SC Vacation Benches Sit During Winter Break for First Time
In a historic first, Supreme Court vacation benches, including one led by CJI Surya Kant, convened during the winter recess. The court was closed from Dec 22 to Jan 2. Read more.
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Court-Monitored Task Force Sought After Panaji Fire
Amicus curiae Rohit Bras de Sa calls for a court-monitored task force to audit high-risk coastal establishments in Goa after the deadly Birch fire, citing systemic legal failures. Read the full demands.
HC Orders Fast-Track Trial for Yemeni Man, Cites Financial Burden
Delhi High Court orders expedited trial for a Yemeni national facing multiple cases, noting his prolonged detention is a financial burden on the state. Details inside.
Andhra Train Fire, Unnao Case, Trump-Zelensky Meet: Top News
Major updates on the Andhra train fire tragedy, the Unnao case returning to the Supreme Court, and the meeting between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky. Stay informed on these critical national and international developments.
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.
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.
Child survives toxic Coldrif syrup in MP, left blind and crippled
Kunal Yaduvanshi, 5, survived after drinking toxic Coldrif syrup in MP's Chhindwara, but lost his eyesight. His father's plea for help exposes the human cost of the tragedy that killed 26 children. Read his heartbreaking 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.
Court Sets 2-Month Deadline for Bhopal Toxic Ash Disposal
Madhya Pradesh High Court suspends order blocking disposal of 800 MT toxic ash from Union Carbide plant. Govt directed to complete process in two months. Key developments explained.
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.
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.
Kanpur: Father kills son, injures another before suicide
A Kanpur jeweller killed his 7-year-old son and injured his 12-year-old son before taking his own life on his wife's death anniversary. Police found a suicide note citing lifelong troubles. Read the full investigation details.
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.
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.
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.
SC Stops Construction on Disputed 100 Acres in Hyderabad
Supreme Court directs private claimants to halt all construction on disputed Shamshabad land allegedly owned by HMDA. Case involves allegations of fabricated court orders. Read the full legal saga.
SC Stays HC Order on 7-Fold Maintenance Hike for Pune Wife
Supreme Court stays Bombay HC order enhancing wife's maintenance from ₹50k to ₹3.5 lakh/month. Husband directed to clear arrears. Next hearing in 2026. Details inside.
Goa Nightclub Fire Kills 4, Heroic Husband Saves Wife
A family holiday in Goa ended in tragedy as a fire at Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub claimed four lives. Read about the heroic sacrifice and the devastating aftermath.
Court Orders Charges Against Sushil Ansal for Passport Fraud
A Delhi court finds prima facie evidence to frame charges against Uphaar convict Sushil Ansal for concealing criminal history in passport applications. The case will proceed on Jan 13, 2026.
Madurai Karthigai Lamp Row: Collector Moves SC
Madurai District Collector moves Supreme Court against HC order on Karthigai festival lamp lighting. Faces contempt for allegedly defying court directive. Read the full legal battle.
Ludhiana Court Violence: 3 Injured in Brawl
Three men injured in a violent clash between two groups at Ludhiana court complex. The fight erupted over a 2022 case, raising serious security questions. Read details.
Bhopal Gas Tragedy: HC's Last Chance to Governments
The Madhya Pradesh High Court issues a final warning to the Union and State governments to respond to a PIL seeking enhanced compensation for Bhopal gas tragedy victims, citing 'misclassification' of injuries.
Mangaluru High Court Bench: CM Assures Positive Discussion
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has agreed to discuss the demand for a circuit high court bench in Mangaluru with the Karnataka Chief Justice. Lawyers' delegation met CM to push for swift justice in coastal region.
Court orders charges against Sushil Ansal in passport case
Delhi court directs framing of charges against Uphaar convict Sushil Ansal for allegedly procuring passports using false information. Read the latest developments in the long-running legal saga.
Rajasthan HC sets Dec 5 deadline for school repair roadmap
Rajasthan High Court reprimands state govt for failing to submit a detailed plan to repair 86,000 dangerous classrooms. Education secretary must file affidavit by Dec 5 or appear in court. Read the full story.
Bombay HC freezes Rs 34L in family accounts in maintenance case
Bombay High Court freezes Rs 34 lakh transferred by a man to his mother and brother, calling it a systematic attempt to avoid paying maintenance to his wife and daughter. Read the full details.
Hong Kong Fire: 150+ Dead, Substandard Materials Blamed
Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades kills over 150 at Wang Fuk Court. Substandard renovation materials, faulty safety systems cited. 13 arrested for manslaughter. Details inside.
Hong Kong's Deadliest Fire Kills 128, Corruption Probe
Hong Kong's worst fire in decades kills 128, sparks corruption investigation into building renovations. Safety concerns ignored despite multiple warnings.
Hong Kong Fire Kills 128, Exposes Safety Failures
Massive Hong Kong housing estate blaze claims 128 lives as investigation reveals residents' fire safety warnings were ignored. Search continues for 200 missing.
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