Bhopal Gas Victims Protest BMC Water Connection Cuts
Residents of a Bhopal gas-affected colony protest as BMC cuts water connections. They cite a Supreme Court order for free water due to contaminated groundwater. Read about the ongoing struggle.
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Differently-abled court staffer dies by suicide in Saket
A 43-year-old differently-abled court employee died by suicide at Saket court complex. Colleagues protest, citing immense work pressure and staff shortages. Read the full story.
Court staff protest colleague's suicide, cite extreme work pressure
Staff at Delhi's Saket Court held a sit-in and candlelight march after a record keeper's suicide, highlighting severe staff shortages and backlog of cases. Demands include compensation and FIR.
Court Staff End Boycott After Meeting Chief Justice
Delhi court staff called off a Lok Adalat boycott after a suicide blamed on work pressure. They met the Chief Justice, demanding aid for the family, reduced workload, and promotions. Read the full story.
Court Staffer Dies by Suicide in Delhi, Cites Work Pressure
A 43-year-old court clerk in Delhi's Saket court died by suicide, citing extreme work pressure in a note. The incident triggered protests over chronic staff shortages in the judiciary.
Kerala HC Farewell to Chief Justice Nitin Jamdar
The Kerala High Court held a full court reference to honour retiring Chief Justice Nitin Jamdar. Justice Jamdar praised the court's progressive legacy in gender justice and civil liberties. Read more about his distinguished career.
SC Dismisses Sharmila Tagore's Stray Dog Plea
Supreme Court hears petitions on stray dog rules, sharply criticising arguments by Sharmila Tagore's counsel. Court warns against romanticising dogs in hospitals. Read the full details.
Delhi Court Staffer Suicide Over Work Pressure
A 37-year-old Saket District Court employee died by suicide at his Delhi home, leaving a note citing extreme work pressure. Colleagues report he was overburdened. Police investigation ongoing.
Delhi court staffer dies by suicide, cites work pressure
Harish Singh Mahar, a 35-year-old court staffer with a disability, died by suicide at Delhi's Saket court complex. A suicide note cited extreme work pressure, sparking protests over staff shortages.
Clerk Dies by Suicide at Delhi's Saket Court Complex
A 33-year-old court clerk died after jumping from the top floor of Delhi's Saket court complex. Police suspect work-related stress. Investigation underway.
Saket Court Staffer Suicide: Probe On After Note Found
A Delhi court employee died by suicide at the Saket court complex. Police recovered a note and are investigating the incident. Read the latest details here.
Noida Lynching Case Hearing Advanced Amid Transfer Plea
The hearing in the 2015 Mohammad Akhlaq lynching case in Noida has been advanced by 15 days. This follows a transfer application filed by the accused, citing politicization of the case. Read the latest court developments.
Noida Lynching Case Hearing Advanced by 15 Days
The Noida sessions court has advanced the hearing in the 2015 Mohammad Akhlaq lynching case by 15 days. The move follows a transfer application filed by the accused, citing politicization. Read the latest courtroom developments.
Moga Court evacuated after threat mail, police search complex
Moga court complex evacuated following a threat email. Police with anti-sabotage teams conduct a massive search operation. Judicial officers moved to safety. Read for details.
Bomb Hoax Targets HP High Court, Punjab Courts
Himachal Pradesh High Court and district courts in Punjab's Ferozepur and Moga were evacuated after bomb threat emails. This is the fourth such hoax targeting the Shimla court since 2024. Read details.
GHCBA Hunger Strike Protests Court Move to North Guwahati
Lawyers of Gauhati High Court Bar Association begin a 3-day hunger strike against shifting court to North Guwahati. 86% members oppose the move in referendum. Read details.
Bomb Threat Emails Evacuate Odisha Courts, Search On
Court proceedings in Cuttack and Sambalpur were halted for hours after bomb threat emails. Evacuation protocols were activated, but no suspicious objects were found. Read the full story.
Hooch Tragedy in Samastipur: One Dead, Son Blinded
A man died and his son lost his eyesight after consuming spurious liquor in Bihar's dry Samastipur district. Police investigation underway as the state's prohibition policy faces scrutiny.
GHCBA boycotts new High Court complex ceremony in Assam
The Gauhati High Court Bar Association announces boycott of foundation stone-laying ceremony for new complex in North Guwahati, citing accessibility concerns. Read details on the ongoing dispute.
Bombay HC to Hear Bail Pleas in Goa Club Fire Case
Bombay High Court will hear anticipatory bail pleas of ex-sarpanch & secretary in Arpora Birch by Romeo fire case on Jan 9. 25 lives lost in the tragedy. Details inside.
Tripura HC orders woman to stand in courtroom in contempt case
Tripura High Court orders a woman to stand until court adjourns for contempt over breach of divorce terms and public allegations against judges. Details of the case and the court's ruling inside.
Delhi Law: Full Court Fee Refund Now for Private Settlements
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 hoax evacuates Karnataka High Court in Dharwad
A bomb threat email caused panic and evacuation at Karnataka's Dharwad High Court and district courts in Mysuru, Gadag & Bagalkot. Security was heightened, proceedings halted. Read details.
Bomb Threat at Dharwad High Court Bench, Courts Evacuated
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.
Bomb Threat at Dharwad High Court, Courts Evacuated
Bomb threat emails triggered panic and a full evacuation at Dharwad High Court and district courts in Gadag & Bagalkot on Jan 6, 2026, suspending all proceedings. Read for details.
Ahmedabad: Two family members die of heart attack hours apart
A 50-year-old businessman and his 80-year-old uncle died within hours in Ahmedabad's Paldi. The uncle collapsed from shock after learning of his nephew's death. Read the full story.
Man Dies of Cardiac Arrest in Karnataka Court Witness Box
A 50-year-old man collapsed and died from a cardiac arrest while giving testimony in a Karnataka court. The tragic incident occurred in Tumakuru district.
Court Condoles 25 Deaths in Goa's Birch Nightclub Fire
Goa court offers profound sympathy to families of 25 victims killed in tragic Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub fire at Arpora. Read the full judicial statement.
HC Criticizes Trial Court's Haste, Rejects Summons Order
Allahabad High Court rebukes Meerut sessions court for not waiting for Supreme Court order copy. Justice Shailendra quashes summons in 2020 double murder case, emphasizing judicial patience. Read the full judgment details.
Justice Mahesh Sonak Appointed Jharkhand HC Chief Justice
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.
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