SC Seeks Input on 3-Year Legal Practice Norm for Judicial Exam
The Supreme Court has asked High Courts and law universities for feedback on the three-year practice requirement for judicial services exams, considering exemptions for PwD candidates.
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HC Bans 'Subordinate' and 'Lower' Terms for District Courts
The Punjab and Haryana High Court directs courts to use 'district courts', 'district judiciary', or 'trial courts' in official records, dropping outdated terminology.
HC Bans 'Subordinate' & 'Lower' Terms for District Courts
The Punjab and Haryana High Court directs courts to use 'district courts', 'district judiciary', or 'trial courts' instead of 'subordinate' or 'lower' in official records across the region.
High Court Bans 'Lower Courts' Term, Mandates 'District Courts'
The Punjab and Haryana High Court directs all courts in Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh to stop using 'lower courts' and adopt 'district courts' or 'trial courts' in official correspondence.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
SC Judge Calls for Telugu in District Court Proceedings
Supreme Court Justice Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha champions Telugu language in official administration at World Telugu Conference in Guntur, stressing its role in shaping identity.
AP Police Fast-Track 470 Convictions for Crimes Against Women
Andhra Pradesh DGP announces zero-tolerance policy, expedited trials leading to 470 convictions including death sentences. Learn about the new safety measures and data.
CJI Calls for Modern Judicial Infrastructure to Meet Future Demands
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant emphasizes urgent need for capacity building in judicial infrastructure to reduce backlog and ensure timely justice. Read his full vision.
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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