Atul Bhatia
Atul Bhatia is an Associate Editor at India TV News, covering the Supreme Court and investigative agencies, with a particular focus on the Enforcement Directorate. A journalist with more than two decades of reporting experience, he has extensively covered some of India’s most high-profile crime investigations and legal developments.
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ED summons TMC's Abhishek Banerjee in Bengal teacher recruitment scam probe
West Bengal | Jun 14, 2026, 11:05 PM ISTOfficials are examining allegations that recruitment rules were violated and appointments were granted to ineligible or lower-ranked candidates, while deserving applicants were allegedly denied jobs.
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Delhi horror: 70-year-old blind and mentally challenged woman assaulted, rape attempt alleged
Delhi | Jun 13, 2026, 06:17 PM ISTThe woman, who is visually impaired and reportedly suffers from mental disabilities, had been living on the streets of the locality for nearly 35 years. Residents of the area regularly provided her with food and clothing.
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Suspected terrorist Naeem, linked to Pakistan's ISI, arrested in joint operation by MP and UP ATS
India | Jun 12, 2026, 11:35 PM ISTSuspected terrorist Naeem was arrested from UP’s Saharanpur. Naeem has links to the ISI in Pakistan. A large quantity of incriminating material was recovered from him.
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Supreme Court quashes Meenakshi Natarajan's plea against Rajya Sabha nomination rejection
India | Jun 12, 2026, 11:36 PM ISTThe Supreme Court declined to intervene in the returning officer's decision to reject Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha nomination, which was cancelled over the alleged non-disclosure of a criminal case registered in Telangana.
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'Biased, contrary to law': Meenakshi Natarajan moves SC against Rajya Sabha nomination rejection
India | Jun 11, 2026, 08:58 AM ISTMeenakshi Natarajan's nomination was rejected over allegations that she had failed to disclose certain information in the affidavit submitted along with her nomination. The objection was filed by BJP candidate Mahesh Kewat, who is also in the fray for the third Rajya Sabha seat from Madhya Pradesh.
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Malviya Nagar fire sparks scrutiny: Green Residency, 100 metres away, ran 28 rooms on 6-room permit
Delhi | Jun 03, 2026, 05:16 PM ISTThe owner of the Green Residency Hotel—located just 100 meters away from the hotel where the fire broke out—holds permission to operate only six rooms, yet, the owner of the Green Residency Hotel has constructed 28 rooms.
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21 killed in Delhi restaurant fire in Malviya Nagar, foreign nationals among dead; PM announces aid
Delhi | Jun 03, 2026, 06:20 PM ISTDelhi Malviya Nagar Fire: A devastating fire broke out in the basement of Lemon Green Restaurant, claiming at least 21 lives, including several foreign nationals.
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Greater Noida's Grand Venice Mall owner Satinder Bhasin arrested in money laundering case
India | May 30, 2026, 11:34 PM ISTGreater Noida's Grand Venice Mall owner Satinder Singh Bhasin, who was arrested by the ED on Friday, has been sent to the custody of the central probe agency till June 6. The probe agency earlier said he was repeatedly evading the summons.
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Conspiracy in Karachi, recruitment in Delhi: How Pak-backed terror module planned attacks in India
India | May 30, 2026, 07:13 PM ISTDelhi Police's Special Cell found reconnaissance videos of sensitive locations across India, four hand grenades, two Glock-style pistols, and 25 live cartridges allegedly manufactured in Pakistan. Investigators claim the weapons were smuggled into India via drones from Pakistan.
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Vinesh Phogat given nod to participate in Asian Games trials by Supreme Court
Other Sports | May 29, 2026, 02:36 PM ISTVinesh Phogat has been given the green light to participate in the Asian Games trials as the Supreme Court refused to stay with the Delhi High Court's order. The Supreme Court stated that Phogat and go ahead and compete in the trials.
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Supreme Court directs high courts to pronounce judgement within 3 months of reserving order
India | May 29, 2026, 11:40 AM ISTUnderlining that faster decisions are required in cases of personal liberty, a bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Baghchi stated that orders in bail applications should be pronounced the same day, if they are reserved, they must be pronounced and uploaded the next day.
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Twisha Sharma death case: MP High Court quashes former judge Giribala Singh's anticipatory bail
Madhya Pradesh | May 28, 2026, 07:02 AM ISTTwisha Sharma case: Family members of Twisha Sharma alleged that she was tormented by her in-laws, who were not satisfied with the dowry paid at the time of marriage. They accused her in-laws of mental torture and domestic violence, and pushing the 33-year-old to take the extreme step.
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Supreme Court Collegium recommends five names for elevation as apex court judges
India | May 27, 2026, 10:21 PM ISTIn a significant move aimed at strengthening the judiciary, the Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, earlier this month approved a proposal to increase the sanctioned strength of judges in the Supreme Court from 33 to 37, excluding the Chief Justice of India.
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'You'll be destroyed if you back Israel': Pak-nurtured Lashkar leader warns Asim Munir on Iran deal
World | May 27, 2026, 09:36 PM ISTLashkar-e-Taiba deputy chief and alleged Pahalgam attack mastermind Saifullah Kasuri has reportedly threatened the Pakistani government and Asim Munir over any move to support Israel. In a video, Kasuri warned that backing Israel would face “total destruction” and violent consequences.
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ED raids on ex-Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan turn violent, CPM workers attack officials, vehicles
India | May 27, 2026, 11:52 PM ISTA tense situation unfolded in Kerala's capital, Thiruvananthapuram, after CPM workers allegedly attacked an ED team, pelting stones on their vehicles following raids on former chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan in a money laundering case.
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SC upholds power of EC to conduct SIR, says voter list revision part of free and fair polls
India | May 27, 2026, 12:37 PM ISTThe Supreme Court said that the bench is equally satisfied that the object sought to be achieved by SIR bears a direct link to the constitutional goal of free and fair elections.
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Delhi shocker: School student out with female friend shot in Amar Colony, bullet stuck in brain
Delhi | May 27, 2026, 10:04 AM ISTThe injured teenager was initially rushed to Moolchand Hospital for emergency treatment before being shifted to the trauma centre due to the critical nature of his injuries. Doctors have described his condition as extremely serious.
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Centre assures no forced takeover of Delhi Gymkhana club, HC told due process will be followed
Delhi | May 26, 2026, 11:20 AM ISTAppearing for the Centre, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta clarified before the court that June 5 was only a deadline given for voluntary vacating of the premises and not a date for any forceful eviction.
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'Better to have a divorced daughter...': What happened during SC hearing in Twisha Sharma death case
India | Jun 26, 2026, 05:09 PM ISTThe Supreme Court on Monday heard the Twisha Sharma death case and stressed the need for a fair and impartial investigation, while urging both families and the media to avoid public statements during the probe. The court said the CBI is likely to take over the investigation.
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Twisha Sharma death case goes to Supreme Court, CJI-led bench to hear on May 25
India | May 23, 2026, 10:14 PM ISTA bench headed by Chief Justice Suryakant will hear the Twisha Sharma death case on Monday, May 25. This comes after the apex court took up the case on its own.