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.
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SC Rejects Bail for Khalid, Imam in UAPA Case
Supreme Court denies bail to Umar Khalid & Sharjeel Imam in Delhi riots case, citing 'hierarchy of culpability'. Five co-accused granted bail. Read the detailed analysis of the court's reasoning on stringent UAPA bail conditions.
SC Blasts Uttarakhand Over 23-Year Delay on Forest Encroachment
Supreme Court holds Uttarakhand's entire executive accountable for systematic forest land grabbing since 2000. State given two weeks to file detailed affidavit. Read the full story.
SC denies bail to Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam in riots case
Supreme Court rejects bail for Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case, while granting relief to five others. Details inside.
Supreme Court Signs MoU with Bhutan for Law Clerk Exchange
India's Supreme Court partners with Bhutan's apex court for a landmark law clerk exchange program. CJI Surya Kant announces full financial support for Bhutanese clerks. Read more.
India, Bhutan Supreme Courts Sign MoU for Law Clerk Exchange
The Supreme Court of India and the Supreme Court of Bhutan sign a landmark MoU for exchanging law clerks and judicial knowledge, strengthening bilateral legal ties. Read more about this historic judicial partnership.
Man Dies of Cardiac Arrest in Karnataka Court Witness Box
A 50-year-old man collapsed and died from a cardiac arrest while giving testimony in a Karnataka court. The tragic incident occurred in Tumakuru district.
Gaines at Supreme Court for Key Women's Sports Cases
Former swimmer Riley Gaines will attend Supreme Court hearings on West Virginia and Idaho laws restricting transgender athletes in women's sports. The rulings could shape the future of female athletics in the US.
Himachal CM Sukhu Directs Speedy Disposal of Land Cases
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.
HC Criticizes Trial Court's Haste, Rejects Summons Order
Allahabad High Court rebukes Meerut sessions court for not waiting for Supreme Court order copy. Justice Shailendra quashes summons in 2020 double murder case, emphasizing judicial patience. Read the full judgment details.
Kolkata Schools' New Session Hit by Teacher Shortage
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.
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.
SC Vacation Benches Sit During Winter Break for First Time
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.
SC Vacation Benches Sit During Winter Break for First Time
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.
EC-TMC Standoff Halts Bengal SIR Hearings, Officer Attacked
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.
3 Deaths, Distress as Bengal SIR Hearings Grip Elderly Voters
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.
EC Observer's Vehicle Attacked in Bengal Amid SIR Protests
Special roll observer C Murugan's vehicle attacked in Mograhat. SIR hearings in Chinsurah & Midnapore disrupted over BLA exclusion. EC seeks report. Details inside.
TMC MLA Protest Halts Hooghly BLAs Hearings
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.
SC Hears Aravalli Case; IndiGo Cuts 130 Daily Flights
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.
Matua Voter Roll Hearings Spark Citizenship Fears
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.
SC Takes Suo Motu Cognisance of Aravalli Case
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.
Language Hurdles, Long Queues Mar Kolkata Voter Hearings
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
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.
SC Overturns Rape Conviction, Cites 'Sixth Sense' for Mediation
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.
Bengal SIR Hearings Start for 3.2 Lakh Unmapped Voters
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.
SC: Driving Licence Invalid Immediately After Expiry
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 to EC: Ease Voter Burden with Online Hearings
TMC demands online electoral roll hearings for vulnerable groups, reveals 9 voters wrongly listed as dead. CEO promises enquiry. Read the full story.
32 Lakh Unmapped Bengal Voters in SIR Hearings from Dec 27
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.
SC Criticizes Uttarakhand for Forest Land Encroachment
Supreme Court reprimands Uttarakhand govt for failing to clear forest land encroachments. Bench demands immediate action plan and status report within 3 weeks.
32 Lakh Unmapped Voters in Bengal SIR Hearings from Dec 27
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.
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