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The Times of India Granting bail with very stringent conditions is no bail at all, says SC

The Supreme Court has advised courts to steer clear of imposing onerous bail conditions that are difficult to meet, equating excessive bail with no bail. This arose while hearing a plea from an accused unable to provide sureties across several states. The court stressed the need to balance legal requirements with the accused's fundamental rights under Article 21.

The Times of India Didi writes to PM, tries to put focus on rapes elsewhere too

Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has urged PM Narendra Modi for special fast-track courts to address sexual violence, emphasizing trial conclusion within 15 days. She called for stringent central legislation for women's safety. Her nephew, Abhishek Banerjee, stressed the need for an anti-rape law, highlighting the alarming frequency of rapes and demanding stricter punishments.

The Times of India If doctors are not on duty, they will be marked absent, says SC

The Supreme Court defended doctors protesting the R G Kar hospital incident against coercive actions for their 11-day absence but denied full attendance for that period. It asked them to resume work, highlighting disruptions in patient care and promised that their concerns would be addressed by a National Task Force.

The Times of India Pact with Congress, CPM final for 90 Jammu & Kashmir seats: Farooq

Farooq Abdullah's National Conference and Congress have finalized an alliance to contest all 90 seats in the J&K assembly elections. The coalition, which includes CPM, aims to restore J&K’s statehood, stripped in 2019. Congress leaders Kharge and Rahul Gandhi emphasize statehood restoration as a priority and criticize BJP's claims regarding terrorism reduction.

The Times of India Pact with Congress, CPM final for 90 Jammu & Kashmir seats: Farooq

Farooq Abdullah's National Conference and Congress have finalized an alliance to contest all 90 seats in the J&K assembly elections. The coalition, which includes CPM, aims to restore J&K’s statehood, stripped in 2019. Congress leaders Kharge and Rahul Gandhi emphasize statehood restoration as a priority and criticize BJP's claims regarding terrorism reduction.

The Times of India 'A1' & 'A2' milk labels misleading: FSSAI

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has directed food businesses and e-commerce players to stop using 'A1' and 'A2' labels on milk products, calling them misleading. Current regulations do not recognize this beta-casein protein differentiation. Companies are given six months to exhaust pre-printed labels, with no extensions allowed.

The Times of India Siddaramaiah cabinet advises governor to nods for HDK prosecution

The Karnataka cabinet, under CM Siddaramaiah’s leadership, advised Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot to act on pending prosecution cases against Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy and other MLAs. Emphasizing public demand for accountability, the cabinet aims to address allegations of political retaliation amid the controversy over the governor's recent sanction to prosecute Siddaramaiah.

The Times of India High Court: Why have RTE if you can't give security to girls?

The Bombay High Court censured the state for its delayed response to the sexual assault of two minor girls at a Badlapur school. The court questioned the police for their inaction and demanded to know why the second victim's statement had not been recorded and why no action had been taken against the school.

The Times of India Worried over security, Dhaka high commissioner tells Yunus

India stressed its commitment to cooperation with Bangladesh for peace and development, while highlighting concerns over the security of Indian establishments and minorities. During a meeting with the interim government, assurances were given on citizen protection. Emphasis was placed on high-level collaboration for water issues and the UN team's upcoming visit for human rights discussions.

The Times of India MSP likely to be key issue on agenda of new panel

The Supreme Court is expected to form a multi-member committee to address the farmers' demand for legal guarantees on the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for all crops. Additional concerns include compensation to families of deceased farmers, withdrawal of related cases, and opposition to smart prepaid electricity meters. MSP remains the key issue uniting the farmers.

The Times of India Ex-RG Kar principal Sandip Ghosh, 4 others agree to take polygraph test

Sandip Ghosh, ex-principal of RG Kar Medical College, and four colleagues of a junior doctor, found raped and murdered, agreed to polygraph tests following a CBI request. The CBI aims to resolve discrepancies in their statements. The victim's parents allege evidence destruction and demand justice, expressing frustration with the investigation's progress.

The Times of India Ex-RG Kar principal Sandip Ghosh, 4 others agree to take polygraph test

Sandip Ghosh, ex-principal of RG Kar Medical College, and four colleagues of a junior doctor, found raped and murdered, agreed to polygraph tests following a CBI request. The CBI aims to resolve discrepancies in their statements. The victim's parents allege evidence destruction and demand justice, expressing frustration with the investigation's progress.

The Times of India Officials raze illegal complex of Ayodhya rape accused

Authorities in Ayodhya demolished a multi-storey shopping complex owned by Moeed Khan, an SP functionary arrested for allegedly gang-raping a 12-year-old. This action follows the demolition of another illegal property owned by him. The victim had undergone a court-sanctioned abortion, and DNA tests are now underway for evidence collection.

The Times of India Officials raze illegal complex of Ayodhya rape accused

Authorities in Ayodhya demolished a multi-storey shopping complex owned by Moeed Khan, an SP functionary arrested for allegedly gang-raping a 12-year-old. This action follows the demolition of another illegal property owned by him. The victim had undergone a court-sanctioned abortion, and DNA tests are now underway for evidence collection.

The Times of India Supreme Court to form panel to sort farm issues 'for all times'

The Supreme Court intends to set up a committee to resolve farmers' issues at the Shambhu border. The Punjab and Haryana governments have been asked to submit relevant issues for the committee's consideration. A hearing is scheduled for September 2, and the states are urged to engage with farmers to remove tractors and trolleys from the highway.