Israel released 110 Palestinian prisoners after receiving security assurance from the mediators of the ongoing ceasefire-hostage deal, following the chaotic scenes in Khan Younis during the handover of Israeli and Thai hostages.
Israel, while delaying the release, had asserted that the prisoners won't be freed until the "safe passage" of the hostages is "guaranteed in the next releases."
482 days since being held in captivity by Hamas after the horrific October 7 attack, Israeli hostage Agam Berger, 20, was freed in Gaza early Thursday (local time) as part of the latest prisoner exchange between Israel and Hamas.
Six Indian fishermen detained in Sri Lanka were released and arrived in Chennai, where they were received by Fisheries Department officials. The incident highlights ongoing tensions over fishing rights, with recent cases of detentions prompting diplomatic efforts by the Indian government.
The Israel Prison Service (IPS) stated that it is prepared operationally for the process of releasing the imprisoned terrorists in return for the release of Israelis held hostage in Gaza, in accordance with the guidelines of the Gaza ceasefire agreement. Israel Prisons Chief Commissioner
PTI conveyed that it could be open to continuing talks. But, only if the government meets its key demands, including constituting judicial commissions and releasing political prisoners, including PTI founder Imran Khan.
Taiwan's Supreme Court has upheld an eight-month prison sentence for retired Chinese navy officer Ruan, who illegally entered Taiwan via a speedboat in 2023. Detained upon arrival, Ruan claimed he sought political asylum due to restrictions in China. Authorities will decide on his deportatio
Axel Rudakubana, an 18-year-old who murdered three young girls at a dance class in Southport, UK, has been sentenced to 52 years in prison. Despite his age, the judge ruled that it was likely he would never be released. Rudakubana's actions have sparked public outrage, with the UK government
According to The Express Tribune, the proposed Electronic Crimes Prevention (Amendment) Act 2025 outlines strict penalties, including up to three years in prison and fines of PKR 2 million for individuals spreading disinformation.
The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Central government to decide by the March 18 petition of death-row prisoner Balwant Singh Rajoana, seeking commutation of the death sentence awarded to him for the assassination of the then Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh in 1995.
Japan's prison system reflects the growing challenges faced by its elderly population. With many elderly women turning to crime for survival, prisons like Tochigi Women's Prison offer stability, companionship, and healthcare that they lack outside.