SC Vacation Benches Sit During Winter Break for First Time
In a historic first, Supreme Court vacation benches, including one led by CJI Surya Kant, convened during the winter recess. The court was closed from Dec 22 to Jan 2. Read more.
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Court acquits man as police claim rats ate 200 kg ganja
A Ranchi NDPS court acquitted a man in a 2022 drug case, citing major lapses in the police probe, including the claim that 200 kg of seized cannabis was eaten by rats in storage. Read the shocking details.
Bail in ₹72 Cr drug bust: Telangana HC cites NDPS Act nuance
Telangana High Court grants bail to two accused in a ₹72 crore ephedrine seizure case, ruling the 'controlled substance' does not attract stringent NDPS bail conditions. Read the full legal analysis.
10-Year Jail for Drug Trafficker in Ludhiana Heroin Case
A Ludhiana special court hands down a 10-year rigorous imprisonment sentence to a drug trafficker caught with heroin and intoxicant tablets. Read the full details of the police operation and court ruling.
Indore Police's New Year Crackdown: 950 Suspects Checked
Indore Police conducted a massive overnight drive to curb crime ahead of New Year. Over 950 suspects checked, 377 faced legal action, and 163 drunk drivers booked. Read details.
Uttarakhand HC frees French woman's passport after acquittal
Uttarakhand High Court orders unconditional release of French national Royer Nicole's passport after her acquittal in a drugs case. The court said travel restrictions were no longer justified. Read the full story.
MP High Court Directs Indore to Remove Stray Dogs
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has ordered the Indore Municipal Corporation to conduct a top-priority drive to remove stray dogs from public and tourist areas, citing a Supreme Court verdict. The civic body must submit a detailed action-taken report by Jan
Allahabad HC Grants Bail in Banned Cough Syrup Sale Case
The Allahabad High Court grants bail to two brothers arrested for illegal sale of banned cough syrup. Details on the case, charges, and court's reasoning inside.
57 Maharashtra Civic Results Await Supreme Court Ruling
The fate of 57 local bodies in Maharashtra hangs in balance as the Supreme Court's January 21 verdict on reservation limits will decide the final outcome. Mahayuti leads but faces uncertainty.
SC to Rule Jan 21 on 57 Maharashtra Civic Bodies' Fate
The Supreme Court's January 21 verdict will decide the fate of 57 Maharashtra local bodies where quota limits were breached. Results for Mahayuti and MVA hang in the balance. Read for full details.
Maharashtra Local Body Results Await SC Verdict
Results for 57 Maharashtra local bodies hang in balance as Supreme Court verdict on Jan 21 will decide fate of seats where quota limit exceeded 50%. Mahayuti leads but outcome uncertain.
Chandigarh Police Smash Drug Networks, Arrest 835
Chandigarh police have launched a major offensive against narcotics, registering 732 NDPS cases since 2020. The crackdown has seen assets worth Rs 15 crore frozen. Read the full story.
Tanzanian Judge's Son Gets Bail in Kerala Drug Case
Kerala High Court grants bail to two Tanzanian students, including a High Court judge's son, jailed for 270 days in an NDPS case. Court cites lack of evidence beyond financial transactions.
5-Year Jail, Rs 50k Fine for Ganja Possession in Mangaluru
Mangaluru court sentences Joseph TE to 5 years rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 50,000 fine under the NDPS Act for possessing over 2kg of ganja in 2008. Read the full details of the long-pending case.
Special SC Vacation Bench Led by CJI to Sit on December 22
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant will lead a special vacation bench on December 22 to hear urgent matters. This move ensures judicial access during the Supreme Court's winter break.
HC dismisses pleas in codeine syrup racket, SIT probe continues
Allahabad High Court rejects petitions by 23 accused in major interstate codeine-based cough syrup racket. Over 2.23 crore bottles recovered in Varanasi alone. SIT investigation to proceed under NDPS Act.
Mizoram: 1,563 drug arrests, 80kg heroin seized this year
Mizoram's excise department cracks down on narcotics, registering 1,016 NDPS cases and seizing massive drug hauls. Over 1,500 arrested, including foreign nationals. Read the full report.
Ahmedabad Court Sentences Two in 31g Mephedrone Case
A special court in Ahmedabad sentenced two individuals to prison for possessing over 31g of mephedrone. One convict is a repeat offender. Details on the NDPS Act case and acquittals inside.
Secret Deal Alleged in Kerala VC Appointments
Congress leader KC Venugopal alleges a secret understanding between Kerala Governor and CM led to controversial VC appointments, compromising student futures. Read the full expose.
SC's Sharp Verdict on Delhi Air Pollution, Orders Major Reset
India's Supreme Court delivers a scathing verdict on Delhi's air pollution crisis, ordering a major reset for NCR and modifying vehicle restrictions. Read the full details.
Kerala Actress Assault Case Verdict Today After 8 Years
The final verdict in the Kerala actress assault case is set for December 8. The prosecution's case details a conspiracy dating back to 2013. Read the full story.
Ex-CJI Gavai defends SC creamy layer verdict, questions critics
Retired CJI Bhushan Gavai addresses criticism of the Supreme Court's verdict extending creamy layer to SCs. He asks if the same yardstick applies to a CJI's son and a labourer's child. Read his full defence.
5 Convicted in Karnataka NDPS Case, Get 12-Year Jail
A Karnataka court convicted five, including a South Sudan national, in an NDPS Act case. Three received 12 years rigorous imprisonment and a fine. Read the full details.
Ayodhya Mosque Awaits Nod 6 Years After SC Verdict
Six years after the landmark Supreme Court verdict, the proposed mosque in Ayodhya awaits construction start. A revised map is set for submission this month. Read the latest updates.
Owaisi Questions Acquittals in Babri Case, Calls Dec 6 'Black Day'
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi questions the acquittal of all accused in the Babri Masjid demolition case and challenges PM Modi's historical claims. Read his full critique.
12-Year Jail for Drug Smuggler in Mohali, Two Accused Abscond
Mohali court convicts Ranjit Singh for smuggling thousands of narcotic capsules. He gets 12 years rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 1.5 lakh fine. Two co-accused declared absconders. Read the full details.
Vodafone Idea shares jump 4% amid AGR relief hopes
Vodafone Idea share price rallied over 4% as the government examines legal options for AGR dues relief. Telecom Minister Scindia awaits formal request from telco. Details inside.
20-Year Rigorous Imprisonment for Minor's Assault in Goa
A Panaji fast-track court has sentenced a man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for aggravated penetrative sexual assault on a 17-year-old. The sentences for rape and other charges will run concurrently. Read the full details of the landmark judgment.
Haldwani on High Alert for SC Order on Railway Land Encroachment
Haldwani is under tight security as the Supreme Court prepares a verdict on a railway land encroachment case impacting over 4,300 families. Police deploy heavily, fearing unrest.
Andhra HC: Inform Accused of Remand Extension, Grants Bail
Andhra Pradesh High Court grants bail to three in NDPS case, ruling that failure to inform accused of remand extension violates Article 21. Justice Y Lakshmana Rao's landmark order mandates physical or virtual intimation.
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