Ludhiana Bridge Sports Courts Neglected, Residents Frustrated
Sports courts built under Ludhiana's bridges suffer from severe maintenance issues. Missing equipment and poor upkeep frustrate residents and athletes.
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SC Stays HC Order on Judicial Officer's Termination
Supreme Court expresses disgust over judicial officer urinating in train. Stays Madhya Pradesh HC order that quashed his termination. Details on the case and its implications for judicial conduct.
SC Urges HCs to Expedite Sensitive, Serious Stalled Trials
The Supreme Court has issued a directive urging High Courts to immediately prioritize 'sensitive and serious' cases where trials are held up. The order emphasizes justice for all parties, not just the accused. Read the full story.
CJI Surya Kant's emotional return to native Petwar village
Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant visited his native Petwar village in Haryana, inaugurating courts and recalling his father's pivotal support. Read about the rousing welcome and his journey.
CJI Surya Kant's emotional visit to Petwar village
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant visited his ancestral village Petwar in Haryana, recalling his humble beginnings and announcing key developments for the district. He urged students to aim high and parents to support children's career choices.
Court staff protest colleague's suicide, cite extreme work pressure
Staff at Delhi's Saket Court held a sit-in and candlelight march after a record keeper's suicide, highlighting severe staff shortages and backlog of cases. Demands include compensation and FIR.
Uttarakhand HC CJ Retires, Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta Appointed
Uttarakhand High Court bids farewell to CJ Justice Guhanathan Narendar. He highlighted tech initiatives for justice. Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta appointed as new CJ. Read the full story.
Allahabad HC Ultimatum to Judges on Fire Safety
Allahabad High Court warns district judges of stringent action if they fail to respond on fire-fighting equipment installation within two weeks. Next hearing on Jan 27, 2026.
Bomb Threat at Odisha Courts, Dog Squads Deployed
Multiple courts in Odisha received bomb threats via email on January 9, 2026, prompting deployment of bomb disposal and dog squads. Stay updated on the developing situation.
ED raids I-PAC, Mamata seizes files; ASI shifts to PPP model
ED conducts searches at I-PAC offices linked to a coal smuggling case, with CM Mamata Banerjee intervening. Also, ASI to adopt a PPP model for monument conservation, and US threatens 500% tariffs. Read the full briefing.
Hoax Bomb Threat to Courts Triggers Multi-State Security Scare
An anonymous bomb threat email targeting courts in Odisha and multiple states caused mass evacuations and high alert. Investigation underway to trace the sender. Read details.
Two Haryana judicial officers sworn in as Punjab & Haryana HC judges
Justices Ramesh Chander Dimri and Neerja Kulwant Kalson sworn in as additional judges. The appointments raise the court's working strength to 61 against a sanctioned 85, aiming to tackle over 4.20 lakh pending cases.
Supreme Court Transforms into Active Architect of Reform
The Supreme Court's evolution places life and dignity at its core, transforming it into a proactive force for systemic change, accessible for urgent interventions. Explore this judicial revolution.
Chhattisgarh HC Directs Family Courts to Aid Poor Litigants
Chhattisgarh High Court mandates family courts to maintain dedicated legal expert panels for poor litigants, overturns a divorce decree where a woman's plea for aid was ignored. Read more.
SC: Naxal success needs courts, not just arrests
Supreme Court stresses speedy trials for Naxal cases, grants interim bail to Gadchiroli blast accused. Highlights infrastructure gaps as Amit Shah vows to end extremism. Read more.
Many High Courts Still Lack Anti-Sexual Harassment Panels
Nearly three decades after the landmark Vishaka judgment, several High Courts and district courts have failed to set up mandatory mechanisms to address workplace sexual harassment, undermining women's rights.
CJI Launches India's First Paperless Court in Kerala's Wayanad
Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant inaugurated India's first paperless court in Wayanad, terming it a step towards 'green jurisprudence'. The move aims to reduce paper use and enhance judicial efficiency. Read more about this historic digital shift
Dharwad Courts Evacuated After Bomb Threat Emails
Dharwad High Court and district courts were evacuated on January 6, 2026, following bomb threat emails. Security was heightened and proceedings suspended. Read the latest updates.
Kerala CM Clears Anti-Ragging Bill for Cabinet Review
Kerala CM grants permission to table Anti-Ragging Amendment Bill. HC directs state to expedite process and reconsider stand on NDPS courts. Details on forensic lab vacancies inside.
Amnesty Warns Pakistan's 27th Amendment Threatens Judiciary
Amnesty International warns Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment undermines judicial independence. The move grants Parliament power to fix Supreme Court judges' tenure. Read the full analysis.
Saras Food Courts Coming to Rajasthan Govt Hospitals
Rajasthan's Medical Education Dept partners with RCDF to build Saras food courts in hospital campuses, addressing dining woes for staff, patients & attendants. Read more.
SC: Wrong orders not enough for disciplinary action against judges
The Supreme Court ruled that a judicial officer cannot face disciplinary action merely for passing wrong orders. The judgment protects judicial independence. Read the full analysis.
SC sets aside removal of MP judge in bail order case
Supreme Court reinstates a Madhya Pradesh judge, ruling a wrong bail order alone cannot be grounds for disciplinary action. The court emphasized judicial independence and warned against frivolous complaints.
SC sets aside removal of MP judge in bail order case
Supreme Court reinstates Madhya Pradesh judge, ruling a wrong bail order without evidence of corruption is not grounds for disciplinary action. Upholds judicial independence.
Punjab District Courts: Over 55% Cases Pending >1 Year
Shocking data reveals over 55% of cases in Punjab's district courts are pending for more than a year, highlighting a severe judicial backlog. Read the full analysis of the crisis and its implications.
SC sets aside dismissal of MP judge, cautions High Courts
Supreme Court reinstates a Madhya Pradesh judicial officer, ruling that mere errors in judgment should not lead to disciplinary action. The verdict underscores judicial independence.
Delhi's Court Backlog: 5.5 Lakh Cheque Bounce Cases Pending
Over 5.5 lakh cheque bounce cases are choking Delhi's courts, causing years of delays. A failed digital court experiment and lack of reforms leave litigants in limbo. Explore the crisis and solutions.
Rajasthan HC Lawyers Boycott Over Night Courts, Saturday Work
Lawyers at Rajasthan High Court's Jaipur & Jodhpur benches will abstain from work on Monday, protesting night courts & two working Saturdays monthly. Read details on the standoff.
UP Has Highest Backlog of Pocso Cases in India
Uttar Pradesh accounts for one-third of India's pending Pocso cases. A new study reveals a high disposal rate but low convictions, highlighting systemic challenges.
No Ad-Hoc Judges Appointed Despite Supreme Court Clearance
Despite a landmark Supreme Court ruling allowing it, not a single ad-hoc judge has been appointed to clear case backlogs in India's High Courts. Discover the reasons behind this critical delay.
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