Test your UPSC Prelims 2026 preparation with this Polity & Governance quiz. Covers removal of judges, Foreigners' Tribunals, Sixth Schedule, voter turnout, and passport rights under Article 21.
Explore the profile of Judge Alvin Hellerstein, the 92-year-old overseeing Nicolás Maduro's trial. Known for his independent streak, due process focus, and rulings against Trump. Read his unique judicial journey.
A PIL questions the Madras High Court collegium's legality for excluding Justice Nisha Banu in judge recommendations. Calls for interim order to halt process. Read the full details.
A Tonk trial court sentenced three men to life for murdering a 70-year-old man in 2016. Judge Aarti Maheshwari appended a poignant self-composed poem to the verdict, reflecting on the crime's moral decay. Read the full story.
A US federal judge halts a Texas law requiring Apple and Google to verify user ages, citing First Amendment concerns. A major win for tech giants.
A US judge has blocked Donald Trump's attempt to strip security clearance from a lawyer who represented whistleblowers. Read the full story on the legal battle.
District Judge D V Patkar granted bail to two managers of the Goa nightclub where a fire broke out, while rejecting a third's plea. Get the latest updates on the case.
A US federal judge has upheld the Trump administration's proposal for a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, dealing a blow to American tech firms and business groups. Read the full details and implications for Indian professionals.
A US judge rules the US must arrange the return of about 137 Venezuelan men deported under the Alien Enemies Act, stating they deserve to contest their removal. Read the full story.
The Supreme Court has directed the Rajasthan High Court's Acting Chief Justice to sympathetically consider a senior judge's plea against frequent transfers. The petitioner has health issues and is nearing retirement. Read the full story.
A US judge extends Kilmar Abrego Garcia's freedom, questioning government's detention plans. He faces deportation and smuggling charges. Read the full story.
Dehradun court sentences Amreen Jahan and Radheshyam Shukla to life imprisonment for the 2020 murder of Nazim Ali. The crime was driven by a grudge after he married another woman. Read the full details of the case.
Explore the combined $70 million net worth of Yankees star Aaron Judge and wife Samantha Bracksieck in 2025. Details on his MLB contracts, endorsements, and her private career.
A Garhwa court sentenced Akhilesh Singh to 25 years rigorous imprisonment for raping a minor in 2023. The judge also imposed a fine of Rs 1 lakh. Read the full details of the landmark verdict.
Telangana High Court orders state govt to immediately begin pension process for retired judge Justice G Sridevi. Status report due by Jan 5, 2026. Read the full story.
The US Justice Department will appeal a judge's decision to dismiss cases against James Comey and Andrew McCabe, former FBI officials targeted in the Trump era. Get the latest details.
Uttarakhand High Court directs UKPSC to correct errors in three preliminary paper questions and recompute results for Judicial Services Exam 2023. Revised merit list to be published.
A court assistant in Tirupur was arrested for assaulting a judge after she questioned him about missing balance money. The incident led to injuries for both. Read the full details.
Madras High Court bids farewell to Justice M S Ramesh, who disposed of over 85,000 cases. His retirement reduces court strength to 53, impacting justice administration. Read more.
A special court in Mumbai grants bail to clerk Chandrakant Vasudev, accused in a Rs 15 lakh bribery case meant for a sessions judge. Read the full details and court conditions here.
Explore the intentional and progressive car collection of Yankees star Aaron Judge. From his early Audi A7 to the rare $2.1 million Hennessey Venom F5, each vehicle tells a story of his career growth.
The Supreme Court collegium, led by CJI Surya Kant, has proposed the appointment of five high court judges as chief justices and transferred the Meghalaya CJ. Get the full list of recommendations and details here.
Supreme Court remarks on trend of judges passing many orders before retirement, hearing plea of MP judge suspended 10 days before retirement. Read the full story.
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.
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.
A Kanpur court convicted Harnam Singh to six years rigorous imprisonment for molesting a 9-year-old girl. The judge also imposed a fine of Rs 30,000, with Rs 20,000 to be paid as compensation to the victim.
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.
Explore how Aaron Judge's unique 6'7", 282-pound physique combines with athletic discipline to create a record-breaking MLB powerhouse. Discover his impact beyond just home runs.
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.
A special CBI court acquits a Haryana judicial officer and his parents in a 12-year-old dowry death case. Read the full details of the verdict and the long legal battle.