Mahesh S. Sonak sworn in as Jharkhand Chief Justice
Former Bombay HC judge Justice Mahesh Sharadchandra Sonak officially assumes office as the 17th Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court in Ranchi ceremony. Read about his career and the event.
Former Bombay HC judge Justice Mahesh Sharadchandra Sonak officially assumes office as the 17th Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court in Ranchi ceremony. Read about his career and the event.
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.
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.
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 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.
Jharkhand High Court rejects bail for suspended IAS officer Vinay Choubey in a land scam case. Meanwhile, Nagaland Police launches recruitment and Ranchi schools host drug awareness events.
Jharkhand High Court denies bail to suspended IAS officer Vinay Choubey, accused in Hazaribag land sale and liquor scam cases. He remains in custody since May 2023. Read the full details.
Jharkhand ACB registers FIR over RIMS land encroachment in Ranchi following High Court orders. Probe launched to identify officials involved in converting govt land to private property. Read details.
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.
Jharkhand DGP Tadasha Mishra commended the Jharkhand Armed Police-1 battalion for its crucial role in fighting extremism. She also addressed accommodation issues and inaugurated the Anand Mela fair.
Justice Mahesh Sharadchandra Sonak, a Bombay High Court judge, has been appointed as the new Chief Justice of the Jharkhand High Court. He will assume charge on January 8, 2024, following the retirement of Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan.
A Jharkhand court acquitted drug case accused after police claimed rats ate 200 kg of seized ganja. The bizarre incident raises serious questions about evidence handling. Read the full story.
As Jharkhand bids farewell to 2025, we recap its landmark year: PESA Rules approval, national awards in arts & sports, infrastructural boosts, and global recognitions that made the state proud. Discover the 25 key milestones.
The Supreme Court has approved the Bombay High Court's notification to establish Kolhapur as an additional bench. This move aims to enhance judicial access for Maharashtra's western region. Read more about this landmark decision.
Jharkhand's 2025 health overhaul: 100 new MBBS seats approved, RIMS second campus, 6 new medical colleges & state's first medical university planned. Read about the major push to fix healthcare infrastructure.
Lawyers at Rajasthan High Court in Jodhpor staged massive protests after Acting Chief Justice scheduled hearings on a day traditionally boycotted for 48 years. They demand a permanent CJ.
Jharkhand High Court imposes Rs 1 lakh costs on state officials for filing a review petition to stall court proceedings. The court said the state is not an 'ordinary litigant'.
Bombay HC Judge Justice Mahesh Sonak recommended for elevation as Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court by SC Collegium. Learn about his career and background.
Supreme Court collegium approves Justice Mahesh Sharadchandra Sonak of Bombay HC as the next Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court. He will succeed Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan, who retires on January 8, 2025.
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren granted bail by special MP/MLA court in Ranchi for alleged non-compliance with ED summonses. Next hearing set for December 12. Details inside.
Jharkhand High Court directs ED to respond to CM Hemant Soren's plea against MP-MLA court summons. Next hearing on Dec 18. Read the latest legal developments.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has agreed to discuss the demand for a circuit high court bench in Mangaluru with the Karnataka Chief Justice. Lawyers' delegation met CM to push for swift justice in coastal region.
Jharkhand High Court grants relief to CM Hemant Soren, allowing representation by counsel in ED's land scam case. Details on the legal battle and court orders here.
Jharkhand High Court Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad instructs District Legal Services Authorities to identify and provide shelter to homeless women, widows, and children as temperatures drop to 7.8°C in Gumla.
Celebrate Jharkhand Foundation Day 2025 with heartfelt wishes and messages. Discover the history, significance, and how to honor this special state holiday.
Tragic accident in Jharkhand's Kanke Dam as car plunges into waters. Three confirmed dead, one missing. Rescue operations continue amid growing concerns about road safety.
Pushkar Mahato reveals Jharkhand statehood activists still fighting for proper recognition and dignity 25 years after formation. Read their untold struggle story.
Jharkhand High Court delivers 32 out of 61 overdue judgments after Supreme Court intervention. Remaining verdicts expected within a month. Read the latest updates.
As Jharkhand celebrates its silver jubilee, explore the century-long struggle for autonomy that shaped India's youngest states. Discover the untold stories of resilience and cultural identity.
Jharkhand celebrates 25 years with massive healthcare growth: 9 medical colleges, 1155 MBBS seats, and advanced treatments now available statewide. Discover the remarkable journey!