NHRC issues notice over alleged risks to kids' data privacy in US AI company-NGO Pratham collaboration

IANS | February 27, 2026 10:13 AM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, the Department of School Education and Literacy, the Department of Higher Education, and all states and union territories over concerns relating to the protection of children’s personal data in an Artificial Intelligence-based education initiative.

US courts grant bond relief to Indians held in immigration detention

IANS | February 27, 2026 8:33 AM

Washington, Feb 27 (IANS) Federal courts across the United States this week have ordered bond hearings or immediate release for several Indian nationals held in immigration detention.

SC issues notice on PIL seeking cap on political party election expenditure

IANS | February 26, 2026 8:34 PM

New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notice to the Centre and the Election Commission of India (ECI) on a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking imposition of a ceiling on election expenditure incurred by political parties.

Gauhati HC issues notice to Assam CM Sarma over 'Miya' remarks

IANS | February 26, 2026 6:52 PM

Guwahati, Feb 26 (IANS) In a significant development, the Gauhati High Court on Thursday issued notice to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on a batch of petitions seeking action against him for allegedly making repeated speeches targeting a particular community.

Kerala HC stays release of 'Kerala Story 2' for 15 days

IANS | February 26, 2026 2:46 PM

Kochi Feb, 26 (IANS) In a significant development that has sent ripples through the film industry and political circles alike, the Kerala High Court on Thursday stayed the release of the controversial film "Kerala Story 2" for 15 days, just a day before its scheduled theatrical debut.

Mumbai Sessions Court acquits Sanjay Raut in Medha Somaiya defamation case

IANS | February 26, 2026 1:43 PM

Mumbai, Feb 26 (IANS) A Mumbai Sessions Court on Thursday acquitted Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut in a criminal defamation case filed by Medha Somaiya, wife of BJP leader Kirit Somaiya.

‘They fired a gunshot’: SC directs seizure of NCERT book, contemplates contempt action against officials

IANS | February 26, 2026 12:33 PM

New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Thursday came down heavily on the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) over references to “corruption in the judiciary” in a Class 8 Social Science textbook, observing that the controversy appeared to be the result of a “calculated move” that has left the judiciary “bleeding”.

SC to hear today PIL against false FIRs, seeks preventive measures

IANS | February 26, 2026 9:06 AM

New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Thursday a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking directions to the Centre and state authorities to install “display boards” at police stations, court complexes and public offices highlighting the penal provisions and punishment for filing false complaints, false charges and fabricated evidence.

Ashutosh Brahmachari levels serious allegations against Swami Avimukteshwaranand

IANS | February 25, 2026 6:56 PM

Prayagraj, Feb 25 (IANS) Spiritual leader Ashutosh Brahmachari Maharaj on Wednesday made a series of serious allegations against Swami Avimukteshwarananda Saraswati during a press conference in Prayagraj, claiming misconduct at an ashram and naming several individuals he described as accused.

SC declines to entertain plea against release of film 'Yadav Ji Ki Love Story'

IANS | February 25, 2026 6:47 PM

New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain a plea seeking to restrain the release of the feature film ‘Yadav Ji Ki Love Story’, observing that the movie’s title does not portray the Yadav community in a negative light.

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NHRC issues notice over alleged risks to kids' data privacy in US AI company-NGO Pratham collaboration

US courts grant bond relief to Indians held in immigration detention

SC issues notice on PIL seeking cap on political party election expenditure

Gauhati HC issues notice to Assam CM Sarma over 'Miya' remarks

Kerala HC stays release of 'Kerala Story 2' for 15 days

Mumbai Sessions Court acquits Sanjay Raut in Medha Somaiya defamation case

‘They fired a gunshot’: SC directs seizure of NCERT book, contemplates contempt action against officials

SC to hear today PIL against false FIRs, seeks preventive measures

Ashutosh Brahmachari levels serious allegations against Swami Avimukteshwaranand

SC declines to entertain plea against release of film 'Yadav Ji Ki Love Story'

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