Calcutta HC Directs Wetlands Authority on Fishermen's Plea
Calcutta High Court orders East Kolkata Wetlands Authority to respond in 60 days after fishermen allege illegal wall blocks their fishing grounds for 40+ years. Read the full story.
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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.
Bengaluru Apartment Fines: Rs 3.3L Collected in 3 Months
A Bengaluru apartment association's collection of Rs 3.3 lakh as fines in three months sparks a formal police complaint. Details accessed by DH reveal the scale of the issue. Read the full investigation.
SC stays HC order hiking wife's maintenance from Rs 50k to 3.5L
Supreme Court stays Bombay HC's order enhancing monthly maintenance for a wife from Rs 50,000 to Rs 3.5 lakh. Husband directed to clear arrears. Read the full legal battle details.
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.
HC Transfers Rahul Gandhi Citizenship Case to Lucknow
The Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court has shifted a criminal complaint against Rahul Gandhi from Rae Bareli to Lucknow, citing security concerns of the petitioner. Read the full details.
Republicans defy Speaker, force vote on Obamacare subsidies
In a rare bipartisan move, US House Republicans joined Democrats to force a vote on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies, defying Speaker Mike Johnson. Read the full story.
HC Seeks Report on Missing Deported Worker from Kochi Airport
Kerala High Court directs Cochin Airport to explain the handling of Suraj Lama's deportation. The worker, deported from Kuwait with health issues, went missing after arrival. Read the full story.
Massive Illegal Mining Uncovered in Bhilwara Aravallis
A drone survey reveals systematic illegal mining across 64 hectares near Bhilwara, with 57 lakh tonnes of stone extracted beyond legal limits. Potential penalty nears Rs 256 crore. Read the shocking details.
Vidarbha industries slam 20% power tariff hike despite CM's vow
Vidarbha Industries Association reveals a 20% electricity tariff hike in Maharashtra, contradicting CM Devendra Fadnavis's assurance of stable rates for five years. Industry warns of economic strain.
H-1B Visa Petition Withdrawal Sparks Hope & Debate Online
A Redditor's detailed account of a withdrawn H-1B petition, due to a 'too general' role, ignited a viral discussion. Many online see it as a sign the U.S. visa system is self-correcting. Read the full story.
Patiala Varsity Whistleblower Seeks Probe in Rs 14-Cr Scam
A whistleblower at Punjabi University, Patiala, demands an independent investigation into a Rs 14 crore fake salary scam, alleging a cover-up. Read the full story.
Delhi HC Seeks Stand on Nizamuddin Park Conversion
Delhi High Court asks authorities to respond to a senior citizen's plea against converting a public park into a commercial party lawn. Justice Mini Pushkarna hears the case.
Hyderabad Resident Challenges GHMC Ward Delimitation in HC
Telangana High Court continues hearing a petition against GHMC's ward delimitation in Hyderabad. Resident claims boundaries ignore natural landmarks, causing public inconvenience. Read the full story.
Petition in Lahore HC Against Alleged Fake Police Encounters
A petition filed in the Lahore High Court demands an end to alleged staged police encounters in Punjab, Pakistan. The plea cites recent killings and calls for judicial oversight. Read the full report.
AMC Admits Heritage List Error, HC Directs Swift Action
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation admits an 'inadvertent error' placed a modern high-rise and a family's bungalow on the heritage list. The HC gives 4 weeks to decide on the 96-year-old petitioner's plea for repairs.
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.
J&K HC Lists AAP MLA Malik's Habeas Corpus Plea for Dec 18
Jammu and Kashmir High Court defers AAP MLA Mehraj Malik's habeas corpus petition to Dec 18. Malik detained under PSA seeks Rs 5 crore compensation. Read the latest updates.
MERC Public Hearings on Power Tariffs Start Jan 2
Maharashtra's power regulator MERC will hold public hearings in six cities, including Nagpur, in Jan 2026 on MSEDCL's tariff review petition. Submit your objections by Dec 27.
Petition in Lahore HC Alleges Sikh Pilgrim Visa Violation
A petition filed in the Lahore High Court alleges visa rule violations by Sikh pilgrim Sarabjit Kaur, raising concerns over cross-border religious travel protocols. Read the full details.
HC Criticises Authorities After Deported Man Goes Missing
Kerala High Court questions protocols after Suraj Lama, deported from Kuwait, goes missing from Kochi hospital. Court demands answers from state and central governments.
Nagpur HC: Loudspeakers not essential for religious practice
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court, citing Supreme Court, rules loudspeaker use is not essential for religion. Petition by Gondia mosque dismissed. Details on noise pollution laws inside.
SC Stops Bareilly Demolition, Grants 7-Day Relief
Supreme Court pauses demolition of Aiwan-e-Farhat marriage hall in Bareilly, granting owners 7-day relief. Case now moves to Allahabad HC. Details on the legal battle and allegations inside.
HC fines petitioner ₹25k for challenging Soro vehicle tender
Orissa High Court dismisses a writ petition challenging a vehicle-hiring tender in Soro, imposes a ₹25,000 fine. The court found no evidence of manipulation. Read the full details.
Punjab Panchayat Election Police Conduct Challenged in HC
A petition filed in Punjab & Haryana High Court alleges police interference in panchayat elections. The court seeks government response by July 18. Read the full details.
NGT Contempt Petition Filed for Buddha Dariya Pollution
Ludhiana's Public Action Committee files contempt petition against MC & officials for violating NGT order, risking floods and health crises. Read the full report.
SC Petition Against ECI's Assam Electoral Roll Revision
A petition in Supreme Court challenges ECI's decision for Special Revision in Assam, not SIR, citing illegal immigration concerns. Read the full details and implications for upcoming elections.
SC Orders 5 Posts Reserved for Women in Nagpur HC Bar Polls
Supreme Court intervenes, reserving 5 key posts for women in Nagpur HC Bar Association elections. The move ensures fair representation days before the December 12 vote. Read more.
NHRC plea over Nabarangpur school hostel injury
A plea filed with NHRC alleges negligence after a boarder's injury at a Nabarangpur government school hostel. Details on the case and the district's response.
Deported Bengaluru man found dead in Kochi after two months
The decomposed body of Suraj Lama, a 59-year-old deported from Kuwait, was found near Kochi. His son alleges systemic failure by authorities. Read the full story.
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