Thiruvananthapuram Plans 10 Mobile Toilets for Hygiene
Thiruvananthapuram civic body seeks Rs 5 crore for 10 mobile toilet units to address public sanitation shortage and poor hygiene, following a zero cleanliness score in Swachh Survekshan 2023.
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Retd Justice Thakur to Head Himachal Juvenile Justice Panel
The Himachal Pradesh government appoints Justice Surinder Singh Thakur (retd) as chairperson of the state selection committee for juvenile justice bodies for a three-year term.
SC Approves Kolhapur as Additional Bombay High Court Bench
The Supreme Court has approved the Bombay High Court's notification to establish Kolhapur as an additional bench. This move aims to enhance judicial access for Maharashtra's western region. Read more about this landmark decision.
Abu Dhabi's New Real-Time Indoor Air Quality System
Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre launches HawAQM, a real-time indoor air quality observatory for schools, homes & offices. A proactive step for public health protection.
Women in Public Sphere: The Unending Trial
An analysis of how women, from Kristin Cabot to small-town India, face public scrutiny and harassment. Explore the societal voyeurism that demands a daily price. Read more.
Trump Photo Restored in Public Epstein Files Database
The US Justice Department has released thousands of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents, reinstating a photo of Donald Trump in the public database. Get the latest details on this significant disclosure.
CJI: Supreme Court Judgments Now in 16 Indian Languages
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced Supreme Court judgments are being translated into 16 languages to enhance access to justice. He emphasized preserving Hindi heritage at an Etawah event.
CJI Surya Kant Chief Guest at Etawah Hindi Sewa Nidhi Event
Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant will be the chief guest at a program in Etawah honoring late Justice Prem Shankar Gupta, a champion of Hindi in courts. Read about the dignitaries and awardees.
Telangana HC Limits GHMC Delimitation Data Order to 2 Wards
Telangana High Court modifies single judge's order on GHMC delimitation. Bench directs population data publication for only two specific wards by Dec 20. Read the latest legal update.
HC Questions 'Honourable' Tag for Bureaucrats
Allahabad High Court challenges the use of 'Honourable' for state officials, calling it a diminution of constitutional authorities' status. Principal secretary must file affidavit. Read the full story.
Mahesh Sonak Recommended for Jharkhand HC Chief Justice
Bombay HC Judge Justice Mahesh Sonak recommended for elevation as Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court by SC Collegium. Learn about his career and background.
HC Criticizes Karnataka Govt's Janaushadhi Closure Order
Karnataka High Court questions the state government's decision to shut down Janaushadhi stores, stating the order lacks material and harms public interest. Read the full details.
India's Juvenile Justice System Fails a Decade Later
Ten years after reforms were promised, India's juvenile justice system remains broken. Institutional gaps continue to fail children and derail their futures. Read our analysis.
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.
Mapusa Fish Market Faces Shutdown Over Health Issues
Mapusa Urban Health Centre threatens to cut water and power to the fish market for failing to maintain cleanliness despite repeated warnings. Read the full story.
Bill Aims to Lower Juvenile Age for Serious Crimes to 14
BJP MP Manoj Tiwari introduces a bill to amend the Juvenile Justice Act, aiming to try 14-16 year olds accused of heinous crimes as adults. Read the full details and implications.
15 Booked for Public Urination in Ahmedabad Safety Drive
Ahmedabad police book 15 men for public urination under a women's safety initiative. Lawyers warn against conflating civic nuisance with sexual crime. City faces severe public toilet shortage.
Allahabad HC dismisses petitions in cough syrup case
Allahabad High Court rejects pleas to quash FIR and grant stay on arrest in adulterated cough syrup case, terming the alleged crime as grave against society. Read the full details.
HDMC Public Forum with NGT's Justice Subhash Adi on Wednesday
HDMC organizes a public interaction with NGT's Justice Subhash Adi to tackle urban issues in Hubballi-Dharwad. Join the dialogue for a cleaner, greener city.
HP High Court Concerned Over 408% Rise in Juvenile Cases
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.
SC to hear TN plea against HC order in temple lamp case
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.
Why Public Wi-Fi in India Puts Your Laptop at High Risk
Using public Wi-Fi in India? Learn how cybercriminals exploit cafes, airports & hotel networks to steal data. Essential security steps to protect your laptop now.
DH Speak Out: December 4, 2025 - Key Public Debates
Explore the crucial public discussions from DH Speak Out on December 4, 2025, covering political accountability, economic policies, and social justice. Read the full analysis.
SC: Prosecutor Not Just for Conviction, Overturns 3 Murder Convictions
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.
CJI: Will sit in court till midnight for poor litigants
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.
How Faulty Evidence Probes Derail Justice in India
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.
DH Speak Out: November 26, 2025 - Public Concerns
Deccan Herald's Speak Out column highlights pressing public issues from November 26, 2025. Discover the key concerns raised by citizens across various sectors.
SC Sets Deadline for CCTV Compliance in Police Stations
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 Becomes 53rd CJI, Hisar Celebrates
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.
Surya Kant becomes CJI, village Petwar celebrates
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.
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