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The Supreme Court ruled that the absence of a train ticket on a deceased passenger's body cannot by itself justify denial of compensation in railway accident cases. The court awarded Rs 8 lakh to a widow and stressed a liberal interpretation of the Railways Act

The Bombay High Court directed the Maharashtra government to pay Rs 10,000 compensation to a Nagpur woman, holding that police illegally entered her bedroom and seized her mobile phone, violating her privacy, dignity and Article 21 constitutional rights

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced ₹25 lakh compensation for the family of Indrajit Tanti, who was lynched after being falsely linked to a minor girl's death. He also offered a civic volunteer job to the victim's elder brother and assured strict action.

The Supreme Court ruled that homebuyers can seek compensation for delayed possession even after taking possession of their flats. Setting aside an NCDRC order, the court restored a long-pending consumer complaint and directed its adjudication on merits by the district commission

The Supreme Court recognised homemakers as “nation builders” and held that the loss of a wife's domestic care should be monetised at a minimum of Rs 30,000 per month. The court also stressed faster disposal of motor accident compensation claims

Pawan Kalyan announced compensation of Rs 1.72 crore for families of regular employees and Rs 45.75 lakh for contract workers killed in the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited blast, along with jobs, ex gratia and support measures

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan chaired his final Cabinet meeting before election results, approving compensation for Valparai accident victims and key administrative decisions, as the state awaits verdict on whether he secures a historic third consecutive term

Omar Abdullah announced ex-gratia relief from the CM’s fund after a bus accident in Udhampur killed 21 people and injured 29, offering compensation to victims’ families and reaffirming government support

A boiler steam pipe blast at Vedanta Limited power plant in Chhattisgarh’s Sakti district has killed 16 workers and injured several others. Authorities have launched multiple probes, while compensation and safety investigations have been announced

The Supreme Court warned states of “heavy compensation” for dog-bite incidents, criticizing lax enforcement of stray dog norms over five years. Dog feeders may also be held accountable. The court emphasized protecting children and elderly from stray dog attacks

IndiGo will offer Rs 10,000 travel vouchers to customers severely impacted during flight disruptions from December 3-5. The compensation is in addition to government-mandated refunds, and vouchers can be used on any IndiGo journey within the next 12 months.

More than a month after heavy rains devastated Kamareddy, farmers continue to wait for government compensation despite extensive crop and property damage. Tribal hamlets and agricultural lands remain buried under sand, with borewells and equipment destroyed.

The Telangana High Court expressed concern over the slow investigation into the Sigachi Industries fire and delay in compensating victims. It directed the state to submit FIR details, worker data, and compensation status. The matter will be heard next on August 27.

Two people died after being struck by lightning in Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, during early morning rain. The victims were identified as residents of Dattnagar Bisen and Qazidevar. Officials confirmed ex gratia relief would be provided to their families

Party leader demands Chief Minister to increase the rehabilitation and resettlement package to those who were losing lands under projects proposed in Sangareddy district

Says the crop soaked in paddy purchasing centres will also be procured by paying minimum support price

J Narender (20), was sentenced to undergo rigourous imprisonment for ten years in a case of kidnapping, confining, marrying and raping a minor girl in Adibatla of Hyderabad

Face dire situation due to drought conditions, water scarcity, irregular electricity supply; demand compensation

K Dinesh (23), a private employee from Kothapet had stalked and harassed the minor girl in the name of love

Decides to offer 'contract' job to the kin of the six deceased devotees as decided by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu