A PIL in Bombay HC challenges the SEC's practice of declaring candidates elected unopposed, arguing it violates voters' right to NOTA. The plea comes days before elections in 29 municipal corporations. Read more.
Gauhati High Court mandates fishing ban in Kaziranga water bodies on Uruka day. District Commissioners and SPs tasked with enforcement to protect the fragile ecosystem.
Bombay High Court dismisses PIL challenging rejection of BMC election nominations over document issues. Court cites Supreme Court deadline, refuses to interfere with poll schedule. Read the full details.
Kerala High Court adjourns a PIL challenging Malabar Distilleries' public contest for naming a new liquor brand. The petition alleges constitutional and legal violations. Details inside.
Telangana High Court halts Hyderabad's stray dog capture drive, imposing strict conditions. The order follows a PIL citing animal cruelty. Details inside.
Allahabad HC's Lucknow bench asks LDA and Municipal Corporation for their proposal on reclaimed Sahara land in Gomtinagar, marked as a green belt. Next hearing on Jan 19.
The Centre opposes a PIL to classify air purifiers as medical devices for a lower 5% GST, arguing it will increase compliance and restrict supply. The Delhi High Court urges rate reconsideration amid pollution.
Bombay HC Nagpur Bench rejects parent's plea against ₹50,000 fine for minors possessing banned nylon manja. Court stresses parental duty over public safety. Read the full story.
The massive ₹70,000 crore irrigation scandal is back in Maharashtra's political arena as elections near. Read about the allegations, political sparring, and the unresolved legal battle.
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.
Karnataka High Court directs state to file detailed response on PIL for rehab of 3000 displaced in Bengaluru demolition. Govt identifies 3 relocation sites. Read the latest.
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.
Delhi High Court demands government action on unregulated e-rickshaws after a fatal accident. PIL cites 108 accidents and 26 deaths in 2025. Read the full story.
Delhi High Court reprimands Indian Railways for failing to file an affidavit on the 2025 New Delhi station stampede that killed 18. Court questions if authorities are waiting for another accident.
The Patna High Court has directed Bihar's Chief Secretary to align state prison laws with the central Model Prison Manual within nine months. Read the full details of the PIL and judicial order.
Andhra Pradesh High Court questions YSRCP's fresh PIL against PPP model medical colleges, asks state govt to respond. Hearing adjourned for six weeks.
Vijayawada High Court declines to hear PIL alleging misuse of government ads for political promotion. The bench advises petitioner to approach the Supreme Court instead. Read the full details.
Andhra Pradesh High Court declines interim relief against shifting Annamayya district headquarters from Rayachoti to Madanapalle. Govt asked to file counter affidavit. Details inside.
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.
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.
Orissa High Court seeks response on PIL against construction at Chandrabhaga beach's Magh Saptami fairground near Konark Sun Temple. Hearing on Jan 20.
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.
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.
Madras High Court demands explanation for Semmencherry water body reclassification, threatening demolition of police station and other constructions if answers are unsatisfactory.
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.
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.
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 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
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 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.