J&K HC quashes 1979 murder conviction of elderly woman
Jammu & Kashmir High Court sets aside 1979 murder conviction of Shameema Begam, citing 46-year delay and her age. The court closed one of Kashmir's longest-running cases.
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J&K HC relieves 70-yr-old woman after 46-year case
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court frees 70-year-old woman, citing 46-year ordeal and 'heat of passion' in 1979 case. Justice Sanjay Parihar emphasizes balance in sentencing. Read the full story.
Delhi gets 16 fast-track courts for terror, organised crime cases
Delhi becomes first state to set up 16 dedicated fast-track courts for speedy trials under UAPA, NIA Act. Aimed at hardened criminals & terror accused, these courts will prevent bail due to delays.
SC Sets Time Limits for Lawyer Arguments to Speed Justice
The Supreme Court issues new SOPs requiring lawyers to submit timelines for oral arguments to ensure effective court management and faster justice delivery. Read the full story.
J&K High Court quashes dowry FIR, warns against misuse
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court quashes a dowry cruelty FIR, ruling criminal law cannot be a tool for personal vendetta. Justice Sanjay Parihar delivered the verdict on December 26, 2025. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
SC: Time-bound probe should be exception, not norm
The Supreme Court ruled that time-bound investigations cannot be the norm, emphasizing that speedy trials are a fundamental right under Article 21. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rajasthan HC Grants Foreign Nationals Article 21 Rights
Rajasthan High Court mandates speedy trial for Bangladeshi nationals in organ transplant case, affirming foreign citizens' right to life and dignity under Article 21. Read the landmark judgment.
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.
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.
Justice Surya Kant sworn in as 53rd Chief Justice of India
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.
Justice Surya Kant Elevated as New Chief Justice of India
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 sworn in as 53rd CJI of India
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 HC Upholds Stadium Stampede Probe Report
Karnataka High Court dismisses petition challenging Chinnaswamy stadium stampede investigation. Bench says report can't be set aside on mere assumptions. Full details inside.
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