He is the Editor (Special Investigation) at Mid-Day and has won several prestigious awards and scholarships as an investigative journalist. Twitter: @vinodkumarmenon
A public interest litigation in the Supreme Court challenges key provisions of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and its 2025 Rules, arguing they dilute RTI safeguards and violate Articles 19(1)(a) and 21. The plea seeks to strike down Section 44(3) and related clauses... [Read More]
19 February,2026 09:25 AM IST | Mumbai | Vinod Kumar MenonAfter a 19-year legal and financial struggle, 24 families of Tilak Safalya Co-operative Housing Society in Chembur have begun construction of their new tower through self-redevelopment. Having won rights up to the Supreme Court of India, residents are now building larger, greener homes on their own terms... [Read More]
17 February,2026 08:00 AM IST | Mumbai | Vinod Kumar MenonResidents say the CIDCO-developed golf course, envisioned as a public recreational space, appears exclusive and inaccessible. Activists warn that limited access could hurt long-term sustainability and governance.... [Read More]
16 February,2026 09:00 AM IST | Mumbai | Vinod Kumar MenonFPCE has urged the Ministry to direct all RERA authorities to publish Annual Reports in the prescribed format. It has also called on state governments to take action under Sections 82 and 83 of the Act against non-compliant authorities... [Read More]
13 February,2026 04:26 PM IST | Bengaluru | Vinod Kumar MenonThe Bombay High Court will examine whether the state failed to implement its own resolution granting agricultural land to decorated defence personnel after the 1971 war, here is more to know... [Read More]
12 February,2026 08:45 AM IST | Mumbai | Vinod Kumar MenonChhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is a key figure in Indian history whose life and journey have been a prominent subject of several films and shows. And a selective few actors have had the opportunity to play the prominent figure on the screens. From Mahesh Manjrekar to Sharad Kelkar, here are a few actors who stepped into the shoes of the legendary Maratha warrior king.... [Read More]
19 February,2026 12:44 PM ISTPM Narendra Modi inaugurated the India AI Impact Expo 2026 at Bharat Mandapam on Monday, featuring over 600 startups and international pavilions, showcasing India’s AI innovation and global collaboration. Pics/PTI/X (@narendramodi)... [Read More]
17 February,2026 03:51 PM ISTThere’s something about Friday the 13th that instantly makes horror fans perk up. Thanks to the iconic slasher franchise Friday the 13th, the date has become synonymous with eerie vibes and masked killers. Over the years, it has turned into a pop-culture moment- perfect for horror marathons and spooky storytelling. Whether you believe in superstition or not, it’s the ideal excuse to revisit your favourite scary films and embrace the chills... [Read More]
13 February,2026 12:02 PM ISTIn the T20 World Cup 2026 match against Canada, South Africa posted a total of 213 runs. Here`s all you need to know (Pics: X)... [Read More]
09 February,2026 08:55 PM ISTSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day.... [Read More]
07 February,2026 10:21 PM ISTIn the T20 World Cup 2026 match against the United States of America (USA), Team India posted a total of 161 runs. Here`s all you need to know (Pics: X/File Pic)... [Read More]
07 February,2026 08:58 PM ISTParts of Mumbai on Wednesday continued to reel under a blanket of smog, with poor air quality significantly reducing visibility across the city and raising health concerns. (PICS/ ASHISH RAJE)... [Read More]
04 February,2026 08:25 PM ISTIn the fifth T20I match against New Zealand, Team India`s Suryakumar Yadav achieved a new feat. Here`s all you need to know (Pics: X/File Pic)... [Read More]
31 January,2026 09:59 PM ISTThe lights are going out at the Department of Homeland Security. Senate Democrats have officially pulled the plug, triggering a high-stakes midnight shutdown after a massive stalemate over ICE. The trigger? A radical "Masks Off" ultimatum following the fatal January shootings of Alex Pretti and Renee Good in Minneapolis. While the White House refuses to budge on unmasking federal agents, the consequences are hitting the frontline: the TSA, Secret Service, and Coast Guard are being forced to work for ZERO pay. What to expect? Take a look. ... [Read More]
13 February,2026 01:05 AM ISTU.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed on Tuesday that a U.S. Navy F-35C Lightning II fighter jet shot down an Iranian drone in the Arabian Sea. The engagement occurred approximately 500 miles from the southern coast of Iran as the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) approached the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72).... [Read More]
04 February,2026 06:12 PM ISTA deadly maritime tragedy unfolded in the southern Philippines after a passenger ferry carrying more than 350 people sank shortly after midnight near Basilan Island. The inter-island ferry, identified as M/V Trisha Kerstin 3, was en route from Zamboanga City to Jolo in Sulu province when it reportedly suffered a technical failure and went down in stable weather conditions near Baluk-Baluk Island. According to the Philippine Coast Guard, at least 13 people have been confirmed dead, while more than 240 passengers were rescued in a large-scale overnight operation involving the navy, coast guard vessels, air surveillance units, and local fishing boats. WATCH ... [Read More]
26 January,2026 10:47 PM ISTStorm Goretti has battered the United Kingdom and parts of northern Europe, bringing violent winds, heavy snow, and widespread disruption. Rail services have been suspended, flights cancelled, and hundreds of schools closed as dangerous weather conditions swept across multiple regions.... [Read More]
09 January,2026 05:58 PM ISTA massive power outage shut down large parts of San Francisco after a fire broke out at a key electrical substation, plunging neighbourhoods into darkness and disrupting daily life across the city. Officials say more than 130,000 residents were affected as traffic signals failed, businesses closed, and emergency services urged people to limit travel and call 911 only for life-threatening situations.... [Read More]
21 December,2025 06:53 PM ISTThe long-buried Jeffrey Epstein files have finally burst into public view and Washington is in turmoil. More than 13,000 documents, images, and videos released by the Department of Justice have triggered fierce backlash as survivors, lawmakers, and legal observers demand full transparency. The partial disclosure, riddled with heavy black-outs, has ignited accusations of a continuing cover-up and raised urgent questions about what the DOJ is still hiding. Survivors say the redactions undermine accountability and delay long-overdue justice, while influential members of Congress are calling the release “selective,” “sanitized,” and structurally designed to protect powerful figures. WATCH ... [Read More]
20 December,2025 09:07 PM ISTA deadly crash in Oregon has sparked national outrage after an illegal migrant truck driver, Rajinder Kumar, caused the accident that killed newlyweds William Carter and Jennifer Lower on Highway 20. Federal officials say Kumar — who entered the U.S. illegally in 2022 — was granted a California CDL and a 2023 work permit, raising major questions about how undocumented drivers are operating 40-ton trucks on American highways.... [Read More]
03 December,2025 12:43 AM ISTA devastating fire has ripped through the Tai Po district of Hong Kong, engulfing multiple high-rise residential towers and leaving dozens missing in one of the city’s deadliest recent blazes. The 31-storey Wang Fuk Court megablock, home to over 2,000 residents, was overtaken by flames in a nightlong battle, with escape routes blocked and smoke reducing visibility to near zero. Tragically, thirteen lives have been confirmed lost, while families watch helplessly as scaffolding collapses and flames consume their homes. Survivors recount deafening explosions and chaos as firefighters work tirelessly through the night to control the inferno. WATCH... [Read More]
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