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.
A 22-year-old man arrested for buying a stolen mobile phone died in Jamshedpur hospital. Family alleges police torture; authorities deny and have initiated an inquiry. Read the full story.
The Supreme Court of India convenes vacation benches, including one led by CJI Surya Kant, during the winter break—a historic first. Discover the urgent cases heard.
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.
BMC issues stop-work notice to new Bombay High Court complex in Bandra East for violating air pollution guidelines during demolition. Details on the crackdown inside.
A petition in the Supreme Court demands action to protect people from India's north-eastern states from racial hate and violence, citing the murder of Anjel Chakma. Read about the constitutional crisis.
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.
A Delhi court acquits two men in a 2020 riots case, highlighting serious police lapses in evidence collection and witness testimony. Read the full details of the judicial rebuke.
AAP alleges Delhi Police failed to file FIR after video showed women, children threatened during Christmas celebration in East of Kailash. Party threatens legal action.
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.
East Singhbhum administration declares holiday for all schools up to Class 12 until December 31 due to severe cold wave conditions. Deputy Commissioner Karn Satyarthi issues mandatory order.
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.
Russia mediates Israel-Syria security pact with US approval. Saudi Arabia warns Israeli strikes in Syria threaten normalization. Read the full analysis.
A new Wildlife Institute of India study reveals habitat loss has turned sporadic human-elephant conflicts into a major menace in Jharkhand. Learn the key findings and solutions.
East Singhbhum and Seraikela-Kharsawan authorities intensify action against illegal sand and stone mining. 9 vehicles seized, 10 boats destroyed, and 15,000 CFT of sand confiscated. DC issues show-cause notices to officials.
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.
Students from India's North East, studying in Delhi, came together for a heartfelt Christmas celebration, sharing traditional food and music to combat homesickness. Read their inspiring story of community.
West Singhbhum police arrested two suspected CPI (Maoist) aides from Manoharpur. The duo, caught after a chase, were found with Maoist literature. Read the full details of the operation.
A Visakhapatnam court convicts nine, including ex-SBI officials, in two fraud cases causing over Rs 2.3 crore loss to the bank. Read the full details of the judgment and sentences.
Two dead, one injured after a car collides with a speeding truck on Chaibasa-Seraikela road in dense fog. Truck driver flees scene. Read the full report.
East Singhbhum DC urges voters in three constituencies to verify names against 2003 SIR data. Submit details to BLOs by Dec 25 via website or toll-free numbers. Ensure your vote counts!
All seven accused in the Zubeen Garg death case were presented in Kamrup court. Murder charges for four, trial with 394 witnesses to start after Jan 3. Read the latest details.
A 48-year-old man was killed by a stray tusker in West Singhbhum's Genduga Regadiri village. The incident highlights human-elephant conflict in the Saranda forest corridor.
Jamshedpur police arrest a gang that used Google Maps to select houses for burglaries across three states. Read how technology was used for crime and detection.
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.
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.
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.
Calcutta High Court orders East Kolkata Wetlands Authority to respond in 60 days after fishermen allege illegal wall blocks their fishing grounds for 40+ years. Read the full story.
A 15-year-old Maoist cadre from Jharkhand surrendered before Rourkela police, disillusioned with extremist ideology. A .9mm carbine was recovered. Read the full story.
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.