SC Stays Own Aravalli Definition in Unprecedented Move
In a rare move, the Supreme Court stays its November 20 ruling on Aravalli definition. Explore the legal precedent and environmental implications of this suo motu review.
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SC Stays Aravalli Definition Order, Proposes Expert Panel
The Supreme Court has paused its earlier order on a uniform Aravalli definition. A high-powered expert committee will now conduct a holistic review of the crucial ecological issue. Read the latest developments.
Retd Justice Thakur to Head Himachal Juvenile Justice Panel
The Himachal Pradesh government appoints Justice Surinder Singh Thakur (retd) as chairperson of the state selection committee for juvenile justice bodies for a three-year term.
Jharkhand's 2025 Achievements: A Year of Pride
As Jharkhand bids farewell to 2025, we recap its landmark year: PESA Rules approval, national awards in arts & sports, infrastructural boosts, and global recognitions that made the state proud. Discover the 25 key milestones.
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.
HC Judge Inspects Hazaribag Juvenile Home & Central Jail
Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad inspected Hazaribag's observation home and central jail, reviewing facilities and interacting with inmates. Read the full report on the judge's directives.
HC Judges Review Plans for CJI Surya Kant's Hisar Visit
Punjab & Haryana HC judges visited Hisar to review preparations for CJI Justice Surya Kant's visit in Jan 2026, where he will inaugurate new courts and interact with the bar. Read more.
Jharkhand Adds 100 MBBS Seats, Expands RIMS in 2025
Jharkhand's 2025 health overhaul: 100 new MBBS seats approved, RIMS second campus, 6 new medical colleges & state's first medical university planned. Read about the major push to fix healthcare infrastructure.
Calcutta HC Refuses to Interfere in Messi Event SIT Probe
Calcutta High Court declines to intervene in SIT investigation into Lionel Messi event fiasco, citing preliminary stage. Acting Chief Justice Sujoy Paul leads the bench. Read the latest details.
CJI: Supreme Court Judgments Now in 16 Indian Languages
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced Supreme Court judgments are being translated into 16 languages to enhance access to justice. He emphasized preserving Hindi heritage at an Etawah event.
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.
CJI Surya Kant Chief Guest at Etawah Hindi Sewa Nidhi Event
Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant will be the chief guest at a program in Etawah honoring late Justice Prem Shankar Gupta, a champion of Hindi in courts. Read about the dignitaries and awardees.
Madras HC Judge M S Ramesh Retires After 85,000+ Cases
Madras High Court bids farewell to Justice M S Ramesh, who disposed of over 85,000 cases. His retirement reduces court strength to 53, impacting justice administration. Read more.
Telangana HC Limits GHMC Delimitation Data Order to 2 Wards
Telangana High Court modifies single judge's order on GHMC delimitation. Bench directs population data publication for only two specific wards by Dec 20. Read the latest legal update.
SC Collegium Recommends 5 New HC Chief Justices
The Supreme Court collegium, led by CJI Surya Kant, has proposed the appointment of five high court judges as chief justices and transferred the Meghalaya CJ. Get the full list of recommendations and details here.
SC Empowers HCs to Appoint Retired Judges as Ad Hoc Judges
The Supreme Court has taken steps to utilise retired High Court judges to tackle the massive backlog of 63.6 lakh pending cases. New guidelines address seniority concerns to facilitate appointments. Read more.
HC Questions 'Honourable' Tag for Bureaucrats
Allahabad High Court challenges the use of 'Honourable' for state officials, calling it a diminution of constitutional authorities' status. Principal secretary must file affidavit. Read the full story.
Mahesh Sonak Recommended for Jharkhand HC Chief Justice
Bombay HC Judge Justice Mahesh Sonak recommended for elevation as Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court by SC Collegium. Learn about his career and background.
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.
SC on judges' last-minute orders like cricket sixes
Supreme Court remarks on trend of judges passing many orders before retirement, hearing plea of MP judge suspended 10 days before retirement. Read the full story.
Justice Nisha Banu Joins Kerala HC on December 19
Justice J Nisha Banu, transferred from Madras HC, will be sworn in at Kerala High Court on Dec 19. Chief Justice Nitin Jamdar will administer the oath. Get the full career details.
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.
Madras HC Hails New Criminal Laws for Timely Justice
Madras High Court praises Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita laws, emphasizing shift from colonial punitive framework to justice-centric system ensuring accountability and timely investigations. Read more.
HC Questions Delay in FIR After Advocate Assault by Police
Punjab & Haryana High Court demands affidavit from Punjab DGP over delayed FIR in alleged assault of advocate by Haryana Police. Lawyers protest, abstain from work. Details inside.
Allahabad HC dismisses petitions in cough syrup case
Allahabad High Court rejects pleas to quash FIR and grant stay on arrest in adulterated cough syrup case, terming the alleged crime as grave against society. Read the full details.
Chhattisgarh CJ: Family Courts Key to Protecting Relationships
Chhattisgarh High Court Chief Justice Ramesh Sinha emphasizes the crucial role of family courts in reuniting families and reducing emotional trauma. Read his full address.
Vanishing Dissent in India's Supreme Court: A Concern
A deep dive into the alarming decline of dissenting judgments in India's Supreme Court. Explore the data, the potential causes, and the profound implications for democracy and justice. Read more.
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.
SC Declines PIL on Regulating AI in Judiciary
India's Supreme Court declined to entertain a PIL seeking AI regulation in courts but acknowledged the concerns. The CJI invited the petitioner to submit recommendations directly to the court. Read the full story.
SC to hear TN plea against HC order in temple lamp case
The Supreme Court has agreed to consider listing Tamil Nadu's plea challenging a High Court order related to a temple lamp lighting dispute. Get the latest updates on this legal tussle.
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