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In 2024, Bihar's prisons have become overwhelmed, with a staggering 759,482 court appearances made by inmates, marking the highest figure across the country. The root of this crisis lies in the ballooning number of undertrials and a depletion of staff, as over 4,500 positions remain unfilled.

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Juhu residents have launched a civic platform to document local problems like garbage and encroachments in real-time. This volunteer network allows citizens to upload issues with photos and locations, creating a centralized database. While the resolution rate is currently low, the initiative aims to systematically present issues to authorities and improve accountability for a cleaner Juhu.

Starting May 16, Maharashtra is set to roll out an innovative door-to-door house-listing initiative that incorporates a cutting-edge QR code system. This breakthrough aims to bolster security and transparency in light of increasing cyber fraud, as citizens can easily scan the official IDs and appointment letters of census officials.

UK's Prudential plc is acquiring a 75% stake in Bharti Life Insurance for Rs 3,500 crore, gaining operational control and marking a strategic reset for its India business. This move allows Prudential to deploy a wider product suite and leverage Bharti's domestic reach, aiming to boost insurance penetration in India.

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The Supreme Court has given Kannada actor Darshan a year to approach for bail if his trial in the Renukaswamy murder case shows no substantial progress. The court directed the Karnataka government to ensure 60 witnesses are examined within this period, urging the trial court to avoid adjournments on flimsy grounds.

In a major victory for law enforcement, British fugitive Simon Dutton was captured in the sun-soaked region of Benidorm. Spanish authorities, acting on vital intelligence, executed a raid on a luxurious villa connected to a notorious drug trafficking operation, leading to Dutton's arrest.

Australia has banned a neo-Nazi group, namely the National Socialist Network, under new laws targeting hate organisations. This follows the anti-jew, Bondi massacre in Sydney. The group, despite claiming disbandment, is still deemed a threat. Members face up to 15 years in prison. This move aims to curb organised hate and prevent violence.

The father of a political prisoner who died while in Venezuelan police custody called Monday for an investigation into the circumstances of his son's death. Around 20 political prisoners have died in custody in Venezuela since 2014, according to the human rights group Foro Penal.

Jharkhand's jail occupancy rate dropped to 91.7% in 2024 from 106.7% in 2023, with district jails at 114%. This improvement is attributed to new jail operations and prisoner transfers, though undertrials still form the majority of inmates. The state's efforts have brought its occupancy below the national average.

US President Donald Trump announced the killing of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, identified as ISIS's global second-in-command, in a joint US-Nigerian operation. Trump stated the mission, executed at his direction, successfully removed a key terrorist leader who was planning attacks on Americans and destabilizing Africa. This operation significantly weakens ISIS's global network.