HC summons BMC, MPCB chiefs over Mumbai air pollution
Bombay High Court directs BMC and MPCB chiefs to appear personally after a panel finds serious non-compliance at 36 sites, including bullet train and Metro projects. Read the full report.
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HC Orders FIRs, Compensation in RIMS Land Scam
Jharkhand High Court mandates action against officials & builders for illegal land registry at Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences. Residents to be compensated. Next hearing on Jan 6, 2026.
SC lawyer M L Sharma, 'serial petitioner', passes away at 69
Supreme Court advocate Manohar Lal Sharma, known for filing PILs on major issues like the coal scam and Rafale deal and for defending a Nirbhaya convict, died at 69. Read about his controversial legal career.
Chennai's Poor Protest Over Unsafe Colonies, Drug Abuse
Over 500 residents from Chennai's resettlement colonies like Perumbakkam & Kannagi Nagar protested unresolved civic issues: drug abuse, unsafe buildings, poor transport. Their demands remain unheard.
Court Dismisses PIL in Vaishno Devi Landslide Case
A Reasi court dismissed a plea for an FIR against Vaishno Devi shrine officials for the August 26 landslide that killed 35 pilgrims. The judge ruled it a natural disaster, with no criminal negligence found. Read the full details.
Ranchi Meat Shops Operate in Unhygienic Conditions
Ranchi faces a public health crisis as numerous meat shops flout hygiene laws, slaughtering animals in the open. The Jharkhand High Court has ordered immediate action. Read more.
J&K Court Quashes PIL Against Vaishno Devi Board for Landslide
The Jammu & Kashmir High Court dismisses a PIL blaming the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board for a 2022 landslide that killed 12. The court attributes the tragedy to a natural disaster. Read the full legal analysis.
HC Seeks Shimla Traffic Solution Report by March 19
Himachal Pradesh High Court directs Chief Secretary for detailed affidavit on Shimla's traffic decongestion progress. Next hearing set for March 19. Read the latest.
Lokesh: YSRCP PILs Stall 100K Jobs in Andhra Pradesh
AP Minister Nara Lokesh alleges YSRCP is filing PILs to block major IT investments like TCS & Raheja, threatening over 100,000 jobs for the state's youth. Read more.
Rajasthan HC Orders Status Quo on Central Park Building
Rajasthan High Court stops JDA's construction in Jaipur's Central Park, demands site report. Key details on the PIL and legal battle inside.
HC Questions Tree Felling for Highway Widening, Suggests Elevated Road
Uttarakhand High Court questions felling of 4,000 trees for highway widening, suggests an elevated road. Next hearing on Dec 31. Read the full story.
PIL Against Kolkata 'Babri Masjid' Construction Withdrawn
A PIL challenging the proposed 'Babri Masjid' in Kolkata was withdrawn from the Calcutta High Court. The petitioner plans to refile. Details on the legal move and its implications.
Nagpur HC Slams Admin for Evicting Protesters in Cold
Nagpur High Court expressed anger as authorities failed to provide shelters to Winter Session protesters despite orders, forcing evictions. Read the full story.
Vedanta's Green Copper Plea Tagged with Sterlite Demolition PIL
Madras HC to hear Vedanta's plea for an expert panel on its green copper facility alongside a PIL seeking Sterlite demolition. A crucial case for Tuticorin and India's copper vision.
Calcutta HC dismisses PIL against Babri Masjid replica
Calcutta High Court dismissed a PIL challenging the construction of a mosque named 'Babri Masjid' in Murshidabad by suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir. The court cited lack of locus standi. Read details.
SC Review on Intersex Rights, Ban on Infant Surgeries
India's Supreme Court refers a PIL to a larger bench, seeking a nationwide ban on non-consensual sex-selective surgeries on intersex infants and legal recognition for intersex persons.
SC rejects PIL on bottled water standards as 'luxury'
Supreme Court declines PIL seeking stricter limits on chemicals in packaged water, urges focus on drinking water scarcity. Read the full details and court's remarks.
Odisha to Implement Supreme Court's Living Will Order
Odisha government commits to implementing Supreme Court's Advance Medical Directives. High Court hears PIL on delay. Committee formed, draft resolution in final stages. Read details.
HC fines man ₹50k for not disclosing FIRs in PIL
Calcutta High Court imposes ₹50,000 cost on a petitioner for concealing six pending criminal cases while filing a PIL against illegal construction on Hooghly banks. Details inside.
PIL for Judicial Probe in Maoist Encounter Adjourned
Andhra Pradesh High Court adjourns PIL seeking judicial inquiry into the encounter killings of Maoist leader Madvi Hidma and five others. Next hearing scheduled for next week.
HC Directs AP Govt to File Affidavit on Vizag IT Park Land Allotment
Andhra Pradesh High Court directs state govt to detail land allotment applications for Vizag IT park. Bench declines stay on Raheja Corp allotment. Read the full legal battle.
HC Seeks Odisha Govt Reply on PIL Against MBBS Fee Hike
Orissa High Court issues notice to state over PIL challenging last-minute revision of MBBS/BDS fees for 2025-26. Petitioners allege 78% hike hurt meritorious poor students. Next hearing on Jan 20.
Kerala's Anti-Ragging Amendment Bill Finalized in 45 Days
Kerala government commits to finalizing the draft Anti-Ragging Amendment Bill within 45 days. High Court adjourns PIL seeking stronger laws after a shocking Kottayam nursing college incident.
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.
Delhi HC Rejects 4x Compensation Plea for IndiGo Flyers
Delhi High Court dismisses PIL seeking fourfold compensation for passengers affected by IndiGo cancellations. Court directs petitioner to join existing case. Details inside.
Delhi HC Rejects PIL on IndiGo Passenger Compensation
Delhi High Court declines to hear PIL seeking increased compensation for IndiGo passengers, citing similar pending case. Read the full details and legal implications here.
Adhikari Seeks Urgent Hearing on Messi Event Chaos Probe
BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari's counsel moves fresh plea for urgent hearing on PIL seeking court-monitored probe into Salt Lake Stadium chaos during Lionel Messi's GOAT tour. Read the latest developments.
Bombay HC Tags PIL for SIT Probe in Goa Nightclub Fire
Bombay High Court tags PIL seeking SIT probe into Goa nightclub fire deaths with suo motu case. Hearing on Jan 12. Activists demand independent inquiry and statewide fire audit.
HC Directs TN Govt to Respond on MAWS Recruitment Scam PIL
Madras High Court orders Tamil Nadu government to respond to a PIL seeking an FIR based on ED's report alleging ₹634 crore corruption in MAWS department recruitment. Details inside.
HC Judge Recuses from Rambagh Golf Club PIL
Acting CJ Sanjeev Prakash Sharma recuses himself from a PIL challenging illegal construction inside Jaipur's Rambagh Golf Club. Activists vow to continue legal fight. Read details.
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