HC orders official to fund school toilet for contempt of court
Madras High Court directs a Salem tahsildar, found guilty of contempt, to personally fund a new girls' toilet at a school. Justice P T Asha's order emphasizes judicial dignity.
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Vedanta's Green Copper Plea Tagged with Sterlite Demolition PIL
Madras HC to hear Vedanta's plea for an expert panel on its green copper facility alongside a PIL seeking Sterlite demolition. A crucial case for Tuticorin and India's copper vision.
Karthi's Vaa Vaathiyaar faces Supreme Court battle over loan
Karthi's film 'Vaa Vaathiyaar' is stuck in legal battle. Madras HC bans release over unpaid Rs 21.78 crore loan. Producer moves Supreme Court. Read the full story.
DMK Defends Impeachment Motion Against Madras HC Judge
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.
SC Bench Acknowledges Corruption Trend in Judiciary
Supreme Court CJI Surya Kant highlights a worrying trend of judges passing questionable orders before retirement. Details on the MP judge's suspension case and the court's strong remarks.
Madras HC Slams TN Govt for Ignoring Judicial Orders
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 HC Slams TN Govt for Ignoring Judicial Orders
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.
Justice Nisha Banu Joins Kerala HC on December 19
Justice J Nisha Banu, transferred from Madras HC, will be sworn in at Kerala High Court on Dec 19. Chief Justice Nitin Jamdar will administer the oath. Get the full career details.
Who is Judge Vishal Gogne? Key cases and recent rulings
Explore the career and notable judgments of Special CBI Judge Vishal Gogne, who recently dismissed the ED's complaint in the National Herald case and is handling Rabri Devi's transfer plea. A detailed look at his judicial approach.
Madras HC Hails New Criminal Laws for Timely Justice
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.
SC Examines Plea Against Lok Sabha Speaker's Impeachment Panel
Supreme Court questions procedural lapse in forming impeachment committee against Allahabad HC judge. Notices issued to Parliament secretariats. Read the full legal challenge.
Wakf Board Tells HC Thiruparankundram Hill Land is Dargah's
Tamil Nadu Wakf Board tells Madras HC the stone pillar on Thiruparankundram hill is on land belonging to Sikandar Badusha Dargah, challenging a temple's right to light a lamp. Hearing continues.
ICJ Judge: No Climate Change Cases Yet, Principles Apply
ICJ judge Leonardo Nemer Caldeira Brant says climate cases can use environmental law framework. He urges young lawyers to study hard and find luck. Madras HC Justice notes 60,000+ practising lawyers in TN.
HC Directs TN Govt to Respond on MAWS Recruitment Scam PIL
Madras High Court orders Tamil Nadu government to respond to a PIL seeking an FIR based on ED's report alleging ₹634 crore corruption in MAWS department recruitment. Details inside.
Court Questions Closure of Complaint Against EPS in Medical College Case
Tamil Nadu govt closes complaint against Edappadi K Palaniswami alleging irregularities in 11 medical college constructions. Madras High Court seeks petitioner's explanation on judicial review.
Madras HC: 3 Versions of Pillar in Deepam Row
Madras High Court highlights conflicting claims in the Deepam pillar dispute. A 1920 order suggests the steps belong to a dargah. Read the latest legal developments.
Vaa Vaathiyaar Release Pushed to Dec 24 After Court Stay
Karthi's film 'Vaa Vaathiyaar' faces release delay due to Madras High Court stay over producer's debt. New release date set for December 24, MGR's memorial day. Read details.
TN Govt: Thiruparankundram Pillar is Jain, Not Hindu
Tamil Nadu govt tells Madras HC a stone pillar on Thiruparankundram hill is a Jain heritage, not Hindu. Hearing on Karthigai Deepam lighting continues.
TN Govt: Madurai Hill Pillar is Jain, Not Hindu Heritage
Tamil Nadu govt cites archaeological texts to argue a stone pillar on Thiruparankundram hill is a Jain relic. The Madras High Court continues hearing on Karthigai Deepam lighting plea. Details inside.
Nilgiris villagers fight eviction, seek land rights
Ajjoor villagers in Nilgiris petition collector to halt forest department eviction, citing 200-year heritage and tax receipts. They threaten legal action if demands are not met.
ECI Allows Prison Inmates to Enroll via Relatives for Voter Roll
Madras HC informed that undertrials & short-term inmates can submit SIR forms via relatives for electoral roll revision. ECI to file affidavit. Details inside.
ED Officer Apologizes to Madras HC in Contempt Case
ED assistant director tenders unconditional apology for issuing summons despite court stay. Madras HC also summons senior ED officials. Details on the TASMAC investigation inside.
Madras HC orders probe into ₹93.4 crore CMRL land payout
Madras High Court orders investigation into ₹93.4 crore compensation paid by CMRL for land acquisition in Chennai's Koyambedu without proper title verification. Read the full story.
Thiruparankundram Deepam Dispute: Court's Verdict & Path Forward
The Karthigai Deepam lighting dispute at Thiruparankundram hill involves faith, temple rights & inter-community harmony. The High Court's detailed judgment & the need for mediation are analyzed. Read more.
HC Directs TN to Submit Kumari Kandam Research Proposal
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu to examine reports and submit a formal proposal for underwater archaeological research on the mythical Kumari Kandam. The Centre awaits state's initiative.
Trichy's 11-acre public park delayed for new vegetable market
Trichy Corporation delays Panjapur park development until after ₹236 crore vegetable market is built, despite HC order. Environmentalists raise concerns over tree loss.
HC Allows Coimbatore to Reclaim Encroached OSR Land
Madras High Court overturns 2021 order, permits Coimbatore Corporation to recover encroached open space reserve land in Sanganoor. Landmark judgment upholds SC ruling on OSR land protection.
Ilaiyaraaja, Mythri Movie Makers Settle Legal Dispute
Legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja and Mythri Movie Makers have reached an amicable settlement in their legal dispute. The production house will pay ₹50 lakh and stop using certain songs in 'Good Bad Ugly'. Read the full details.
TN Defies HC, Moves SC in Thiruparankundram Lamp Dispute
Tamil Nadu's DMK government defies Madras HC orders on Karthigai Deepam lighting, appeals to Supreme Court. CJI gives no urgent hearing assurance. Contempt proceedings initiated.
BJP Accuses DMK of Defying Court in Thiruparankundram Deepam Row
BJP leader K Annamalai slams DMK govt for defying Madras HC order on Thiruparankundram deepam, alleges minority appeasement & lawlessness. Read the full details.
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