Bihar Court Employees' Silent Protest on Jan 16-17, 2026
Bihar State Civil Court Employees' Association announces a two-day silent protest in January 2026 over pending service demands like pay revision and SOP. Read details.
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SC Approves Kolhapur as Additional Bombay High Court Bench
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.
Jharkhand Trains 346 Educators for Inclusive Learning
Jharkhand's education department trains 346 special educators and therapists to improve learning for children with special needs under Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan. Read more.
CBI Moves SC Against Kuldeep Sengar's Bail in Unnao Case
The CBI has filed a Special Leave Petition in the Supreme Court challenging the bail granted to ex-MLA Kuldeep Sengar in the 2019 Unnao rape case. This follows major public outcry and protests. Read the latest developments.
SC Allows Delhi HC to Test Special Marriage Act Validity
The Supreme Court has cleared the path for the Delhi High Court to examine the constitutional validity of the Special Marriage Act's mandatory public notice provision. This follows the SC's dismissal of the Law Ministry's transfer petition.
Life sentence for 3 in Tonk's 2016 murder of 70-year-old
A Tonk trial court sentenced three men to life for murdering a 70-year-old man in 2016. Judge Aarti Maheshwari appended a poignant self-composed poem to the verdict, reflecting on the crime's moral decay. Read the full story.
Calcutta HC Allows Foreign Courts in Indian Divorce Cases
Calcutta High Court rules UK courts can hear divorce & maintenance for a marriage solemnised in India if a spouse lives there. Key ruling on jurisdiction under Hindu Marriage Act.
Bengaluru court rejects BJP MLA's anticipatory bail plea
A special court in Bengaluru rejects BJP MLA BA Basavaraj's anticipatory bail in the Biklu Shiva murder case. The CID has named 18 accused but omitted the MLA's name. Read the full details.
Lokayukta submits Muda scam case diary to court
Lokayukta police submit Muda scam case diary to special court. Hearing on activist's petition against clean chit to CM Siddaramaiah, wife adjourned to Jan 5. Read the latest developments.
13 Get Life for Lynching in Murshidabad Over Waqf Act
A special court sentences 13 to life imprisonment for the 2022 lynching of a man and his son in Murshidabad during protests against the Waqf Act amendment. Details inside.
13 Convicted for Murshidabad Riot Double Murder
A Jangipur court convicts 13 for murdering father-son duo during Murshidabad riots. The fast-track verdict comes six months after a detailed SIT probe. Sentencing expected Tuesday.
Court Rejects Zero FIR Pleas Against Thane Judges
A special court in Mumbai dismissed pleas seeking zero FIRs against two Thane judges, upholding judicial immunity. The judge cited lack of evidence and the Judges Protection Act. Read the full 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.
Court Reserves Order on Sajjan Kumar in 1984 Riots Cases
A Delhi court has set January 22 to pronounce its order in cases against Congress leader Sajjan Kumar related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. Read the full details of the legal proceedings here.
Rajasthan HC Acquits 3 RPF Men in Bribery Case
Rajasthan High Court overturns conviction of 3 RPF personnel, ruling trap operations alone insufficient for bribery conviction. Key legal principles clarified. Read the full analysis.
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.
20-Year RI for Man Who Raped 8-Year-Old in Cuttack
A special POCSO court in Cuttack sentenced a 22-year-old man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for raping an 8-year-old girl. The court also imposed a fine and recommended Rs 4 lakh compensation for the survivor.
Manali man sentenced to 12 years in NDPS case
A special court in Kullu sentences a Manali resident to 12 years rigorous imprisonment and a fine for possessing 1.2 kg of charas. Read the full details of the NDPS conviction.
Jodhpur Lawyers Protest Over Broken 48-Year Court Tradition
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.
Mumbai Court Convicts Deaf School Teachers for Student Assault
A special Pocso court in Mumbai convicts a former headmaster and a retired teacher from a deaf school for sexually assaulting three students. The landmark case relied on sign language interpreters and video evidence. Read the full details.
Sarpanch Murder Case: Accused Seek Removal of Ujjwal Nikam
Five accused in the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar sarpanch abduction-murder case move court to remove Ujjwal Nikam as SPP, alleging political links. Next hearing on Dec 23.
Mahesh Sonak to be Jharkhand High Court Chief Justice
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.
Ahmedabad Court Sentences Two in 31g Mephedrone Case
A special court in Ahmedabad sentenced two individuals to prison for possessing over 31g of mephedrone. One convict is a repeat offender. Details on the NDPS Act case and acquittals inside.
Court seeks case diary in MUDA probe involving CM Siddaramaiah
A special court has asked for the case diary in the MUDA land allotment probe after Lokayukta police sought more time. The case involves allegations concerning Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's family.
SC Asks EC to Consider Pleas for SIR Deadline Extension
The Supreme Court has asked the Election Commission to consider representations seeking an extension of the Special Intensive Revision deadlines in Kerala and Uttar Pradesh. Read the full details.
Court Releases Dileep's Passport After Acquittal
A Kerala court has released actor Dileep's passport following his acquittal in the high-profile actress assault case. The prosecution plans to appeal. Get the latest details.
Bomb Threat at Bombay High Court, Mumbai Courts Evacuated
A bomb threat email triggered mass evacuations at Bombay High Court and other Mumbai courts. Police conducted searches, operations resumed. Stay updated on the security situation.
Bombay High Court evacuated following bomb threat email
The Bombay High Court and other courts in Mumbai were evacuated after receiving bomb threats via email. Police deployed bomb detection squads. This is a developing story.
Special Court Dismisses ED's National Herald Case
A Delhi court rejects ED's Rs 2000 crore money laundering case against Sonia & Rahul Gandhi, citing lack of predicate offence. Read the full legal analysis.
HP High Court Warns Officer Over Unpaid Judges' Dues
Himachal Pradesh High Court threatens contempt action against Finance Secretary for defying Supreme Court order to clear pending dues of retired judges. Next hearing could trigger punitive steps.
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