India

Delhi High Court fines dishonest litigants over illegal constructions

In four orders issued over two weeks in October, the Delhi High Court imposed costs ranging from Rs 50,000 to Rs 1 lakh on petitioners accused of using legal processes for blackmail and extortion in cases involving alleged illegal constructions. Justice Mini Pushkarna decried the trend of unscrupulous individuals approaching the court with nefarious motives to arm-twist builders. The rulings highlight efforts to curb misuse of judicial authority in Delhi's property disputes.

Indian court treats XRP as property in WazirX dispute

A Madras High Court judge has ruled that cryptocurrency qualifies as property under Indian law, barring WazirX from reallocating a customer's XRP holdings. The decision came in a case involving customer Rhutikumari after a hack affected the exchange. This precedent may influence how crypto exchanges handle user assets during insolvency.

Cyclone Montha nears Andhra Pradesh coast as state braces for landfall

October 27, 2025 Raj Patel

Cyclone Montha is set to make landfall near Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday evening as a severe cyclonic storm with winds up to 110 kmph. Coastal districts experienced strong winds and heavy rainfall on Monday, prompting evacuations and high alerts across the region. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu is overseeing preparations and has directed officials to ensure safety in vulnerable areas.

Delhi high court questions tribunal's authority on navy gender rules

A full bench of the Delhi High Court has questioned whether the Armed Forces Tribunal can assess the constitutionality of Navy Act provisions excluding transgender individuals from service. The court sought the defence ministry's stance amid a petition by a former sailor challenging their discharge. The matter impacts personnel across all armed forces branches.

Delhi extends deadline for air quality innovation challenge

The Delhi government has received 48 entries for its Innovation Challenge aimed at improving the city's air quality, with the submission deadline now extended to November 15. Most proposals focus on air purification and reducing vehicular emissions. Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa described the initiative as a collective mission for cleaner air.

Actor Satish Shah undergoes kidney transplant

October 27, 2025 Raj Patel

Veteran Indian actor Satish Shah has undergone a kidney transplant following a history of dialysis and a heart procedure. Medical experts affirm that such transplants are safe when performed at reputable centers, boasting a success rate of around 98 percent. The procedure raises broader questions about kidney disease treatment in India.

Gangster arrested at Delhi airport for plotting rapper attack

Gurugram Police arrested wanted criminal Sunil Sardhania at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport on Sunday, months after he claimed responsibility for an attack on Haryanavi rapper Rahul Fazilpuria. Sardhania, who had fled to Costa Rica using a fake passport, was nabbed with assistance from the Ministry of Home Affairs and Interpol as he returned to India. The arrest marks a significant breakthrough in the July shooting incident near Gurgaon.

Fear of deportation drives rush to CAA camp in Nadia

In West Bengal's Nadia district, people fearing deportation to Bangladesh are queuing at a BJP MLA's camp to apply for citizenship under the Citizenship Amendment Act. Many claim persecution in their home country and seek official recognition after years in India. The initiative highlights anxieties fueled by media reports and political rhetoric.

Australian cricketers face harassment in Indore

October 27, 2025 Raj Patel

Two Australian women's cricket players were stalked and sexually harassed by a motorcyclist while walking in Indore during the ICC Women’s World Cup. The accused, Aqeel Khan, a serial offender with 10 prior criminal cases, was quickly arrested. Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya's comments placing responsibility on the women for not informing security have sparked criticism.

Panel to discuss Ladakh sanctuaries for defence projects

The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife is set to discuss proposals for diverting land in Ladakh's protected areas for military facilities this week. These include areas from the Changthang Cold Desert Wildlife Sanctuary and Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary, home to endangered species like snow leopards. The moves highlight tensions between strategic defence needs and ecological preservation in the border region.