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.
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Court Staff End Boycott After Meeting Chief Justice
Delhi court staff called off a Lok Adalat boycott after a suicide blamed on work pressure. They met the Chief Justice, demanding aid for the family, reduced workload, and promotions. Read the full story.
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.
Kerala HC Farewell to Chief Justice Nitin Jamdar
The Kerala High Court held a full court reference to honour retiring Chief Justice Nitin Jamdar. Justice Jamdar praised the court's progressive legacy in gender justice and civil liberties. Read more about his distinguished career.
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.
Himachal HC Clears 90 Cases Despite Judge Shortage
The Himachal Pradesh High Court disposed of nearly 90 cases in 2025's first quarter despite a significant shortage of judges. Read about the court's efficiency and ongoing challenges.
HC imposes Rs 30k cost on petitioner for frivolous plea
Punjab & Haryana High Court dismisses a contempt petition, imposes Rs 30,000 costs, citing abuse of process. Justice Sharma warns against frivolous litigation clogging courts. Read the full order details.
Noida Lynching Case Hearing Advanced Amid Transfer Plea
The hearing in the 2015 Mohammad Akhlaq lynching case in Noida has been advanced by 15 days. This follows a transfer application filed by the accused, citing politicization of the case. Read the latest court developments.
Noida Lynching Case Hearing Advanced by 15 Days
The Noida sessions court has advanced the hearing in the 2015 Mohammad Akhlaq lynching case by 15 days. The move follows a transfer application filed by the accused, citing politicization. Read the latest courtroom developments.
Bomb Hoax Targets HP High Court, Punjab Courts
Himachal Pradesh High Court and district courts in Punjab's Ferozepur and Moga were evacuated after bomb threat emails. This is the fourth such hoax targeting the Shimla court since 2024. Read details.
HP High Court Warns Officials Over AIMSS Shimla Delays
Himachal Pradesh High Court demands action on basic facilities at Atal Institute, Shimla. Officials face personal summons. Read about the court's directives on roads, parking & more.
GHCBA Hunger Strike Protests Court Move to North Guwahati
Lawyers of Gauhati High Court Bar Association begin a 3-day hunger strike against shifting court to North Guwahati. 86% members oppose the move in referendum. Read details.
Bomb Threat Emails Evacuate Odisha Courts, Search On
Court proceedings in Cuttack and Sambalpur were halted for hours after bomb threat emails. Evacuation protocols were activated, but no suspicious objects were found. Read the full story.
Azamgarh Court Sentences Mafia to 3 Years in Jail
Azamgarh court sentences state-level mafia Akhand Pratap Singh to 3 years rigorous imprisonment and Rs 7,000 fine for contempt of court. Read the full details of the case and his criminal history.
GHCBA boycotts new High Court complex ceremony in Assam
The Gauhati High Court Bar Association announces boycott of foundation stone-laying ceremony for new complex in North Guwahati, citing accessibility concerns. Read details on the ongoing dispute.
Justice Jai Krishna Upadhyay sworn in at Allahabad HC
Justice Jai Krishna Upadhyay, former Additional Govt Advocate, sworn in as Allahabad High Court judge by CJ Arun Bhansali. The court's strength now stands at 110. Read the full story.
Madras HC Bans Book, Starts Contempt Proceedings
Madras High Court prohibits a Tamil book with abusive content against a sitting judge. Suo motu contempt initiated against the publisher. Get the full story.
Bombay HC Judge: Silence a Crime When Duty to Speak
Justice M S Sonak, in his Bombay HC farewell, urged the bar to be guardians of the bench. He takes charge as Jharkhand HC Chief Justice. Read his powerful message.
Madras HC stops 'abusive' book, starts contempt case
Madras High Court orders police to seize copies of a book deemed derogatory to Justice GR Swaminathan, initiating suo motu contempt against the publisher. Hearing on Jan 28.
Tripura HC orders woman to stand in courtroom in contempt case
Tripura High Court orders a woman to stand until court adjourns for contempt over breach of divorce terms and public allegations against judges. Details of the case and the court's ruling inside.
Bomb threat hoax evacuates Karnataka High Court in Dharwad
A bomb threat email caused panic and evacuation at Karnataka's Dharwad High Court and district courts in Mysuru, Gadag & Bagalkot. Security was heightened, proceedings halted. Read details.
Bomb Threat at Dharwad High Court Bench, Courts Evacuated
Bomb threat emails triggered panic and a full evacuation at the Karnataka High Court bench in Dharwad and district courts in Gadag and Bagalkot on January 6, 2026, suspending all proceedings.
Bomb Threat at Dharwad High Court, Courts Evacuated
Bomb threat emails triggered panic and a full evacuation at Dharwad High Court and district courts in Gadag & Bagalkot on Jan 6, 2026, suspending all proceedings. Read for details.
JNU seeks FIR for slogans against PM Modi, Amit Shah
JNU administration writes to Delhi Police, alleging students raised inflammatory slogans in contempt of Supreme Court. Get the full details on the developing campus controversy.
Nagpur HC bans parking, boosts security as city deemed sensitive
Nagpur's Bombay High Court bench enforces a total vehicle parking ban and ramps up security following a 'highly sensitive' terror threat classification. Read about the new measures and reactions.
HC Contempt Proceedings Against SSA Director for Ignoring Orders
Andhra Pradesh High Court initiates suo motu contempt against SSA Project Director for failing to implement court orders regarding PGT teachers' job security and pay. Details inside.
Uttarakhand HC Questions Officials Over Salary Recovery
Uttarakhand High Court questions forest officials for not halting recovery of Rs 10-12 lakh from 1500+ employees. Justice Maithani hears contempt petitions. Read the full story.
HC Seeks State Reply in Ashtamudi Wetland Contempt Case
Kerala High Court demands state government's explanation for failing to form Ashtamudi wetland management committee. A contempt hearing is set for Tuesday. #Conservation #Kerala
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