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Income Tax Bill 2025: Projects for 360-degree digital surveillance need pushback. My piece explores unchecked surveillance practices that were quietly tested in Hyderabad and are now part of a national surveillance project @thenewsminute @dhanyarajendran thenewsminute.com/telangana/inco…

Sir @TelanganaDGP @SajjanarVC_IPS I condemn this illegal act, which violates our rights to peaceful assembly. The use of force and lathi may be required in case a prohibitory order is imposed. However, the use of large-sized lathis and police without uniform is illegal

The Sabar Institute was the first organization to present evidence indicating that Muslims were being disproportionately affected by logical discrepancies and “Under Adjudication” classifications within the SIR process. Although these findings were initially met with skepticism by many, subsequent confirmations have increasingly emerged from the highest levels of the state. To support our work, please refer to the tweet below #DataForBetterLives

Trump on Iran war: "When crazy people have nukes, bad things happen." “Crazy people with nukes”? History offers a simple fact: the only country to ever use nuclear weapons is the United States Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan 1945.

What is the legal definition of identity? @UIDAI

Thank you 🙏 sir @SajjanarVC_IPS for this important campaign to protect public health. Ensuring quality enforcement, along with creating public awareness, is the only way forward. Apart from mangoes, all kinds of #fruits & #snacks consumed by children should be monitored.

King of fruits or fruit of fear? This summer stay away from Toxic Mangoes The “king of fruits” is back on our plates, but people are advised to exercise caution and avoid being misled by chemically ripened mangoes. They should also be wary of those sold under the label of “organic”. Consumers are urged to verify the authenticity of the produce before making a purchase. With the onset of summer, the mango has begun to flood the markets. However, citizens must not overlook the deadly danger lurking behind these mouth-watering fruits. Driven by a greed for profit, some unscrupulous traders are risking public lives. Instead of allowing mangoes to ripen naturally, they are being artificially ripened using Calcium Carbide and other hazardous chemicals. Purchasing fruits solely because they look shiny and golden on roadside stalls is essentially inviting illness into your home. Typically, a naturally ripened mango does not have a perfectly uniform colour. In contrast, chemically ripened fruits appear bright yellow on the outside but remain raw and toxic on the inside. Medical experts warn that consuming such fruits can lead to immediate health issues like throat irritation, nausea, vomiting, and Diarrhea. In the long run, it may also lead to severe complications such as nervous system damage and respiratory problems. The Hyderabad City Police is already taking a stern stand against such traders who play with public health. The H-FAST is maintaining a strict vigil on the sale of adulterated mangoes, and legal action is being initiated against those who violate the rules. We urge the public not to be deceived by the outward appearance of the fruit and to verify its naturalness before purchasing. Be cautious of mangoes that have an unnatural colour, a chemical odour, or a strange taste. If there are unusual spots on the skin or if the colour changes unexpectedly when washed with baking soda water, realise that they are harmful to your health. If you have any information regarding adulterated mangoes, please report it to Dial 100 or contact the H-FAST helpline at 8712661212. @SajjanarOffice @PMOIndia @HMOIndia @TelanganaCOPs @TelanganaDGP @HiHyderabad

@VijayGopal_ @ShoebASiddiqi @TelanganaDGP @revanth_anumula We have challenged different policing practices including Mission Chabutra, Operation Romeo, Cordon and Searches operations.

@SQMasood @ShoebASiddiqi @TelanganaDGP @revanth_anumula It's for Cordon n search, this is different

The day i have a client about this @TelanganaDGP @revanth_anumula i promise you all, there will be a full stop to this Slowly n steadily you are bringing immense shame to the name of the state People cannot sit or roam at night?! Which law says this rubbish??!

@ShoebASiddiqi @VijayGopal_ @TelanganaDGP @revanth_anumula PIL 35 of 2024

@VijayGopal_ @TelanganaDGP @revanth_anumula I think @SQMasood has already filed a WP regarding the same in HC. @VijayGopal_

Statement by the Internet Freedom Foundation (IFF) on Delhi Police Notices to X (formerly Twitter) Seeking User Data in FIR No. 135/2026 The Internet Freedom Foundation is deeply concerned by reports that Delhi Police has written to X seeking expansive identifying information for multiple social media accounts. The demand is in connection with with FIR No. 135/2026 registered at PS IP Estate, Central Delhi (dated 24.03.2026) under Sections 316(4) read with 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and Section 72A of the Information Technology Act, 2000. These notices publicly shared and now under scrutiny target several X handles, including @khurpenchh, @YTKDIndia, @gemsofbabus_, @IamTheStory__, and @NalinisKitchen (among others). They seek not just basic subscriber information but highly intrusive details including, mobile numbers and emails used for registration, full IP logs with ports for all active sessions since account creation, recovery emails, and “any other information”. Such sweeping demands go far beyond what is necessary or proportionate for any legitimate investigation such as basic subscriber information that may be legitimately requested. The FIR itself raises serious concerns about misuse of criminal law against online expression. From information available in the public domain it alleges that posts on X by these handles were published with “malicious intent to defame” a victim (referred to as “her”), causing “chaos before the public,” and that certain “highly confidential” details were “stolen” and disclosed. The invoked sections, BNS 316(4) (criminal breach of trust by a clerk/servant, carrying up to 7 years’ imprisonment) read with 3(5) (common intention/joint liability), and IT Act 72A (disclosure of information in breach of lawful contract) appear stretched and ill-suited to the facts. A prima facia analysis of the specific posts referenced in the notices (e.g., content from @khurpenchh dated around 10 March 2026) shows they involve public-interest exposes alleging irregularities in appointments at FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India). Far from baseless defamation, these appear to be critical commentary and allegations of possible malpractices in public employment, which are protected forms of speech under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution. Resorting to criminal provisions meant for breach of trust by employees or contractual disclosures to unmask critics sets a dangerous precedent. If the core grievance is reputational harm then a statement by the government body or even perhaps in extreme situation civil remedies (such as a defamation suit) would suffice. Instead, the police have chosen the criminal route, which carries the threat of arrest, investigation, and chilling effects. This is a classic case of weaponising criminal law to suppress scrutiny of public officials and institutions. The data demands pose grave privacy risks under Article 21 of the Constitution. Requiring IP logs, port details, and session history since account creation enables not just identification but comprehensive tracking of users’ digital footprints. In an era of pervasive surveillance, this could expose critics, journalists, or whistleblowers to harassment, doxxing, or retaliation especially when the accounts appear to be anonymous voices highlighting alleged systemic issues. Further, X (as an intermediary) is being asked to hand over data without adequate judicial oversight or necessity demonstration, echoing patterns IFF has repeatedly flagged in cases involving Section 69 of the IT Act or CrPC/BNSS notices. Such bulk, open-ended requests (“any other information”) violate the principles of necessity, proportionality, and minimal intrusion laid down by the Supreme Court in K.S. Puttaswamy v. Union of India (2017) and subsequent digital rights jurisprudence. We must remember that anonymous or pseudonymous accounts play a vital role in India’s online discourse, enabling fearless criticism of power without fear of reprisal. By pursuing these handles through police notices and FIRs, the authorities send a clear message that you question the system at your peril. The affected users have rightly described this as a “witch hunt.” IFF echoes that concern. At a time when digital spaces are among the few remaining avenues for robust public debate, such actions erode the foundational guarantee of free speech and expression under Article 19(1)(a). They also undermine trust in law enforcement, turning routine criticism into criminal investigations that drain resources better spent on real crimes. IFF will continue monitoring this case. Freedom of expression on the internet is not a privilege but a constitutional right that must be fiercely protected against overreach. Internet Freedom Foundation New Delhi 02 April 2026

What’s happening in Hyderabad is illegal and beyond the purview of law. The state has virtually become a surveillance state. Police have been arbitrarily beating public, restricting their movements and recording and publishing their videos. It violates the very basic idea of dignity. Why such practices are not being carried out in Banjara Hills or Jubillee Hills? Why it is always the marginalised who suffer the state excesses?

Retired Osmania University professor Mohammad Ansari lies in a coma, while his family fights a different battle outside the hospital — no money for treatment as his pension remains stuck. Despite court and assembly intervention, the university is still disputing his eligibility since 1996, pushing the family into deep financial crisis.

In the world’s fourth largest economy, why is nearly half of India’s graduate population sitting without jobs? Watch till the end to find out.

The last Nizam of Hyderabad, Osman Ali Khan married his son Azam Jah to the daughter of the last Ottoman Emperor and also the last Caliph of Islam. Which TECHNICALLY makes Mukarram Jah the last titular Nizam the existing Caliph of Islam. And now Asmet Jah the Caliph.

As we have earlier also argued (video👇)- rules are meant to enable #Parliament in seeking accountability from Govt, not come in the way of that! Disallowing questions on #FCRA by citing rules related to 'secret' matters is nothing but a misuse of rules to escape accountability!

The world talks about human rights and peace, making big claims against extremism and terrorism. Yet today, no one have the courage to stand against open extremism and terrorism. Muslims are the real victims of terrorism and it's narrative propagated by the USA and Israel.

40+ kids have been hospitalized in Tamil Nadu’s Coimbatore after consuming mid-day meals contaminated with a dead lizard. But this is not the only case. One of India’s biggest schemes to educate the poor has been marked by multiple instances of life-threatening neglect recently.

How IT Act Powers Are Killing Online Dissent. When the internet is policed without safeguards, democracy risks losing a vital space for dissent and debate. @manuvichar livelaw.in/articles/how-i…

The @TGPWU Historic moment! 🚨 Telangana passes the Gig Workers Welfare Bill 2026 A big win for lakhs of workers—ensuring: Key highlights: 👉Statutory recognition of gig & Platform workers 👉Dedicated Welfare Board 👉Social Security Fund 👉Mandatory registration and unique ID

Bill to ensure social security and welfare for gig workers passed in Telangana Assembly. ⁦@TGPWU⁩ thehindu.com/news/national/…

A big step forward for gig workers in Telangana 👏 The Telangana Assembly is set to pass the Platform-Based Gig Workers (Registration, Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2026. This is a victory for @TGPWU who have been consistently fighting for this. Thanks Sir @VivekVenkatswam