New Gauhati HC Complex Foundation Laid Amid Lawyers' Protest
Chief Justice of India lays foundation for new Gauhati High Court complex. The event was boycotted by lawyers protesting the location, with one advocate on hunger strike.
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AFT Grants Pension, Cites High Altitude in Soldier's Death
Armed Forces Tribunal orders special family pension for IAF soldier's widow, ruling death was service-related, not solely due to alcohol. A landmark decision for military families.
AFT Links Soldier's Death to Service, Not Just Alcohol
Armed Forces Tribunal grants pension to soldier's widow, ruling his death during duty was due to service factors like high altitude, not just alcohol. Read the full report.
CJI to lay foundation for new Guwahati judicial complex
CJI Justice Surya Kant will lay the foundation stone for the new Guwahati judicial complex in North Guwahati. The event proceeds despite protests from lawyers opposing the relocation from the city's heart.
Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta Takes Oath as Uttarakhand HC CJ
Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta was sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Uttarakhand High Court. Governor Lt Gen Gurmit Singh (Retd) administered the oath in Dehradun. Read about the ceremony and his legal journey.
Kerala HC Farewell to Chief Justice Nitin Jamdar
The Kerala High Court held a full court reference to honour retiring Chief Justice Nitin Jamdar. Justice Jamdar praised the court's progressive legacy in gender justice and civil liberties. Read more about his distinguished career.
Himachal HC Clears 90 Cases Despite Judge Shortage
The Himachal Pradesh High Court disposed of nearly 90 cases in 2025's first quarter despite a significant shortage of judges. Read about the court's efficiency and ongoing challenges.
Indian Army builds sheep shelter in Ladakh for rural livelihoods
The Indian Army constructs a high-altitude sheep shelter in Ladakh's Nyoma, supporting local herders and boosting the rural economy. A key initiative for community welfare.
HP High Court Warns Officials Over AIMSS Shimla Delays
Himachal Pradesh High Court demands action on basic facilities at Atal Institute, Shimla. Officials face personal summons. Read about the court's directives on roads, parking & more.
GHCBA Hunger Strike Protests Court Move to North Guwahati
Lawyers of Gauhati High Court Bar Association begin a 3-day hunger strike against shifting court to North Guwahati. 86% members oppose the move in referendum. Read details.
GHCBA boycotts new High Court complex ceremony in Assam
The Gauhati High Court Bar Association announces boycott of foundation stone-laying ceremony for new complex in North Guwahati, citing accessibility concerns. Read details on the ongoing dispute.
Justice Jai Krishna Upadhyay sworn in at Allahabad HC
Justice Jai Krishna Upadhyay, former Additional Govt Advocate, sworn in as Allahabad High Court judge by CJ Arun Bhansali. The court's strength now stands at 110. Read the full story.
Bombay HC Judge: Silence a Crime When Duty to Speak
Justice M S Sonak, in his Bombay HC farewell, urged the bar to be guardians of the bench. He takes charge as Jharkhand HC Chief Justice. Read his powerful message.
Kangra bans high-altitude treks, mandates permits
Kangra administration restricts all trekking above 3000m due to weather risks. Permits now required for Triund, Kareri, and Adi Himani Chamunda treks. Stay informed for a safe Himalayan adventure.
Calcutta HC upholds NIA probe in 2018 Islampur school firing case
Calcutta High Court dismisses Bengal govt's appeal against NIA probe into 2018 Darivit High School firing. Court cites serious allegations against state police. Victims' families await justice and compensation.
Trump Links Market Record to Tariffs, Seeks Supreme Court Support
Donald Trump claims his tariff policy drove US stocks to record highs. He urges the Supreme Court to uphold his trade authority after lower courts ruled against him. Read the latest on this major legal and economic battle.
Bomb Threat at Dharwad High Court Bench, Courts Evacuated
Bomb threat emails triggered panic and a full evacuation at the Karnataka High Court bench in Dharwad and district courts in Gadag and Bagalkot on January 6, 2026, suspending all proceedings.
Nagpur HC bans parking, boosts security as city deemed sensitive
Nagpur's Bombay High Court bench enforces a total vehicle parking ban and ramps up security following a 'highly sensitive' terror threat classification. Read about the new measures and reactions.
Soldier Dies of Oxygen Deprivation in J&K, Cremated with State Honours
Naib Subedar Pragat Singh died of a heart attack due to oxygen deprivation in Anantnag. His final call home revealed severe breathlessness. Read about the sombre farewell in his village.
Snooker Star Robertson Out of Scottish Open After Tibet Trip
Snooker champion Neil Robertson pulls out of the Scottish Open due to a hip injury, days after sharing his high-altitude acclimatisation struggles in Tibet. Details inside.
Bombay HC Recruitment 2025: Apply by 5 PM Today
The Bombay High Court closes online applications today, Jan 5, 2026, for 2,381 vacancies. Eligible Maharashtra domicile candidates must apply on bombayhighcourt.nic.in before 5 PM. Apply now!
Indian Tricolour Flies High on Mount Kilimanjaro
A determined Indian group, aged 25 to 63, summited Africa's highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, and hoisted the national flag in a proud New Year achievement. Read their inspiring story.
Rajasthan HC Lawyers Boycott Over Night Courts, Saturday Work
Lawyers at Rajasthan High Court's Jaipur & Jodhpur benches will abstain from work on Monday, protesting night courts & two working Saturdays monthly. Read details on the standoff.
A. Muhamed Mustaque Takes Oath as Sikkim HC Chief Justice
Justice A. Muhamed Mustaque was sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Sikkim High Court in Gangtok. Read about the ceremony and his distinguished legal career.
Bullet Train Cost Jumps 83%, New Deadline Set for 2029
India's ambitious Ahmedabad-Mumbai bullet train project faces an 83% cost escalation to Rs 1.98 lakh crore, with completion now expected by December 2029. Read about the delays and new timelines.
SpaceX to Lower Starlink Satellites Altitude in 2026
SpaceX announces a major orbital shift for its Starlink network, lowering thousands of satellites to 480 km to reduce collision risk and debris. Read the full details.
Justice Mahesh Sonak Appointed Jharkhand HC Chief Justice
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.
Pune climbers scale virgin peak Gajamukh for New Year 2026
Pune's Giripremi mountaineering club celebrates New Year 2026 with a historic first ascent of the virgin cliff 'Gajamukh'. Technical details of the challenging climb to be revealed soon.
India's Bullet Train Launch Date Set for August 15, 2027
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirms India's first bullet train will begin operations on Independence Day 2027. The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail will be rolled out in phases. Read the full plan.
India's Bullet Train to Launch on August 15, 2027
India's first bullet train, connecting Mumbai and Ahmedabad, is set for launch on August 15, 2027. Check the high-speed route, key features, and travel time.
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