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Karnataka High Court Dharmasthala mass burial case gag order

Karnataka High Court Strikes Down Media Gag Orders in Dharmasthala Mass Burial Case

Bengaluru, August 1, 2025 — In a landmark judgment restoring press freedom, the Karnataka High Court has quashed ex-parte gag orders issued by a Bengaluru civil court that imposed sweeping restrictions on media coverage related to the Dharmasthala mass burial allegations. Justice M. Nagaprasanna declared the blanket injunction unconstitutional, emphasizing that the public’s right to know […]

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71st National Film Awards 2025 winners list

National Film Awards 2025: Shah Rukh Khan Finally Bags Best Actor, Rani Mukerji Honored

At the 71st National Film Awards, Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan received the Best Actor award for his performance in Jawan, marking his first-ever National Award—a milestone after 33 years in the industry. The award was shared with Vikrant Massey for 12th Fail, while Rani Mukerji was named Best Actress for Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway

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sadhvi pragya malegaon bomb blast case verdict

NIA Court Acquits All 7 in 2008 Malegaon Blast Case After 17 Years

In a landmark judgment, a Special National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court in Mumbai today acquitted all seven accused, including former BJP MP Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur and retired Lt Col Prasad Purohit, in connection with the 2008 Malegaon bomb blast. The court cited absence of “cogent and reliable” evidence, procedural lapses under UAPA, and flawed

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Trump 25% tariffs on Indian imports India US trade war

Trump Imposes 25% Tariffs on India, Targets Defence Ties with Russia

In a dramatic escalation of trade tensions, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on Indian imports, effective from August 1, coupled with an unspecified penalty tied to India’s continued procurement of Russian energy and arms. Despite referring to India as a “friend,” Trump accused it of maintaining some of the highest tariffs globally and

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PM‑Kisan Yojna 2025 20th Installment Date

PM‑Kisan 20th Installment Set for August 2, 2025: Legal and Administrative Overview

New Delhi / Varanasi, July 30, 2025 – The 20th installment under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM‑Kisan) scheme — ₹2,000 per eligible farmer — will be disbursed on August 2, 2025, via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to launch the installment via video link from Varanasi. Scheme Background

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Income Tax Return ITR Filing AY 2025–26 New Deadline and Rules

ITR Filing in India AY 2025–26: Deadlines, Delays & Legal Impact

Deadline Extended Amid Ongoing Delays The Income Tax Department has extended the due date for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) for Assessment Year 2025–26 (FY 2024–25) from July 31 to September 15, 2025, citing late rollout of ITR forms and utilities. This grant of extra time offers taxpayers relief but also triggers questions about interest payouts on refunds and

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Operation Mahadev Pahalgam Mastermind Sulaiman Shah Killed

Operation Mahadev: India’s Precision Strike Against Pahalgam Terror Architects

Srinagar, July 28, 2025 – In a major counter-terror operation named “Operation Mahadev”, the Indian Army, in coordination with Jammu & Kashmir Police and CRPF, eliminated three terrorists linked to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, including Hashim Musa (alias Sulaiman Shah), identified as the mastermind behind the massacre of 26 civilians, mostly tourists. 🧩

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Right to Education Act (RTE) 2009 A Guide To India’s Right to Education Law

Right to Education Act in India: How RTE 2009 Changed India’s Educational Landscape

The Right to Education Act, 2009, stands as one of India’s most significant legal reforms in the education sector. With the implementation of the RTE Act, India recognized education as a fundamental right for children aged 6 to 14. This landmark law has since shaped the way millions access basic education, particularly children from underprivileged

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