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.
Haryana's Additional Chief Secretary announces the state is a national leader in criminal justice system reforms. Discover the key initiatives and their impact.
Andhra Pradesh High Court quashes criminal defamation cases against a media house, ruling the state must show 'patience and maturity' like a parent. Read the full judgment details.
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court quashes a dowry cruelty FIR, ruling criminal law cannot be a tool for personal vendetta. Justice Sanjay Parihar delivered the verdict on December 26, 2025. Read the full analysis.
Film director Kiran Rao underwent successful appendix surgery at Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital in Mumbai. She has recovered and shared her health journey on Instagram. Learn about appendicitis symptoms and treatment.
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.
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.
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao reveals a staggering ₹80,000 crore compensation is pending for 10 lakh road accident cases. Calls for urgent reform and higher interim relief.
BCY Party president Bode Ramachandra Yadav alleges complete collapse of law & order in Andhra Pradesh, crimes against women daily. Demands CBI probe into drug mafia, claims minister wields unconstitutional power over police.
Guntakandla Ramachandra Reddy, 95, a freedom fighter, sworn in as Nagaram village sarpanch in Telangana. He pledges to focus on education, healthcare, and village development. Read his inspiring journey.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ten years after reforms were promised, India's juvenile justice system remains broken. Institutional gaps continue to fail children and derail their futures. Read our analysis.
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.
BJP MP Manoj Tiwari introduces a bill to amend the Juvenile Justice Act, aiming to try 14-16 year olds accused of heinous crimes as adults. Read the full details and implications.
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.
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.
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.
Andhra Pradesh High Court grants bail to three in NDPS case, ruling that failure to inform accused of remand extension violates Article 21. Justice Y Lakshmana Rao's landmark order mandates physical or virtual intimation.
India's Supreme Court clarifies a prosecutor's duty is to assist justice, not just secure convictions. Bench of Justices Karol & Singh overturns three murder convictions. Read the landmark ruling.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant pledges to work until midnight to ensure justice for the poorest litigants, marking a new priority for the judiciary. Read his powerful commitment.
Explore how procedural lapses in evidence handling compromise justice delivery in Indian courts. Understand the crucial role of 'benefit of doubt' in common law systems. Read expert analysis on legal reforms needed.
Supreme Court expresses displeasure as only 11 states file CCTV compliance affidavits. Centre and states get 3-week deadline. Non-compliance may summon officials.
Justice Surya Kant takes oath as India's 53rd Chief Justice. Hisar district courts erupt in celebration as lawyers dance, hold havan and blood donation camp to honor native son.
Justice Surya Kant sworn in as 53rd Chief Justice of India until 2027. Hisar village celebrates with laddoo distribution. Former classmates recall his journey from Petwar to Supreme Court.
Justice Surya Kant makes history as 53rd CJI and first from Haryana. Emotional ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan attended by 235 guests including childhood teachers and village elders.
Congress leaders welcome Justice Surya Kant's elevation as CJI, calling it a pivotal moment for India's justice system. Haryana MPs celebrate his humble origins. Read more about this historic appointment.