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

Details about the exact location and circumstances are still unfolding.
us news
Published on May 09, 2026 03:42 am IST

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

Authorities say the matter stems from a video recorded during a delivery.
us news
Published on May 03, 2026 03:33 am IST

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.
india news
Updated on Apr 28, 2026 06:38 am IST

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).
india news
Updated on Apr 10, 2026 10:47 pm IST

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.
india news
Updated on Apr 02, 2026 11:59 am IST

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)
world news
Published on Feb 26, 2026 02:36 pm IST

‘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)
delhi news
Published on Feb 16, 2026 03:46 am IST

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
india news
Updated on Feb 06, 2026 06:20 am IST

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.
india news
Published on Jan 27, 2026 07:13 am IST

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.
us news
Updated on Jan 23, 2026 08:45 am IST

The victim has rights, even after death

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The court’s reasoning also reflects a broader shift towards recognising victims as active stakeholders rather than passive spectators in criminal proceedings. (HT Archive)
editorials
Published on Dec 24, 2025 09:25 pm IST

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

SC expands scope of ‘victim’, allows heirs to continue cases
india news
Published on Dec 24, 2025 05:36 am IST

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

Criminal law can't become platform for settling personal scores: SC
india news
Published on Nov 24, 2025 07:18 pm IST

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)
delhi news
Updated on May 21, 2025 05:50 am IST

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)
opinion
Published on Apr 05, 2025 08:34 pm IST

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.
india news
Published on Feb 18, 2025 02:23 pm IST

Guest Column | Apprehensions of a nervous medical practitioner

The term “medical negligence” has for the first time been included in criminal law. (Shutterstock)
chandigarh news
Updated on Jan 05, 2025 08:26 am IST

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

India rape death penalty
opinion
Published on Sept 08, 2024 08:15 am IST

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.
india news
Published on Jul 06, 2024 02:17 pm IST

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
india news
Published on Jul 03, 2024 06:15 pm IST

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)
chandigarh news
Updated on Jul 02, 2024 09:32 am IST

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)
chandigarh news
Updated on Jul 02, 2024 05:14 am IST

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.
chandigarh news
Updated on Jul 02, 2024 05:25 am IST

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.
india news
Published on Jul 01, 2024 09:14 pm IST

‘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)
india news
Published on Jul 01, 2024 03:05 pm IST

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)
india news
Published on Jul 01, 2024 10:51 am IST

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)
india news
Published on Jul 01, 2024 09:51 am IST

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)
india news
Updated on Jul 01, 2024 06:58 am IST

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

The new criminal laws aim to bring in a modern justice system.
india news
Updated on Jul 01, 2024 07:15 am IST

Bengal CM writes to PM urging deferment of implementation of 3 criminal laws

Mamata Banerjee said the deferment would enable a renewed Parliamentary review (File)
india news
Published on Jun 21, 2024 11:20 am IST
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