Author: Md. Imran Wahab

Intellectual property (IP) law protects new ideas and creations. Two key types are copyright and patent law, which protect different things. Copyright protects creative works like books, music, and art. It’s violated when someone copies, uses, or shares a work without permission, such as illegally downloading a movie or using a song’s melody without credit. In contrast, patent law protects new inventions and technological processes. A patent is violated if someone makes, uses, or sells a patented invention without the owner’s consent, like producing a phone with a unique, patented camera lens without a license. Essentially, copyright encourages creativity by…

Alexander Pichushkin: The Chessboard Killer Alexander Pichushkin, a name synonymous with terror in modern Russian history, was a prolific serial killer responsible for an unprecedented string of murders. While formally convicted of at least 48 homicides, some law enforcement authorities speculate that his victim count could be significantly higher, potentially reaching as many as 63 individuals. He earned the horrifying moniker “The Chessboard Killer” due to a macabre ritual: following each murder, he would meticulously place a coin on a chessboard. His ultimate, twisted ambition was to symbolically fill all 64 squares of the board, marking a complete cycle of…

Introduction In India, both Copyright and Trademark laws diligently protect intellectual property, yet their functions within the legal and commercial landscape are distinctly different. Grasping these nuances is vital for creators, entrepreneurs, and rights holders to effectively safeguard their assets. Common copyright violations include illegally distributing movies or music (piracy) and copying books or software without permission. Common trademark violations include selling fake products (counterfeits) or using someone else’s logo without permission (logo misuse). The fundamental legal distinction between copyright and trademark hinges on the specific type of intellectual property each is designed to protect. Copyright safeguards original creative works,…

Cooper Do-nuts Uprising (Los Angeles, May 1959) When discussing the history of LGBTQIA+ resistance in America, the Stonewall Uprising of 1969 often comes to mind first. However, a full decade before Stonewall, specifically in May 1959, a modest 24-hour café in Los Angeles named Cooper Do-nuts served as the setting for what many historians now consider the very first open revolt by the LGBTQIA+ community against police mistreatment. This pivotal event wasn’t pre-planned, formally organized, or led by well-known activists. Instead, it unfolded spontaneously, driven by raw emotion and a deeply human desire for respect. Its genesis was simple: a…

Pedro Alonso López Pedro Alonso López was a very bad man. People called him “The Monster of the Andes.” He killed many people, probably more than 300 women and girls. He started doing bad things when he was only eight years old. Life was hard for López. He was hurt and saw bad things happen when he was young. This made him very angry. He hurt people in Colombia, Peru, and Ecuador. He would look for young girls and pretend to be nice. Then, he would take them away and hurt them. He told someone he could see in their…

Evidence-Based Policing (EBP) Evidence-Based Policing (EBP) is a strategic approach to law enforcement that emphasizes the use of empirical research, data analysis, and proven interventions to guide policing decisions. Rather than relying solely on tradition, intuition, or anecdotal experience, EBP encourages police departments to adopt practices that have been scientifically tested and shown to reduce crime, improve community trust, and enhance officer safety. At its core, EBP asks: What works, for whom, and under what circumstances? Key Principles of Evidence-Based Policing Scientific Rigour: Use of randomized controlled trials (RCTs), longitudinal studies, and meta-analyses to evaluate policing strategies. Data-Driven Decision Making:…

In November 1961, a young girl named Terry Jo Duperrault became the sole survivor of a horrifying tragedy at sea – and her story is one of courage, resilience, and mystery. A Family Vacation Turns Tragic: Terry Jo was just 11 years old when her family set out on a sailing trip aboard a boat called the Bluebelle. Her father had chartered the ship from a man named Captain Julian Harvey. They were excited for a peaceful vacation in the Bahamas. But on the night of November 12, everything changed. A Night of Horror: Terry Jo was asleep below deck…

Introduction In India’s legal framework, the protection of identity for victims – especially children, survivors of sexual violence, trafficking, and other vulnerable groups – is not just a procedural requirement but a constitutional mandate rooted in dignity, privacy, and justice. Multiple laws, judicial precedents, and administrative protocols ensure that the identity of such individuals remains confidential throughout the legal process. This article outlines the key provisions, penalties, and case law that govern identity protection. Why Confidentiality Matters Protecting the confidentiality of victims – especially children – is essential to upholding their fundamental rights to dignity, privacy, and safety. When a…

Imagine walking through a peaceful forest in New Hampshire. It’s quiet, calm, and full of trees. But in 1985, something terrible was discovered in Bear Brook State Park—a mystery that would take over 30 years to solve. The First Discovery: A Barrel in the Woods In 1985, some hunters were exploring the park when they found a large metal barrel—about the size of a trash can. Inside were the bodies of a woman and a young girl. They had been murdered and left there. No one knew who they were or why they had been killed. Fifteen years later, in…

Phone Tapping and Spyware The landscape of phone tapping spyware is undergoing rapid and continuous evolution, with innovative technologies constantly emerging. At the forefront of these advancements is Pegasus, an exceptionally sophisticated piece of malware engineered by NSO Group. This powerful tool possesses the alarming capability to remotely access and surreptitiously extract sensitive data from smartphones, often without the device owner’s knowledge or consent, highlighting the escalating complexity of digital surveillance. Beyond state-sponsored tools like Pegasus, the market is also populated by a range of commercially available phone tapping applications such as FlexiSPY, mSpy, and Highster Mobile. These widely accessible…