Delhi HC-ordered demolition turns violent, cops injured
A midnight demolition drive near Delhi's Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque turned violent as locals pelted stones, injuring police. The MCD action followed High Court orders. Details inside.
A midnight demolition drive near Delhi's Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque turned violent as locals pelted stones, injuring police. The MCD action followed High Court orders. Details inside.
Delhi High Court refuses interim stay, allowing MCD to proceed with demolition of encroachments around historic Faiz Elahi mosque near Turkman Gate. The mosque itself, a Waqf property, will remain untouched.
Delhi Assembly amends Court Fees Act, 1870. Litigants to get full court fee refund even in private out-of-court settlements, removing 50% refund limit. Major relief for petitioners.
Bomb threat emails triggered panic and a full evacuation at the Karnataka High Court bench in Dharwad and district courts in Gadag and Bagalkot on January 6, 2026, suspending all proceedings.
Nicolás Maduro's wife, Cilia Flores, sustained significant injuries when captured by US agents, her attorney revealed in court. Details of the incident and legal proceedings inside.
Supreme Court upholds denial of bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the Delhi 2020 riots UAPA case. The bench cited their 'grave' role in the alleged conspiracy. Read the full details.
Justice Mahesh Sharadchandra Sonak, a Bombay High Court judge, has been appointed as the new Chief Justice of the Jharkhand High Court. He will assume charge on January 8, 2024, following the retirement of Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan.
India has formally requested the UAE to extradite Hussain Shattaf, the prime accused in the 2006 murder of Merchant Navy Captain Anil Kumar. The case, reopened in 2022, sees a major breakthrough.
India has formally requested the UAE to extradite Hussain Shattaf, a key suspect in the 2006 murder of Captain Virdi. The MEA confirmed the request was sent last week. Read the latest developments.
India initiates extradition of Hussain Shattaf from UAE for the 2006 murder of Captain Brijendra Virdi. CBI files chargesheet, highlighting a 17-year pursuit for justice. Read the latest developments.
Delhi High Court orders expedited trial for a Yemeni national facing multiple cases, noting his prolonged detention is a financial burden on the state. Details inside.
The Supreme Court has approved the Bombay High Court's notification to establish Kolhapur as an additional bench. This move aims to enhance judicial access for Maharashtra's western region. Read more about this landmark decision.
Delhi High Court directs Centre to expedite extradition of US-based accused Amit Wadhwa and orders trial court to conclude proceedings within a year in a ₹1.26 crore fraud case.
Toronto lawyer Deepak Paradkar released on record $5.25M bail despite FBI links to fugitive Ryan Wedding's alleged drug empire. Details on the shocking case inside.
A UK court adjourned Nirav Modi's $8-million Bank of India trial to March 2025 due to prison delays. The fugitive diamantaire's extradition remains stalled by a confidential process.
Delhi High Court mandates 50% capacity for trial courts this month, with staff on alternate-day rosters. Order prioritizes women and those with medical issues. Read details.
Lawyers at Rajasthan High Court in Jodhpor staged massive protests after Acting Chief Justice scheduled hearings on a day traditionally boycotted for 48 years. They demand a permanent CJ.
American rapper Wiz Khalifa sentenced to nine months in a Romanian prison for cannabis possession at a 2024 festival. Court says it's to 'set an example'. Read the full story.
Supreme Court collegium approves Justice Mahesh Sharadchandra Sonak of Bombay HC as the next Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court. He will succeed Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan, who retires on January 8, 2025.
India has informed Bangladesh's interim regime that Sheikh Hasina's presence in its territory will not limit engagement with Dhaka. Read the full diplomatic analysis here.
The Supreme Court termed Delhi's pollution an annual crisis requiring long-term solutions. It upheld the government's decision to shut schools for young students. Read more on the court's stance and the ongoing winter break.
Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi applies to reopen his extradition case in London, citing new evidence of potential torture by Indian authorities. Full details of the high court hearing inside.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has agreed to discuss the demand for a circuit high court bench in Mangaluru with the Karnataka Chief Justice. Lawyers' delegation met CM to push for swift justice in coastal region.
Delhi High Court asks CBI for its stance on a petition demanding a probe into a student's suicide, alleging police bias. The plea claims the accused are being protected. Read the latest developments.
Delhi High Court highlights individual responsibility for toxic air, defers pollution plea to Supreme Court to avoid parallel hearings. Read the full details.
Kumar Pillai, extradited in 2016 and acquitted in all cases by 2024, petitions a Mumbai court for repatriation to Hong Kong, his claimed home country. The court will hear the matter on December 20.
Delhi High Court will examine a plea seeking urgent scientific measures to control the capital's hazardous air pollution levels, which are causing severe health issues. Read the full details.
Allahabad High Court denies bail to Chinese national Xue Fei in forgery case, highlighting lack of India-China extradition treaty and threat to economic security. Read the full details.
A Dhaka court fines 17 convicts Tk 1 lakh each in Purbachal graft case, cancels plot for Rehana. Bangladesh seeks Hasina's extradition from India as judicial process ends. Read the full details.
Bangladesh court sentences former PM Sheikh Hasina to 21 years in corruption cases. India reviewing extradition request. Get latest updates on political turmoil.