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A case involving the alleged sexual assault of a 17-year-old girl has shaken Haryana&rsquo;s Nuh district, with police launching an intensive manhunt for three accused men from the same village. The incident, reported by the girl&rsquo;s family, has been registered under stringent provisions of the POCSO Act, highlighting the gravity of the allegations.
Police said the complaint was filed by the victim&rsquo;s father, who alleged that his daughter had been under pressure and intimidation for several months. On Friday night, the accused allegedly forced her out of her home and took her to nearby fields, where she was unlawfully confined until the following morning.
The victim was threatened with serious consequences, including harm and online circulation of videos, which caused her severe distress. An FIR has been registered at Sadar Tauru police station, and two special teams have been formed to trace and arrest the accused at the earliest.
Investigators said the accused were known to the girl and had allegedly used coercion and fear to maintain contact. Police have assured that all angles are being probed and that strict action will follow. Authorities reiterated that protecting the identity and wellbeing of the minor remains a top priority as the investigation progresses.

Minor alleges forced assault; FIR under POCSO, special teams deployed

Nuh Teen Assault Case, Police Hunt On

A street dog was left badly injured after it wandered into a heated argument between customers at a grocery shop in Sector 38, only to become the target of violence itself.
The incident unfolded when a disagreement between two customers over the unavailability of a grocery item escalated into a physical fight inside the shop. As the scuffle spilled out into the corridor, a street dog that regularly rests outside the store began barking, seemingly reacting to the chaos.
Instead of backing away, one of the men involved in the altercation, along with two associates, turned on the animal. Armed with a rod, they struck the dog near its eye, leaving it severely injured and bleeding.
The injured dog was later spotted by an animal welfare activist who was alerted by a passerby. The dog was immediately taken to a private veterinary hospital, where doctors performed emergency treatment, giving it 13 stitches and successfully saving its left eye.
Although no formal complaint was filed by the shopkeeper or others present, police reviewed CCTV footage from the area and took preventive action by detaining the three men involved. They were later released on bail.
The incident has sparked concern among local residents and animal lovers, highlighting the vulnerability of street animals and the need for stronger awareness and accountability when violence spills into public spaces.

Dog Injured After Intervening in Shop Brawl

Street dog attacked with rod during customer fight at Chandigarh shop; survives

In a shocking case from Haryana, police have arrested a 32-year-old woman accused of murdering three young girls over the past two years, allegedly driven by resentment toward their appearance. Investigators say the woman, identified as Poonam, even killed her own three-year-old son to deflect suspicion.
According to the police assessment, Poonam targeted girls within her extended family and carried out each killing by drowning the children in tubs or tanks filled with water, staging the incidents to appear accidental.
The latest crime took place during a family wedding in Naultha village. The celebration turned into tragedy when a six-year-old girl, Vidhi, went missing on Monday and was later discovered dead in a storeroom. Her face was submerged in a plastic tub of water while her legs remained outside. Following an investigation, police arrested Poonam for murder.
Officials say she enticed the child upstairs after the guests had left, then drowned her and locked the storeroom door from the outside before returning downstairs.
During questioning, Poonam admitted to earlier killings. In 2023, she drowned her sister-in-law&rsquo;s nine-year-old daughter in a water tank at their Sonipat home. She later killed her own son, fearing her family would suspect her involvement. In August 2025, she allegedly drowned her cousin&rsquo;s six-year-old daughter in Sewah village.
Panipat Superintendent of Police Bhupender Singh said the accused showed signs of severe psychological disturbance and confessed to harbouring jealousy toward &ldquo;beautiful girls.&rdquo; Police have ruled out any angle related to child sacrifice.
Authorities have informed the concerned police stations, and further investigation is underway into the disturbing sequence of crimes spanning multiple districts.

Police say a Panipat woman drowned three girls in two years driven by jealousy

Haryana Woman Held for Killing 3 Girls

India has taken a major step forward in fighter aircraft safety after the Defence Research and Development Organisation successfully tested an indigenous pilot ejection system under extreme conditions.
The high-speed trial was conducted at the Rail Track Rocket Sled facility in Chandigarh, where the system was tested at a controlled speed of 800 km per hour. The test demonstrated the ability of the escape mechanism to safely eject a pilot from a fighter jet during a critical in-flight emergency.
During the trial, a dummy representing the pilot was forcefully propelled out of the cockpit after the canopy was severed, clearly showcasing how the system operates during a life-threatening scenario. The test confirmed that all stages of the ejection process worked as intended.
The successful run validated three key elements required in a modern aircraft escape system: precise canopy cutting, correct sequencing of the ejection process, and safe recovery of the aircrew after ejection. Officials described the outcome as a significant milestone in ensuring pilot safety in indigenous fighter aircraft.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised the achievement, congratulating the DRDO, Indian Air Force, Aeronautical Development Agency, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, and industry partners involved in the project. He said the accomplishment strengthens India&rsquo;s defence manufacturing ecosystem and supports the country&rsquo;s goal of self-reliance in critical military technologies.
The test comes amid a broader push to highlight India&rsquo;s growing indigenous defence capabilities. DRDO leadership has previously underlined that recent military operations have demonstrated the effectiveness of homegrown systems across multiple domains, ranging from air defence to missile technology and advanced command-and-control platforms.
The successful ejection system test adds to the momentum of India&rsquo;s ongoing defence modernisation drive, reinforcing confidence in domestically developed technologies designed to protect both pilots and platforms.

DRDO clears high-speed fighter ejection test

Indigenous pilot escape system proven at 800 km/h rocket sled trial in Chandigarh

The family of Vijay Sheoran, a Haryana resident pursuing higher education in the United Kingdom, has appealed to the Indian government for urgent assistance after he was found with life-threatening injuries in Worcestershire and later died.
Vijay&rsquo;s elder brother, Ravi Sheoran, said the family was informed by West Mercia Police that Vijay was discovered injured on November 25 at around 04.15 GMT. 
&ldquo;We got information from West Mercia Police (UK) that Vijay was found with life-threatening injuries in Worcestershire on November 25 at about 04.15GMT.&nbsp;The police had arrested five persons and now they are on bail. We don&rsquo;t know why my brother was killed and we have no information about the attackers,&rdquo; he said.
Five men aged 22 to 35 were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. 
Det Insp Corry Horobin of Worcester CID said, &ldquo;We have arrested five people as part of our initial enquiries and are working to establish the full circumstances of the incident.&rdquo;
Vijay, who had taken voluntary retirement from the Central Board of Excise and Customs, had travelled to the UK on February 18 to pursue further studies. 
He was enrolled at the University of the West of England (UWE) in Bristol.
Ravi said the family has written to the external affairs minister seeking intervention from the Indian High Commission in London for the repatriation of Vijay&rsquo;s body. 
&ldquo;Our family is shattered by this incident. We request the MEA to help us in getting my brother&rsquo;s body back for the last rites. Due to the complex legal formalities and documentation in the UK, it is difficult for us to manage on our own,&rdquo; he wrote.
He added that Vijay had last served in Kochi before resigning to study abroad. 
Appeals for support have also been made to Union minister Manohar Lal Khattar and Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini.
BJP MLA Sunil Sangwan urged the Centre to expedite the process of returning Vijay&rsquo;s mortal remains and ensure a fair investigation into the killing.
London-based lawyer Sukhvinder Nara, former senior deputy advocate general in the Punjab and Haryana High Court, said a crowdfunding initiative by Non-Resident Indians is underway to facilitate the quick repatriation of the body. 
&ldquo;I urge the Indian students coming to the UK to remain vigilant even when meeting Indian students,&rdquo; he said.
Preliminary information suggests the attackers may have been students from Haryana and Punjab, and that the incident followed a verbal altercation. 
Police have not disclosed their identities.

Family urges MEA to expedite probe and bring victim’s body home from the UK

Haryana Family Seeks MEA Aid After UK Killing

A routine afternoon at Chandigarh&rsquo;s Rose Garden in Sector 16 turned alarming when visitors heard a scream from the women&rsquo;s toilet around 3:15 pm on November 29. Traffic police personnel and bystanders rushed to check and discovered a woman lying in a pool of blood with a deep wound on her neck. She was barely alive and died moments later. She was taken to a nearby government hospital, where doctors declared her dead on arrival.
Police identified the woman as Diksha Thakur, 30, from Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh. Documents found in her bag included a Bihar Staff Selection Commission form, confirming her identity. Investigators later learned she had been living as a paying guest in Mohali&rsquo;s Phase 11 for four months and worked as a customer care executive with Chaupal TV in Chandigarh&rsquo;s Industrial Area.
According to police, Diksha had been on medical leave for more than a week due to anxiety-related health issues. Earlier in the week, she visited a hospital in Panchkula with her brother-in-law and was prescribed medication. She returned to work on Saturday but left early around 2 pm, saying she felt unwell. She then headed to the Rose Garden, where the incident occurred. The toilet attendant was absent that day, leaving no eyewitnesses.
A four-inch kitchen knife was recovered from the scene along with antidepressant tablets found in her bag. Investigators are reviewing call records and CCTV footage to determine whether the death was self-inflicted or involved foul play. Police officials stated that all angles, personal, circumstantial, and psychological, are being examined. The post-mortem and forensic results are expected to provide key answers.
The area has been sealed off, and security has been tightened in the park, which is visited daily by families, women, and senior citizens.

A 30-year-old woman was found with her throat slit inside Rose Garden’s toilet

Mystery Death of Woman in Chandigarh Park

In a major breakthrough against organized crime, Punjab Police&rsquo;s Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) and Mohali Police arrested two members of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang following a gunfight on the Ambala&ndash;Dera Bassi highway. The accused, identified as Sharanjit Singh from Mohali and Aman Kumar from Khijargarh village, Zirakpur, were allegedly working for foreign-based gangster Goldy Dhillon.
Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said the joint operation successfully foiled a plot to target a businessman in Punjab. Two .32 bore pistols and 10 live cartridges were recovered from the duo.
Preliminary investigation revealed that both men were involved in a firing incident that took place in Rajpura last month. DGP Yadav stated that Goldy Dhillon, operating from abroad, had directed the accused to carry out the attack.
AGTF Additional DGP Promod Ban further informed that Dhillon was also behind the killing of an Indian-origin industrialist in Abbotsford, Canada, in October.
DIG (AGTF) Gurmeet Singh Chauhan said both arrested individuals had a criminal background, with two previous FIRs related to arms offences already registered against Aman Kumar.
Sharing details of the encounter, SSP Harmandeep Hans said credible intelligence led to the interception of the suspects. During the chase, the accused opened fire at police personnel, prompting retaliatory firing in which both were injured and subsequently arrested.
A case has been registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and Section 25 of the Arms Act in Mohali.

Two Lawrence Gang Aides Nabbed After Shootout

Punjab Police arrests two Bishnoi gang operatives linked to Goldy Dhillon after Ambala

In a breakthrough, authorities seized around 50&ndash;60 kilograms of explosives and arrested two suspects during a raid in Haryana&rsquo;s Faridabad on Tuesday. The operation, led by the Crime Branch in Sector 56, follows the deadly explosion near Delhi&rsquo;s Red Fort Metro Station that killed at least eight people and injured several others on Monday evening.
The Red Fort blast involved a Haryana-registered Hyundai i20 car, parked near Gate No. 1 of the station. The latest seizure adds a new dimension to the ongoing investigation, which had earlier exposed a terror module linked to Jaish-e-Mohammad and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind in Faridabad. Police had previously confiscated 2,900 kg of explosives and a cache of arms from the same network.
Two Jammu and Kashmir doctors, Adil Ahmad Rather and Muzammil, linked to the module, were recently arrested, which reportedly caused panic among operatives, potentially triggering the Red Fort incident.
The case has now been transferred to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) after Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the situation and directed multi-state operations. Delhi Police have sealed Gates 1 and 4 of Lal Qila Metro Station as part of ongoing security measures, while multiple teams continue to track leads under UAPA, Explosives Act, and BNS provisions. 
[Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by the Benefit News editorial team and is published directly from the IANS news feed.]

Following the Red Fort blast, police seize 60kg of explosives and arrest two suspects

Faridabad Raid Uncovers 60kg Explosives, Two Held

In one of the biggest anti-terror recoveries in recent years, the Jammu and Kashmir Police, in a joint operation with the Haryana Police, seized around 300 kilograms of explosives, an AK-47 rifle, and several rounds of ammunition from Faridabad, following the confession of an arrested doctor from Jammu and Kashmir.
Officials said the bust came after disclosures made by Dr. Adeel Ahmad Rather, who was arrested earlier for his alleged links to banned terror groups. 
&ldquo;The recovery was made during a raid at Al Falah Hospital in Faridabad, based on information provided by Dr. Adeel Ahmad Rather during interrogation,&rdquo; an official said.
During the operation, another doctor, identified as Dr. Muzamil (Mujahil) Shakeel, who was employed at the same hospital, was also arrested for allegedly helping to store and conceal the explosives.
Faridabad Police Commissioner Satender Kumar Gupta said a forensic examination of the seized weapons and explosives is underway.
According to investigators, both doctors, residents of Pulwama district in Jammu and Kashmir, had coordinated to stock the arms and explosives, allegedly in collaboration with terror outfits Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Ghazwat-ul-Hind.
Earlier, the Jammu and Kashmir Police had recovered an AK-47 rifle and ammunition from a locker belonging to Dr. Rather at the Government Medical College in Anantnag.&nbsp;
He was initially arrested from Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, after CCTV footage allegedly showed him putting up posters supporting Jaish-e-Mohammed in Srinagar.
Police sources said the investigation is now focused on how such a large cache of explosives and arms was transported and stored undetected so close to the national capital.
Both accused have been booked under Sections 7/25 of the Arms Act and Sections 13, 28, 38, and 39 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
Officials described the seizure as &ldquo;one of the largest recoveries of explosives linked to the Valley in recent years.&rdquo;
A senior officer said, &ldquo;A wider probe is now focusing on a network of doctors from Jammu and Kashmir suspected of having links with banned terror outfits. More recoveries and arrests are likely.&rdquo;
Meanwhile, a massive anti-terror crackdown is underway across Jammu and Kashmir. 
On Sunday, nine individuals, including a woman, were detained during coordinated raids across several districts, including Ramban, Kishtwar, Doda, Kathua, Reasi, Poonch, and Rajouri, amid intelligence inputs suggesting that terrorists were seeking shelter in the plains for the winter.

Police recover explosives from Faridabad house

Explosives, AK-47 seized near Delhi after J&K doctor’s confession; terror links probed

J&K Doctor’s Confession Uncovers Arms Cache

Around 2,563 kilograms of ammonium nitrate, a chemical used in the manufacture of explosives, were recovered from a house in Fatehpur Taga village of Faridabad, police said on Monday. 
The owner of the house has been detained for questioning.
The development comes a day after the recovery of 360 kilograms of explosives and weapons from another rented house in Dhauj village, occupied by Dr Muzammil Shakil, a 35-year-old physician from Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, who taught at Al-Falah Medical College.
According to Varun Dahiya, Assistant Commissioner of Police (Crime), Faridabad, Dr Shakil had rented the Fatehpur Taga house from a local cleric about eight months ago.
&ldquo;We have found two houses that were rented by the accused. The ammonium nitrate was recovered from the cleric&rsquo;s property. We are questioning Maulana Istaq, but it is too early to share further details,&rdquo; Dahiya said.
Residents of the area said police arrived at the mosque early Monday morning and detained Istaq.
&ldquo;The police have taken away Imam Sahib. I don&rsquo;t know why. He has been serving here for 20 years,&rdquo; said his wife, adding that officers also seized his phone.
Officials said the consignment of ammonium nitrate was sent to Dr Shakil about 15 days before his arrest and was reportedly meant for assembling improvised explosive devices (IEDs) as part of a larger terror plot.
Investigators are also examining the role of a woman doctor known to Dr Shakil. 
She is being questioned in Jammu and Kashmir after an AK Krinkov rifle, three magazines, a pistol with live rounds, and two empty cartridges were recovered from a vehicle registered in her name.

Police recover ammonium nitrate from Faridabad house

Over 2,500 kg ammonium nitrate seized in Faridabad; J&K doctor linked to explosives case

2,563 kg Ammonium Nitrate Seized In Faridabad

Gujarat Congress Internal Dispute: The countdown to the 2027 Gujarat Assembly election has already begun. The 2029 Lok Sabha election is not far away either. The Congress high command is making claims of a change of power in Gujarat. Rahul Gandhi is talking about rebuilding the Gujarat Congress from the ground up. There is talk of removing the &lsquo;lame horses&rsquo; and putting the &lsquo;race horses&rsquo; on the field. But looking at the current state of the Gujarat Congress, one question cannot be avoided: before entering the race, will the Congress even be able to get its own team to stand in one line? Before declaring war against the BJP, the Congress is caught in a political battle within its own house. The question is bitter, but necessary: if a party cannot create unity within its own organisation, how does it expect to take on the BJP&rsquo;s formidable organisational machinery in Gujarat?
Leaders Changed, But Why Didn&rsquo;t the Problem? Keeping the 2027 Assembly and 2029 Lok Sabha elections in mind, the Congress has begun making changes to its Gujarat organisation. The high command wanted to remove the old and inactive structure and bring forward leaders with the ability to fight elections. But when a party repeatedly needs to change its state in-charge, the question becomes bigger than the capability of the individual holding the post. Mukul Wasnik was replaced by Randeep Singh Surjewala as Gujarat Congress in-charge. With the new in-charge came expectations of a new direction, a new strategy and greater discipline within the organisation. Yet, barely had Surjewala taken charge when a controversy erupted within Banaskantha Congress over the organisational structure. That is where the Congress&rsquo;s real trouble begins.
A Symptom of Congress&rsquo;s Organisational Illness Banaskantha is not an ordinary constituency. It is the only Lok Sabha seat in Gujarat that the Congress won in the 2024 general election. That makes it the biggest symbol of political hope for the Congress in Gujarat. So when differences emerge over organisational posts and responsibilities in precisely this constituency, when questions are raised over decisions taken by the state leadership, and when the district organisation itself becomes a subject of controversy, this cannot simply be dismissed as a &lsquo;local dispute&rsquo;. It is a symptom of the Congress&rsquo;s organisational illness. And if this illness continues until 2027, the BJP will be the direct beneficiary. The Congress needs to understand one basic reality: elections are not won through posters, press conferences and speeches by big leaders. Elections are won at the booth. The BJP&rsquo;s organisational machinery is active right down to the booth level. To challenge it, the Congress needs a strong network of workers, clearly defined responsibilities and a united district-level organisation. But here, the very formation of the district organisation is becoming a source of controversy. So where exactly will the Congress find the strength to challenge the BJP at the booth level?
&lsquo;Race Horses&rsquo; or Obstacles in Each Other&rsquo;s Way? Rahul Gandhi talks about identifying the &lsquo;lame horses&rsquo; in Gujarat and bringing the &lsquo;race horses&rsquo; to the forefront. It sounds attractive. But politics does not work that way. Simply choosing good horses does not guarantee victory in a race. The horses must run together rather than pull each other down. The direction of the race must be clear. And the coaching staff cannot be fighting among themselves. Only then can a team win. The Gujarat Congress&rsquo;s problem may not simply be about &lsquo;which leader should be promoted&rsquo;. The real problem is whether the leaders who are brought forward will actually work together. Mukul Wasnik is gone. Randeep Singh Surjewala has arrived. The state in-charge has changed. But if factionalism remains unchanged, internal power struggles remain unchanged, coordination between the district and state organisations remains weak, and organisational decisions themselves continue to trigger controversy, then what exactly is the Congress talking about when it talks of change? Changing faces will not change the Congress&rsquo;s fortunes. Its working style must change. Leadership accountability must be fixed. Factionalism must be brought under control. And above all, the party worker must be given confidence that the Congress is genuinely one team. Because if the Congress wants to fight the BJP, it must first stop its own leaders from fighting each other.
When Will the Political Infighting Within Gujarat Congress End? The biggest illusion for the Congress in the 2027 election would be to assume that public anger against the BJP will automatically translate into Congress votes. Politics does not work that simply. Reaching voters requires sustained ground-level work. It requires a booth-level organisation. It requires coordination among local leaders. It requires worker morale. And above all, it requires leadership running in one direction until election day. If even one of these five links is weak, the entire electoral calculation can collapse. For the Congress, this is no longer the time for experiments. It is the time for decisions. How many state in-charges will be changed? How many meetings will be held? How many times will the organisational structure be reshuffled? The question is no longer who the next Gujarat Congress in-charge will be. The real question is: when will the political infighting within the Gujarat Congress finally end? If every new in-charge is going to inherit the same old disputes, factionalism and internal resentment, then how can a new Congress emerge simply because a new face has arrived?
Will &lsquo;Race Horses&rsquo; Remain Just Another Political Slogan? If the Congress wants to win Gujarat, it must first win within its own organisation. It must win the trust of its workers. It must win the confidence of its district organisations. It must bring its leaders onto one platform. Otherwise, the Congress will lose its internal battle before its fight against the BJP has even begun. And then the talk of &lsquo;race horses&rsquo; will remain nothing more than another political slogan. The Congress has very little time left in the race for power in 2027. If it wants to take on the BJP, it must first stop its own leaders from fighting each other. Because power in Gujarat will not be won through statements from the Gandhi family. It will be won through organisational strength on the ground. The final question is simple: Is the Congress preparing to defeat the BJP, or is it still calculating whom it needs to defeat inside its own house? Want to win Gujarat? Then first, win the Gujarat Congress.

Congress has set its sights on defeating the BJP in Gujarat. But there’s a bigger battle brewing inside its own house.

Congress Wants to Defeat BJP in Gujarat, But Who Will Save Congress From Itself?

Gujarat High Court Launches Study Circle for Advocates: In a major initiative to strengthen the professional skills and legal knowledge of young advocates, the High Court of Gujarat, in collaboration with the Gujarat State Judicial Academy (GSJA), has announced the launch of a Study Circle (Symposium/Workshop) for Advocates Practicing before the High Court of Gujarat with up to 10 years of practice. The programme will be conducted at the Lecture Hall of the Gujarat State Judicial Academy, High Court Campus, Ahmedabad.
Chief Justice Sunita Agarwal Announces Study Circle The initiative was announced by Gujarat High Court Chief Justice and Patron-in-Chief of the Gujarat State Judicial Academy, Justice Sunita Agarwal, after the Flag Hoisting Ceremony held at the High Court Lawns on August 15. The announcement was made in the presence of Justice Bhargav D. Karia, Judge of the Gujarat High Court and President of GSJA, members of the Board of Governors of GSJA, other High Court judges, Senior Advocates and members of the Bar.
Focus on Legal Education and Professional Skills The new Study Circle is being introduced as a continuous legal learning and professional development programme for young members of the Bar. The initiative aims to enhance advocates&rsquo; understanding of legal principles, legal research, drafting and advocacy skills through direct interaction with Senior Advocates and subject experts. The programme is also expected to strengthen academic engagement between the Bench and the Bar and provide advocates with an opportunity to discuss important and evolving legal issues.
Justice Sunita Agarwal Highlights Importance of Continuous Learning Addressing the gathering, Chief Justice Sunita Agarwal highlighted the indispensable role of advocates in the administration of justice. She emphasized that continuous legal education has become increasingly important in an era of rapidly evolving jurisprudence. The Chief Justice also stressed that effective advocacy and strong legal research are essential components of a robust justice delivery system. She appreciated the efforts of the Gujarat State Judicial Academy in conceptualizing and developing the Study Circle programme.
Three Key Legal Modules in First Phase The first phase of the Study Circle will feature three major academic modules covering important areas of High Court practice. Module I will focus on the expanding contours of maintainability in writ jurisdiction under Article 226, an important area of constitutional and administrative law practice. Module II will cover the basic principles of Administrative Law and Second Appeals under Section 100 of the CPC, with particular emphasis on the Doctrine of Substantial Question of Law. Module III will focus on Criminal Law Jurisdiction, particularly the inherent powers of High Courts under Section 482 of the CrPC and Section 528 of the BNSS, including their scope, limitations and principles of judicial discipline.
Study Circle to Be Held Fortnightly The Study Circle is proposed to be conducted on a fortnightly basis, providing advocates with regular opportunities for legal learning and professional interaction. Future sessions will cover a wide range of subjects, including Constitutional Law, Writ Jurisdiction, Arbitration and Conciliation Law, Commercial Law, Public Interest Litigation, Service Law, Taxation Law, Admiralty Jurisdiction, Legal Ethics and Drafting Skills. The programme will also address contemporary legal issues that are particularly relevant to advocates practicing before the Gujarat High Court.
Registration to Begin Soon Registration for the Study Circle (Symposium/Workshop Series) for Advocates Practicing in the High Court of Gujarat &ndash; Series of Academic Modules 2026 will begin shortly through the official website of the Gujarat State Judicial Academy. The programme is specifically intended for advocates practicing before the Gujarat High Court who have up to 10 years of professional practice.
Registration Fee The registration fee for the Study Circle has been fixed at ₹100 per programme, which will be paid by each participating advocate. The workshops will be conducted at the Lecture Hall of the Gujarat State Judicial Academy, High Court Campus, Ahmedabad. Advocates attending the workshops will also receive Certificates of Participation.
Major Step Towards Strengthening Justice Delivery The Gujarat High Court and Gujarat State Judicial Academy's new Study Circle is being viewed as a significant step towards professional excellence and development of the legal fraternity. By bringing young advocates, Senior Advocates and legal experts together for regular academic discussions, the initiative aims to improve legal knowledge, research and advocacy skills while strengthening the Bench-Bar relationship. The broader objective is to contribute towards a more effective and efficient justice delivery system in Gujarat.

Study Circle Launched for Advocates With Up to 10 Years of Practice

Gujarat High Court Big Move

A chilling video of the accused in the Indore MBA student murder case has sparked outrage after he was seen smiling and appearing unconcerned when questioned about the crime.
The accused, Piyush Dhanotia, was arrested for allegedly raping and murdering his 25-year-old classmate in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Police said he strangled the woman on February 10 inside his rented accommodation and later locked the room before fleeing. Her partially decomposed body was discovered days later after residents complained of a foul smell.
However, what has intensified public anger is the accused&rsquo;s demeanour. In a video that surfaced online, Dhanotia is seen smiling when reporters ask him why he committed the crime. When pressed for answers, he responded dismissively, saying that what had happened had already happened and that he would speak at the right time. Throughout the interaction, he showed no visible sign of regret.
Police officials said he admitted during interrogation that he forced the woman into sexual acts and killed her when she resisted, though he has reportedly changed his version multiple times. Investigators are also examining allegations that he circulated objectionable videos of the victim in their college WhatsApp group.
The victim&rsquo;s father has accused the accused of blackmailing his daughter with obscene images and attempting to extort money.
As the investigation continues, the accused&rsquo;s apparent lack of remorse captured on camera has become a focal point of the case, drawing sharp reactions both online and offline.
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Video shows MBA student murder accused laughing amid probe

Indore Murder Accused Smiles on Camera

Galgotias University has landed in controversy after showcasing a robotic dog at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 that was widely believed to be developed by its students. The robot, however, was later identified as a commercially available product made by Chinese robotics firm Unitree Robotics.
The backlash began after a video from the summit went viral, in which a university professor introduced the robot dog, named &ldquo;Orion,&rdquo; and referred to it as being developed at the institution&rsquo;s Centre of Excellence. Social media users were quick to point out that the machine closely resembled Unitree&rsquo;s quadruped robots, which are already available globally for research and industrial use.
Unitree is known for manufacturing advanced four-legged robots designed for tasks such as inspection, obstacle navigation and research applications. Its products are often compared to models developed by global robotics players.
Following the uproar, the Greater Noida-based university issued a clarification stating that it never claimed to have built the robot. It maintained that the robodog was purchased as part of its AI investment initiatives and is being used as a research and learning tool for students. Another faculty member present at the summit reiterated that the display had been misinterpreted and that there was no attempt to conceal the original manufacturer&rsquo;s branding.
Despite the clarification, sources familiar with the developments said the university was asked to vacate its pavilion at the summit amid mounting criticism. The institution, however, denied receiving any formal directive from the organisers or the ministry.
Notably, the robotic dog was removed from display shortly after the controversy escalated online.

Robodog row sparks backlash at India AI Impact Summit 2026

Galgotias Asked to Exit AI Summit

Actor Sidharth Malhotra is mourning the loss of his father, Sunil Malhotra, who passed away recently. The actor shared the news with an emotional message on social media. His wife, Kiara Advani, has now also paid a heartfelt tribute to her father-in-law.
On Wednesday, Kiara took to Instagram to share pictures from her wedding reception, where she and Sidharth were seen smiling alongside his parents. In a deeply personal note, she remembered Sunil Malhotra as a warm, generous, and steady presence in the family. She reflected on how he welcomed her with open arms and unconditional love, describing his kindness, wisdom, and unwavering devotion to his family.
Kiara wrote that his stories, laughter, and quiet strength would remain with her forever. She added that his legacy of integrity and gentleness lives on through his children and grandchildren. Concluding her message, she expressed that he would always be loved and remembered.
The couple is currently in Delhi with their family during this difficult period. Members of the film industry extended their condolences online. Jacqueline Fernandez offered prayers, while Karan Johar and Manish Malhotra shared messages of support.
On the professional front, Sidharth will next appear in Vvan: Force of The Forest, directed by Arunabh Kumar and Deepak Mishra and produced by Balaji Motion Pictures. The film also stars Tamannaah Bhatia and is slated for release later this year.
Kiara, meanwhile, awaits the release of Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, directed by Geetu Mohandas. The film features Yash, Nayanthara, Tara Sutaria, Huma Qureshi, and Rukmini Vasanth in key roles. The film is expected to release on March 19, alongside Dhurandhar 2, directed by Aditya Dhar.

Actor pens heartfelt note after Sunil Malhotra’s passing

Kiara Mourns Sidharth’s Father

Days after 23-year-old Sahil Dhaneshra lost his life in a fatal SUV crash in Delhi&rsquo;s Dwarka, the father of the 17-year-old accused has expressed regret over the incident, stating that his family is &ldquo;deeply grief-stricken.&rdquo; He also confirmed that the Scorpio SUV involved in the accident is part of his commercial transport business.
The crash occurred around 11:50 am on February 3 near Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management in Sector 11, Dwarka. According to police, the SUV rammed into a Yamaha R15 motorcycle, killing Sahil on the spot. The vehicle then struck a parked Swift Dzire, injuring cab driver Ajit Singh.
Post-mortem findings revealed that Sahil sustained a fractured skull, multiple rib fractures, and an elbow injury due to the high-impact collision.
The minor driver was detained at the scene and booked under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for rash driving, negligence causing death, and endangering life. He was later presented before the Juvenile Justice Board and sent to an observation home. On February 10, he was granted interim bail to appear for his Class 10 board examinations.
Meanwhile, the Delhi Police registered a separate case against the boy&rsquo;s father under Section 199A of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, which holds guardians or vehicle owners accountable when a minor commits a traffic offence.
Speaking to the media after being questioned, the father said he was not in the city at the time of the accident and was unaware that his son had taken the vehicle. He stated that the family has cooperated with investigators and provided all necessary documents.
Sahil&rsquo;s mother alleged that her son was killed by a &ldquo;reckless teen&rdquo; just minutes away from his workplace. The 23-year-old, who worked part-time at an insurance firm, had plans to pursue higher studies in the United Kingdom later this year.

Minor held in SUV crash; father booked under MV Act provisions

Dwarka Crash: Accused’s Father Apologises

The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday set aside a March 2025 judgment of the Allahabad High Court that had ruled that grabbing a minor girl&rsquo;s breasts and dragging her under a culvert did not amount to an attempt to rape. The apex court termed the ruling a &ldquo;patently erroneous&rdquo; application of criminal law principles.
A Bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and N.V. Anjaria, held that the high court had incorrectly reduced the charges from attempt to rape under Section 376 read with Section 511 of the IPC and Section 18 of the POCSO Act to lesser offences. The court restored the original summons issued by the Special POCSO Court in Kasganj, clarifying that its observations were prima facie and would not influence the trial&rsquo;s outcome.
Rejecting the high court&rsquo;s reasoning that the accused had merely &ldquo;prepared&rdquo; to commit rape, the Supreme Court reiterated the settled distinction between preparation and attempt, noting that an attempt begins when intent moves into execution. Based on the allegations, including forcibly taking the minor on a motorcycle, dragging her near a culvert, and fleeing only after she screamed, the Bench held that a prima facie case of attempt to rape was clearly made out.
The proceedings were initiated suo motu after senior advocate Shobha Gupta raised concerns over the high court&rsquo;s reasoning. The Supreme Court had earlier stayed the controversial observations and later the entire judgment.
Beyond correcting the legal error, the court addressed a broader concern about insensitivity in judicial handling of sexual offence cases. It requested the National Judicial Academy in Bhopal to constitute a five-member expert committee to frame guidelines aimed at fostering compassion and sensitivity in courts, especially in cases involving minors and vulnerable victims.
The committee, to be chaired by former Supreme Court judge Justice Aniruddha Bose, has been directed to submit a report within three months. The guidelines are to be drafted in simple, accessible language and tailored to Indian realities to ensure they are understandable to victims and laypersons alike.

Top court restores rape attempt charge, seeks sensitivity guidelines

SC Sets Aside HC Order in POCSO Case

India&rsquo;s merchandise imports from Russia plunged by over 40% in January 2026, falling to about $2.86 billion from $4.81 billion a year earlier, official trade figures show, largely reflecting a steep reduction in crude oil purchases.
Crude oil typically accounts for roughly 80% of India&rsquo;s imports from Russia, and estimates suggest purchases of Russian crude last month were significantly lower than in previous years. Other goods imported from Russia include coal, fertilisers, iron, pulses, and precious stones, but these have not offset the slump in oil imports. The downturn in oil imports intensified after mid-2025, following punitive tariffs levied by the United States on Indian goods connected to purchases of Russian oil and ongoing diplomatic pressure. India&rsquo;s refiners, including some major private and state firms, have substantially reduced or halted buying Russian crude as they explore alternative sources.
In early February 2026, Washington eased the additional tariff on Indian products after New Delhi signalled a commitment to &ldquo;stop directly or indirectly importing&rdquo; Russian oil and to increase purchases of energy products from the United States, as well as broadening ties in global energy markets.
Analysts expect the shift in crude sourcing to continue, with Indian refiners eyeing other suppliers, including Middle Eastern and Venezuelan grades, as part of broader diversification strategies.

January sees 40% fall in Russia merchandise imports amid crude cutbacks

India’s Russia Imports Drop Sharply

A 27-year-old man has been arrested in Andhra Pradesh&rsquo;s Annamayya district for allegedly abducting and murdering a seven-year-old girl from his neighbourhood in Madanapalle town.
The child had been playing outside her home on Sunday evening when she went missing, sparking panic among her family and local residents. A missing complaint was filed the following morning, prompting an intensive search operation led by district police.
Investigators reviewed CCTV footage from across the town, which reportedly showed the suspect, a neighbour living opposite the victim&rsquo;s house, taking the child into his residence. Acting on this lead, police searched the house on Tuesday morning.
During the inspection, officers discovered the girl&rsquo;s body concealed inside a water storage drum within the premises. The accused was present at the house at the time and was immediately taken into custody.
Preliminary findings suggest the child was killed inside the residence on Sunday night, and her body was hidden thereafter. Authorities are probing whether sexual assault occurred before the murder, with confirmation pending post-mortem and forensic examination results.
Following the discovery, tensions escalated in the area. Residents and family members staged a protest on the Madanapalle highway, briefly preventing police from shifting the body to the government hospital for autopsy and demanding strict punishment for the accused.
Police have stated that all possible angles, including prior allegations of inappropriate behaviour by the suspect, are being examined as the investigation continues.

Child’s body found in drum; protest erupts in Madanapalle town

7-Year-Old Killed, Neighbour Arrested

The United States and Iran held their second round of indirect negotiations in Geneva, Switzerland, as diplomatic efforts continue amid heightened regional tensions. While both sides indicated forward movement in discussions, parallel military developments have added complexity to the fragile engagement.
Reports suggest the US has significantly reinforced its military presence in the Middle East. Over 50 advanced fighter aircraft, including F-35, F-22 and F-16 jets, were reportedly repositioned to the region within a 24-hour window. The deployment follows Washington&rsquo;s decision to send a second aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, to Middle Eastern waters, underscoring its strategic posture.
Despite the show of force, the Geneva discussions were described as substantive and focused. Iranian officials signalled that preliminary understandings were reached on broad guiding principles that could shape a future agreement. However, they cautioned that drafting and finalising any deal would take time.
On the American side, officials maintained that the talks unfolded largely as anticipated. Washington&rsquo;s core objective remains preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons, a position repeatedly emphasised by senior US leadership.
Meanwhile, regional tensions persisted. Iran temporarily restricted navigation in parts of the Strait of Hormuz during a naval drill, highlighting the waterway&rsquo;s vulnerability. Additionally, US leaders suggested that differences remain over key conditions laid out by President Donald Trump.
As diplomacy continues, both nations appear to be balancing dialogue with deterrence, leaving the broader geopolitical landscape uncertain.

Second Geneva round shows progress as military moves raise stakes

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