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.
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SC Takes Suo Motu Note on Aravalli Destruction
The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the alarming destruction of the Aravalli range. This critical move aims to enforce environmental protection laws and hold authorities accountable. Read the full story.
AAP Leaders Face FIR Over Santa Claus Skit on Pollution
Delhi Police registers FIR against AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj, Sanjeev Jha & Adil Ahmad Khan for allegedly hurting Christian sentiments with a political skit featuring Santa Claus. BJP calls it objectionable. Details inside.
Kolkata Police FIR Against Protesting BLOs
Kolkata Police registers suo motu case against BLOs for protest at Bengal election commission. DC Indira Mukherjee confirms charges. BLOs cite harassment, work pressure. Read full details.
HC summons BMC, MPCB chiefs over Mumbai air pollution
Bombay High Court directs BMC and MPCB chiefs to appear personally after a panel finds serious non-compliance at 36 sites, including bullet train and Metro projects. Read the full report.
SC Takes Suo Motu Cognisance of Uttarakhand Forest Land Grabbing
Supreme Court slams Uttarakhand government for inaction on forest land encroachment. The court has initiated suo motu proceedings to protect vital green cover. Read the full story.
Terrorists Storm House in Udhampur, Demand Food
Terrorists targeted a villager's house in Jammu & Kashmir's Udhampur district, forcing him to provide food before fleeing. Security forces have launched a massive combing operation in the forest belt.
Security forces launch search in Udhampur after terrorist sighting
Security forces launch a massive search operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur after terrorists took food from a village house. The combing op follows a recent deadly encounter in Majalta. Read the latest updates.
HC Seeks Shimla Traffic Solution Report by March 19
Himachal Pradesh High Court directs Chief Secretary for detailed affidavit on Shimla's traffic decongestion progress. Next hearing set for March 19. Read the latest.
HC Rejects TN Police Claim on Orderly System Abolition
Madras High Court rejects Tamil Nadu police's claim of no orderlies, takes suo motu note of TOI report. Directs Chief Secretary, Home Secretary to explain by Jan 7. Details inside.
Karnataka Bans Social Boycott, 3-Year Jail Possible
Karnataka assembly unanimously passes bill criminalising caste-based social boycott. New law allows police to act suo motu, with offenders facing up to 3 years jail. Read the full story.
Nagpur HC Slams Admin for Evicting Protesters in Cold
Nagpur High Court expressed anger as authorities failed to provide shelters to Winter Session protesters despite orders, forcing evictions. Read the full story.
Bengaluru Apartment Body in Dock for Rs 3L Fines
A Bengaluru apartment association is under police scrutiny for allegedly collecting Rs 3 lakh in fines for drug abuse and sexual harassment. An FIR was filed suo motu on December 16. 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.
Bengaluru Apartment Body in Dock for Rs 3L Fines
A Bengaluru apartment association faces police action for allegedly collecting Rs 3 lakh in fines from residents. An FIR was filed suo motu based on a whistleblower's petition.
Two Arrested in Noida Over Viral Road Brawl, Women Assaulted
Two men arrested in Noida's Barola after a viral video showed women being assaulted during a road brawl. Police take suo motu action. Read for details.
Karnataka HC Adopts Calcutta HC's Child Custody Guidelines
Karnataka High Court mandates applying Calcutta HC's child custody guidelines in all cases. This move aims to ensure child welfare and consistency in sensitive legal battles.
Chandigarh Bar Boycott Continues Over Lawyer Assault Case
Chandigarh lawyers continue court boycott as Punjab & Haryana High Court takes suo motu notice of police inaction in an advocate's assault case. FIR finally registered after judicial intervention.
SC gives Govt 6 more weeks on disabled cadets' rehab
The Supreme Court has allowed the Centre six more weeks to finalize its response on rehabilitating officer cadets disabled during training. The bench expects 'sufficient progress' by Jan 28, 2026.
HC Questions Delay in FIR After Advocate Assault by Police
Punjab & Haryana High Court demands affidavit from Punjab DGP over delayed FIR in alleged assault of advocate by Haryana Police. Lawyers protest, abstain from work. Details inside.
Goa HC flags illegal structures after fatal nightclub fire
Following the tragic Arpora nightclub fire that claimed 25 lives, the Goa High Court has registered a suo motu PIL to address illegal structures and accountability. Read the full story.
Bombay HC Launches Suo Motu PIL After Arpora Nightclub Fire
Bombay High Court registers suo motu PIL after 25 die in Arpora fire, probing illegal commercial structures in Goa. Court demands accountability and corrective measures from state authorities.
Chhattisgarh HC displeased with state over road hooliganism
Chhattisgarh High Court reprimands state for ineffective handling of traffic violations by affluent. Court cites Bilaspur stunt, BMO's highway birthday. Demands strict action. Read more.
NCW to Issue Notice in Jalandhar Teen's Assault, Murder Case
The National Commission for Women will take suo motu cognizance of the sexual assault and murder of a 16-year-old girl in Jalandhar. The NCW seeks a detailed action taken report from the Punjab DGP within 3 days.
Nagpur HC Acts on Noise Pollution, Flags Govt Inaction
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court takes suo motu cognisance of rampant noise pollution, calling it a public health threat. It directs PIL registration to probe enforcement failures.
Bombay HC Acts on Nagpur's Dangerous Air Pollution Levels
Nagpur's air quality plummets, prompting Bombay High Court to initiate suo motu PIL. AQI levels exceeded Mumbai and Pune, signaling a public health emergency. Read the full story.
Mangaluru Police Case Against 13 Accounts for Hate Posts
Mangaluru police register a suo motu case against 13 social media accounts for sharing threatening and provocative content. Read the full details of the investigation and the accounts involved.
Ex-minister booked for remarks on Lord Ram in Karnataka
Karnataka police file suo motu case against former minister and writer for criticizing Lord Ram, Lakshmana, and Ravana at symposium. Latest developments on the controversy.
Nagpur Lake Flooding: HC Steps In After 15 Years
Bombay High Court initiates suo motu proceedings after Sonegaon Lake flooding leaves Nagpur residents battling knee-deep water for 15 years. Court appoints amicus curiae for immediate relief.
Karnataka child rights panel acts on newborn death
Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights registers suo motu case after newborn's death in Haveri. Commission demands thorough investigation and legal action against responsible medical staff.
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