Law

Kerala State Film Awards controversy turns murkier, lands in High Court

IANS | August 7, 2023 12:57 PM

Kochi, Aug 7 (IANS) With complaints before Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan over the manner in which Ranjith, chairman of Kerala State Chalachitra Academy that runs the state film awards selection, is interfering in the decision of the jury when the awards was decided, director M. Lijeesh approached Kerala High Court on Monday, making the controversy murkier.

Courts navigate legalities of live-in relationships to ensure fairness

Supriya Ramesh | August 6, 2023 1:23 PM

New Delhi, Aug 6 (IANS) The shifting currents of time and evolving societal dynamics have led to a transformation in the types of relationships individuals engage in. While traditional marriage continues to hold its position, the idea of live-in relationships is progressively gaining traction within the fabric of society.

Imran Khan handed 3-yr jail term in Toshakhana case (Ld)

IANS | August 5, 2023 2:37 PM

Islamabad, Aug 5 (IANS) In a major development, the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Saturday issued its verdict in the Toshakhana case against former Prime Minister Imran Khan, sentencing him to at least three-years imprisonment and imposing a fine of 100,000 PKR.