January 10, 2026

Supreme Court demands Romeo-Juliet clause in POCSO Act to safeguard teen love from misuse

The Supreme Court has asked the Union government to add a Romeo-Juliet clause in the POCSO Act. This clause will protect teen love relationships from being wrongly punished. The court says many POCSO cases are misused by families to settle personal scores. The move aims to stop misuse and support genuine adolescent relationships.

January 10, 2026

Kerala Elderly Raise Healthcare, Safety Concerns at KSEC Hearing

Over 150 senior citizens and groups voiced their concerns on healthcare, insurance, and safety at the Kerala State Elderly Commission meeting. They highlighted issues with government schemes, insurance costs, dementia care, and support services for elders.

January 10, 2026

Karnataka official demands strict action in Inam Veerapur honour killing case

A.R. Krishnamurthy, Chairman of Karnataka Legislature’s SC/ST Welfare Committee, calls for strict punishment in the Inam Veerapur honour killing case. Officials vow help to victim’s family and warn against repeat incidents.

January 10, 2026

West Corporation Meets Residents to Tackle Road Cutting, Parking and Footpath Issues in Malleswaram

In a lively public meeting, West Corporation officials and Residents Welfare Associations discussed road-cutting, parking, and footpath encroachments in Malleswaram. The corporation’s new paid parking plan was praised. Commissioner Rajendra K.V. urged citizens to report illegal road cuts and footpath encroachments to improve local infrastructure.

January 10, 2026

Telangana Govt Clarifies No Move To Take Back MANUU Land; Show-cause Notice To Be Withdrawn

Telangana Minorities Welfare Minister Mohammed Azharuddin said the government will not reclaim MANUU land. The show-cause notice sent earlier will be withdrawn. MANUU’s Vice-Chancellor Syed Ainul Hasan refused to remove the notice from the varsity website, stirring brief tension.