Pope Leo Calls for Respecting Venezuela's People's Will
Pope Leo renews his appeal for respecting the will of the Venezuelan people and safeguarding human rights. Read the full story on the global call for stability.
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SC sets higher ethical bar for lawyers in council elections
Supreme Court says lawyers contesting Bar Council polls must uphold higher ethical values. Bench made prima facie observation on a Telangana candidate. Read the full story.
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.
Stray Dog Menace at Gujarat High Court: Lawyers Seek Urgent Action
Gujarat High Court lawyers demand immediate removal of stray dogs after multiple attacks, including a severe bite requiring stitches. Read about the escalating safety crisis on court premises.
Rajasthan lawyers boycott courts over Saturday work rule
Advocates at Rajasthan High Court in Jaipur & Jodhpur abstain from work, disrupting proceedings. They protest the new rule making two Saturdays monthly working days from Jan 26. Bar representatives to meet Acting CJ on Tuesday.
HHRC Takes Up Case of Ill Resident Denied Parking in Gurugram
The Haryana Human Rights Commission has intervened after a critically ill man on dialysis was allegedly denied parking and harassed by his Gurugram society. Read the full story.
Three Enforced Disappearances Reported in Quetta, Balochistan
PAANK reports three new enforced disappearances in Quetta's Satellite Town. The human rights body demands urgent investigation and accountability from Pakistani authorities.
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.
18,000 names missing from Bengal Bar Council voters list
Calcutta HC hears petition over 18,000 missing names, including CM Mamata Banerjee's, from Bar Council draft voter list. Election dates may be postponed. Read for details.
CJI to Young Lawyers: Law is a Journey, Not a Sprint
CJI Surya Kant addressed CNLU convocation, urging new lawyers to use law for the voiceless. Over 1100 students received degrees. Read his full message on compassion in justice.
AI Threatens Lawyers' Analytical Skills, Says Supreme Court Judge
Supreme Court Justice P S Narasimha cautions that AI must not replace critical thinking in law. He urges training for judges and lawyers and proposes a permanent legal academy. Read his full vision.
Mumbai's M-East Ward: Life Expectancy 39, Inequalities Persist
Mumbai's M-East ward, ranked lowest in HDI in 2009, still battles poor health, pollution & neglect. Locals demand action on BMC's unfulfilled roadmap. #Mumbai #UrbanInequality
Delhi HC Protects Pawan Kalyan's Personality Rights
Delhi High Court grants interim protection to actor-politician Pawan Kalyan's personality rights, ordering fan pages to add disclaimers. The 'Power Star' and Andhra Deputy CM's plea against unauthorized commercial use is upheld.
Meerut Lawyers' Chamber Protest Escalates, Threaten Self-Harm
A dispute over chambers in Meerut district court intensified as junior lawyers occupied a plot, built a temporary chamber, and threatened self-harm. Read about the escalating standoff and demands.
SC lawyer Sameer Sodhi advises young lawyers on patience
Amritsar-born Supreme Court lawyer Sameer Sodhi cautions young lawyers against seeking quick money, stressing that success requires 5+ years of patience and ethics. Read his full advice.
Meet the unsung heroes making Chandigarh a better city
Discover the inspiring stories of lawyers, mental health professionals, animal rescuers, and educators in Chandigarh who are driving real change through quiet, persistent action. Learn how they are transforming their community.
India Counters Pakistan's Allegations on Minority Treatment
India firmly rebuts Pakistan's accusations at UN, highlighting Islamabad's own poor record on minority rights. Read the full diplomatic exchange.
India Rejects Pakistan's Remarks on Minorities
India firmly dismissed Pakistan's comments on minority rights, stating Islamabad's own 'abysmal record' of systemic victimisation is a well-established fact. Read the full diplomatic rebuttal.
Police Violence on Baloch Women Protesters Exposes Rights Crisis
Pakistani police crackdown on Baloch women protesters in Islamabad highlights a deepening human rights crisis in Balochistan. Read the full report on the escalating tensions.
Advocates demand Ayushman Bharat, pension from CM Yogi
A delegation of advocates met UP CM Yogi Adityanath, demanding inclusion in Ayushman Bharat, a ₹15,000 monthly pension, and a ₹5,000 stipend for new lawyers. Read about their key demands.
False Blasphemy Charges Fuel Attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
A new human rights report reveals false blasphemy allegations are driving violence against Bangladesh's Hindu minority. Learn the shocking findings and the urgent call for justice.
PHRC intervenes to release body from Ludhiana hospital
Punjab Human Rights Commission compels a Ludhiana hospital to release a deceased's body after a family's complaint. The panel's swift action highlights patient rights.
SHRC Disposes 12,608 Cases, Holds TANGEDCO Liable
Tamil Nadu's Human Rights Commission disposed of a record 12,608 complaints in three years. Member V Kannadasan directed compensation in 60 cases and held TANGEDCO responsible for a fatal accident. Read more.
Phagwara Lawyers Hold 'No Work Day' Protest
Lawyers of the Phagwara Bar Association abstained from work, demanding a new court complex and highlighting infrastructure woes. Read about their key demands and the impact.
Nagpur HC Bar Gets New Executive Body with 7 Women Leaders
The Nagpur High Court Bar Association's new executive body, led by President Abhay Sambre, assumed charge. Seven women secured key positions, reflecting Supreme Court-mandated reforms for women's representation. Read more.
Baloch Committee Raises Alarm Over Women's Disappearances
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee reports a surge in enforced disappearances of Baloch women in Pakistan, accusing state agencies. Families demand justice and international attention.
SHRC Orders ₹1 Lakh Compensation for Police Rights Abuse
Tamil Nadu's Human Rights Commission orders ₹1 lakh compensation for a farmer and nephew after police sub-inspector's rights violation in a land dispute. Read the full story.
Lawyers to Protest Mandatory E-Filing at Madras HC on Jan 7
Tamil Nadu lawyers plan a massive protest at Madras High Court on January 7, demanding withdrawal of compulsory e-filing until court infrastructure improves. Read about their demands.
US Lawmakers Condemn Killing of Hindu Man in Bangladesh
US lawmakers condemn the brutal killing of a Hindu man in Bangladesh. Read about the international outcry and demands for justice and religious freedom.
Fight 4 Justice Awards Honour India's Quiet Defenders
The 3rd Fight 4 Justice Awards in Delhi celebrated India's unsung legal warriors. Read about the inspiring stories of courage and constitutional commitment.
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