December 4, 2025

Supreme Court Warns States Against Frivolous Criminal Prosecution Impacting Fair Trial Rights

The Supreme Court cautioned states against filing weak criminal cases that lack a strong chance of conviction. It highlighted the harm to citizens' fair process rights and the court’s burden. The judgment arose from a voyeurism case where charges were dismissed due to lack of evidence.

December 4, 2025

Customs Foil Attempt to Smuggle 11 Endangered Birds at Kochi Airport

Customs officials at Kochi Airport stopped a family from Malappuram arriving from Thailand with 11 endangered birds. The birds are protected under CITES. Authorities launched an investigation and handed over the family to forest officials.

December 4, 2025

South Korea Developing App to Track Stalkers’ Real-Time Location

South Korea’s justice ministry is creating an app that lets stalking victims see their stalkers' real-time locations on a map. This is part of updated laws to improve safety and speed up police protection.

December 4, 2025

Hong Kong Fire Deaths Rise to 159; Scaffolding Mesh Must Be Removed by Saturday

Hong Kong’s deadly apartment fire death toll climbs to 159. Officials order removal of all scaffolding mesh by Saturday. Police continue investigations and arrests.

December 4, 2025

Author Lauren Ashley Mastrosa Faces Child Abuse Charges Over Book Content

Lauren Ashley Mastrosa is charged with child abuse material allegations over her novel Daddy’s Little Toy. Police claim the book depicts sexual content with a young child. Mastrosa denies the claims, saying the character is an adult role-playing. The court hearing in Sydney continues.