Haryana's 72% Conviction Rate Under New Laws Triples Old Rate
Haryana achieves a remarkable 72% conviction rate under new criminal laws, disposing of over 81,000 cases. Learn how legal reforms and focused prosecution are driving justice.
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HC: Passport deposit not automatic bail condition
Punjab & Haryana High Court rules that demanding passport deposit for bail must be based on specific flight risk evidence, not used punitively. Landmark order protects personal liberty.
Eluru Police Achieves 156% Conviction Rise with AI
Eluru Police's AI-powered case management and court monitoring system led to a 156% conviction surge, securing 51 convictions including 29 life terms. Discover how tech is transforming justice.
SC: Time-bound probe should be exception, not norm
The Supreme Court ruled that time-bound investigations cannot be the norm, emphasizing that speedy trials are a fundamental right under Article 21. Read the full analysis.
SC orders cross-case details in chargesheets to club trials
The Supreme Court has directed that information on linked or cross cases must be included in chargesheets to allow courts to club trials, preventing delays and anomalies in the criminal justice system.
Bengaluru Apartment Investigated for Illegal Penalty System
Bengaluru police probe Provident Sunworth apartment association for running an illegal justice system, imposing over Rs 3.3 lakh in fines for drug possession and other crimes. Read the full investigation details.
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.
Bengaluru Police Arrest Serial Offender Across 3 States
Bengaluru's Jigani police arrest Shivakumar, a diploma-holding criminal involved in 28+ cases across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh. Discover how he used Instagram to evade capture.
Delhi HC Grants Furlough to 1984 Riots Convict Balwan Khokhar
Delhi High Court grants 21-day furlough to Balwan Khokhar, a convict in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, citing rehabilitation. He has served nearly 12 years of a life sentence. Read the full details and court's reasoning here.
Delhi HC Orders CISF Appointment After Acquittal
Delhi High Court grants relief to a man whose CISF constable appointment was cancelled due to a prior criminal case, ruling that mere institution of a case is not grounds for disqualification. Read the full judgment details.
Wanted criminal with Rs 25k reward arrested in Kaushambi
A wanted criminal carrying a cash reward was arrested after a police encounter in Kaushambi. Kuldeep was injured, and a pistol and motorcycle were seized. Read the full details.
HC Seeks Details of Criminal Cases Against UP Lawyers
Allahabad High Court directs UP Police to submit details of pending criminal cases against enrolled advocates. Justice Vinod Diwakar emphasizes impact on judicial integrity. Read the full order.
UK Reduces Jury Trials to Clear Massive Court Backlog
UK government announces major reforms to cut court delays, reducing jury trials for less serious crimes. Justice Secretary David Lammy calls it an emergency. Will this speed up justice?
Madras HC Clears 13,625 Minor Cases in 3 Months
Madras High Court disposed of 13,625 minor criminal cases in just three months through a special drive. Justice D Bharatha Chakravarthy led this landmark initiative to reduce case backlog in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
Bombay HC quashes 2003 conviction in wife suicide case
Bombay High Court sets aside 20-year-old conviction citing lack of evidence. Man lost bank job, drove auto for survival. Read the full judgment details.
Indian-origin man jailed for 40kg heroin smuggling in UK
Indian-origin drug smuggler jailed in UK for attempting to cheat justice by importing 40kg heroin. Read how his aide tried to mislead the jury in this major narcotics case.
How Faulty Evidence Probes Derail Justice in India
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.
HC refuses to quash FIR in rash driving case despite settlement
Punjab and Haryana High Court rejects plea to quash FIR in fatal rash driving case, stating victims cannot be forgotten entities and justice cannot be commodified. Read the landmark judgment.
Judge Dismisses Charges Against Comey and James
Federal judge dismisses criminal charges against James Comey and Letitia James due to unlawful appointment of prosecutor. What's next for the Justice Department?
SC quashes rape case, warns against misuse of laws
Supreme Court condemns giving consensual relations color of rape, cautions against misuse of criminal justice system. Read the landmark judgment details.
Murder Accused Shot Dead in Amritsar Police Encounter
Amritsar police eliminate wanted criminal Gurpreet Singh in encounter near Verka. The accused faced multiple serious charges including murder. Read full details.
Justice Surya Kant sworn in as 53rd CJI of India
Justice Surya Kant, the 53rd Chief Justice of India, begins his nearly 15-month tenure. In an exclusive interview, he shares his journey from farming fields to Supreme Court and outlines his priorities for judiciary reform.
Musk blames judge for Chicago train fire attack
Elon Musk criticizes judges releasing career criminals after Chicago woman set on fire by man with 49 prior arrests. Read about the shocking case details.
Justice Surya Kant sworn in as 53rd Chief Justice of India
Justice Surya Kant sworn in as India's 53rd Chief Justice. He took oath in Hindi and will hold office until February 9, 2027. Read about his journey and key verdicts.
Justice Surya Kant sworn in as India's 53rd Chief Justice
Justice Surya Kant takes oath as India's 53rd Chief Justice, becoming first CJI from Haryana. Learn about his journey from humble beginnings to landmark judgments shaping Indian judiciary.
Justice Surya Kant Becomes 53rd CJI of India
Justice Surya Kant sworn in as the 53rd Chief Justice of India. His tenure until 2027 is set to shape key constitutional and social matters. Read more.
Justice Surya Kant becomes India's 53rd CJI
Justice Surya Kant officially takes oath as the 53rd Chief Justice of India on November 24, 2025, marking a significant moment in India's judicial history. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Justice Surya Kant sworn in as 53rd Chief Justice of India
Justice Surya Kant becomes India's 53rd Chief Justice, succeeding Justice Gavai. Key cases await including Kerala electoral rolls dispute and Talaq-e-Hasan constitutional challenge. Read more.
Justice Surya Kant Becomes 53rd Chief Justice of India
Justice Surya Kant takes oath as India's 53rd CJI in historic ceremony. Learn about his journey from Haryana to Supreme Court and his vision for judiciary.
Serial offender sets woman on fire in Chicago train
Lawrence Reed, with 72 prior arrests, charged for setting woman on fire in Chicago train. Details on the shocking attack and criminal justice system failure.
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