Telangana HC Summons Officials Over Unpaid Farmer Compensation
Telangana High Court summons irrigation, finance secretaries over contempt for not paying compensation to farmers whose land was acquired for Shankara Samudram reservoir.
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Haryana Rights Commission Disposes 5,610 Cases in 13 Months
Haryana Human Rights Commission achieved remarkable efficiency, disposing 5,610 complaints between Nov 2024 and Dec 2025, reducing pendency from 6,623 to just 1,013 cases through proactive measures.
Uttarakhand HC Demands Answers on Parking Compliance
The Uttarakhand High Court has ordered state transport officials to explain non-compliance with parking bans. The court threatens contempt proceedings if affidavits are not filed.
Bengaluru Court Jails TV Channel MD for Contempt
A Bengaluru court sentenced Power TV's managing director to three months in prison for contempt after the channel aired defamatory content against an IPS officer despite an injunction.
Rajya Sabha Panel to Probe Contempt Complaint Against Two MPs
The Rajya Sabha privileges committee will investigate a contempt complaint against MPs Mamata Thakur and Mausam Noor for allegedly disrupting House proceedings during a key debate in December 2025.
Allahabad HC Orders Action Against False FIR Filers
The Allahabad High Court has directed UP Police to initiate legal proceedings against complainants and witnesses in false FIR cases. Officers face departmental action and contempt charges if they fail to comply within 60 days.
Clintons Refuse Testimony in Epstein Probe, Face Contempt
Bill and Hillary Clinton reject Republican-led congressional subpoena in Jeffrey Epstein investigation, accusing GOP of partisan motives. Committee may hold Bill Clinton in contempt.
Jharkhand HC Warns Officials Over Road Safety Failures
The Jharkhand High Court has issued a stern warning to Hazaribagh officials, stating that providing safe roads is a state duty. Failure to comply with orders on encroachments and traffic may lead to contempt proceedings.
Sambhal Police Defy Magistrate's FIR Order Again
Sambhal police refuse to register FIR against officers for second time, calling magistrate's order illegal. Legal experts condemn the defiance as contempt of court.
Lawyer Seeks Contempt Action Against Judge in Actor Assault Case
T B Mini, counsel in the 2017 actor assault case, has approached the Kerala High Court Chief Justice, alleging contempt by a sessions judge for critical remarks made in open court.
House GOP Moves to Hold Bill Clinton in Contempt
The House Oversight Committee is advancing contempt proceedings against former President Bill Clinton after he skipped a subpoenaed deposition related to the Jeffrey Epstein probe, sparking a major political clash.
High Court Acts to Protect Haldighati Pass and Rakt Talai
The Rajasthan High Court has initiated suo motu proceedings to address the deteriorating condition of historic sites Haldighati Pass and Rakt Talai, ordering immediate clean-up and protection measures.
Bill Clinton Faces Contempt Over Epstein Probe Refusal
The House Oversight Committee plans contempt proceedings against Bill Clinton for refusing a deposition in the Epstein investigation, sparking a legal battle with the Clintons.
Bombay HC Notices 52 Parties in Arpora Nightclub Tragedy
The Bombay High Court has issued notices to 52 parties, including coastal panchayats and municipal bodies, in the suo motu petition concerning the Arpora nightclub tragedy that claimed 25 lives in December 2025.
Gujarat HC Issues Notices in Contempt Case Over Demolitions
Gujarat High Court issues notices to state government, AMC officials, and police in contempt case over demolition of residential structures in Rakhial area allegedly violating Supreme Court guidelines.
NCPCR Acts on Ranchi Missing Kids, Notices DGP
The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights has taken suo motu cognisance of two missing children in Ranchi. It issued a notice to Jharkhand's DGP demanding quick recovery and an action report within five days.
Clintons Refuse to Testify in Epstein Probe, Risk Contempt
Bill and Hillary Clinton have refused to testify before a House committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein connections, risking potential contempt charges and criminal proceedings.
Clintons Face Contempt Over Epstein Testimony Refusal
Bill and Hillary Clinton face contempt proceedings after refusing to testify about their ties to Jeffrey Epstein, as legal pressure mounts in the ongoing investigation.
Delhi HC Directs DJB to Fix Shaheen Bagh Sewer Leak
Delhi High Court takes suo motu notice of TOI report on sewer leakage in Shaheen Bagh-Okhla, orders Delhi Jal Board to stop leakage and restore sanitation immediately.
Court Criticizes Lawyer in Actor Assault Case
A trial court in Kochi criticized the survivor's lawyer for minimal attendance and treating court as a resting place, sparking a dispute over factual accuracy and judicial remarks.
MP High Court Orders Removal of 102 Court Video Links
The Madhya Pradesh High Court directs social media platforms to take down 102 links misusing live-streamed court proceedings as memes and shorts within 48 hours.
MP HC Orders Removal of 102 Social Media Links Misusing Court Streams
Madhya Pradesh High Court directs platforms to take down 102 links within 48 hours for distorting live-streamed proceedings via memes and reels, citing contempt of court.
Suo Motu Case After Cow Enters Mangaluru Eatery
A cow entered a Mangaluru eatery, leading to a knife chase. Police have filed a suo motu case against the owner and the person who attacked the animal. Read the full details.
Mangaluru: Suo Motu Case Filed in Cow Incident
Mangaluru police register a suo motu case after a cow sustains a minor injury at a roadside eatery. City Commissioner details the incident and actions taken under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act. Read the full report.
HC: UP DGP's CCTV order contempt of Supreme Court
Allahabad HC calls UP DGP's circular limiting CCTV storage to 2.5 months a contempt of SC's 18-month order. Court seeks Chief Secretary's affidavit in Unnao custodial assault case.
HC to frame charges in Karthigai Deepam contempt case
Madras High Court warns of framing charges against officials for failing to light Karthigai Deepam at Thiruparankundram hill. Next hearing on February 6. Read the full details.
HC suspends Prabhas' 'Raja Saab' ticket price hike order
Telangana High Court suspends govt memo hiking Prabhas' 'Raja Saab' ticket rates, calling it a blatant contempt of court. Read the full details of the legal clash.
Maharashtra HC monitors mangrove land transfer compliance
Bombay High Court receives compliance report on mangrove land transfer. Over 955 hectares handed to forest department across coastal districts since Oct 2025. Full story on the conservation drive.
HC Warns Officials: Frame Charges Over Deepam Non-Compliance
Madras HC warns contempt charges against officials for failing to light Karthigai deepam at Thiruparankundram. Next hearing on Feb 6. Read the full story.
Madras HC Warns Officials of Contempt in Deepam Row
Madras High Court warns officials of contempt charges for non-compliance in Thiruparankundram Deepam case. Next hearing on February 2, 2026. Read the full details.
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