Trump's media co adds over $1 billion in value after mkt debut
International Business News: Trump's Media & Technology surges with investors betting on re-election. Truth Social gains $959M value. Legal woes include criminal trial over hush m Key Points
Times Of IndiaLok Sabha 2024: How to know if your candidate has any criminal record? EC says...
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar said political parties must inform “what is the basis of the selection of a candidate with a criminal background”. Kumar also spoke about the KYC app where voters can information related to candidates. Key Points
mintNew criminal laws, replacing colonial-era codes, to come into effect from July 1
Three new criminal laws, which were recently passed in Parliament and secured Presidential assent, will come into force from July 1. These laws will replace the British-era codes. Key Points
India TodayDoctors exempt from criminal prosecution for 'medical negligence' in Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita bill
Indian Medical Association had last yr requested that doctors be exempt from criminal proceedings in criminal law bill which will replace IPC. It was passed by Lok Sabha Wednesday. Key Points
ThePrintSupreme Court told Centre considering amendments in IPC, CrPC
The central government is actively considering amendments in criminal laws, the law officer said, adding, Consultations have taken place. In fact, I have personally asked the government to take an active role in this. Some of this (amendments) has to do with the sedition laws. Key Points
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Pidilite, Bajaj Finance, Nestle India, Asian Paints & more — companies Rahul Gandhi has invested in
Election affidavit filed by Wayanad MP shows he has 18 criminal cases against him. He also owns commercial property in Gurugram, co-owns agricultural properties & no residential property. Key Points
ThePrintARC Body calls for safeguards against filing of criminal cases
The Association of Asset Reconstruction Companies has appealed for the intervention of the finance ministry in order to issue an advisory that directs state governments to prevent the lodging of criminal cases against lenders and its officials. The current criminal cases against lenders have been seen as intimidation tactics which may lead to recovery efforts being stalled. Key Points
Economic TimesEC launches 'Know Your Candidate' app for voters ahead of Lok Sabha polls; Check if candidates have crimin
The Election Commission of India has launched the 'Know Your Candidate' (KYC) app, enabling voters to check the criminal records of candidates standing for elections. This app aims to promote transparency in the electoral process, ensuring voters have access to crucial information about candidates. The app is available for download on both Android and iOS platforms. Key Points
Economic TimesVaishnaw makes a case for reforming economic laws to suit India's growth requirement
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw advocates for reforming economic laws in India to align with the country's growth requirements, using the enactment of three new criminal laws as an example. He also highlights the government's focus on the manufacturing sector for employment generation. NITI Aayog introduced 'NITI For States' and the 'Viksit Bharat Strategy Room' to enhance decision-making. Key Points
Economic Times3 criminal laws replacing IPC, CrPc to come into effect from July 1
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha. Sanhita and the Bharatiya Sakshaya Act will come into effect from July 1. | Latest News India Key Points
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CBI 'spread too thin', must focus on crimes that truly threaten nation's security, says CJI Chandrachud
At D.P. Kohli Memorial Lecture on agency's Raising Day, CJI says special CBI courts merely ‘new avatars’ of existing courts, adds that quick disposal of cases need of the hour. Key Points
ThePrintThree new criminal laws to come into force from July 1, 2024: Govt notification
The Indian Home Ministry announced the enactment of three new criminal bills, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, effective from July 1, 2024. These bills repeal the British-era Indian Penal Code, the Code of criminal Procedure, and the Indian Evidence Act. Key Points
Economic TimesWorld's 'most criminal countries' ranking: India behind US, UK at 77 spot
India stood at 77 spots while the US and UK were ahead of India in the criminal ranking country. .The USA was at 55th number and the UK at 65th rank, according to the World of Statistics Key Points
mintAmit Shah announces plan to amend criminal law bill, exempting doctors from criminal prosecution in medica
The Indian government, responding to a request from the Indian Medical Association (IMA), plans to amend the criminal law bill to exempt doctors from criminal prosecution in cases of death due to medical negligence, announced Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Currently, such cases are treated as criminal negligence under Section 304A of the Indian Penal Code, with offenders facing imprisonment for up to two years or a fine or both. Key Points
Economic TimesGulnara Karimova ‘Princess of Uzbekistan’ accused of heading crime syndicate ‘The Office’: 15 points
Gulnara Karimova indicted in money laundering case in Switzerland. Karimova, daughter of President Islam Karimov, has been accused of heading an international crime syndicate ‘The Office’. Key Points
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After 25 years, CBI arrests bank fraud accused who had fled to US
The accused, Rajiv Mehta, was wanted by the CBI in a criminal case registered in 1998, involving offenses of cheating, theft, and criminal conspiracy. He had fled to the US to avoid arrest. Key Points
India TodayVaishnaw for reforming laws to suit India’s growth requirement
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday made a case for reforming economic laws to suit India’s growth requirement as has been done... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaNew criminal laws get Parliament nod, Rajya Sabha passes bills with voice vote
Hit-and-run cases will be punishable by 10 years' imprisonment while a lenient view is taken in cases of road accidents where the accused attends to the victims by taking them to hospital, Shah said. The bills provide for timelines from the registration of FIRs to the investigation and filing of charge sheets. Trial in absentia will now take place of accused such as those in bomb blasts or economic offences who, after committing crimes, are hiding, he said. Key Points
Economic TimesDawood Ibrahim hospitalised in Karachi amid poisoning speculations: Reports
Dawood Ibrahim hospitalised in Karachi amidst speculation of poisoning. Known for criminal activities, he's under tight security, the sole patient on his hospital floor. Reports suggest his decades-long stay in Pakistan despite India's pursuit. Recent revelations detail his remarriage and family ties in Karachi. The National Investigation Agency's chargesheet unveils his second marriage and allegations against his group orchestrating attacks in India. The D-Company, under his alleged control, maintains criminal influence in Mumbai, per the Global Terrorism Index. Key Points
Economic TimesCow vigilante Kerehalli arrested by Bengaluru CCB under Goonda Act
Puneet Kerehalli, a self-proclaimed cow vigilante, has been arrested in Bengaluru under the Goonda Act due to his involvement in criminal activities, including extortion and disruption of cow slaughter operations. He is facing a total of 10 cases in Karnataka. The arrest comes after Karnataka's Minister for Rural Development and Panchayat Raj called for action against cow vigilantism. Kerehalli's criminal record dates back to 2013, with charges including murder and assault. | Latest News India Key Points
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