HC Questions 'Honourable' Tag for Bureaucrats
Allahabad High Court challenges the use of 'Honourable' for state officials, calling it a diminution of constitutional authorities' status. Principal secretary must file affidavit. Read the full story.
Allahabad High Court challenges the use of 'Honourable' for state officials, calling it a diminution of constitutional authorities' status. Principal secretary must file affidavit. Read the full story.
Bombay HC Judge Justice Mahesh Sonak recommended for elevation as Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court by SC Collegium. Learn about his career and background.
DMK spokesperson argues that the impeachment motion against Justice G.R. Swaminathan is a constitutional duty to uphold judicial accountability, not an attack on independence. Read the full analysis.
Ten years after reforms were promised, India's juvenile justice system remains broken. Institutional gaps continue to fail children and derail their futures. Read our analysis.
Madras High Court criticizes Tamil Nadu government for citing 'law and order' to avoid implementing court orders. Justice Swaminathan calls the attitude unacceptable. Details inside.
Madras High Court criticizes Tamil Nadu government for using 'law and order' as a pretext to not implement court orders. Justice G R Swaminathan calls the attitude unacceptable. Details inside.
US Representative Dan Newhouse, the final Republican who voted to impeach Donald Trump, secures re-election in Washington. Discover the political implications of this key victory.
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.
Supreme Court questions procedural lapse in forming impeachment committee against Allahabad HC judge. Notices issued to Parliament secretariats. Read the full legal challenge.
The Supreme Court has agreed to examine a plea by Allahabad HC judge Justice Yashwant Varma challenging the constitution of a Lok Sabha inquiry committee probing corruption allegations. The hearing is set for January 7.
BJP MP Manoj Tiwari introduces a bill to amend the Juvenile Justice Act, aiming to try 14-16 year olds accused of heinous crimes as adults. Read the full details and implications.
Allahabad High Court rejects pleas to quash FIR and grant stay on arrest in adulterated cough syrup case, terming the alleged crime as grave against society. Read the full details.
A BJP lawyer has approached the Supreme Court via a PIL against defamatory media reports and social media posts targeting Justice Swaminathan. Read the full details of the case.
Swaminathan Gurumurthy reveals political cadres, including Congress & DMK, actively helped EC update voter lists decades ago. He laments the loss of this grassroots commitment. Read his insider account.
Himachal Pradesh High Court flags a 408% surge in pending juvenile justice cases and the state's failure to provide child-friendly court premises as mandated by law. Details inside.
The Supreme Court has agreed to consider listing Tamil Nadu's plea challenging a High Court order related to a temple lamp lighting dispute. Get the latest updates on this legal tussle.
Maharashtra Congress President Nana Patole demands impeachment of State Election Commissioner over delays in local body polls, citing constitutional violation. Full details.
Vice-Admiral Swaminathan reveals Indian Navy's massive deployment under Operation Sindoor pressured Pakistan into ceasefire. Details on maritime security and regional challenges.
India's Supreme Court clarifies a prosecutor's duty is to assist justice, not just secure convictions. Bench of Justices Karol & Singh overturns three murder convictions. Read the landmark ruling.
Vice Admiral Swaminathan reveals India's Operation Sindoor, launched after Pahalgam attack, forced Pakistan's ceasefire plea. Read the full strategic analysis.
India's winter Parliament session begins with new VP chairing Rajya Sabha, 10 bills pending, and judge impeachment decisions. Will opposition debates on electoral rolls and unemployment shape proceedings?
Indian Express Deputy Editor Liz Mathew receives Dr Mangalam Swaminathan National Award for excellence in journalism. Read about her achievements and the ceremony.
Indian Express Deputy Editor Liz Mathew receives the Dr Mangalam Swaminathan National Award for her outstanding political reporting and exclusive interviews. Read more about this prestigious honor.
RBI deputy governor outlines 5 priorities for microfinance sector's next phase, urging shift from basic access to sustainable income pathways and formal credit integration.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant pledges to work until midnight to ensure justice for the poorest litigants, marking a new priority for the judiciary. Read his powerful commitment.
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.
Supreme Court expresses displeasure as only 11 states file CCTV compliance affidavits. Centre and states get 3-week deadline. Non-compliance may summon officials.
Justice Surya Kant takes oath as India's 53rd Chief Justice. Hisar district courts erupt in celebration as lawyers dance, hold havan and blood donation camp to honor native son.
Justice Surya Kant sworn in as 53rd Chief Justice of India until 2027. Hisar village celebrates with laddoo distribution. Former classmates recall his journey from Petwar to Supreme Court.
Justice Surya Kant makes history as 53rd CJI and first from Haryana. Emotional ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan attended by 235 guests including childhood teachers and village elders.