J&K High Court Quashes PSA Detention of Scholar: Mere Possession of Books Not Criminal

Allahabad High Court Quashes NSA Detention, Imposes Rs 5 Lakh Fine on UP Govt

The Allahabad High Court quashed the NSA detention of a 25-year-old student, calling it 'arbitrary and vague'. The court imposed a Rs 5 lakh fine on the state, recoverable from officials involved. This judgment reinforces judicial scrutiny of preventive detention laws like NSA.

7 Years After Article 370 Revocation: J&K Still Awaits Statehood, Per Capita Income Ratio Falls to 76.6%

Seven years after the revocation of Article 370 and the loss of statehood, Jammu and Kashmir continues to face economic decline, high unemployment, and heavy-handed security measures. Despite Supreme Court advice to restore statehood, no timeline has been set. The article highlights the need for accountable governance through an elected administration, as the current Lt Governor-led rule lacks democratic accountability.

Delhi Court Sentences Ex-AAP Councillor Tahir Hussain to Life Imprisonment for 2020 Riots Murder of IB Staffer Ankit Sharma

A Delhi court sentenced former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and nine others to life imprisonment for the brutal murder of Intelligence Bureau staffer Ankit Sharma during the 2020 Delhi riots. The court rejected the death penalty, citing the convicts' potential for reformation, but noted the crime's extreme brutality.

Supreme Court Seeks Centre's Response on CAPF Act 2026 Challenged for Violating Articles 14, 16, 21

The Supreme Court has questioned the constitutional validity of the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Act, 2026, which mandates IPS officer deputation to senior CAPF posts, potentially overriding a 2025 SC judgment. This case tests the separation of powers and the rights of CAPF cadre officers under Articles 14, 16, and 21.

Amit Shah: Three New Criminal Laws Replace Colonial-Era Codes with Tech-Driven Justice System

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that the three new criminal laws – Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam – aim to deliver speedy justice through a technology-driven, time-bound system. The statement was made during the President's Police Colour ceremony for Puducherry Police.

Supreme Court Directs RBI, States, CBI on Digital Arrest Scams: SOP, Kill Switch, ₹18 Cr Restored

The Supreme Court issued interim directions to combat digital arrest scams, including RBI SOP for banks, operationalization of grievance redressal and money restoration modules, and examination of a 'kill switch' for calls. The court noted a decline in reported fraud but stressed continued vigilance. This is crucial for understanding judicial activism in cybercrime and institutional coordination.

Karnataka HC Upholds 1.27 Acre Land Acquisition for DRDO's CAIR Project as National Security Imperative

Karnataka HC upheld acquisition of 1.27 acres for DRDO's CAIR project, overriding procedural lapses due to national security. This judgment harmonizes private property rights with constitutional duty to protect the nation.

AFSPA Extended in Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh: Key Features & Disturbed Area Provisions

MHA extends AFSPA for six months from Oct 1, 2026 in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh. In Manipur, the entire state except 13 police stations in 5 valley districts remains 'disturbed'. This reverses the pre-2023 trend of shrinking AFSPA footprint, triggered by the ethnic violence that began on May 3, 2023.