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Abdul Rahim, from Kozhikode, Kerala, arrived in Saudi Arabia in 2006 to work as a driver. Around Rs 34 crore was collected for the release of Abdul Rahim, who has been in prison for 18 years and facing the death penalty in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The Karnataka High Court has blocked the state government's order transferring Chamarajpet Veterinary Hospital's land to the Waqf Board after residents and organizations challenged the decision. The court's stay order maintains the status quo, preserving the hospital's facilities and highlighting the importance of upholding community rights and essential public services.

Heeramandi: Manisha Koirala stars as Mallikajaan, a ferocious courtesan. Fans have applauded her performance throughout the series, but one moment starring her and Adhyayan Suman has had everyone buzzing. Koirala's one of scenes with Adhyayan from the show have caught fans' attention on X; know more about it.

The Lewes Crown Court sentenced the accused to six years in prison and banned him from driving for 8 years.  The police stated the crash would not have occurred if the accused had been driving within the speed limit. 

A Kerala man was sentenced to triple life for sexually abusing his minor daughter in July of last year. Thiruvananthapuram Fast Track Special Court (FTSC) pronounced the sentence. 

The Karnataka High Court has quashed the SFIO investigation into alleged procedural irregularities in the 2007 merger of Kingfisher Airlines and Deccan Aviation. The court ruled that since no victims filed complaints, initiating criminal prosecution would abuse the legal process. It highlighted protection against retrospective criminalization and criticized the SFIO's actions under the Companies Act 2013.

Prabir Purkayastha, founder of NewsClick, faces serious charges under UAPA for allegedly receiving funds to spread pro-China propaganda and support terrorist activities. The charge sheet claims NewsClick received Rs 91 crore for such activities, including funding rioters and undermining COVID-19 efforts. Purkayastha's associations with terrorist organizations are also alleged.

The AAP leader had also sought interim bail to participate in campaigning for the Lok Sabha elections, but his counsel informed the court that the plea had become redundant as the regular bail petition was under consideration.

A man has been sentenced to a cumulative 106-year jail term by the Devikulam Fast Track Special Court (POCSO) Judge Sirajuddin P A for the rape of a mentally challenged girl in Idukki, Kerala. 
 

The Madras High Court mandates e-passes for travellers to Ooty and Kodaikanal during peak seasons to manage congestion and environmental strain. Exemptions exist for residents. The Tamil Nadu government will devise application guidelines, and district administrations will oversee the process. Stakeholder collaboration is vital for a smooth transition and sustainable tourism practices.

AstraZeneca has acknowledged that its Covishield vaccine can cause thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS), a rare but serious condition. This admission came during a class-action lawsuit initiated after a recipient suffered permanent brain damage from TTS. Although AstraZeneca insists the vaccine's benefits outweigh the risks, it faces potential liability and significant compensation claims.

The Uttarakhand State Licensing Authority disclosed in an affidavit submitted to the Supreme Court on Monday (April 29) that manufacturing licenses for 14 products of Patanjali Ayurved Ltd and its sister concern, Divya Pharmacy, were suspended on April 15.
 

A former SI identified as Sajeev Kumar was sentenced to rigorous imprisonment for molesting a Class 11 child by the Thiruvananthapuram Special Fast Track Court today. The incident took place in 2019.

The Supreme Court on Monday issued a stay order on any further probe into the illegal appointments within the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). However, the order regarding the termination of 25,000 teachers recruited illegally, has not been stayed.

Former IPS Officer Debasish Dhar has approached the Supreme Court of India after the cancellation of his candidature for West Bengal’s Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Dhar's nomination was revoked on technical grounds by the district election office.