Bombay HC Acts on Nagpur's Dangerous Air Pollution Levels
Nagpur's air quality plummets, prompting Bombay High Court to initiate suo motu PIL. AQI levels exceeded Mumbai and Pune, signaling a public health emergency. Read the full story.
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HC Orders Nainital DM to Submit Drain Encroachment Docs
Uttarakhand High Court directs Nainital administration to furnish all documents on Devkhari drain encroachments by December 12. 200 illegal structures identified in Haldwani's Damuadhunga area.
TMC Suspends MLA Humayun Kabir for Babri Masjid Remark
Trinamool Congress suspends its Murshidabad MLA Humayun Kabir for his controversial statement on rebuilding the Babri Masjid. The Calcutta High Court will hear a PIL on the matter. Read the full story for details.
Multi-Cornered Fight for Nagpur HC Bar Association Posts
Nagpur's Bombay High Court Bar Association elections see intense competition for key posts. Four candidates vie for President as new 'One Bar One Vote' rule and women's reservation reshape the contest. Get the full candidate list.
HC asks for lift safety guidelines as Telangana govt delays law
Telangana High Court, frustrated by state's delay since 2015, orders petitioner to research and propose lift safety rules. 3 deaths, 7 injuries reported recently. Read the full story.
Orissa HC Serves Notice to KIIT in Land Allotment Case
The Orissa High Court has issued a notice to KIIT University regarding a petition challenging its land allotment. The case involves allegations of procedural lapses. Read the full details here.
Delhi HC to Hear Plea on Air Pollution Control
Delhi High Court will examine a plea seeking urgent scientific measures to control the capital's hazardous air pollution levels, which are causing severe health issues. Read the full details.
HC Seeks Report on 'Open Drug Sale' Graffiti in Bathinda
Punjab & Haryana High Court takes suo motu cognizance of graffiti announcing open drug sale in Maur Kalan village. Court seeks report from Punjab Chief Secretary, treats case as PIL. Details inside.
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.
HC Holds Official Accountable for Edavanakkad Seawall
Kerala High Court mandates the Water Resources Additional Chief Secretary to prevent damage from erosion in Edavanakkad. The order follows a PIL seeking a 2.4km seawall. Read the full story.
Kolkata HC Gives 7 More Days for Border Fencing Report
Calcutta High Court extends deadline for state's border fencing report. Former Army official's PIL highlights security threats along India-Bangladesh border. Read the latest developments.
Chhattisgarh HC closes drug abuse PIL after police action
Chhattisgarh High Court disposed of a drug abuse PIL after police reported 67 NDPS cases, ₹6 crore property freeze, and massive drug destruction in Bilaspur. Read the full story.
Nagpur Lake Flooding: HC Steps In After 15 Years
Bombay High Court initiates suo motu proceedings after Sonegaon Lake flooding leaves Nagpur residents battling knee-deep water for 15 years. Court appoints amicus curiae for immediate relief.
J&K&L HC dismisses frivolous PIL as 'figment of imagination'
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court dismisses PIL alleging police-drug mafia links, calling it 'grossly misconceived' and noting petitioner's mental health concerns. Read the full details.
Orissa HC fines petitioner ₹2L in dismissed Hirakud corruption PIL
Orissa High Court dismisses PIL alleging Hirakud mechanical division corruption, imposes ₹2 lakh fine on petitioner for judicial process manipulation. Full details inside.
Maharashtra panel for pothole death compensation
Maharashtra forms a committee to provide compensation up to Rs 6 lakh for families of pothole and manhole victims, following a Bombay High Court directive. Learn about the new rules and claim process.
Bombay HC Orders Action on Navi Mumbai Illegal Buildings
Bombay High Court directs government to act against illegal constructions in Navi Mumbai. Read the full story and learn what this means for urban development.
HC orders jail reforms after prisoners' dance video scandal
Jharkhand High Court mandates immediate appointment of Birsa Munda Jail superintendent and regular inspections after viral dance video of undertrials. Next hearing on January 5.
Telangana HC sets 4-week deadline for consumer forums
Telangana High Court directs state government to decide on establishing district consumer dispute redressal commissions in 23 new districts within four weeks. Read the full story.
Telangana HC Sends Godavari Pollution Case to NGT
Telangana High Court refuses PIL on Godavari river pollution, directs petitioner to approach National Green Tribunal citing its specialized environmental jurisdiction across multiple states.
Bombay HC Questions VVPAT Removal in Maharashtra Polls
Bombay High Court takes serious note of State Election Commission's decision to eliminate VVPAT machines from municipal elections, raising concerns about electoral transparency and voter confidence.
Calcutta HC Questions 'Sir' Prefix in Voter Lists
Calcutta High Court directs Election Commission to file affidavit on PIL challenging 'Sir' prefix usage based on 2002 voter lists, raising questions about colonial-era honorifics in democratic processes.
Bombay HC: Can't Direct Airport Naming After D.B. Patil
The Bombay High Court has dismissed a Public Interest Litigation seeking to name the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport after late leader D.B. Patil, stating it lacks jurisdiction in such naming matters. Learn about the court's stance and the back
HC Acts on Chhath Drowning Deaths, Seeks State Reply
Jharkhand High Court initiates PIL seeking explanation from state authorities over repeated drowning deaths during Chhath Puja celebrations. Court demands safety measures and accountability for water body tragedies.
Shimla Mayor, Deputy Face HC Notice in PIL Challenge
Himachal Pradesh High Court serves notice to Shimla's Mayor and Deputy Mayor following PIL alleging illegal election process. Municipal Corporation under legal scrutiny.
Bombay HC quashes divorce decree for lack of reasoning
In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court sets aside a Family Court's divorce decision, citing insufficient reasoning and failure to consider crucial evidence. Landmark judgment emphasizes judicial accountability.
PIL Challenges Manipur Buffer Zone Restrictions in HC
A Public Interest Litigation challenges Manipur's buffer zone restrictions, calling them unconstitutional and demanding immediate relief for affected residents. Read the full details.
Karnataka HC questions state govt over fund allocation bias
Karnataka High Court issues notice to state government following PIL alleging biased distribution of development funds, raising questions about equitable resource allocation across districts.
Delhi HC rejects urgent hearing against Paresh Rawal's The Taj
Delhi High Court dismisses urgent hearing plea against Paresh Rawal's upcoming film 'The Taj', dealing setback to petitioners challenging the Bollywood project. Get latest updates on the legal controversy.
Bombay HC on Balbharati Textbook Paper Quality PIL
The Bombay High Court has expressed skepticism about the urgency of a PIL alleging substandard paper in Maharashtra's Balbharati textbooks, while directing the state to respond.
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