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.
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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.
SC: Courts should not set timelines for probe agencies
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.
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.
Sonipat lawyer couple secures 150+ convictions
Meet Yogita and Vineet Dahiya, the lawyer couple from Sonipat serving as Additional Public Prosecutors in Delhi. They have secured over 150 convictions, with 85% under the POCSO Act, turning India's darkest legal files into justice. Read their inspiring s
J&K HC quashes 1979 murder conviction of elderly woman
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.
J&K HC relieves 70-yr-old woman after 46-year case
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.
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train's 180 km/h Trial Successful
Indian Railways' indigenous Vande Bharat Sleeper Train aces final high-speed trial at 180 km/h in Kota. A major step towards launch. Read more about this technical milestone.
CJI: Supreme Court to be accessible 24/7 for emergencies
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announces citizens can seek urgent hearings at night for rights protection. New rules enforce strict timelines for lawyers to ensure equal court time for all litigants.
Delhi gets 16 fast-track courts for terror, organised crime cases
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.
SC Sets Time Limits for Lawyer Arguments to Speed Justice
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.
HC Judges Review Plans for CJI Surya Kant's Hisar Visit
Punjab & Haryana HC judges visited Hisar to review preparations for CJI Justice Surya Kant's visit in Jan 2026, where he will inaugurate new courts and interact with the bar. Read more.
Bondi Beach Mass Shooting: ISIS Training Pics Revealed
Australian police expose meticulous planning behind Bondi Beach Hanukkah shooting. Rare images show gunmen training with bombs & shotguns. 15 dead in Australia's worst mass shooting in decades. Read the full investigation.
CJI to inaugurate new judicial courts in Hisar subdivisions
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant will inaugurate judicial courts in Barwala and Narnaund on January 10. The event, declared a state function, includes laying foundation stones for new complexes and advocate chambers.
Jaipur: ₹1 Crore fines by mobile courts in Nov for traffic rules
Jaipur's mobile courts imposed over ₹1 crore in fines in November, targeting drunk and reckless driving to enhance road safety. Read about the stringent penalties and key cases.
SC: Time-bound probe should be exception, not norm
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.
Delhi HC: 50% Trial Court Staff to Work From Home in Dec
Delhi High Court mandates 50% capacity for trial courts this month, with staff on alternate-day rosters. Order prioritizes women and those with medical issues. Read details.
HC Sets Aside Roorkee Double Murder Convictions
Uttarakhand High Court quashes Piran Kaliyar murder convictions due to serious procedural lapses. Case sent back for fresh trial. Read the full details of the judicial order.
Bomb Threat at Bombay High Court, Mumbai Courts Evacuated
A bomb threat email triggered mass evacuations at Bombay High Court and other Mumbai courts. Police conducted searches, operations resumed. Stay updated on the security situation.
Bombay High Court evacuated following bomb threat email
The Bombay High Court and other courts in Mumbai were evacuated after receiving bomb threats via email. Police deployed bomb detection squads. This is a developing story.
SC Seeks Law for Single Agency to Chase NCR Gangsters
Supreme Court asks Centre to consider a law for a single agency to pursue organised crime syndicates across Delhi NCR, to prevent jurisdictional delays and ensure speedy trials.
NIA to Get Dedicated Courts in Every State & UT
The Centre informs SC that every state and UT will have at least one dedicated NIA court. Delhi to get 16 special courts to expedite terror and organized crime cases.
Bihar to Set Up 100 Fast-Track Courts for Swift Justice
Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary announces 100 new fast-track courts to expedite over 18 lakh pending cases, aiming to provide instant legal relief and reduce burden on the judicial system.
Chhattisgarh CJ: Family Courts Key to Protecting Relationships
Chhattisgarh High Court Chief Justice Ramesh Sinha emphasizes the crucial role of family courts in reuniting families and reducing emotional trauma. Read his full address.
CJI Surya Kant says judiciary 'overcautious' on AI use
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant states the judiciary is being overly cautious in implementing AI. Get the full details on the balance between technology and tradition in India's courts.
SC Raps Maharashtra Over Undertrial Non-Production in Court
Supreme Court expresses shock as an undertrial is not produced for 55 hearings. Probe ordered into systemic gaps, staff shortages due to VIP duties, and flawed prisoner transport.
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