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State vs. Cow Vigilantes — Mob Lynching and Murder Conviction in Madhya Pradesh

A Sessions Court in Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh, sentenced seven cow vigilantes to life imprisonment on 13 June 2026 for a 2022 mob lynching. Following the verdict, the presiding judge received death threats and communal abuse, resulting in the Madhya Pradesh High Court ordering police protection for her on 3 July 2026.

State of Uttar Pradesh vs Mujassim and others — Kawal double murder case

Seven individuals were convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of two cousins, Gaurav and Sachin, in Kawal village. The killings occurred on August 27, 2013, and were described as a catalyst for the 2013 Muzaffarnagar communal riots.