Morning Digest | SC says remission to Bilkis Bano convicts a case of misusing SC order; T.N. bags investment of over ₹6 lakh crore at GIM, and more
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Grant of remission a ‘classic case’ of using SC to violate law: verdict
The Supreme Court on January 8 said the grant of remission to 11 men serving life sentence in the Bilkis Bano case was a “classic case” of using a Supreme Court order to violate the law.
T.N. receives investment proposals worth ₹6.64 lakh crore during investors’ meet
Tamil Nadu attracted an impressive investment commitment to the tune of over ₹6.64 lakh crore through 631 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) that would generate nearly 27 lakh jobs across sectors at the conclusion of the first Global Investors Meet (GIM 2024) conducted by the DMK government at Chennai Trade Centre on January 8.
Opposition parties hail Supreme Court verdict against premature release of Bilkis Bano’s rapists
Opposition parties across the political spectrum on Monday hailed the Supreme Court order that quashed the Gujarat government’s remission of sentence and premature release of the 11 rapists in the Bilkis Bano case, with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge claiming that the verdict exposed the “misdeeds” of the Home Ministry and the Gujarat government.
Franz Beckenbauer, World Cup winning player and coach, dies at 78
Israeli forces kill Palestinian militants responsible for bus attack in West Bank; Al Jazeera reporter arrested for covering Israeli operation.
Yemen's Houthi rebels release crew of hijacked ship amid ceasefire efforts, facing potential U.S. terrorism designation reinstatement.
Islamic State claims responsibility for killing Chinese national in Afghanistan, amid ongoing security concerns for Chinese investors.
Saudi Crown Prince plans to invest $600 billion in the U.S., strengthening economic ties and potential defense partnerships.
Trump's Justice Department freezes civil rights litigation, may reconsider police reform agreements, signaling major changes under new leadership.
Nepal increases Mount Everest climbing fees by 36%, introduces measures to control pollution, effective September 1, 2025.
Trump selects Sean Curran as director of U.S. Secret Service, citing his courage during assassination attempt.
LGBTQ+ couples in Thailand register their marriages on the first day of law giving them equal status
Thailand legalizes same-sex marriage, granting LGBTQ+ couples equal rights and recognition, marking a historic milestone in Asia.
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia acquitted in sabotage case after no evidence found, undergoing treatment in London.
China's relations with U.S. partners are evolving as Biden's legacy is questioned and Trump's return looms.
South Korea's anti-corruption agency transfers criminal investigation of impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol to prosecutors for indictment.
Republican-led House approves bill requiring detainment of unauthorized immigrants accused of theft and violent crimes, aligning with Trump's immigration crackdown.
India's External Affairs Minister discusses legal return of undocumented Indians from the US, emphasizing support for legal mobility.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirms support for Israel, discusses Iran, hostages, and peace efforts with Netanyahu.
Female student killed and another student wounded on January 22, 2025, in shooting in a Nashville high school cafeteria; Police Chief John Drake said the shooter ‘confronted’ the 16-year-old student in the cafeteria and opened fire, killing her.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on January 22, 2025, he would add new tariffs to his sanctions threat against Russia if the country does not make a deal to end its war in Ukraine, and added that these also could be applied to ‘other participating countries’
President Trump demands apology from Episcopal bishop after prayer service, sparking controversy over LGBTQ+ and migrant worker comments.
Panama complains to U.N. over Trump's threat to seize Panama Canal, launches audit of Hong Kong-linked operator.