment for killing female roommate in Bhubaneswar
During investigation, it was found that Mitra was strongly opposed to Das’s marriage and had insisted that she cancel it. The convict allegedly feared that their friendship would break if Das got married, police said.
January 31, 2026Kerala court sentences Ex policeman to 4 years of imprisonment for taking bribe
Kollam Special Judge (Vigilance) Mohit C S sentenced R Mohanan to three years under section 7 (offence relating to public servant being bribed) and four years under section 13 (criminal misconduct by a public servant) of the Prevention of Corruption Act and also imposed a fine of Rs 20,000 on him.
January 31, 2026Babasaheb Ambedkar Advocate Training and Research Centre inaugurated; CM hails initiative
The CM underlined the need to prepare lawyers and prosecutors to deal with changing laws, new criminal legislations and the growing use of artificial intelligence and technology in the legal field.
January 31, 2026Court grants bail to two realty firm employees in Noida techie death case
The accused maintained that they have not committed any offence and have been falsely implicated in the case, seeking release on bail.
January 31, 2026Man sentenced to life imprisonment for rape, murder of woman in Pathanamthitta
According to the prosecution, Michael (26), had separated from her husband and was living with her partner, Tijin Joseph, who had also ended his marital relationship.
January 31, 20262021 Jhanvi Kukreja murder case: Friend Shree Jogdhankar sentenced to life imprisonment
Additional Sessions Judge Satyanarayan Navandar found Jogdhankar guilty of murder under relevant provisions of the Indian Penal Code.
January 31, 2026Man gets 20 years of imprisonment for sexually abusing minor in Pathanamthitta
Pathanamthitta Fast Track Special Court Judge Manjith T convicted the accused, uncle of the victim, under various provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and awarded multiple sentences, directing that they shall run concurrently.
January 31, 2026Delhi riots case: Court acquits man accused of arson, rioting
In an order dated January 28, the court said, "Considering these facts and circumstances, I find that it will be highly unsafe to rely upon the sole testimony of the prosecution witness (PW2 Constable Piyush). I accordingly find that the prosecution has failed to prove its case beyond all reasonable doubts and the accused is entitled to the benefit of doubt."
January 31, 2026Hearing on consideration of ED chargesheet against Al Falah chairman deferred to Feb 13
The ED had earlier stated that the university generated Rs 415.10 crore in revenue between 2018 and 2025, noting what it described as a "meteoric rise" in income that did not align with the group's declared financials or its asset buildup.
January 31, 2026Thane court acquits man accused of wife's murder
The court, in its order, stated that the victim's brother had testified that his sister used to tell him about the abusive language used by the accused and his suspicion of character, but these contentions are "very vague".
January 31, 2026Civil police officer sentenced to four years’ rigorous imprisonment in bribery case
The accused was sentenced to undergo rigorous imprisonment for three years and to pay a fine of Rs 25,000 under Section 7 of the Act.
January 31, 2026Delhi: Court committee condemns HC bar association's opposition to enhance pecuniary limit
"The stand adopted by the DHCBA is not only contrary to national judicial reform objectives but also inconsistent with the constitutional vision of decentralised, efficient, and accessible justice delivery," he said.
January 30, 2026