Justices Ritesh Kumar and Praveen Kumar took oath as judges of the Patna High Court. The ceremony, presided by Chief Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo, was attended by judges and Bar members. Discover their legal journeys.
In her farewell at Bombay HC, Justice Revati Mohite Dere, elevated as Meghalaya CJ, urged lawyers to speak up for the oppressed, champion causes & uphold the Constitution.
Justice Jai Krishna Upadhyay, former Additional Govt Advocate, sworn in as Allahabad High Court judge by CJ Arun Bhansali. The court's strength now stands at 110. Read the full story.
Justice M S Sonak, in his Bombay HC farewell, urged the bar to be guardians of the bench. He takes charge as Jharkhand HC Chief Justice. Read his powerful message.
Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo was sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Patna High Court. Governor Arif Mohammed Khan administered the oath. Read about his distinguished legal career and the ceremony.
Supreme Court rulings reinforce 'bail is rule, jail exception.' Experts urge Parliament for a dedicated Bail Act to protect personal liberty and ensure speedy trials. Read more.
Orissa High Court sets aside an order passed without hearing, remands land case. Justice Behera emphasizes substantial justice over technicalities to avoid 'a suit out of a suit'.
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.
The Supreme Court granted bail to a businessman citing delay in trial, affirming the right to speedy trial under Article 21. This comes a day after denying bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam.
The Supreme Court has ruled that the right to a speedy trial is fundamental and cannot be ignored due to an offence's severity. The court granted bail, stating economic offences are not a homogeneous class for blanket bail denial. Read the full analysis.
Supreme Court highlights overwhelming public concern for stray dogs, noting applications exceed those for human cases. Read the full observation by Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta.
Bombay HC Justice Farhan Parvez Dubas clinched the singles title at the 2nd All India Judges Badminton Tournament 2026 in Ranchi. Read about the winners in all categories and the growing sporting tradition among the judiciary.
Karnataka establishes district-level medical boards to determine the age of juveniles in conflict with the law, ensuring accurate assessments and proper legal procedures. Learn about the new policy.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledges to deliver justice from session court to Supreme Court within 3 years by 2029. He details how new criminal laws will ensure swift, victim-centric justice. Read more.
Supreme Court says courts must not routinely set deadlines for investigative agencies, stepping on their toes. Timelines are only for cases of proven delay. Read the full analysis.
Justice Mahesh Sharadchandra Sonak, a Bombay High Court judge, has been appointed as the new Chief Justice of the Jharkhand High Court. He will assume charge on January 8, 2024, following the retirement of Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan.
Haryana's Additional Chief Secretary announces the state is a national leader in criminal justice system reforms. Discover the key initiatives and their impact.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.