Odisha HC sets Jan 13 deadline for Lokayukta report
Orissa High Court directs state govt to file report on Lokayukta search committee by Jan 13. The anti-corruption body has been defunct for over a year, stalling hundreds of cases.
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Pak Court Extends Imran Khan's Interim Bail Till Jan 27
A Pakistani court extends interim bail for ex-PM Imran Khan and wife Bushra Bibi in May 9 violence cases. Next hearing set for January 27. Read the latest developments.
Kerala HC disposes 1.09L cases; 2.58L still pending
Kerala High Court sees 6% rise in case disposals, clearing over 1.09 lakh cases. However, a massive backlog of 2.58 lakh pending cases highlights urgent need for judicial reforms. Read the full analysis.
9 convicted in SBI fraud case causing Rs 2.3 crore loss
A Visakhapatnam court convicts nine, including ex-SBI officials, in two fraud cases causing over Rs 2.3 crore loss to the bank. Read the full details of the judgment and sentences.
UNESCO Hails Odisha's Mother Tongue Education for Tribal Kids
UNESCO's 2025 report lauds Odisha's mother tongue-based multilingual education for tribal students as a national model, showing improved learning outcomes. Discover how the state's pioneering approach works.
HC Slams Tamil Nadu Over Poor Illegal Mining Prosecution
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary to act as only 135 criminal cases were filed for 1,439 illegal mining incidents detected since 2020. Read the shocking details.
Supreme Court Registry to Scrutinise Urgent Cases: CJI
CJI Surya Kant instructs Supreme Court Registry to carefully examine urgent cases for appropriate listing. Special vacation benches are currently operational for immediate hearings. Read the full details.
Chandigarh Resolves 1,170 Long-Pending Estate Cases
Chandigarh's estate office resolves 1,170 long-pending cases in a major drive. Over 500 cases were more than a decade old. Read about the cleanup effort.
Special SC Vacation Bench Led by CJI to Sit on December 22
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant will lead a special vacation bench on December 22 to hear urgent matters. This move ensures judicial access during the Supreme Court's winter break.
Delhi PWD installs stray dog helpline signs on major roads
Delhi PWD mandates helpline signage on key roads for stray dog complaints, following a Supreme Court directive. Aim is faster reporting and response to improve public safety.
88 Bengaluru Cops Face Criminal Cases Under BNS
Karnataka Home Minister reveals 88 police personnel are facing criminal cases under BNS. 12 FIRs registered for 'Pakistan Zindabad' sloganeering in last 3 years. Get the full details.
SC to test petitioner's humanity with video in stray dogs case
The Supreme Court, hearing allegations of inhuman treatment of stray dogs by MCD, will play a video at the next hearing to test the petitioner's sense of humanity. The case stems from rising rabies cases in Delhi. Read the full details.
SC orders cross-case details in chargesheets to club trials
The Supreme Court has directed that information on linked or cross cases must be included in chargesheets to allow courts to club trials, preventing delays and anomalies in the criminal justice system.
Karnataka HC Adopts Calcutta HC's Child Custody Guidelines
Karnataka High Court mandates applying Calcutta HC's child custody guidelines in all cases. This move aims to ensure child welfare and consistency in sensitive legal battles.
Mysuru Lok Adalat Settles 14,000 Pending Cases
The National Lok Adalat in Mysuru successfully settled over 14,000 pending cases, including traffic challans, and collected Rs 23.6 crore in fines. Read the full report on this massive judicial clearance drive.
NIA to Get Dedicated Courts in Every State & UT
The Centre informs SC that every state and UT will have at least one dedicated NIA court. Delhi to get 16 special courts to expedite terror and organized crime cases.
HC Suspects Cyber Fraud Syndicate in Bank Account Petitions
Kerala High Court raises alarm over petitions to unfreeze cybercrime-linked accounts, suspects a syndicate. Lawyers issued show-cause notices. Details inside.
Indian Celebrities Win Legal Battles Against AI Deepfakes
Amitabh Bachchan, Chiranjeevi, and others lead the legal charge against AI deepfakes and misuse of likeness. Courts frame personality rights as privacy and publicity. Read more.
National Lok Adalat in Haveri Courts on December 13
Haveri's National Lok Adalat on Dec 13 aims to resolve pending cases via compromise. Get court fee refunds & 50% fine concessions on MV Act cases. Save time and money.
HP High Court Concerned Over 408% Rise in Juvenile Cases
Himachal Pradesh High Court flags a 408% surge in pending juvenile justice cases and the state's failure to provide child-friendly court premises as mandated by law. Details inside.
6.26 Lakh Cases Pending in Himachal Courts, 16 Judge Posts Vacant
Himachal Pradesh's judiciary faces a massive backlog with over 6.26 lakh cases pending in district courts. Nationwide, 4.80 crore cases await resolution. Read the full report on the judicial crisis.
SC: Stop clogging courts with weak cases, act as filters
Supreme Court criticises filing of chargesheets without strong evidence, says it clogs judicial system. Orders police and trial courts to ensure only cases with strong suspicion proceed to trial.
Rajasthan HC Permits Withdrawal of Cases Against Politicians
Rajasthan High Court approves state govt's plea to withdraw criminal cases against Education Minister Madan Dilawar and ex-MLA Bhawani Singh Rajawat. Read the full details here.
Calcutta HC Strikes Down 1,600 Supernumerary Teacher Posts
Calcutta High Court sets aside creation of 1,600 supernumerary posts for work & physical education teachers. Justice Basu rejects gap-filling argument. Read the full story.
SC Demands Acid Attack Case Data from High Courts in 4 Weeks
The Supreme Court directs all High Courts to submit details of pending acid attack cases within four weeks. This move aims to expedite justice for survivors and ensure strict enforcement of laws.
SC Asks HCs for Details of Pending Acid Attack Trials
Supreme Court directs High Courts to provide details of pending acid attack trials nationwide. Notices issued to Centre on PIL by survivor Shaheen Malik. Read the latest updates.
AMC Implements SC Stray Dog Guidelines, Appoints Nodal Officers
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation begins phased implementation of Supreme Court's stray dog management SOP. Nodal officers appointed for AMC buildings, with shelters a key challenge. Details inside.
HC Seeks Details of Criminal Cases Against UP Lawyers
Allahabad High Court directs UP Police to submit details of pending criminal cases against enrolled advocates. Justice Vinod Diwakar emphasizes impact on judicial integrity. Read the full order.
SC Bans Senior Advocates from Case Mentioning
Supreme Court officially bars senior advocates from case mentioning, introduces new procedure for urgent matters. Fresh cases to be listed within 2 working days. Read more about the reforms.
Agra: UP's New Divorce Capital with 762 Cases
Agra transforms from city of eternal love to UP's divorce hub with 762 petitions in September. Small towns lead the breakup boom as women assert rights and attitudes shift across Uttar Pradesh.
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