Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu mandates weekly hearings for land partition cases and sets a March 31 deadline for corrections. Aiming for transparency, he orders a comprehensive land data compilation.
Kolkata's state-run schools started the new academic session with a manpower crisis as teachers are away on BLO and SIR duties. Discover how schools are coping and the impact on syllabus coverage.
The Supreme Court of India convenes vacation benches, including one led by CJI Surya Kant, during the winter break—a historic first. Discover the urgent cases heard.
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.
Special Summary Revision hearings in West Bengal face disruptions as EC bars booth-level agents. TMC protests lead to halts in Chinsurah, Midnapore; EC officer's vehicle attacked in Mograhat. Details inside.
Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal leads to tragic deaths of elderly voters and distress among pregnant women. EC clarifies home visit rules. Read the full report.
Special roll observer C Murugan's vehicle attacked in Mograhat. SIR hearings in Chinsurah & Midnapore disrupted over BLA exclusion. EC seeks report. Details inside.
Hearings for Block Land Assistants in West Bengal's Hooghly district were suspended after TMC MLA protested the exclusion of BLAs from his constituency. The incident highlights political interference in administrative processes.
The Supreme Court examines the Aravalli definition today, a move that could impact 90% of the range. Meanwhile, IndiGo slashes 130 daily flights. Also: SIR hearings paused in Bengal, Sanskrit revival in Pakistan.
Special Intensive Revision hearings for voter lists commence in Bengal's Matua heartland. Thousands, many lacking documents, queue up amid fears of exclusion and uncertain citizenship status under CAA.
The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the Aravalli deforestation case. A bench led by CJI Chandrachud will hear the matter on Monday, December 30, 2024. Read for details.
Voters in Kolkata faced significant language barriers and long waiting times during the first day of electoral hearings. Issues included poor Bengali communication by officials and inadequate facilities at some venues. Read more about the challenges faced
The Supreme Court acquits a man in a 2013 rape case, citing a 'sixth sense' that the parties could reconcile. The bench emphasized the need for nuance in consent cases. Read the full legal analysis.
Special Summary Revision hearings begin in West Bengal to verify 3.2 lakh unlisted voters. Process aims to ensure electoral integrity ahead of crucial polls. Follow the developments.
The Supreme Court has clarified that a driving licence becomes invalid the day after its expiry if not renewed. Know the legal implications and renewal process to avoid penalties.
TMC demands online electoral roll hearings for vulnerable groups, reveals 9 voters wrongly listed as dead. CEO promises enquiry. Read the full story.
The Election Commission of India initiates Special Summary Revision hearings for 32 lakh unlisted West Bengal voters from December 27. A crucial step for electoral integrity ahead of polls.
Supreme Court reprimands Uttarakhand govt for failing to clear forest land encroachments. Bench demands immediate action plan and status report within 3 weeks.
West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision begins hearings for 32 lakh unlisted voters on December 27. Officials will address logical discrepancies in later phases. Get the full details.
CJI Surya Kant instructs Supreme Court Registry to carefully examine urgent cases for appropriate listing. Special vacation benches are currently operational for immediate hearings. Read the full details.
Odisha's School & Mass Education Dept launches weekly public grievance hearings every Monday in Bhubaneswar, led by Commissioner N Thirumala Naik, for timely resolution of school-related issues.
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.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced that one or two Supreme Court benches may sit on December 22 to hear urgent cases. The registry will verify the urgency before listing. Read for details.
Supreme Court regularises BDS degrees for 2016-17 Rajasthan students admitted with NEET percentile relaxation, but imposes ₹10 crore fines on erring colleges and mandates pro-bono service from students.
The Election Commission of India begins Special Intensive Revision hearings in West Bengal from December 23. Get details on new rules, mandatory physical appearance, and state-wide schedule.
Supreme Court's sharp remarks in stray dogs case as scheduled hearing before a special bench is cancelled. Kapil Sibal informs bench. Details inside.
West Bengal's voter list hearings face delay as EC yet to finalize training schedule for officers. Over 32 lakh unmapped voters to be called. Details inside.
The Supreme Court directs the Centre and SCBA to propose security measures after a shoe was hurled at CJI Chandrachud. Read the latest updates on judicial security.
West Bengal CEO announces 1.36 crore voters summoned for SIR hearings after draft roll release. State completes exercise within deadline. Details inside.
Supreme Court increases compensation to Rs 8.65 lakh for parents of a 14-year-old killed in a road accident, citing 'pain and suffering'. Read the full legal analysis.