Delhi High Court grants 21-day furlough to Balwan Khokhar, a convict in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, citing rehabilitation. He has served nearly 12 years of a life sentence. Read the full details and court's reasoning here.
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.
Delhi High Court grants relief to a man whose CISF constable appointment was cancelled due to a prior criminal case, ruling that mere institution of a case is not grounds for disqualification. Read the full judgment details.
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.
Supreme Court criticises filing of chargesheets without strong evidence, says it clogs judicial system. Orders police and trial courts to ensure only cases with strong suspicion proceed to trial.
A wanted criminal carrying a cash reward was arrested after a police encounter in Kaushambi. Kuldeep was injured, and a pistol and motorcycle were seized. Read the full details.
Allahabad High Court directs UP Police to submit details of pending criminal cases against enrolled advocates. Justice Vinod Diwakar emphasizes impact on judicial integrity. Read the full order.
UK government announces major reforms to cut court delays, reducing jury trials for less serious crimes. Justice Secretary David Lammy calls it an emergency. Will this speed up justice?
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.
Nashik police organized a special workshop for investigating officers on new criminal laws with guidance from Principal Judge Srichand Jagmalani. Learn how this will transform investigations.
Madras High Court disposed of 13,625 minor criminal cases in just three months through a special drive. Justice D Bharatha Chakravarthy led this landmark initiative to reduce case backlog in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
Bombay High Court sets aside 20-year-old conviction citing lack of evidence. Man lost bank job, drove auto for survival. Read the full judgment details.
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.
Indian-origin drug smuggler jailed in UK for attempting to cheat justice by importing 40kg heroin. Read how his aide tried to mislead the jury in this major narcotics case.
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.
Punjab and Haryana High Court rejects plea to quash FIR in fatal rash driving case, stating victims cannot be forgotten entities and justice cannot be commodified. Read the landmark judgment.
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.
Federal judge dismisses criminal charges against James Comey and Letitia James due to unlawful appointment of prosecutor. What's next for the Justice Department?
Supreme Court condemns giving consensual relations color of rape, cautions against misuse of criminal justice system. Read the landmark judgment details.
Amritsar police eliminate wanted criminal Gurpreet Singh in encounter near Verka. The accused faced multiple serious charges including murder. Read full details.
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.
Congress leaders welcome Justice Surya Kant's elevation as CJI, calling it a pivotal moment for India's justice system. Haryana MPs celebrate his humble origins. Read more about this historic appointment.
Justice Surya Kant, the 53rd Chief Justice of India, begins his nearly 15-month tenure. In an exclusive interview, he shares his journey from farming fields to Supreme Court and outlines his priorities for judiciary reform.
Karnataka High Court dismisses petition challenging Chinnaswamy stadium stampede investigation. Bench says report can't be set aside on mere assumptions. Full details inside.
Elon Musk criticizes judges releasing career criminals after Chicago woman set on fire by man with 49 prior arrests. Read about the shocking case details.
Justice Surya Kant sworn in as India's 53rd Chief Justice. He took oath in Hindi and will hold office until February 9, 2027. Read about his journey and key verdicts.
Justice DY Chandrachud sworn in as India's 50th Chief Justice. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge expresses confidence in constitutional values reinforcement. Historic moment for Indian judiciary.
Former CJI BR Gavai creates new tradition by leaving official Mercedes for successor Justice Surya Kant after swearing-in ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Read about this historic gesture.