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Justice Mahesh Sonak Appointed Jharkhand HC Chief Justice

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.

J&K High Court quashes dowry FIR, warns against misuse

Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court quashes a dowry cruelty FIR, ruling criminal law cannot be a tool for personal vendetta. Justice Sanjay Parihar delivered the verdict on December 26, 2025. Read the full analysis.

SC Approves Kolhapur as Additional Bombay High Court Bench

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.

HC Questions 'Honourable' Tag for Bureaucrats

Allahabad High Court challenges the use of 'Honourable' for state officials, calling it a diminution of constitutional authorities' status. Principal secretary must file affidavit. Read the full story.

Mahesh Sonak to be Jharkhand High Court Chief Justice

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.

Madras HC Hails New Criminal Laws for Timely Justice

Madras High Court praises Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita laws, emphasizing shift from colonial punitive framework to justice-centric system ensuring accountability and timely investigations. Read more.

How Faulty Evidence Probes Derail Justice in India

Explore how procedural lapses in evidence handling compromise justice delivery in Indian courts. Understand the crucial role of 'benefit of doubt' in common law systems. Read expert analysis on legal reforms needed.

Rakul Preet Singh on Telugu Stars' Special Traits

Rakul Preet Singh shares fascinating insights about Ram Charan, Mahesh Babu, Jr NTR, and Allu Arjun's unique personalities and work ethics. Discover what makes these Telugu superstars special!

Surya Kant becomes CJI, village Petwar celebrates

Justice Surya Kant sworn in as 53rd Chief Justice of India until 2027. Hisar village celebrates with laddoo distribution. Former classmates recall his journey from Petwar to Supreme Court.

Justice Surya Kant sworn in as 53rd CJI of India

Justice Surya Kant, the 53rd Chief Justice of India, begins his nearly 15-month tenure. In an exclusive interview, he shares his journey from farming fields to Supreme Court and outlines his priorities for judiciary reform.

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