Andhra HC Notices State on Disability Reservation PIL
Andhra Pradesh High Court issues notice to state govt over PIL alleging non-implementation of 4% reservation for persons with disabilities in jobs and promotions. Read the full story.
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Bombay HC hears PIL on BMC poll nomination rejections
Bombay High Court will hear a PIL on Friday challenging the rejection of nomination forms for BMC polls. The plea alleges arbitrary actions by officials to favour the ruling party. Read the full story.
HC Notice on Konark's Magh Saptami Mela Construction
Orissa High Court seeks response on PIL against construction at Chandrabhaga beach's Magh Saptami fairground near Konark Sun Temple. Hearing on Jan 20.
Many High Courts Still Lack Anti-Sexual Harassment Panels
Nearly three decades after the landmark Vishaka judgment, several High Courts and district courts have failed to set up mandatory mechanisms to address workplace sexual harassment, undermining women's rights.
SC Rejects PIL for Lyngdoh Committee Norms in Campus Polls
The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL seeking enforcement of Lyngdoh Committee norms in student union elections. The committee aimed to curb money and muscle power in campus politics. Read the full details.
Madras HC Warns Officials Over Lake Land Reclassification
Madras High Court demands explanation for Semmencherry water body reclassification, threatening demolition of police station and other constructions if answers are unsatisfactory.
PIL in Calcutta HC Seeks 'Health Emergency' for Kolkata Air
A PIL filed in Calcutta High Court demands recognition of Kolkata's 'very poor' air quality as a public health emergency. Hearing set for January 19. Details inside.
HC Warns Telangana Govt Over OGH Shift PIL Delay
Telangana High Court threatens to impose costs on the state for not filing counters in the PIL challenging Osmania General Hospital's move to Goshamahal. Next hearing in three weeks.
Indore: 4 Dead, 201 in Hospital Due to Contaminated Water
Madhya Pradesh government informs High Court of 4 deaths, 201 hospitalizations due to contaminated water in Indore's Bhagirathpura. 32 patients in ICU. Next hearing on Jan 6.
Madras HC Orders Swift Action on Govt Land Encroachments
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu govt to probe encroachment complaints within 30 days, complete action in 3 months. Officials face disciplinary action for delays. #Chennai #TamilNadu
HC Stops Tree Cutting in Bhimtal's Jones Estate
Uttarakhand High Court directs forest dept to protect Bhimtal's Jones Estate, a key watershed. Next hearing on Feb 25. A win for environmental conservation.
Sigachi paid ₹42 lakh per family in blast compensation
Sigachi Industries told Telangana High Court it paid ₹42 lakh compensation to each family of the 54 workers killed in the June 2025 blast. The remaining ₹58 lakh of the ₹1 crore total is to be paid by the government. Full details inside.
Andhra HC Seeks Govt Reply on PIL Against Building Regularisation
The Andhra Pradesh High Court has directed the state government to file a counter affidavit in a PIL challenging the Building Penalisation Scheme (BPS) for unauthorised constructions. Stay updated on this crucial legal development.
HC Seeks Report on 45 Tribal Hostel Student Deaths in AP
Andhra Pradesh High Court directs state to submit report on 45 student deaths in tribal hostels since 2016, questions healthcare failures. Read the latest developments.
HC Orders Probe Into Fake Disability Certificates in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand High Court forms a medical committee led by an AIIMS Rishikesh neurologist to investigate fraudulent reservation claims using invalid disability certificates. Report due by March 15.
AP High Court Orders Shelter for Destitutes on Footpaths
Andhra Pradesh High Court directs state to shift destitutes to shelters, seeks affidavit on steps taken. Shocked by lack of women's shelter in Vijayawada.
Pune Water Crisis: Full Dams, Dry Taps, Rs 1 Cr Tanker Bills
Despite heavy 2025 monsoon filling dams, Pune faces a severe water crisis. Residents pay crores for tankers as civic infrastructure fails. Read the full investigation.
Govt to HC: Judicial GST direction violates Constitution
Centre tells Delhi High Court that directing a GST cut on air purifiers would breach separation of powers. Hearing on PIL seeking reduction from 18% to 5% adjourned to Jan 9.
HC to hear PIL on delayed lift safety law implementation Jan 8
Bombay High Court will hear a PIL on Jan 8 seeking enforcement of the 2017 Lift Act, as outdated 1958 rules still govern safety. Activist demands digital tracking and accountability.
HC reserves order on Amaravati underground cable PIL
Andhra Pradesh High Court reserves judgment on PIL alleging Rs 400 crore loss in Amaravati underground cable tender. Petitioner claims norms favoured inexperienced firm.
PIL Challenges Legality of Madras HC Collegium's Judge Recommendations
A PIL questions the Madras High Court collegium's legality for excluding Justice Nisha Banu in judge recommendations. Calls for interim order to halt process. Read the full details.
Odisha HC sets Jan 13 deadline for Lokayukta report
Orissa High Court directs state govt to file report on Lokayukta search committee by Jan 13. The anti-corruption body has been defunct for over a year, stalling hundreds of cases.
PIL Challenges Punjab Land Auction Over Unpaid Dues
A new PIL in Punjab & Haryana HC challenges the state's land auction plan, demanding recovery of Rs 2,582 crore in unpaid bills first. Hearing set for Jan 12, 2026. Read the full story.
J&K Court Rejects Mufti's Plea on Undertrial Transfers
J&K and Ladakh High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's PIL seeking transfer of undertrials. Bench calls petition vague and politically motivated. Read the full details.
HC Notice to J&K Admin on 1947 PoJK Displaced Persons PIL
Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court issues notice to UT administration on PIL for 1947 PoJK displaced persons. Next hearing on February 10. Read for details.
PIL in Delhi HC: Reclassify Air Purifiers as Medical Devices
A PIL before Delhi High Court challenges 18% GST on air purifiers, calling them a necessity, not luxury. It seeks reclassification as medical devices to slash tax to 5% for public health.
HC Warns NHAI Official Over Misleading Highway PIL Info
Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench reprimands NHAI official for incorrect information in PIL about stalled Nagpur-Katol highway, demands explanation by Jan 13, 2026. Read the full report.
Court Rejects Mehbooba Mufti's Plea on Kashmiri Prisoners
Jammu and Kashmir High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's PIL seeking transfer of Kashmiri political prisoners, calling it a tool for political gain. Read the full details.
Odisha HC dismisses PIL against MLA salary hike as premature
Orissa High Court refuses to intervene in three-fold hike of MLA salaries, terming PIL premature. Bill pending governor's assent would make Odisha MLAs among highest paid in India.
J&K HC rejects Mehbooba Mufti's PIL on undertrial prisoners
Jammu and Kashmir High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's PIL seeking repatriation of undertrial prisoners, citing lack of specifics. Read the full details of the court's decision.
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