Orissa HC: Adopted Son Can Claim Govt Job Under Hindu Law
Orissa High Court rules an adopted son is entitled to compassionate appointment in railways, citing ancient Hindu laws. The court directed authorities to process the claim within two months.
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SC Reopens Rs 400 Crore Jaipur Land Dispute Case
Supreme Court sets aside Rajasthan HC order, directs fresh hearing on merit in the Rs 400 crore land dispute between JDA and former royal family. Key facts and timeline explained.
HC: Adopted child eligible for compassionate job
Orissa High Court rules adopted children cannot be denied compassionate appointments if adoption was completed before the employee's death, dismissing a petition by Centre and railways.
Himachal CM Sukhu Criticizes HC Panchayat Poll Order
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu calls High Court's panchayat poll order arbitrary. He vows to challenge it in Supreme Court, citing legal flaws.
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.
HC Orders Permission for Bhapur Mahotsav After Date Revision
Orissa High Court directs Nayagarh collector to grant permission for Bhapur Mahotsav within 2 days after organizers agree to revise festival dates. Get the full legal details.
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.
SC Notice to Maharashtra Govt in Pune Porsche Crash Bail Pleas
Supreme Court issues notice to Maharashtra govt on bail appeals by accused in Pune Porsche crash case. Two software engineers died in the May 2024 accident. Next hearing on Jan 30, 2026.
HC Notice on Konark's Magh Saptami Mela Construction
Orissa High Court seeks response on PIL against construction at Chandrabhaga beach's Magh Saptami fairground near Konark Sun Temple. Hearing on Jan 20.
Orissa HC Stresses Curbing Multiple Litigations
Orissa High Court sets aside an order passed without hearing, remands land case. Justice Behera emphasizes substantial justice over technicalities to avoid 'a suit out of a suit'.
Tripura HC orders woman to stand in courtroom in contempt case
Tripura High Court orders a woman to stand until court adjourns for contempt over breach of divorce terms and public allegations against judges. Details of the case and the court's ruling inside.
HC Orders Return of House to Evicted Woman, Slams Court
Allahabad High Court orders Siddharthnagar authorities to restore a woman's house within 48 hours, calling the eviction 'mala fide'. The court mandates Rs 1 lakh compensation and an inquiry against a judge.
Bomb threat hoax evacuates Karnataka High Court in Dharwad
A bomb threat email caused panic and evacuation at Karnataka's Dharwad High Court and district courts in Mysuru, Gadag & Bagalkot. Security was heightened, proceedings halted. Read details.
SC Upholds Right to Speedy Trial, Grants Bail in Economic Offence
The Supreme Court has ruled that the right to a speedy trial is fundamental and cannot be ignored due to an offence's severity. The court granted bail, stating economic offences are not a homogeneous class for blanket bail denial. Read the full analysis.
Orissa HC Questions Legality of 'No PUCC, No Fuel' Policy
Orissa High Court demands state govt's affidavit on controversial fuel denial rule for vehicles without PUCC. Hearing in 3 weeks. Read the full legal challenge details.
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.
Odisha HC Seeks Govt Stand on Outsourced Police Recruitment Scam
Orissa High Court demands state government's clarification on outsourcing police recruitment exams amid CBI probe into irregularities for 862 SI posts. Hearing on Jan 27.
SC rejects bail for Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam in 2020 riots case
Supreme Court upholds denial of bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the Delhi 2020 riots UAPA case. The bench cited their 'grave' role in the alleged conspiracy. Read the full details.
Court orders eviction from Madh Island bungalow after 15-year fight
A Mumbai civil court has ordered a gardener's family to vacate servant quarters in Madh Island, dismissing their adverse possession claim. The legal battle spanned over 15 years. Read the full details.
HC: Teachers' non-academic duties violate Right to Education Act
Orissa High Court directs state to explain teacher deployment for CRCC roles, stressing it hampers students' right to education. Next hearing on Jan 13.
Collector stops salary of cop for releasing seized sand trucks
Jagatsinghpur collector J Sonal stops Tirtol IIC's salary for allegedly releasing seized sand-laden vehicles in violation of HC order. Read the full details of the misuse of power case.
GMCH Patiala professor contempt case heard urgently by HC
Punjab & Haryana High Court hears contempt petition by GMCH Patiala professor against retirement order allegedly violating 2021 stay. Next hearing on Feb 9, 2026.
Orissa HC Backs Govt on SHG Exclusion from Paddy Procurement
Orissa High Court upholds state's decision to exclude certain women's self-help groups from paddy procurement for 2025-26, ruling no vested right to continue. Read the full legal analysis.
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.
Delhi HC protects personality rights of Andhra Deputy CM
Delhi High Court shields Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan's personality rights, ordering removal of infringing content to prevent irreparable harm. Read the full legal analysis.
HC Pushes for Inventory of Puri Jagannath Temple Treasury
Orissa High Court directs committee to begin inventory of centuries-old jewels in Puri's Ratna Bhandar after ASI completes conservation. Next hearing on Jan 27.
Orissa HC Directs Gender Correction in Land Mutation Certificate
Orissa High Court directs authorities to correct name & gender in land records for transgender man Agastya Das, upholding legal recognition of gender identity. Read the landmark judgment.
Orissa HC Orders Gender Change in Property Docs After Sex Reassignment
Orissa High Court mandates govt to update property documents from 'granddaughter' to 'grandson' after petitioner's sex change, affirming transpersons' rights to identity, property & equality. Read the full judgment details.
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