Nelson Mandela's quote, "A nation should not be judged by how it treats its highest citizens, but its lowest ones," emphasizes that true national character is revealed by how society treats its most vulnerable, not its elite. This perspective, forged by his 27 years of imprisonment, highlights compassion and fairness as measures of a nation's values.
Actor Rajpal Yadav has been sentenced to three months imprisonment and a fine of Rs 1.05 crore per case for defaulting on a loan. The court dismissed his cases and upheld the Sessions court's order, citing repeated violation of undertakings. His wife, Radha, was also fined Rs 5 lakh per case.
Actor Rajpal Yadav has been sentenced to three months in jail for each of seven cheque bounce cases related to a Rs 9 crore debt. The Delhi High Court also ordered him to pay Rs 1.05 crore per case to the complainant and Rs 25,000 to the State. His wife, Radha Yadav, must pay over Rs 5 crore per case.
The Delhi High Court has upheld Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav's conviction in multiple cheque bounce cases, sentencing him to 3 months imprisonment. The court dismissed his petitions challenging the trial court's judgment, noting his payment of approximately Rs 4.25 crore to the complainant.
Derryn Hinch, the "human headline" known for his outspoken journalism and political career, has died at 82. Hinch, who served as a senator, was twice jailed for naming sex offenders and had a career marked by controversy, health battles, and a rags-to-riches story.
A 41-year-old palliative care doctor in Berlin has been sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering 15 critically ill patients between 2021 and 2024. He administered lethal drug combinations without consent and attempted to cover his tracks with fires. Prosecutors are investigating dozens more cases.
A mother and father are on trial for child abuse and abandonment resulting in death. Prosecutors are seeking 9 years imprisonment for both, while the defense seeks leniency. The verdict is scheduled for July 15.
Four Ukrainian Marines, including brigade and battalion commanders, have been sentenced to life imprisonment in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR) for their alleged involvement in the blockade of Mariupol and the killing of civilians and prisoners of war. The Russian Investigative Committee stated their actions led to 93 deaths and 81 attempted murders.
The Gujarat High Court upheld a special court's verdict sentencing 38 individuals to death and 11 to life imprisonment in the 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts case. The court also ordered compensation for victims and their families.
Jailed Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong will plead guilty to conspiring with a fugitive former lawmaker to collude with foreign forces. A plea and sentencing hearing is scheduled for September 2. The charge carries a maximum penalty of life imprisonment under the national security law.
Rochdale grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed's release after 14 years has caused widespread fear among victims and a whistleblower, who criticize the 'weak' probation service. Despite being stripped of British citizenship, a legal loophole prevents his deportation to Pakistan, prompting political leaders to explore options to amend legislation and ensure his removal.
Sara Rowbotham, who exposed the Rochdale grooming gang, expresses fear over the impending release of leader Shabir Ahmed, citing probation service failings and his lack of remorse. His deportation to Pakistan, promised in 2012, is now barred by the Immigration Act 1971, causing concern among victims and local MPs.
A Pakistani anti-terrorism court sentenced civil rights activists Mahrang Baloch and Sibghatullah Shahji to life imprisonment for the killing of a paramilitary soldier during a July 2024 protest in Gwadar. The verdict, which the activists deny and plan to appeal, has drawn sharp criticism from human rights organizations, who view it as a suppression of fundamental rights advocacy in Balochistan.
Iranian filmmaker and activist Mahnaz Mohammadi, a survivor of prison and torture, discusses her new fictional film "Roya" inspired by her experiences. She discusses the psychological impact of her imprisonment, her defiance against the regime, and her hope for change in Iran.
Former South Korean first lady Kim Keon-hee, already imprisoned for corruption, received an additional seven-year sentence for accepting "high-value precious metals" in exchange for favors in personnel appointments, with the court highlighting the rarity of such valuables.
Pakistani anti-terrorism court sentenced Dr. Mahrang Baloch and fellow activist Sibghatullah Shah to life imprisonment for terrorism, sedition, and murder. Baloch, a leading voice against enforced disappearances in Balochistan, denies the charges and plans to appeal the decision.
Brazilian federal police detained a Spanish citizen at São Paulo's Guarulhos airport for alleged racist remarks against airline workers, marking the latest in a series of arrests of foreign tourists under Brazil's strict anti-racism laws, which include imprisonment penalties.
Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safia, director of Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital, remains in solitary confinement after Israel's Supreme Court rejected his appeal. Held over 500 days under the Unlawful Combatants Law without charges, he reportedly shows signs of torture and is denied medical care.
A man accused of murdering three people at his pizza shop in Seoul's Gwanak District over interior defects has been sentenced to life imprisonment in his second trial, upholding the first trial's verdict. The court cited the extreme suffering of the victims and their families as a reason for the sentence.
Singer Patrick Bruel, 67, faces potential charges including rape and sexual assault involving nine alleged victims. Prosecutors have requested his provisional detention as he is presented to investigative judges.
New South Wales has admitted to battery and false imprisonment of Hannah Thomas, a former Greens candidate, who was punched in the eye by a police officer during a pro-Palestine protest in Sydney. The state will pay her medical costs, but denies claims of malicious prosecution.
Algerian-French writer Boualem Sansal's new book, "La Légende," details his imprisonment and subsequent disillusionment with publishers and allies. The book criticizes authoritarian structures and exposes a bitter dispute over its publication, involving media mogul Vincent Bolloré and a mass exodus of authors from a publishing house.
French journalist Christophe Gleizes, imprisoned in Algeria since May 2024, renounces his appeal, opening the door for a potential presidential pardon. His brother expresses hope for his release, citing improved Franco-Algerian relations.
A Tunisian court sentenced Ennahda leader Rached Ghannouchi to life imprisonment and others to varying sentences up to 42 years on terrorism charges. Critics deem the verdicts politically motivated, while NGOs decry the decline of rights and freedoms in Tunisia.
