The Delhi high court ruled women returning from maternity leave deserve their original positions. A chartered accountant received ten lakh rupees compensation…
US passport rules: Parents may need to prove citizenship status for children
Times of India – World
· India
The US state department is considering a policy requiring parents to verify their citizenship before their children are born in the country. This initiative is…
Bombay HC orders CBI probe into Sushant Singh Rajput’s ex-manager Disha Salian's death
Times of India – World
· India
The Bombay high court ordered a CBI investigation into Disha Salian's death. The court questioned Mumbai Police's failure to register an FIR for murder allega…
Jury in Bruce Lehrmann’s Queensland rape trial may face questions about prior knowledge of case
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Lehrmann is accused of raping a woman in 2021 and will stand trial in Toowoomba in November. He intends to contest the chargesGet our breaking news email, free…
British man deported from Sweden despite living there since childhood
The Guardian – World
· Europe
John Sellers, 34, who moved with his family to Sweden aged 10, has been ejected despite his recent marriage to a SwedeA 34-year-old British man who has lived i…
Ray Hadley used homophobic slur against Alan Jones after 2GB withdrew offer of $4m breakfast radio gig, court hears
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Hadley is giving evidence in trial of former 2GB rival Jones, 85, who has pleaded not guilty to 22 indecent assault and sexual touching chargesGet our breaking…
‘No sexual intent’: HC quashes harassment case over man’s public urination
Times of India – World
· India
The Karnataka high court quashed a criminal case filed under BNS Section 75(2). The court ruled accidental exposure while answering nature's call is not an of…
Singapore jails Indian man who hid US$154,000 diamond in mouth during heist
South China Morning Post – World
· China
A thief was sentenced to 26 months and two weeks’ jail on Tuesday for his role in a Singapore Chinatown diamond heist.
He had hidden a custom-made fake gem in …
Honduran Court Clears Ex-President Juan Orlando Hernández
The New York Times – World
· US
President Trump’s decision set Juan Orlando Hernández free in December. On Tuesday, a court dismissed money laundering and fraud charges against him, effective…
Federal judge tosses Trump lawsuit over young trans athletes in California school sports
The Guardian – World
· Europe
In a major LGBTQ+ rights victory, the justice department cannot force the state to ban trans girls from women’s sportsA federal judge has dismissed the Trump a…
Tribunal alters gay ex-IAF man 'dismissal' to 'routine discharge'
Times of India – World
· India
- AFT principal bench approved dismissal order for an IAF non-commissioned officer.
- Officer confessed to misconduct during tribunal proceedings.
- Tribun…
Delhi bus gang-rape case: At minor’s UP village, locked house and silence
Times of India – World
· India
The survivor's family has left their village fearing media intrusion and social stigma. Villagers expressed shock upon learning about the horrific incident fro…
After maternity leave, women have right to resume at same functional status: HC
Times of India – World
· India
- Delhi High Court mandates women return to same role, status, responsibilities post-maternity leave.
- Awards Rs 10 lakh compensation for workplace discrimi…
No fresh evidence after 40 years, court sets aside FIR order in 1984 riots case
Times of India – World
· India
- Delhi court dismisses 2017 FIR order in 1984 anti-Sikh riots deaths case.
- Court cites 40-year delay as key reason for overturning FIR.
- No fresh credi…
ICE holds man with stage 4 cancer in detention despite permanent US residency
The Guardian – World
· Europe
ICE spokesperson says Loreto Javar failed to disclose criminal conviction in Philippines when he applied for visaA 76-year-old man holding permanent US residen…
Pakistan High Court directs jail authorities not to keep Imran Khan, wife in solitary confinement
The Hindu – World
· India
The court also directed that former PM’s family members be allowed to meet him as permitted under jail rules and ordered authorities to make arrangements for t…
US court ends Trump’s 75-country visa pause: What it means for Indians
Indian Express – World
· India
- U.S. resumed immigrant visa appointments for 75 countries after a court ruled the Trump policy was unlawful.
- The policy aimed to prevent applicants from …
Rs 100 Crore Defamation Suit: HC to hear plea on Dhoni deposition; venue of recording in focus
Times of India – World
· India
- Former IPS officer G Sampath Kumar seeks court direction to video record evidence of former cricket skipper M.
- Madras High Court to decide on recording e…
Judge tells jury in Lindsay Clancy trial to keep deliberating after deadlock
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Clancy does not deny strangling her three children but says postpartum psychosis led to her actionsThe judge has told the jury in the Lindsay Clancy trial to k…
Keir Starmer, Former UK Prime Minister, Says He Will Resign From Parliament
The New York Times – World
· US
Keir Starmer, who left Downing Street in July after pressure from his own party, said he would quit his parliamentary seat to focus on a role in international …
The Rs 2.05 crore question: Can Meta be blamed for what its glasses record?
Times of India – World
· India
He has alleged he was covertly filmed with Ray-Ban Meta glasses and turned into subject of viral content. His legal notice now raises a larger question: Can Me…
What’s next after China court freezes US$318m in Nexperia assets amid Wingtech battle?
South China Morning Post – World
· China
A Chinese court’s order to freeze 2.14 billion yuan (US$318 million) in Nexperia-affiliated assets has cemented the operational independence of its Chinese man…
The Supreme Court's recent verdict has annulled all FIRs filed against students engaged in protests related to NEET across the country. This notable decision s…
SC quashes FIRs against NEET protesters, but with a caveat for 'hardened criminals'
Times of India – World
· India
- Supreme Court quashed all FIRs against student protesters using special powers.
- FIRs were registered across different regions of the country.
- Protest…
Chinese mahjong club owner pays US$2,800 over failed first aid, then gets refunded
South China Morning Post – World
· China
A mahjong parlour owner in central China paid compensation of 19,000 yuan (US$2,800) following a failed first aid attempt on an elderly customer but received a…
Thailand jails activist over royal motorcade live streaming
South China Morning Post – World
· China
A Thai court has sentenced a 25-year-old activist to two years in prison for violating the country’s strict royal insult law, a rights group said, with her law…
Who is Gurmeet Singh? Indian-origin man stripped of US citizenship over rape
Indian Express – World
· India
- U.S. court revoked Gurmeet Singh's citizenship after he concealed a 2011 rape and kidnapping during naturalization, per DOJ.
- Singh, a taxi driver, was co…
U.S. Supreme Court allows Trump's ballroom project to proceed
The Hindu – World
· India
The conservative-dominated court voted 5-4 to lift a lower order demanding construction be halted, with Chief Justice John Roberts notably joining the court's …
Expedia Fights Off Claim for Damages by Cuban Exile Families
The New York Times – World
· US
A jury in Florida found that in their suit against the travel booking company, the plaintiffs had failed to prove ownership over tourism properties in Cuba.
US Supreme Court allows Trump ballroom project to proceed
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
· Europe
The ruling was backed by five of the court's six conservative justices. US President Donald Trump praised the decision in a post on his Truth Social platform.
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- Delhi High Court rules women returning from maternity leave are entitled to same position.
- Entitlement ensures job security and equal opportunities post-leave.
- Decision reinforces workplace equality and legal protections.
- Ruling emphasizes gender equity in employment practices.
US passport rules: Parents may need to prove citizenship status for children
Source: Times of India – World
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- US State Department may require parents to prove their own citizenship/immigration status for child passport applications.
- Parents must submit proof of their legal status to apply for their child's passport.
- Policy targets verifying parental eligibility for passport issuance.
- Change could impact passport applications for children of non-citizens.
As US seeks Gaza donor’s extradition, wife warns of ‘terrifying precedent’
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- James ‘Fergie’ Chambers, accused of aiding Hamas via $7.5m transfers to Tunisia, faces U.S. extradition from Spain amid claims of political persecution.
- His wife and lawyers deny wrongdoing, stating his $1m+ Gaza donations and humanitarian work are targeted by U.S. authorities.
- Spanish authorities may block extradition if it’s deemed politically motivated, as the sealed indictment lacks evidence against Chambers.
- Chambers, a Marxist-Leninist, funds global projects and claims U.S. charges are baseless, citing Tunisia’s football team support as philanthropy.
What is Thailand’s new amnesty Act? | Explained
Source: The Hindu – World
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- Thailand's Peaceful Society Promotion Act (2026) grants amnesty for political offenses (2005–2025) excluding lese majeste, murder, and corruption, aiming to reconcile with Thaksin Shinawatra supporters.
- A committee will review cases, clear records, and dismiss charges for over 5,000 prosecuted since 2006, including pro-Shinawatra and anti-monarchy activists.
- Critics argue lese majeste exclusions enable censorship, with youth facing harsh penalties, despite calls for amnesties for minors charged under the law.
- The Act reflects a strategic move to balance political factions, but its broad amnesty raises concerns about legal protections for dissenters and youth.
Bombay HC orders CBI probe into Sushant Singh Rajput’s ex-manager Disha Salian's death
Source: Times of India – World
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- Bombay High Court ruled in Disha Salian case, directing FIR registration.
- Judgment delivered on Wednesday, MUMBAI.
- Court mandated registration of first information report.
- Case involves legal proceedings on alleged misconduct.
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty in national security case
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Joshua Wong faces life sentence for foreign collusion charge under Beijing’s national security law, pleading guilty to urging foreign sanctions against China.
- Charge involves asking foreign nations to impose sanctions or blockades, punishable by up to life imprisonment for "grave nature."
- Wong, serving a 5-year subversion sentence, is a key figure in Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement and co-founded dissolved Demosisto.
- Prosecutors allege he met with U.S. officials like Pelosi and Rubio, while judge delayed sentencing amid Western diplomats’ presence.
Jury in Bruce Lehrmann’s Queensland rape trial may face questions about prior knowledge of case
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Bruce Lehrmann faces rape charges from 2021, set for trial in Toowoomba, November 2, with intent to contest the case.
- Prosecution may question jurors about prior knowledge under Queensland’s Jury Act Section 47 due to potential bias.
- Section 47 allows judges to inquire into jurors’ pre-trial exposure, potentially discharging or replacing them.
- Court adjourned for two weeks to allow legal filings; defense not required to respond to prosecution’s application.
British man deported from Sweden despite living there since childhood
Source: The Guardian – World
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- John Sellers, a Brit living in Sweden for 24 years, was deported despite marriage to a Swede and EU residency rights, highlighting Brexit's impact on UK citizens.
- Sweden leads EU in Brexit-related deportations, with over 2,500 Britons ordered to leave, including elderly and vulnerable individuals.
- Sweden’s strict post-Brexit rules block late residency applications, leading to deportations without criminal ties, unlike other EU nations.
- Families face emotional and financial strain, prompting calls for policy review and EU scrutiny of Sweden’s implementation of the Brexit withdrawal agreement.
Ray Hadley used homophobic slur against Alan Jones after 2GB withdrew offer of $4m breakfast radio gig, court hears
Source: The Guardian – World
·
- Ray Hadley testifies in Alan Jones's trial, admitting to homophobic slurs and derogatory terms, including calling him "a faggot" and threatening to "tear him apart."
- Jones faces 22 indecent assault charges; Hadley revealed a $4m contract offer was withdrawn, fueling his animosity and threats.
- Defense claims charges are "trial by media," citing Hadley's past hostility and media-driven attacks on Jones.
- Hadley admitted winking at a gallery attendee, mistaking her for a reporter, prompting a judge's investigation into potential witness contact.
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty to foreign collusion
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty to foreign collusion charges.
- He is serving jail time for 2020 unofficial primary election participation.
- Faces life imprisonment for the collusion charge.
- Already incarcerated for previous 2020 election offense.
‘No sexual intent’: HC quashes harassment case over man’s public urination
Source: Times of India – World
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- Karnataka High Court quashed criminal case against man under BNS Section 75(2).
- Case involved Section 75(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
- Quashing reflects legal review and potential dismissal of charges.
- Court's decision highlights judicial oversight in criminal proceedings.
Honduran court drops case against ex-President Hernandez after Trump pardon
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Honduras court dropped corruption charges against former President Juan Orlando Hernandez, citing lack of evidence linking him to budget decisions during the alleged scheme.
- Hernandez called the case political persecution, claiming it aimed to banish him and harm his family, despite past scrutiny over drug trafficking and alleged bribes.
- Trump pardoned Hernandez in 2025, influencing Honduras’ election amid concerns of a biased trial, though his domestic charges were suspended.
- The Pandora scandal saw multiple officials, including Hernandez, face dropped charges for misusing $10.8m in public funds during 2010–2013.
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty to collusion
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- Joshua Wong pleaded guilty to colluding with foreign entities, facing up to life in prison after already serving a 5-year sentence for subversion.
- Charged with conspiring with Nathan Law to seek foreign sanctions against Hong Kong/China in 2020, he confirmed his guilty plea in court.
- Activist’s history includes 2012 protests, 2014 Occupy Movement, and co-founding dissolved Demosisto party under national security law.
- Critics highlight his case as an example of authorities silencing dissent, with Western diplomats present during his trial.
Singapore jails Indian man who hid US$154,000 diamond in mouth during heist
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Serasiya Milan Ramnikbhai and accomplice were arrested at the airport after a Chinatown robbery.
- They swapped fake and real diamonds, hiding the genuine stone in his mouth.
- Counterfeit diamond was crafted in Surat, matching the target’s specs and serial number.
- Mangroliya planned the scheme, sourced the fake, and arranged travel logistics.
Honduran Court Clears Ex-President Juan Orlando Hernández
Source: The New York Times – World
·
- Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández was freed from remaining charges in Honduras after a court dismissed money laundering and fraud accusations.
- The court ruled no legal elements of money laundering existed, clearing him of charges from his 2010 presidential campaign.
- Crowds celebrated Hernández’s release in Tegucigalpa, with him addressing supporters and calling the persecution against his family “ended.”
- Hernández, pardoned by Trump in December 2022 after a 45-year U.S. prison sentence, now faces no legal barriers in Honduras.
Federal judge tosses Trump lawsuit over young trans athletes in California school sports
Source: The Guardian – World
·
- Federal judge dismisses DOJ's lawsuit against California's trans-inclusive sports policy, marking a major LGBTQ+ rights victory.
- DOJ failed to provide clear notice that federal funding tied to banning trans girls from sports, per the court's ruling.
- Supreme Court upheld anti-trans laws in West Virginia and Idaho but avoided a national ban on trans athletes.
- Trans students face harassment, and advocates celebrate the ruling as protection against discriminatory policies.
Cisco accused of fostering a hostile workplace for Muslim and Arab employees
Source: Al Jazeera – News
·
- Cisco faces EEOC claims of violating civil rights via anti-Arab/Muslim harassment linked to activism against tech sales to Israeli military.
- Employees allege hostile work environment, retaliation, and removal of pro-Palestine open letters, with hate comments documented in a 76-page report.
- EEOC found Cisco retaliated against staff for pro-Palestine efforts, while mediation and pending legal actions continue.
- Advocacy groups praise EEOC’s stance, emphasizing protections for Muslim, Arab, and Palestinian employees against workplace discrimination.
Could the man who murdered a Christian missionary and his sons walk free in India?
Source: BBC News – World
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- Dara Singh, convicted for 1999 murder of Australian missionary Graham Staines and his sons, seeks early release via Supreme Court petition, citing remorse and good behavior.
- The 1999 crime, linked to anti-Christian violence, sparked global outrage and remains a sensitive issue in India’s minority communities.
- Singh faces multiple convictions for other heinous acts, including church arson and attacks on religious minorities, all committed in 1999.
- Supreme Court delayed review of his plea, with authorities awaiting additional paperwork before deciding on his release.
Tribunal alters gay ex-IAF man 'dismissal' to 'routine discharge'
Source: Times of India – World
·
- AFT principal bench approved dismissal order for an IAF non-commissioned officer.
- Officer confessed to misconduct during tribunal proceedings.
- Tribunal upheld disciplinary action against the military personnel.
- Decision reflects strict enforcement of service regulations.
Delhi bus gang-rape case: At minor’s UP village, locked house and silence
Source: Times of India – World
·
- Family of 17-year-old survivor left Mainpuri village, locking home amid media intrusion.
- Two accused in Noida-Delhi bus gang-rape case arrested.
- Family relocating to avoid media harassment.
- Case remains under legal scrutiny with ongoing investigations.
After maternity leave, women have right to resume at same functional status: HC
Source: Times of India – World
·
- Delhi High Court mandates women return to same role, status, responsibilities post-maternity leave.
- Awards Rs 10 lakh compensation for workplace discrimination.
- Urges employers to ensure equal opportunities post-leave.
- Calls for stronger legal protections and enforcement mechanisms.
No fresh evidence after 40 years, court sets aside FIR order in 1984 riots case
Source: Times of India – World
·
- Delhi court dismisses 2017 FIR order in 1984 anti-Sikh riots deaths case.
- Court cites 40-year delay as key reason for overturning FIR.
- No fresh credible evidence against police officers cited.
- Decision underscores challenges in prosecuting old cases.
ICE holds man with stage 4 cancer in detention despite permanent US residency
Source: The Guardian – World
·
- 76-year-old Loreto Javar detained by ICE for failing to disclose a 1970s Philippines murder conviction during 1995 visa application, rendering him ineligible for U.S. residency.
- Javar, with no U.S. criminal history, applied for citizenship in 2025; daughter claims he followed all rules, but ICE cited past conviction as grounds for removal.
- Advocacy group petition highlights Javar’s interrupted cancer treatment, missed appointments, and consulate’s unfulfilled promise of $300 support for his care.
- Trump’s deportation campaign targets “violent criminals,” but data shows most deported had no convictions, amid public backlash against ICE’s enforcement actions.
Pakistan High Court directs jail authorities not to keep Imran Khan, wife in solitary confinement
Source: The Hindu – World
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- Islamabad High Court orders no solitary confinement for Imran Khan and wife, allowing family visits, medical care, and daily newspapers/books.
- Supreme Court rejects early contempt hearing request over Khan’s hospital transfer, citing pending cases.
- Government moved Khan to state hospital instead of private one, citing security, despite court order.
- Pending legal battles include health concerns, family access, and compliance with court directives.
US court ends Trump’s 75-country visa pause: What it means for Indians
Source: Indian Express – World
·
- U.S. resumed immigrant visa appointments for 75 countries after a court ruled the Trump policy was unlawful.
- The policy aimed to prevent applicants from becoming a public charge by temporarily halting visa issuances.
- The pause affected 75 countries, but India wasn’t included, so the ruling doesn’t directly impact Indian nationals.
- A separate State Department training program paused visa appointments globally.
Rs 100 Crore Defamation Suit: HC to hear plea on Dhoni deposition; venue of recording in focus
Source: Times of India – World
·
- Former IPS officer G Sampath Kumar seeks court direction to video record evidence of former cricket skipper M.
- Madras High Court to decide on recording evidence via video.
- Petition aims to ensure proper documentation of the evidence.
- Case involves a former cricket skipper's testimony.
Sexual assaults happening almost every day in Ceuta, prosecutors say
Source: BBC News – World
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- 5,000 migrants remain in Ceuta after 72,000 crossed from Morocco, sparking unrest and 23 sexual assaults, including nine against children.
- Spanish government faces criticism for delayed action, with aid packages and a royal visit planned to assert control.
- Social media disinformation, linked to Russia and Israel, fueled migration, despite Morocco denying involvement.
- Migrants face violence and exploitation, with victims often hesitant to report due to their vulnerable status.
Judge tells jury in Lindsay Clancy trial to keep deliberating after deadlock
Source: The Guardian – World
·
- Jury deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy's trial, delayed to Wednesday after failing to reach a unanimous verdict on her alleged murder of three children.
- Clancy claims postpartum psychosis caused the killings; prosecutors argue she knowingly committed the acts, facing life prison or mental health confinement.
- Trial highlights her medical history, including 13 medications and psychiatric care, with civil litigation pending against her healthcare providers for malpractice.
- Support hotlines provided for maternal mental health in the U.S., U.K., and Australia.
Keir Starmer, Former UK Prime Minister, Says He Will Resign From Parliament
Source: The New York Times – World
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- Keir Starmer resigns as UK PM, steps down from Parliament to focus on international affairs, defense, and global security.
- Andy Burnham succeeds Starmer as Labour leader and PM after his July resignation.
- Special election to replace Starmer in his London constituency, a Labour stronghold, amid improved poll ratings.
- Green Party’s Zack Polanski may contest the seat, aiming to expand his parliamentary presence in London.
The Rs 2.05 crore question: Can Meta be blamed for what its glasses record?
Source: Times of India – World
·
- Delhi man sends legal notice to Instagram creator and Meta after alleged harassment and covert filming at a café.
- Incident involves alleged use of Ray for covert surveillance, leading to legal action.
- Creator and Meta face claims of enabling harassment through their platforms.
- Case highlights concerns over privacy violations and tech misuse in public spaces.
What’s next after China court freezes US$318m in Nexperia assets amid Wingtech battle?
Source: South China Morning Post – World
·
- Chinese court froze 2.14 billion yuan in Nexperia assets to protect subsidiaries from asset transfers, pending until 2029.
- Freezes affect four subsidiaries in Dongguan, Shanghai, and Wuxi, including equity stakes in Wingtech and Itec BV.
- Decision isolates Nexperia’s Chinese manufacturing from European HQ, enhancing operational independence.
- Legal move aims to safeguard assets while allowing daily operations, per Beijing law firm expert.
- Supreme Court quashed FIRs against individuals.
- Abhijeet Dipke, CJP founder, welcomed the decision.
- The ruling ended legal proceedings against the accused.
- CJP's reaction highlights support for judicial intervention.
SC quashes FIRs against NEET protesters, but with a caveat for 'hardened criminals'
Source: Times of India – World
·
- Supreme Court quashed all FIRs against student protesters using special powers.
- FIRs were registered across different regions of the country.
- Protests involved student groups facing legal action.
- Court action aims to protect protesters from prosecution.
Chinese mahjong club owner pays US$2,800 over failed first aid, then gets refunded
Source: South China Morning Post – World
·
- China’s Civil Code protects Good Samaritans from liability for accidental harm during rescues.
- A mahjong owner in Hunan paid 19,000 yuan in compensation but received a refund after government intervention.
- Luo, a 60s man, collapsed in the parlour; the owner attempted first aid and called an ambulance.
- Luo died after receiving medical care, highlighting legal safeguards for rescuers.
Thailand jails activist over royal motorcade live streaming
Source: South China Morning Post – World
·
- Thai court sentences 25-year-old activist to 2 years for royal insult law violations over live stream criticizing police during a royal motorcade protest.
- Court ruled her actions defamed the monarchy, citing repeated insults and lack of good-faith free speech.
- Activist denies charges, claims her comments targeted police conduct, not the monarchy.
- Lawyer vows to appeal, arguing it was a legitimate exercise of free speech and assembly rights.
Who is Gurmeet Singh? Indian-origin man stripped of US citizenship over rape
Source: Indian Express – World
·
- U.S. court revoked Gurmeet Singh's citizenship after he concealed a 2011 rape and kidnapping during naturalization, per DOJ.
- Singh, a taxi driver, was convicted of first-degree rape and sentenced to 20 years in prison.
- DOJ emphasized citizenship is not a shield for criminals, citing expedited denaturalization efforts.
- Case followed a February 2022 complaint, highlighting enforcement of immigration integrity.
U.S. Supreme Court allows Trump's ballroom project to proceed
Source: The Hindu – World
·
- U.S. Supreme Court allows Trump to proceed with White House ballroom construction, 5-4, with dissenting justices calling the project "likely unlawful."
- National Trust for Historic Preservation claims harm to historical interests, but court dismisses their standing due to vague claims.
- Dissenting justices argue Trump lacks congressional authority for the project, despite a law requiring it.
- Project includes a military bunker, which was allowed to continue after earlier court halts, while legal battles persist.
Apple shares ‘shocking evidence’ against former employee accused of stealing company data for OpenAI
Source: TechCrunch
·
- Apple alleges former employee Chang Liu stole trade secrets for OpenAI, citing a laptop and confidential circuit schematics used in his work.
- Liu allegedly destroyed evidence with OpenAI colleague Yu-Ting Peng, claiming Apple’s authentication bug enabled unauthorized access.
- OpenAI defends Liu, arguing residual access post-employment is common due to Apple’s poor access management.
- Apple seeks injunction and expedited discovery, citing over 400 former employees at OpenAI potentially involved.
Expedia Fights Off Claim for Damages by Cuban Exile Families
Source: The New York Times – World
·
- Expedia won Florida court case against Cuban plaintiffs who claimed company exploited confiscated properties; jury found no proof of ownership or confiscation records.
- Plaintiffs used Helms-Burton Act to sue Expedia for facilitating bookings at hotels on seized Cuban land.
- Expedia defended with claims of authorized Obama-era travel licenses, but jury didn’t address this due to lack of ownership proof.
- This is Expedia’s second Cuba-related victory, following a $1.7 billion lawsuit over Sanchez Hill family properties.
US Supreme Court clears way for Trump to keep building White House ballroom
Source: BBC News – World
·
- Supreme Court allows $400m White House ballroom construction, 5-4 ruling blocks lower court halts, with Chief Justice Roberts dissenting on legality.
- National Trust for Historic Preservation challenged project, arguing Congress didn’t approve it, but court dismissed their standing to sue.
- Roberts’ dissent warned of separation of powers issues, while Trump praised the ruling as a victory for his security and event space needs.
- The project, alongside a helipad, is part of Trump’s plan to reshape Washington’s landmarks, including Lincoln Memorial and a proposed “Arc de Trump.”
US Supreme Court allows Trump ballroom project to proceed
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
·
- Supreme Court allows Trump's $400M ballroom project, 5-4 ruling; Trump praises decision.
- Conservatives ruled plaintiffs lacked standing; offense isn’t a valid legal injury.
- Chief Justice Roberts and liberals dissent, calling project unlawful without congressional approval.
- National Trust sued over East Wing demolition; administration cited security threats for project.
Amazon rigged $20bn worth of ad prices, US lawsuit alleges
Source: BBC News – World
·
- Amazon faces FTC and 22 states' lawsuit alleging it overcharged advertisers by manipulating auctions, siphoning $20bn since 2019.
- The FTC claims Amazon replaced auction results with higher prices to boost profits, while Amazon denies misleading advertisers.
- Advertisers paid close to their winning bid 80% of the time, allegedly due to Amazon’s dissatisfaction with ad revenue.
- Amazon’s shares fell 2.5% post-lawsuit, with the FTC accusing it of harming consumers through passed-on costs.
FTC accuses Amazon of running a ‘secret ad surcharge scheme’ in new lawsuit
Source: TechCrunch
·
- Amazon faces FTC and 22 states' lawsuit over secretly inflating ad prices via hidden surcharges and fake bidders.
- The practice allegedly affected 1M+ brands, generating tens of billions in extra revenue.
- Amazon shifted auctions from second-price to first-price in 2019, hiding the change to maximize ad revenue.
- Amazon disputes claims, calling the FTC's allegations "misguided" and asserting transparency in its auction system.
Ex-congressman George Santos banned from betting platform for life
Source: BBC News – World
·
- Kalshi banned George Santos from trading after alleging insider trading on his own State of the Union attendance, citing suspicious bets and false statements.
- Santos earned $17,839 from trades linked to his attendance, facing a $71,356 penalty and federal investigation over alleged non-public info use.
- Prediction markets face heightened scrutiny as platforms strengthen monitoring amid rising misconduct reports and regulatory pressure.
- Santos, expelled from Congress for fraud, denied wrongdoing but admitted identity theft, highlighting compliance challenges in politically charged markets.
US singer D4vd's celebrity lawyers withdraw from murder case
Source: BBC News – World
·
- D4vd's lawyers withdrew; public defender appointed to represent him in murder trial.
- Trial set for 19 October; charges include murder, mutilation, and child sexual abuse.
- Prosecution warns defense changes may delay proceedings or require evidence review.
- Victim allegedly threatened D4vd before death, linking case to financial gain and potential death penalty.
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