Delhi POCSO Cases: High Disposal, Higher Backlog
Delhi courts disposed more POCSO cases than registered in 2025, yet a massive backlog of decade-old cases and a 9% conviction rate plague the system. A new report calls for urgent judicial reforms.
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Amazon's Remote Policy for H-1B Workers in India Limits Work
Amazon allows H-1B visa-stranded employees in India to stay on payroll until March 2026, but a memo reveals they cannot code, make decisions, or access systems. Read the full story on the visa delay crisis.
Indian H-1B visa holder's 12-year Green Card wait
An Indian professional in the US shares the emotional toll of a 12-year Green Card backlog, missing family events while stuck on an H-1B visa. Read about the systemic delays and personal costs.
High Court Pendency Falls by Over 11,000 Cases
Punjab & Haryana High Court sees a significant drop of over 11,000 pending cases in a year, marking a positive break from past trends. Read the full data analysis.
Indians can renew H-1B visa from third countries like Dubai
Indian H-1B visa holders facing long appointment delays in India can now apply for renewal from third countries like the UAE with a valid residency permit. Learn the process and experience.
MDU Rohtak fills 143 faculty posts after 10-year gap
Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, has launched a major recruitment drive for 143 teaching positions, addressing a decade-long backlog. Interviews begin January 2026. Read more.
India flags H-1B visa delays, backlogs with US
India engages US over mounting H-1B visa delays causing hardships. Backlogs, stricter scrutiny, and policy changes threaten Indian professionals' careers. Read more.
Kerala HC disposes 1.09L cases; 2.58L still pending
Kerala High Court sees 6% rise in case disposals, clearing over 1.09 lakh cases. However, a massive backlog of 2.58 lakh pending cases highlights urgent need for judicial reforms. Read the full analysis.
Kerala HC: PwD Rank List Extended to May 2026
Kerala govt extends PwD rank list validity to May 31, 2026 for backlog vacancies in aided schools. High Court adjourns hearing after state's submission. Details inside.
NPU Plans Exam Reforms to Clear Session Backlog
Nilamber Pitamber University in Daltonganj considers major exam reforms as backlog disrupts academic sessions. VC Dinesh Kumar Singh reveals plan for Exam Board resolution. Read more.
US Visa Delays Up to 12 Months, Hit Indian Tech Workers
Major US visa delays up to 12 months due to enhanced screening. Google & Apple warn H-1B holders against travel. Indian professionals among the worst affected. Read more.
US visa delays push H-1B, H-4 interviews to 2027
H-1B and H-4 visa applicants face over a year's delay in US interview slots, causing travel and family disruptions. Lawyer advises monitoring portals and avoiding non-essential travel. Read more.
Google Advises US Employees Against International Travel
Google cautions US-based employees on H-1B, F, J visas against international travel due to severe visa stamping delays of up to 12 months at embassies, including India, linked to new social media vetting rules.
SC Empowers HCs to Appoint Retired Judges as Ad Hoc Judges
The Supreme Court has taken steps to utilise retired High Court judges to tackle the massive backlog of 63.6 lakh pending cases. New guidelines address seniority concerns to facilitate appointments. Read more.
Over 3,200 Illegal Building Cases Clog Goa's Local Courts
A staggering backlog of 3,228 illegal construction cases is crippling Goa's panchayat judicial system. Experts blame flawed rules and deliberate weakening of local governance. Read the full investigation.
NU Shifts Winter Exams Clashing with Civic Polls, Makar Sankranti
Nagpur University postpones winter exams from Jan 14-16 due to civic elections and Makar Sankranti. Revised timetable to be released in 1-2 days, affecting thousands of students.
US Ed Dept Recalls Staff Amid Civil Rights Complaint Backlog
Dozens of former US Education Department staff return to tackle a growing backlog of over 25,000 civil rights complaints. The move follows legal disputes over mass layoffs under the Trump administration.
US Cuts Work Permit Validity, Impacts Indian Immigrants
USCIS reduces EAD validity from 5 years to 18 months for refugees, asylees & immigrants. Indian professionals in green card backlog face major disruption. Read the full analysis.
US Ed Dept Recalls Staff to Tackle Civil Rights Backlog
The Trump administration recalls dozens of Education Department workers to address a growing backlog of over 25,000 civil rights complaints. A temporary fix amid ongoing layoff plans.
US Supreme Court Takes Up Trump's Birthright Citizenship Case
The US Supreme Court will review Trump's executive order restricting birthright citizenship. A ruling in 2026 could impact thousands, including Indian families in green card backlog. Read the full analysis.
US Immigration Backlog Inevitable After Trump Re-Review Order
Trump administration orders re-review of Green Cards & asylum from 19 nations, causing massive USCIS delays. Expert warns of unprecedented backlog. Read details.
RBI's Jan-Feb Drive to Clear Pending Customer Complaints
RBI Governor announces a special two-month campaign to resolve all complaints pending over 30 days with the Ombudsman. Get details on the surge in grievances and the central bank's push for better customer service.
6.26 Lakh Cases Pending in Himachal Courts, 16 Judge Posts Vacant
Himachal Pradesh's judiciary faces a massive backlog with over 6.26 lakh cases pending in district courts. Nationwide, 4.80 crore cases await resolution. Read the full report on the judicial crisis.
UK Reduces Jury Trials to Clear Massive Court Backlog
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?
Madras HC Clears 13,625 Minor Cases in 3 Months
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.
Indian Entrepreneurs Stuck in Canada's Visa Backlog
Over 43,000 entrepreneurs, mostly Indians, face decade-long delays in Canada's Startup Visa program, forcing many to abandon their Canadian dreams despite building businesses.
5.4 Crore Case Backlog: CJI Reveals Judicial Crisis
Chief Justice Surya Kant addresses India's massive 5.4 crore pending cases, highlighting structural bottlenecks and calling for coordinated government-judiciary efforts to resolve judicial infrastructure gaps.
CJI-designate Surya Kant Prioritizes Reducing Court Backlog
Justice Surya Kant, the CJI-designate, vows to tackle Supreme Court's 90,000 pending cases through optimal judge utilization and mediation. Read his comprehensive plan for judicial reform.
UK's 5-Point Asylum System Overhaul Plan Revealed
Britain unveils comprehensive 5-point strategy to transform its asylum processing system, addressing backlog and illegal migration. Learn how these changes will impact immigration policy.
Punjab Clears 4.34 Lakh RC and DL Backlog
Punjab resolves massive 4.34 lakh vehicle registration and driving licence backlog. High Court disposes PIL as state completes printing, only 6,176 cards pending dispatch. Read the breakthrough story.
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