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Lakhimpur Kheri violence case: Supreme Court asks Allahabad High Court to examine charges against trial judge

UP has been directed to appoint a senior public prosecutor for the trial and place the decision on record in two weeks. The alleged disappearance of the site plan relating to the incident from the trial court record was also raised.

The Economic Times 22 Sep 2026 11:42 pm

Village womans SHG turns into Rs 2.2 cr company

The Times of India 22 Sep 2026 11:12 pm

Admin launches survey to regulate e-rickshaw routes

The Times of India 22 Sep 2026 11:07 pm

Fatehpur police bust inter-state burglars gang, 7 held

The Times of India 22 Sep 2026 11:06 pm

Six years after pandemic, Allahabad HC quashes criminal proceedings against accused duo in Nizamuddin Markaz case

The two accused men from Jaunpur were booked under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 along with other charges, including attempt to murder

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 9:33 pm

Lakhimpur Kheri violence case: SC asks Allahabad HC CJ for report on allegations against trial judge

Advocate Prashant Bhushan alleges trial judge withdrew NDPS and SC/ST cases to himself; SC directs Uttar Pradesh to find senior public prosecutor for sessions trial

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:00 pm

My Appeal To The Heritage Conscious People Of Lucknow And India

Lucknow is the city where I was born (though I grew up in Allahabad), so I have a special affinity for it. It too is a kind of Prayag, which, though having only one river, the Gomti, became renowned all over India for being the center of the Ganga-Jamni tehzeeb.

indicanews 22 Sep 2026 6:42 pm

SC seeks report on Lakhimpur Kheri trial judge's conduct

The Supreme Court has requested a report from the Allahabad High Court Chief Justice regarding the conduct of the presiding officer in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case. This follows allegations by an eyewitness's advocate, Prashant Bhushan, that the officer improperly transferred cases, acquitted accused, and issued a non-bailable warrant against his ill client. The apex court also directed the Uttar Pradesh government to appoint an experienced public prosecutor for the trial.

Rediff 22 Sep 2026 4:55 pm

Supreme Court dismisses plea against FAR granted to Great Value Realty's Ekanam project in Noida

The Supreme Court has dismissed a Special Leave Petition challenging additional Floor Area Ratio (FAR) granted to Great Value Realtys Ekanam project in Noida. By upholding the Allahabad High Courts rulingwhich verified that majority homeowner consents were properly obtainedthe apex court finalised the legal dispute. The decision allows Great Value Realty to proceed with developing three 46-storey ultra-luxury towers across 2 million square feet, with an estimated revenue potential of 3,000 crore.

The Economic Times 22 Sep 2026 4:22 pm

Supreme Court seeks Allahabad High Court report on allegations against Lakhimpur Kheri trial judge

The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed the Chief Justice of the Allahabad High Court to examine allegations made by Advocate Prashant Bhushan against the trial judge hearing the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case and submit a report in a sealed cover. A Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi and [] The post Supreme Court seeks Allahabad High Court report on allegations against Lakhimpur Kheri trial judge appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 22 Sep 2026 2:45 pm

Allahabad High Court warns against forcing employees to wear Santa caps, says such instructions may hurt religious sentiments

The Allahabad High Court has warned a workplace against forcing employees to wear Santa Claus red caps, observing that such instructions could hurt the sentiments of people belonging to different faiths and disturb a peaceful and harmonious work environment. Justice Saurabh Srivastava made the observations while partly allowing a petition filed by Vikram Singh alias [] The post Allahabad High Court warns against forcing employees to wear Santa caps, says such instructions may hurt religious sentiments appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 22 Sep 2026 12:54 pm

Doctors cannot evade mandatory government service bond after subsidised PG education: Allahabad HC

The Court held that a mere administrative delay in providing a posting would not extinguish a doctors bond obligation, while faulting how a petitioner was denied counselling

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 12:20 pm

Doctors cannot evade govt service bond after subsidised PG education: HC

The Allahabad High Court has held that doctors who pursue postgraduate medical education at government institutions at subsidised rates cannot evade the mandatory government service bond attached to their admission. A bench of Justice Shekhar B Saraf and Justice Abdhesh Kumar Chaudhary in Lucknow on Monday said the requirement of two years of compulsory government service was intended to ensure the availability of doctors in government hospitals and protect patients' right to life. The court said a mere administrative delay in providing a posting would not, by itself, extinguish the bond obligation. The bench made the observation while hearing a petition filed by Dr Aparupa Sen Gupta, who had completed MD (Transfusion Medicine) from SGPGI, Lucknow. Sen Gupta had contended that since the government did not provide her a posting within three months of completion of her course, her two-year compulsory service bond should be treated as having lapsed. The court rejected the contention,

Business Standard 22 Sep 2026 11:24 am

Employee was terminated in 2000 but served for nearly 30 years; Allahabad HC orders pension & other retirement benefits

A government employee whose appointment was disputed and services were ordered to be terminated in 2000 ultimately remained in service for nearly three decades. The Allahabad HC has now directed the UP government to calculate and release his pension, gratuity and other retirement benefits.

Livemint 22 Sep 2026 11:01 am

Allahabad HC orders probe into caste discrimination at Prayagraj NLU

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The News Mill 22 Sep 2026 8:42 am

NCR boosts safe drinking water measures across stns

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 11:28 pm

UPRTOU former VCs ashes immersed at Sangam

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 11:27 pm

HC orders inquiry over claims of caste-based humiliation in NLU

Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has ordered an independent inquiry against the head of the Department of Law and warden of the boys hostel at Dr Rajendra Prasad National Law University, Prayagraj over allegations of caste-based humiliation and discrimination raised by two students. Justice Vinod Diwakar also directed an independent re-evaluation of the answer sheets Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 21 Sep 2026 10:00 pm

Arya Samaj certificate alone no proof of Hindu marriage: HC

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that an Arya Samaj marriage certificate alone does not prove a valid Hindu marriage unless essential ceremonies under the Hindu Marriage Act are performed. This decision led to the reinstatement of an SSB officer who was dismissed for allegedly falsely declaring his marital status, as the court found no evidence of the required rituals in his disputed marriage.

Rediff 21 Sep 2026 6:58 pm

Allahabad HC orders independent probe into alleged caste-based humiliation of students at NLU Prayagraj

Digital Desk | Prayagraj, Sep 21 (IANS) The Allahabad High Court has directed the constitution of two committees to independently re-evaluate answer sheets and inquire into allegations of caste-based humiliation and discrimination against students at Dr Rajendra Prasad National Law University, Prayagraj. A single-judge Bench of Justice Vinod Diwakar passed the directions while hearing a writ petition filed by a PhD research scholar and a fifth-semester B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) student of the university, who alleged that academic and administrative authority had been used by the Head of the Department of Law and Warden of the Boys' Hostel for caste-based humiliation and retaliation. The High Court directed the Vice-Chancellor to constitute an independent committee to re-evaluate the answer sheets of petitioner no. 2 in subjects taught and evaluated by respondent no. 6 (Dr Deepak Sharma), as well as any other subjects indicated by the student. It further directed that the answer sheets be placed before the committee after masking the identities of the candidate and original evaluator, without disclosing the marks originally awarded. The Committee shall complete the exercise and submit its report to the Vice-Chancellor within one week, the Allahabad High Court ordered, directing that the Vice-Chancellor place the report before it on the next date of hearing. For examining the allegations raised by the petitioners, the High Court asked Archana Singh-I, Judge, Small Cause Court, District Court, Prayagraj, and Arun Kumar Yadava, Special Chief Judicial Magistrate, Prayagraj, to conduct an inquiry and submit a report. The inquiry will examine whether students belonging to the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes were subjected to caste-based humiliation or discrimination by Dr Deepak Sharma or any other person employed by or working for gain in the university, and whether their complaints were dealt with in accordance with applicable regulations. The inquiring officers were authorised to record the statements of the petitioners and other persons, including Dr Sharma, and call for varsity records required for the inquiry. The Registrar of the university was directed to extend full cooperation. The High Court also directed that before recording any adverse conclusion against a person, the inquiring officers must communicate the substance of the allegations and provide a reasonable opportunity to explain. The inquiry report must record the substance of the explanation and any recommendations. It further directed the inquiring officers to take appropriate measures to protect the identities of students who depose before them, in view of the apprehension of retaliation expressed in the complaint filed on August 20. The report shall be submitted in a sealed cover before the next date of hearing, Justice Diwakar ordered. The High Court also directed the Vice-Chancellor to ensure that neither petitioner faces any adverse academic or administrative consequences on account of the proceedings or statements made during the inquiry. Until further orders, Dr Sharma will not be assigned any role in evaluating the answer scripts of petitioner no. 2 or in any disciplinary or hostel-related matter concerning either petitioner. The university was further directed to relieve the assistant professor concerned of all administrative responsibilities until the completion of the inquiries. The High Court also asked the Vice-Chancellor to file an affidavit stating whether the university had constituted an Equal Opportunity Cell and a committee for redressal of grievances of students belonging to the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, as required under applicable University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations. The affidavit must also disclose the composition of these bodies, the action taken on the complaint filed on August 20 and subsequent reminders, and the reasons for the apparent failure to act on the grievance. The Registrar was directed to file a personal affidavit addressing the same aspects. The petitioners had alleged that the university authorities failed to act on the complaint submitted by petitioner no. 2 to the Vice-Chancellor, despite repeated reminders and further complaints. The complaint, as reproduced in the High Court order, alleged that stricter evaluation of answer sheets was linked to the student's caste and referred to remarks allegedly made by Dr Sharma concerning caste and reservation. The student sought independent review or re-evaluation of the Constitutional Law-II and other answer scripts by an impartial evaluator, subject to university rules, while requesting confidentiality over the complaint due to apprehensions of retaliation and adverse consequences in the academic environment. The Allahabad High Court clarified that it had not recorded any finding on the truth of the allegations against Dr Sharma or any other person. The allegations are serious, and for that very reason they require to be examined by an impartial agency after affording a full opportunity of hearing to the person against whom they are made, the order observed. The High Court directed the Vice-Chancellor and Registrar to maintain strict confidentiality concerning the proceedings and disclose information only to persons necessary for compliance with the order. The matter has been posted for fresh hearing on September 24, at 12 noon.

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 5:03 pm

Allahabad HC rejects heirs land plea after 22 years, says state took possession in 1992

The Allahabad high court dismissed a family's land restoration plea filed after twenty-two years. The court found the family had not challenged dispossession within a reasonable time. Proceedings under the Urban Land Ceiling Act were completed in 1992. The family failed to prove possession when the Repeal Act came into force. Unexplained delay meant the plea could not be considered by the court.

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 10:03 am

Traffic police crack whip on irregular parking at markets

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 9:41 pm

NGO celebrates decade of empowering slum youth

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 9:41 pm

56 kids participate in painting competition

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 9:41 pm

16 criminals on police radar in Fatehpur

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 9:41 pm

6 booked for claims HC

Shamli: Uttar Pradesh Police have booked three Muslim journalists, a lawyer, and two social media users for posting misleading and factless posts about the Allahabad High Court reprimanding Shamli Police during the Ayush Malik case proceedings. The High Court on September 16 held that Malik converted by his own choice to Islam and married a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 20 Sep 2026 2:45 pm

Allahabad HC Orders Police Protection For Inter-Faith Same-Sex Couple

Court says lack of marital recognition does not permit anyone to threaten the dignity or physical safety of adult citizens.

Deccan Chronicle 20 Sep 2026 12:32 pm

HC directs UP Police to ensure safety of same-sex live-in couple

Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh Police to ensure the protection of an inter-faith same-sex couple in a live-in relationship, saying the lack of marital recognition does not give anyone the liberty to attack the dignity and physical safety of adult citizens. Justice Gautam Chowdhary said the couple has the freedom Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 20 Sep 2026 12:09 pm

NISHAD Party to stay with NDA in 2027 UP polls: Minister

The Times of India 19 Sep 2026 11:22 pm

Ganga Task Force leads cleanliness drive

The Times of India 19 Sep 2026 11:21 pm

Only 129 selected against 1,343 science teacher posts

The Times of India 19 Sep 2026 11:21 pm

Fame & social media are just maya: Ranveer Allahabadia

The Times of India 19 Sep 2026 11:35 am

SBI debits Rs 19.9 lakh for late spouses loan, freezes salary account despite not part of the debt; High Court orders it to pay widow Rs 20.9 lakh

Allahabad High Court has ordered SBI to refund Rs 19.9 lakh after the bank used a widows fixed deposit to recover her late husbands personal loan. The court also awarded Rs 1 lakh compensation, after finding that the woman was not a party to the loan and SBI had no legal basis to directly debit her account.

The Economic Times 19 Sep 2026 10:19 am

PMC approves land bank, fee hikes, reforms

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 11:36 pm

Lakhpati Didis network expanding fast in Prayagraj dist

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 11:36 pm

7 bike lifters held

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 11:35 pm

2,297 candidates qualify for PCS-2025 interviews

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 11:35 pm

HC adjourns Mathura case hearing till Oct 13

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 11:35 pm

Allahabad HC strict on recording statements of witnesses, directs DGP

Allahabad High Court directed the UP DGP to consider making audio-video recording of witness statements mandatory.Allahabad HC directs DGP to record statements of witnesses (file photo)The Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) to consi...

Kalam Times 18 Sep 2026 10:39 am

Can you still enjoy ST status benefits after conversion? Learn the rules.

The Allahabad High Court clarified that changing religion does not erase tribal identity. Even after converting to Christianity or other religions, one will continue to receive the full benefits of ST reservations under the government.Allahabad High CourtThe Allahabad High Court ha...

Kalam Times 18 Sep 2026 10:29 am

Allahabad HC quashes rape case FIR against Congress MP Rakesh Rathore

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The News Mill 18 Sep 2026 9:17 am

Nine SIs among 44 cops sent to lines for dereliction of duty

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 12:20 am

2 killed, 3 hurt in road accident

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 12:20 am

2 Kaushambi cops sent to lines

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 12:19 am

Durg peddlers held in Prayagraj, Pratapgarh

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 12:15 am

Blood donation camp, Ganga aarti mark PMs birthday

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 12:14 am

Make AV recording of witnesses compulsory: HC to DGP

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 12:08 am

Over 80% voting marks peaceful HCBA polls

The Times of India 17 Sep 2026 11:53 pm

Allahabad HC slams UP govt for misusing Goondas Act, warns of damages

The Allahabad High Court criticised the UP government for misusing the Goondas Act. The court noted the law was used for harassment and warned of damages. It also questioned the use of the NSA against a student activist. Procedural shortcuts and executive overreach are becoming systemic issues. Law enforcement must adhere to constitutional rights and due process.

The Economic Times 17 Sep 2026 11:16 pm

Meghna Gulzar credits Irrfan's performance in 'Talvar' for convincing audience in favour of Aarushi Talwar's parents

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Filmmaker Meghna Gulzar, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film Daayra starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Kareena Kapoor Khan, has credited the late actor Irrfan's powerful performance in 'Talvar' for convincing audience that Aarushi Talwar's parents weren't at fault. The filmmaker spoke with IANS during the promotions of Daayra in the Andheri West area of Mumbai. She said that Irrfan's portrayal of Ashwin Kumar, Joint-Director of CBI in Talvar strongly worked in the favour of the audience empathising with the parents of Aarushi Talwar. The film was based on the 2008 Noida double murder case, the unsolved murders of 13-year-old girl Aarushi Talwar and her house help, Hemraj. The two were killed on the night of 1516 May 2008 at Aarushi's home in Noida, India. When Aarushi's body was discovered in her bedroom on May 16, Hemraj was missing at the time, and was considered the main suspect. The next day, Hemraj's partially decomposed body was discovered on the terrace. Meghna said that the film is purely based on facts, and presents the events as is without taking sides. She told IANS, Irrfan sir's performance has convinced you. But the facts are the facts and the facts are what have been depicted in the film. So, the facts look like they are veering more in favour of the parents, that was the reality. It's just that Irrfan sir as an actor and a performer convinced you a little more. But he convinced you with what? With the facts that he had. And the facts were as they were in life, which is why the Talvar family then got exonerated in the high court. Talvar didn't create that fiction, she added. After ruling out former domestic servants of the family, Aarushi's parents, Dr. Rajesh Talwar and Dr. Nupur Talwar were treated as the prime suspects by the police. The police suspected that Rajesh had murdered the victims after finding them in an objectionable position, or because Rajesh's alleged extra-marital affair had led to his blackmail by Hemraj and a confrontation with Aarushi. The Talwars' family and friends accused the police of framing them in order to cover up the botched-up investigation. The couple was acquitted of all charges by the Allahabad High Court in 2017. On March 8, 2018, the CBI challenged the acquittal in the Supreme Court.

bhaskarlive 17 Sep 2026 8:46 pm

Allahabad High Court asks UP DGP to consider making audio-video recording of witness statements mandatory

The Allahabad High Court has asked the Director General of Police (DGP), Uttar Pradesh, to consider making audio-video recording of witness statements under Section 180 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) mandatory in all criminal cases. Justice Arun Kumar Singh Deshwal made the observation while hearing a bail application in a dowry death case, [] The post Allahabad High Court asks UP DGP to consider making audio-video recording of witness statements mandatory appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 Sep 2026 1:19 pm

Covid Over, But Plague Of Custodial Deaths Continues: Allahabad High Court

Allahabad High Court said the plague of custodial death does not show any sign of abating.

NDTV 17 Sep 2026 7:22 am

Adults free to choose faith, life partner: HC

The Times of India 16 Sep 2026 11:52 pm

10 students test dengue +ve, anti-larvae drive intensified

The Times of India 16 Sep 2026 11:28 pm

Over 11K lawyers to vote in Allahabad HCBA polls today

The Times of India 16 Sep 2026 11:25 pm

Allahabad HC seeks response from Centre, U.P. government on journalist Satyam Vermas NSA detention

Verma says he was not at the site of violence as mentioned in detention order; he points out that Noida workers protest was for minimum wage and did not constitute a threat to public order

The Hindu 16 Sep 2026 10:37 pm