3 Things The Catch Up: SC rap to judge over bail in dowry death (17 March)
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Mar 17, 2026 A rundown of a judge’s bail pattern in dowry death cases and the legal controversy it sparks. Coverage of Sonam Wangchuk’s conciliatory comments on Ladakh and regional reactions. A briefing on Meta’s report about AI-enabled scams targeting India. Reports on the killing of an Indian student in Canada and recent escalations and strikes involving Iran and the US.
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Nearly All Dowry Deaths Given Bail By One Judge
- Justice Pankaj Bhatia granted bail in 508 of 510 dowry death cases heard by his single-judge bench between October and December 2025.
- The Indian Express found 99.61% bail rate with similar language, structure, and bond amounts despite differing death circumstances.
Sonam Wangchuk Adopts Conciliatory Ladakh Stance
- Sonam Wangchuk signalled a conciliatory stance on Ladakh's political demands, open to a give-and-take with the Centre.
- He was released after months detained under the National Security Act and the detention order was withdrawn.
Meta Report Shows India Targeted By Sophisticated Scams
- Meta's global security report flags rising sophistication in online scams and AI-enabled abuse, naming India as a top target after the US.
- Indian cyber experts warned about AI aiding scams and the need for stronger cross-border legal responses.