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Kannada superstar Darshan, 10 others detained in murder case

Kannada actor Darshan arrested in Bengaluru after SC cancels bail in Renukaswamy murder case

The Supreme Court on Thursday cancelled the bail of Kannada actor Darshan in connection with the fan murder case. The bench also ordered the authorities to take him into custody immediately. The court has similarly cancelled the bail of Darshan's partner, Pavithra Gowda and five other accused persons, who will also be taken into custody immediately following the verdict. 16 hours ago
Cannot ignore Pahalgam: SC on J&K statehood pleas

Cannot ignore Pahalgam: SC on J&K statehood pleas

The apex court was hearing applications arguing that the continued delay in restoring statehood is "gravely affecting the rights of the citizens of Jammu and Kashmir and also violating the idea of federalism". The applications contended that the failure to restore statehood within a time-bound framework amounts to a violation of federalism, which forms part of the Basic Structure of the Constitution. 16 hours ago
Rahul Gandhi's Karnataka Visit: Allegations of Electoral Fraud

Supreme Court slams Rahul Gandhi over controversial Indian Army remark

The controversy began when Gandhi allegedly stated, "Chinese troops are thrashing Indian Army soldiers in Arunachal Pradesh," referring to a face-off in the Tawang sector on December 9, 2022. This statement, along with his claim that 2,000 square kilometers of Indian territory had been occupied by China, led to a criminal defamation case against him. 10 days ago
SC issues notice to RBI, ED, TRAI, states on plea to ban all betting apps

SC issues notice to RBI, ED, TRAI, states on plea to ban all betting apps

The petitioner, Dr K.A. Paul, claiming himself to be "a prominent social activist, humanitarian, and President of Global Peace Initiative, which is dedicated to promoting peace and justice globally", said the plea was filed in the interest of millions of people and to protect the sanity and democracy in India by banning "illegal" betting apps. 13 days ago
Darshan likely to be released from jail today after HC's 6-week conditional bail

Fan murder case: SC adjourns hearing on plea challenging bail to Darshan to July 24

Earlier, the bench had expressed strong reservations about the manner in which the Karnataka High Court exercised its discretion in granting bail to the actor in connection with the fan murder case. The court had told senior counsel Kapil Sibal, "To be very honest, we are not convinced with the manner in which the High Court exercised its discretion. We will very honestly say this." 23 days ago
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SC rejects plea challenging extension of ban on SIMI

In a notification issued on January 29, 2024, the Union Home Ministry had extended the ban on SIMI for five more years, referring to its involvement in "fomenting terrorism, disturbing peace and communal harmony, which are prejudicial to the sovereignty, security and integrity of India". Jul 14, 2025
SC extends interim protection from arrest to ex-IAS trainee officer Puja Khedkar

SC grants anticipatory bail to ex-IAS trainee officer Puja Khedkar

The Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed the anticipatory bail plea of sacked Maharashtra cadre probationary IAS officer Puja Khedkar, who allegedly submitted false OBC and PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) certificates and fraudulently availed attempts beyond the permissible limits provided for the civil services examination. May 21, 2025
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Cash at judge's residence: SC trashes plea seeking FIR against Justice Varma

The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain a plea seeking criminal prosecution of Justice Yashwant Varma, who is embroiled in a controversy surrounding the alleged discovery of a huge pile of burnt cash in the storeroom attached to his bungalow in the national capital after the fire brigade had gone there to douse a blaze on March 14. May 21, 2025
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