J&K High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's undertrial plea
Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court dismisses Mehbooba Mufti's petition on undertrial transfers, calling it politically motivated. Read the full details and court's strong observations.
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Madras HC Directs TN to Monitor Women, Child Safety Laws
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu govt & commissions to monitor enforcement of laws protecting women & children. Details on PIL, SOP, and court's crucial observations inside.
Uttarakhand HC bans stone crusher in Nainital fruit belt
Uttarakhand High Court imposes a ban on a stone crusher in Papri village, citing violation of norms in a protected fruit belt. The next hearing is on Feb 26, 2026. Read the full details.
HC disposes PIL on Hyderabad airport land encroachment
Telangana High Court directs petitioner to submit fresh representation with evidence on alleged encroachment of 97.6 acres of airport land in Rangareddy district. The court gives four weeks to file details.
Bombay HC Rejects PIL for Probe Against Pawars in Lavasa
Bombay High Court dismisses PIL seeking CBI probe against Sharad Pawar, Supriya Sule, and Ajit Pawar over Lavasa project permissions. Court cites lack of evidence and delay in filing. Read the full details.
Madras HC Protects Tuticorin School Playground from Construction
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu authorities to preserve a school playground in Tuticorin, ensuring it remains solely for educational use. The state assured no construction on the playground for a proposed ITI. Read the full story.
Jharkhand HC Bans Open Sale of Meat, Chicken
Jharkhand High Court directs state to enforce central food safety regulations, banning open sale of meat. Next hearing on February 27, 2026. Read for details.
Bombay HC Questions Liquor Policy for Sunburn Festival
The Bombay High Court has raised serious concerns over the Maharashtra government's decision to allow liquor at the Sunburn Festival in Mumbai, questioning the safety of thousands of attendees.
HC halts cutting of 371 trees in Bengaluru railway colony
Karnataka High Court issues interim order protecting 371 trees in Bengaluru's Cantonment Railway Station colony after a PIL challenges the move. Next hearing on February 13, 2026.
Karnataka HC Stresses Public Interest in Politics
Karnataka High Court makes a key observation on public interest in politics. The court heard a plea regarding AYUSH centres in hospitals. Read the details and implications.
Nagpur HC seeks reply on 204 villages without crematoriums
Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench demands Zilla Parishad's response by Dec 22 on 204 villages lacking crematorium facilities, forcing open-air last rites. Read the full story.
HC Criticizes Karnataka Govt's Janaushadhi Closure Order
Karnataka High Court questions the state government's decision to shut down Janaushadhi stores, stating the order lacks material and harms public interest. Read the full details.
HC Takes Over Acid Sale PIL as Suo Motu Case
Allahabad High Court converts 2014 PIL on acid sale regulation into suo motu proceeding after petitioner's withdrawal, appoints amicus curiae to ensure justice.
HC fines Telangana govt Rs 5k per delayed affidavit in land case
Telangana High Court imposes Rs 5,000 cost for each delayed counter-affidavit by the state in a Kondapur land dispute. Final deadline set for Jan 9, 2026. Read the full details.
HC Orders Removal of Encroachments from Ranchi Water Bodies
Jharkhand High Court directs the state government to clear encroachments from water bodies in Ranchi, expressing dissatisfaction with current progress. Read the full story.
Delhi HC Seeks 24x7 Traffic Signals for Night Safety
Delhi High Court asks authorities to consider round-the-clock traffic signals for late-night gig workers. Committee to review PIL plea within 2 months. Read for details.
HC Directs Kolhapur Civic Bodies to File Road Work Reports
Bombay HC's Kolhapur bench mandates regular compliance reports from KMC & ZP on road construction. First report due Dec 11. Details on quality, timeline, and public disturbance.
Madras HC Orders TN Govt to Stop Use of Children for Begging
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu government to formulate steps against child begging, probing if kids are trafficked or drugged. Read the full story.
Court fines petitioner Rs 1 lakh in Khargone dog assault PIL
The Indore bench of MP High Court dismissed a PIL on a police assault case over a missing dog, imposing a Rs 1 lakh fine for 'ulterior motives'. Read the full details of the court's order.
HC's 72-hr ultimatum to clear RIMS encroachments
Jharkhand High Court orders Ranchi administration to remove all encroachments from RIMS within 72 hours. Failure may lead to contempt charges. Next hearing on Dec 11.
HC Seeks Report on 'Open Drug Sale' Graffiti in Bathinda
Punjab & Haryana High Court takes suo motu cognizance of graffiti announcing open drug sale in Maur Kalan village. Court seeks report from Punjab Chief Secretary, treats case as PIL. Details inside.
HC Seeks Proof on Valmiki 'Dacoit' Claim in TV Show
Punjab and Haryana High Court questions petitioner over historical basis for PIL against Aaj Tak's Valmiki portrayal. Court asks: 'What is the history?' Read the details.
HC to Punjab DCs: Impose prohibitory orders only in urgent cases
Punjab & Haryana High Court directs deputy commissioners to strictly follow Section 163 BNSS, use prohibitory powers only for urgent nuisance or danger. Read the full court order details.
Indore BRTS Removal: HC Sets 15-Day Deadline for IMC
MP High Court directs Indore Municipal Corporation to complete removal of one side of BRTS corridor within 15 days. A lawyers' committee will monitor progress. Details inside.
HC Orders Report on Roorkee Road Encroachment in 2 Weeks
Uttarakhand High Court directs Haridwar DM to submit a detailed action report on removing encroachments from a rural road in Nathukhedi, Roorkee, within two weeks. The next hearing is scheduled for July 15, 2024.
Madras HC Reserves Order on Political Rally SOP
Madras High Court concludes hearings on uniform SOP for political gatherings in Tamil Nadu. Court suggests separate procedures for religious festivals. Final decision reserved.
Nagpur Tree Protection PILs Merged by Bombay High Court
Nagpur Bench combines two environmental PILs addressing tree felling and concrete suffocation. Joint hearing in two weeks aims to strengthen urban green cover protection. Read the full story.
J&K&L HC dismisses frivolous PIL as 'figment of imagination'
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court dismisses PIL alleging police-drug mafia links, calling it 'grossly misconceived' and noting petitioner's mental health concerns. Read the full details.
SC Won't Monitor All Hate Speech, Points to Existing Laws
India's Supreme Court refuses to legislate or monitor every hate speech incident, directing petitioners to approach high courts and local authorities first. Key hearing set for December 9.
HC Sets 2-Month Deadline for Food Safety Action
Punjab & Haryana High Court directs governments to address food safety violations. RTI data shows 80% samples unsafe in Punjab, 30% in Haryana. Read about the court's intervention.
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