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Is calling someone 'motherf***ker' punishable under obscenity law? What SC says

The case arose out of a dispute over agricultural land in Tamil Nadu in August 2017.

Updated 2 hours ago

Clavicular: What charges is the streamer facing in Florida alligator shooting?

Details about the exact location and circumstances are still unfolding.

Published 70 days ago

Olivia Henderson: 5 things on DoorDash driver who filmed naked man

Authorities say the matter stems from a video recorded during a delivery.

Published 76 days ago

Supreme Court cautions against criminal cases after live-in break-ups

During the hearing, the bench repeatedly probed the nature and duration of the relationship, noting that the parties had lived together for years and had a child.

Updated 81 days ago

10 Indians indicted in US over staged robbery visa fraud scheme

The purpose of the robbery was to allow the convenience store clerk/owner to claim that they were victims of a violent crime on an application for a U non-immigration status (U Visa).

Updated 98 days ago

Smoking aboard metro, pig trespass, cow milking to no longer be criminal acts

Actions such as smoking in the metro remain illegal, but the category of offence changes under the Jan Vishwas Bill 2026.

Updated 108 days ago

Thai runner-up party seeks criminal case on poll officials for violation of law

The reformist People's Party "submitted a case" to a criminal court against seven election commissioners, the Election Commission's secretary-general and another election official. (Photo for representation)

Published 142 days ago

‘Lawyers must resist urge to blindly follow AI’: SC judge at moot court event

Justice Nagarathna, who was the chief guest at the prize distribution ceremony at the event (HT)

Published 152 days ago

Notice is the rule, arrest the exception for offences up to 7 yrs: SC

A view of the Supreme Court of India (SCI) building, in New Delhi

Updated 162 days ago

From Bharat Gatha to criminal laws: Vibrant tableaux shine at R-Day parade

Union ministry of education’s tableau showcased the vision of the NEP 2020, celebrating India’s eternal knowledge legacy from Aryabhatta’s pioneering Shunya to today’s vibrant learners.

Published 172 days ago

Who is Douglas Micko? Judge blocks charges against Don Lemon

Douglas L. Micko serves as a US Magistrate Judge for the District of Minnesota, a position he has held since April 10, 2023.

Updated 176 days ago

The victim has rights, even after death

The court’s reasoning also reflects a broader shift towards recognising victims as active stakeholders rather than passive spectators in criminal proceedings. (HT Archive)

Published 206 days ago

SC expands scope of ‘victim’, allows heirs to continue cases

SC expands scope of ‘victim’, allows heirs to continue cases

Published 206 days ago

Criminal law can't become platform for settling personal scores: SC

Criminal law can't become platform for settling personal scores: SC

Published 236 days ago

Business, science, commerce postgrads in Delhi Police’s 2025 constables’ batch

The constables underwent extensive training in constitutional studies, criminal law, criminology, forensic science, and cybercrime. (PTI)

Updated 423 days ago

How the Supreme Court spoke out for free speech

In the Imran Prataphgarhi judgment, the Court clearly set its teeth against the heckler’s veto (Hindustan Times)

Published 469 days ago

Union home minister Amit Shah evaluates criminal law reforms in J&K

In the presence of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Union Home Minister Amit Shah examined the state of the new criminal laws' implementation in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday.

Published 515 days ago

Guest Column | Apprehensions of a nervous medical practitioner

The term “medical negligence” has for the first time been included in criminal law. (Shutterstock)

Updated 559 days ago

The death penalty cannot fix India’s rape problem. Here’s why

India rape death penalty

Published 678 days ago

Why a breakup could land men in jail for 10 years? Section 69 of BNS explained

The Bharata Nyaya Sanhita, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), came into effect on July 1.

Published 742 days ago

New criminal laws: ‘Old wine in new bottles’ says retired SC judge Chelameswar

Retired Supreme Court judge Justice Jasti Chelameswar looks at the new criminal laws and whether they are all that different from the old laws

Published 745 days ago

Himachal’s first case under new criminal laws registered in Mandi

The assault case was registered at 1.45 am in Mandi’s Dhanotu. (HT File)

Updated 746 days ago

Ludhiana’s first BNS case registered at Dehlon police station

Starting July 1, India has replaced its colonial-era criminal laws with a set of three new penal laws (Shutterstock)

Updated 746 days ago

20 FIRs registered on Day 1 under new criminal laws in Punjab

Three new criminal laws came into effect on Monday, bringing far-reaching changes in India’s criminal justice system.

Updated 746 days ago

Amit Shah clarifies: 1st FIR under new criminal laws not against street vendor

Union home minister Amit Shah addresses a press conference regarding the new criminal laws, in New Delhi, Monday, July 1, 2024.

Published 747 days ago

‘Another lie’: Amit Shah attacks Opposition after hailing new criminal laws

Union Home Minister Amit Shah addresses a press conference regarding the new criminal laws, in New Delhi (PTI photo)

Published 747 days ago

New criminal laws: How to file FIR; videography of crime scenes | Explained

In the event of an arrest, the individual has the right to inform a person of his choice about his or her situation. (Representational Image)

Published 747 days ago

First case under new criminal law Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita lodged in Delhi

First case filed under the new criminal law Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (File photo)

Published 747 days ago

How the 3 new criminal codes reimagine crime and punishment

As the Constitution marks its 75th anniversary, these new laws signify a major reform in the perception and administration of criminal laws in India. (ANI)

Updated 747 days ago

New criminal laws take effect today: Top 10 changes you should know

The new criminal laws aim to bring in a modern justice system.

Updated 747 days ago

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