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Saudi Arabia executed two Bangladeshis without informing Dhaka, government says
Bangladesh has requested clarification about the execution of two Bangladeshi nationals in Saudi Arabia. These executions occurred without prior notification to Bangladeshi authorities on October 14. The Bangladeshi government is seeking copies of court verdicts and details about the offenses. Saudi Arabia has not yet responded to these inquiries from Bangladesh. The situation remains sensitive given the large Bangladeshi workforce in Saudi Arabia and their remittances.
Steve Jobs gave Tim Cook one piece of advice before Apple's CEO transition: 'Never ask what I would do...’
Tim Cook succeeded Steve Jobs as CEO of Apple, following Jobs' advice to create his own leadership style. Jobs emphasised the importance of independent decision-making in order to continue Apple's legacy. Under Cook's leadership, Apple expanded its services and maintained operational discipline while facing new challenges in technology. Cook's tenure is marked by collaboration and innovation, steering the company toward future growth.
Delhi court declares Siddharth Khera absconder in Rs 400-crore Seagull Maritime case
A Delhi court has declared Siddharth Khera an absconder in a fraud case involving Seagull Maritime Agencies. Judicial Magistrate Deepakshi Rana ordered police to register an FIR after Khera failed to appear in court. The Supreme Court had previously allowed the investigation agency to explore diplomatic channels for his deportation. The allegations include diverting business payments to related firms alongside his father, Ajay Khera.
Posters on a Mangaluru roadside wall called a Supreme Court judgment a denial of justice, 13 men booked, now Karnataka High Court has quashed the FIR
Karnataka High Court has quashed an FIR against 13 men who put up posters in Mangaluru criticising a Supreme Court judgment. The court held that disagreeing with a verdict is not an offence unless the legal conditions are met.
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SC stays execution of death sentence of convict in 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts case
The Supreme Court has stayed the execution of the death sentence for Mohammad Tanvir related to the Ahmedabad bomb blasts. A bench agreed to hear his plea challenging the Gujarat High Court's verdict from July. The High Court had upheld death sentences for 38 operatives from the Indian Mujahideen linked to the blasts. The Supreme Court requested reports on Tanvir's behavior and prison work over the next eight weeks.
Indiana woman contested father’s will to leave entire estate to his fiancée after death, lost the appeal, was ordered to pay $22,208 and now faces additional appellate penalty
An Indiana woman who challenged her late father’s will after he left his entire estate to his fiancée instead of his three children has lost her appeal. The court upheld a $22,208.18 legal-fee order against her and directed a lower court to calculate additional fees for her unsuccessful appeal.
YES Bank book value may fall up to 26% after SC ruling on AT-1 bonds
The recent Supreme Court ruling on AT-1 bonds poses a serious risk to Yes Bank’s financial stability. A potential payout near ₹8,415 crore could lead to a significant decline in its book value per share. Moreover, this may weaken the bank's CET1 ratio, limiting its growth potential and ability to absorb losses, which is already reflected in its plummeting share price since the announcement.
Sumitomo-backed Yes Bank pegs AT1 bond verdict hit at Rs 5,217 crore
Yes Bank's reported profit for the September quarter could have turned into a loss due to the AT1 bond ruling. The bank's CET-1 ratio would drop significantly if the Supreme Court's decision is fully implemented. Investors are concerned as mutual funds pause investments in the bank's AT1 bonds. Yes Bank is assessing the legal and financial implications of the Supreme Court's judgment.
Yes Bank to seek Supreme Court review of Rs 8,415 crore AT1 bond write-down verdict
The move would mark the next legal step for the lender after the apex court upheld the Bombay High Court judgment quashing the March 2020 write-down of the AT1 instruments issued by Yes Bank.
Court sentences Tahir Hussain to 2 years in jail for abetting 2020 Delhi riots
Tahir Hussain, previously an AAP councillor, has been sentenced to two years of rigorous imprisonment for his role in inciting riots. The court indicated he misused his political influence to enable violence rather than upholding order. On February 24, 2020, he permitted rioters to utilize his residence for attacking citizens and properties. His defense of being powerless was dismissed due to insufficient proof.
Yes Bank weighs next steps after SC upholds verdict on AT-1 bond write-down
Yes Bank is examining the Supreme Court ruling regarding the write-down of Additional Tier-1 bonds. The Supreme Court upheld a prior Bombay High Court decision that quashed the bank's March 2020 action. Following the judgment, the bank is considering its legal options and future steps. The Reserve Bank of India and Yes Bank had previously appealed the High Court's ruling.
Private citizens can complain against candidates for false election affidavits: Supreme Court
The top court said the restriction under Section 195 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) will not come in the way of filing a complaint in such cases. Section 195 of the CrPC restricts criminal courts from taking direct cognisance of certain specific offences unless a written complaint is formally filed by the authorised public servant or the concerned court.
SC ruling deals a heavy blow to Yes Bank's risk equity capital
Yes Bank is facing a significant reduction in its Common Equity Tier-1 capital buffer following a recent Supreme Court ruling. The court reversed the earlier write-down of over $800 million related to additional Tier-1 bonds. Analysts suggest that this verdict could lower Yes Bank's CET1 ratio to approximately 11-11.5%. The bank is currently analyzing the judgment to assess the final impacts on its financial standing.
Blue Drum Murder Case: Muskan Rastogi, Sahil Shukla skip dinner and cry through the first night after death sentence in Saurabh Rajput murder
Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla are facing the death penalty for the murder of Saurabh Rajput. The couple reportedly struggled emotionally after the court's judgment and has begun the appeal process. Muskan wishes to meet her older daughter, Pihu, while her infant daughter remains with her in prison. Saurabh's family expressed their wish to avoid adopting Radha, but are open to caring for Pihu.
Trump says military execution will not be livestreamed
US President Donald Trump has stated that the execution of Nidal Hasan will not be streamed online. Immediate family members of the victims will have the option to view the execution in person. This announcement comes after discussions among government officials and public opinion against live streaming. Nidal Hasan was convicted of murdering 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009.
Supreme Court upholds Bombay HC ruling quashing YES Bank's Rs 8,415 crore AT1 bond write-off
The Supreme Court has confirmed the Bombay High Court's verdict that invalidated YES Bank's write-off of AT1 bonds totaling Rs 8,415 crore, part of a March 2020 restructuring plan. Investors, both institutional and retail, took their grievances to the High Court, leading to YES Bank, the RBI, and the Centre appealing this outcome. This ruling now grants bondholders a pathway to recover their investments that were previously at risk.
Go and earn money, SC tells Rajpal Yadav; allows release of his passport to travel abroad for work
Yadav had earlier secured some relief from the top court on October 7, when he proposed selling his ancestral property to settle the outstanding dues in a series of cheque-bounce cases that have been going on for years.
Biocon settles US patent dispute with Roche's Genentech, eyes 2027 Perjeta biosimilar launch
Biocon announced a settlement with Genentech over its biosimilar, Pebrilzo, of the cancer drug Perjeta. The agreement allows Biocon to launch Pebrilzo in early 2027 in the UK and EU, and in late 2028 in the US. In response to Genentech's patent infringement suit, the New Jersey court dismissed the case at Genentech's request. The details of the settlement agreement remain confidential between the companies involved.
Allahabad HC sets 3-month deadline for UP panchayat polls
The Allahabad High Court ordered the Uttar Pradesh government to complete the three-tier panchayat election process within three months. Outgoing gram pradhans will continue to serve as administrators until the elections are conducted. Opposition parties have raised concerns about potential delays and the impact on upcoming Assembly elections. The court's decision follows numerous petitions seeking timely elections and proper reservation processes.
Meerut Blue Drum Case: Muskan Rastogi and her lover Sahil Shukla get death sentence for murdering Saurabh Rajput after 13-month trial
A Meerut court has sentenced Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla to death for murdering Saurabh Rajput and destroying evidence in the March 2025 blue drum murder case.
Why America stopped showing executions: The 1936 Kentucky hanging that sparked a ban, and what a Hasan firing squad livestream could change 90 years later
On August 14, 1936, thousands of people travelled to Owensboro, Kentucky, to watch a man die. The man was Rainey Bethea, a Black man sentenced to death for rape. His hanging became one of the most notorious spectacles in American criminal justice history. Now, nine decades later, the US is confronting a similar question. The Pentagon has scheduled former Army Major Nidal Hasan’s execution by firing squad for December 3, 2026, at Fort Hood, Texas.
SHRM offered senior specialist role in June 2024, revoked it a month later over employee’s request to bring medical service dog to work; court orders HR giant to pay $400,000
A jury ruled that the Society for Human Resource Management, or SHRM, failed to accommodate a job applicant. Plaintiff Fiona Torres claimed SHRM revoked her job offer due to her need for a medical service dog. The jury awarded Torres $400,000 in compensatory damages for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act. SHRM plans to appeal the verdict while asserting their offered alternatives for Torres were adequate.
Karnataka Cabinet to decide on appeal against High Court ruling on SC/ST quota
The Karnataka Cabinet will review the High Court's ruling that annulled the increased SC/ST reservation in college admissions. This law raised SC reservation from 15% to 17% and ST reservation from 3% to 7%. The government will also analyse its impact on past recruitments completed under the 56% reservation structure. Congress leaders are urging a reconsideration of the 50% quota ceiling set by the Supreme Court.
SC finds defects in Rahul Gandhi-led bloc's plea against CEC Gyanesh Kumar: What are the 10 problems flagged in the petition?
The Supreme Court registry has flagged 10 defects in Rahul Gandhi and other INDIA bloc leaders' petition against CEC Gyanesh Kumar over alleged voter deletions and irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The objections reportedly include missing authorisation documents, an unclear identity card of Mallikarjun Kharge and a court-fee shortfall of Rs 220.
SC registry points out 10 defects in Rahul Gandhi's plea in SIR case
On Monday, the Supreme Court registry identified multiple defects in a petition filed by Rahul Gandhi and others. The registry requested a clear copy of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's ID card and noted missing pages in the documentation. Additionally, a shortfall of over Rs 200 in court fees was highlighted. The petition seeks an independent committee to investigate electoral roll modifications during the Special Intensive Revision period.
Pinarayi Vijayan files 4 appeals in Kerala HC against order to register case in "Masappadi" case
The court issued the directive while considering a plea seeking a detailed investigation into allegations of illegal monetary transactions between a private mining firm and high-profile political leaders and entities.
Tenant to pay Rs 24 lakh for unauthorised stay after failing to prove landlords sought eviction without returning Rs 10 lakh security amount: Delhi HC order
Tenant ordered to pay Rs 24 lakh for unauthorised stay after failing to prove landlords wanted to evict without giving back Rs 10 lakh security amount; Delhi HC order explained.
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