INDIA
I-PAC case in Supreme Court: ED moves top court after Calcutta HC deferment; Bengal govt files caveat
Anticipating the ED’s approach to the Supreme Court, the West Bengal government had earlier filed a caveat.
WORLD
Who is Noor Ahmed Noor?: First Afghan envoy posted to India since Taliban takeover
Noor's appointment comes at a time when India and Afghanistan are increasingly interacting through humanitarian assistance, health cooperation and official visits, even as regional dynamics continue to evolve.
INDIA
West Bengal govt files caveat in Supreme Court: How ED–I-PAC row snowballed into high-stakes legal battle
A caveat, filed before constitutional courts, is meant to ensure that no adverse direction is issued in the absence of the concerned party.
WORLD
Video | 'Biggest criminal of humanity': Pakistan Defence Minister calls for Netanyahu’s ‘kidnapping' by US
Speaking on TV, Asif alleged that Netanyahu was the “worst criminal of humanity” and claimed that the scale of suffering inflicted on Palestinians in Gaza was unmatched in history.
INDIA
Ankita Bhandari murder case: Uttarakhand govt orders CBI probe following demands by parents
The parents of Ankita Bhandari urged the CM for a CBI probe into the murder of their daughter, according to their letter.
WORLD
'Sir, may I see you please?' On Trump's PM Modi claim, MEA cites 'mutual respect'
The MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal in a media briefing said Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former US President Donald Trump have consistently engaged each other with "mutual respect".
INDIA
'Overreach, blatant disregard to law': What ED's plea seeking CBI FIR against Mamata Banerjee, Bengal police said
According to the petition, the agency invoked the court’s writ jurisdiction to “instil public confidence” and to immediately stop what it termed as “over-action” by the state police and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
INDIA
Supreme Court to women dog feeders alleging assault: Lodge FIRs, move High Courts
Appearing for an animal rights activist, Senior Advocate Mahalakshmi Pavani told the Court that women feeders were being “molested, beaten, disrobed and defamed” by vigilante groups.
INDIA
Supreme Court pulls up submissions for Sharmila Tagore in stray dogs hearing: 'Don't glorify dogs in hospitals'
Tagore’s side argued that policies governing stray dogs could not follow a “one size fits all” approach.
INDIA
Can neighbour be prosecuted for 'cruelty' under IPC 498A matrimonial case? Here's what Karnataka HC said
The court was clear that a person who is not part of the husband’s family does not come within the scope of the provision and, therefore, cannot be made to face trial under it.
INDIA
Commotion in court, Calcutta High Court adjourns ED-TMC I-PAC raid hearing
In its petition, the TMC sought directions restraining the “misuse and dissemination” of materials seized during the January 8 searches, carried out under Section 17 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002
WORLD
Explained: Why Russia used Oreshnik missile on Ukraine and what it signals
Russia’s military said the missile launch was retaliation for what it claimed was an attempted Ukrainian drone strike late last year on one of Putin’s residences in Novgorod.
INDIA
ED says I-PAC received proceeds of crime in West Bengal coal smuggling case, moves Calcutta HC
The ED alleged that one hawala operator, linked to layering of the proceeds of crime from coal smuggling, facilitated transactions involving “tens of crores of rupees” to I-PAC.
INDIA
Sonam Wangchuk detention: Video played in Supreme Court; Sibal says 'speech was to stop violence'
Wangchuk’s detention followed violent protests in Ladakh demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status, in which four people were killed and several injured. The administration has accused him of inciting the violence, a charge his counsel strongly disputes.
INDIA
Andhra CM Naidu calls for unity among Telugu-speaking people: 'No language greater or lesser than another'
Speaking at the three-day event celebrating the Telugu language, Naidu said political differences should not translate into animosity between the two states (Andhra and Telangana).
INDIA
Madras High Court orders return of seized Hindu idols: 'State can't act on superstition over unnatural deaths'
Following complaints from residents claiming that deaths in the locality were connected to the installation and worship of the idols, local authorities removed them.
INDIA
Supreme Court dismisses PIL against PM Modi offering chadar at Ajmer Sharif dargah: 'Not justiciable'
The Supreme Court’s order came weeks after it had refused to urgently list the plea when it was mentioned on December 22, ahead of the Urs.
INDIA
AAP's Raghav Chadha calls Centre's draft social security rules for gig workers 'small win'; Congress says 'too little, too late'
Congress struck a critical note on the Centre’s proposal. The party described reports of a 90-day work requirement for gig workers to qualify for social security as inadequate and delayed.
WORLD
At least 40 killed in US strike on Venezuela as Maduro captured, Trump says Washington will ‘run’ country
While Venezuelan officials confirmed civilian and military casualties, they did not release figures. Trump said only “a couple of guys were hit” on the US side, adding that no American personnel were killed and no equipment was lost.
WORLD
Explained | How US captured Venezuela president Maduro in '30-minute' raid using 150 aircrafts, 7 explosions
Trump said US casualties were minimal, stating that only “a couple of guys were hit” and that no American personnel were killed or equipment lost.
INDIA
Bangladesh seeks ICC’s attention after BCCI asks KKR to exclude Mustafizur Rahman
The reaction from Dhaka comes after protests in India over Mustafizur Rahman’s inclusion, following reports of attacks on Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, which ultimately led to the BCCI’s instruction to KKR to release the player.
WORLD
Why Venezuela’s oil won’t rebound anytime soon despite Trump’s push and US majors’ interest
American oil companies, analysts say, are unlikely to re-enter Venezuela unless they are assured of financial returns and basic security guarantees.
WORLD
Russia urges US to free Maduro as UN warns Venezuela action sets ‘dangerous precedent’
Concerns were also raised at the United Nations, where Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that the developments surrounding Maduro’s capture amount to a “dangerous precedent.”
INDIA
Supreme Court to deliver verdict on bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam in 2020 Delhi riots case on Monday
Umar Khalid was arrested in September 2020 for his alleged role as one of the “masterminds” behind the riots, which left 53 people dead and over 700 injured.
