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Process On To Impeach Justice Varma, Govt Awaiting Probe Panel Report: Kiren Rijiju

New Delhi, Jan 27: The process to impeach Allahabad High Court judge Yashwant Varma is underway and the government is awaiting the report of a three-member committee set up by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to probe charges against him, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said on Tuesday. Birla set up the committee on August 12 last year to probe corruption charges against Justice Varma after admitting a multi-party notice for his removal. Justice Varma was repatriated from the Delhi [] The post Process On To Impeach Justice Varma, Govt Awaiting Probe Panel Report: Kiren Rijiju appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Jan 2026 5:01 pm

Supreme Court dismisses plea challenging VIP darshan policy at Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain

The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to entertain a writ petition questioning the legality and constitutionality of the practice of preferential or VIP darshan at the Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, holding that the issue fell beyond the domain of judicial adjudication and squarely within the administrative discretion of the competent authorities managing the religious [] The post Supreme Court dismisses plea challenging VIP darshan policy at Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 27 Jan 2026 2:03 pm

Petition filed in Supreme Court challenges validity of UGCs caste discrimination framework

A writ petition has been instituted before the Supreme Court assailing the constitutional validity of Regulation 3(c) of the University Grants Commission (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions) Regulations, 2026, contending that the impugned provision adopts an impermissibly exclusionary conception of caste-based discrimination. Regulation 3(c), as notified, restricts the definition of caste-based discrimination to [] The post Petition filed in Supreme Court challenges validity of UGCs caste discrimination framework appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 27 Jan 2026 12:32 pm

Supreme Court rejects Jiostar plea challenging CCI probe into abuse of dominance in Kerala TV broadcasting market

The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to interfere with an order of the Kerala High Court that permitted the Competition Commission of India (CCI) to proceed with an investigation into allegations of abuse of dominant position in the Kerala television broadcasting market by Jiostar Private Limited. The challenge before the Apex Court arose from a [] The post Supreme Court rejects Jiostar plea challenging CCI probe into abuse of dominance in Kerala TV broadcasting market appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 27 Jan 2026 11:41 am

Thiruparankundram Deepam controversy: Justice GR Swaminathan breaks silence over impeachment notice

Amid the continuing legal and political controversy surrounding the Thiruparankundram Deepam dispute, Justice G.R. Swaminathan of the Madras High Court has, for the first time, publicly alluded to the impeachment notice moved against him by Members of Parliament belonging to the I.N.D.I.A. bloc. The remarks were made during a public function in Chennai, marking a [] The post Thiruparankundram Deepam controversy: Justice GR Swaminathan breaks silence over impeachment notice appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 27 Jan 2026 11:06 am

Justice Swaminathan says public duties need Sanatana Dharma in heart

Justice GR Swaminathan of the Madras High Court on Saturday, January 24, emphasized that Sanatana Dharma should remain in the heart while carrying out public responsibilities. He stated that professional expertise alone does not fully define a persons role or character in public service. Speaking at a programme organised by the Dhara Foundation in Chennai, 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 27 Jan 2026 10:18 am

Federal judge dismisses Justice Department lawsuit seeking Oregon's voter rolls

A federal judge in Oregon has dismissed a Justice Department lawsuit seeking Oregon's unredacted voter rolls

ABC News 27 Jan 2026 9:19 am

Chief Justice Dhiraj Calls Constitution A Guide To Democracy

The chief justice hoisted the national flag to mark the 77th Republic Day celebrations in the high court premises on Monday.

Deccan Chronicle 27 Jan 2026 2:12 am

Cybercrime and thecrisis of global governance

Indiawillstruggletoretainits much-cherishedinstitutionalautonomyin global governanceunless it buildstechnicalcapacities to engage on severallevels all at once

The Hindu 27 Jan 2026 12:36 am

Indias Lawyers Are Entrusted With Justice But Denied Dignity

Despite being lawmakers and rights defenders, advocates work without safety nets, infrastructure or policy attention Adv Suhail Gaznavi Lawyers constitute one of the most vital yet paradoxically vulnerable sections of society. Entrusted with the constitutional responsibility of safeguarding rights and ensuring access to justice, advocates form the backbone of the justice delivery system. Yet, despite []

Kashmir Reader 27 Jan 2026 12:05 am

Maharashtra Guv hosts R-Day reception; HC Chief Justice, CM Fadnavis attend

The programme concluded with a patriotic song performance by playback singer Jagat Varma, which added a cultural and celebratory touch to the Republic Day event

Mid Day 26 Jan 2026 11:23 pm

Constitution guiding force for democracy, judiciary, says Andhra Pradesh High Court Chief Justice

Justice Thakur highlights judiciarys role in social change, urges citizens to preserve Indias social fabric on 77th Republic Day

The Hindu 26 Jan 2026 6:30 pm

Restorative justice shows results under new Criminal Code: Ministry

Deputy Minister of Law Edward Omar Sjarief Hiariej said the concept of restorative justice adopted under ...

Antara News 26 Jan 2026 3:55 pm

Madras High Court Chief Justice unfurls the tricolour

He also distributed certificates of appreciation to 51 High Court employees who had completed 25 years of service

The Hindu 26 Jan 2026 12:59 pm

Tirupati: Instagram acquaintance turns crime; student booked for rape

Hyderabad: A 21-year-old BTech student from Badvel in YSR Kadapa district has been booked for allegedly sexually assaulting a 19-year-old woman at a homestay in Tirupati. According to police, the accused, identified as Veera Yashwanth, was studying engineering in Chittoor and had become acquainted with the victim, a beautician from Tirupati Rural Mandal, through Instagram. 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 26 Jan 2026 9:01 am

Interview: Justice Muralidhar on weak CJIs, Ayodhya verdict and more

Hyderabad:Outspoken, upright and a firm defender of citizens constitutional rights. In the legal circles, Justice S Muralidhars name evokes both respect and admiration in equal measure. Perhaps thats why his panel discussion at the Hyderabad Literary Fest on Sunday, January 25, was a full house. As a judge in the Delhi High Court, he came 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 26 Jan 2026 8:00 am

Goa nightclub fire case: Club generated Rs 22 cr as proceeds of crime, says ED

The federal probe agency conducted raids in Goa, Delhi, and Haryana on January 23 against Birch by Romeo Lane club and its promoters, including brothers Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra

Mid Day 26 Jan 2026 7:21 am

SC unsure where it stands on key issues, says Justice Muralidhar at HLF

Hyderabad:The Aravallis judgement and its rollback shows that the Supreme Court is unsure about where it stands on certain issues, Justice S Muralidhar said in Hyderabad on Sunday, January 25, drawing on what he said were immense disagreements within benches. The Supreme Court is polyvocal, with multiple benches sometimes taking different positions, the former Orissa 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 26 Jan 2026 6:56 am

ED suspects Birchs Rs 22 cr revenue to be proceeds of crime

Panaji: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Sunday said entities operating the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub generated Rs 22 crore in revenue over the last two financial years, which it suspects to be proceeds of crime under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). According to the agency, the nightclub at Arpora earned approximately Rs []

The Navhind Times 26 Jan 2026 1:57 am

Raima Sen wishes her lifelong partner in crime Riyaa Senn on 45th birthday

As her younger sister Riyaa Senn turned 45 on Saturday, her elder sister and actress Raima penned a birthday note for her life long partner in crime. Raima took to Instagram, where she shared a picture of her along with Riyaa

Mid Day 25 Jan 2026 7:45 pm

All About British FBI As UK Plans New Police Service To Tackle Terror, Fraud, Other Crimes

NPS will take responsibility for counter-terrorism, fraud and organised crime investigations.

News18 25 Jan 2026 7:15 pm

Love, Jealousy And Crime: Andhra Woman Injects Ex-Lover's Wife With HIV, Held

According to police, the main accused, B Boya Vasundhara, was unable to accept that her ex-lover had married another woman.

News18 25 Jan 2026 6:09 pm

Justice a living institution that must balance continuity with change: CJI Surya Kant

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated justice is a living institution. He emphasized balancing continuity with change. Law must not resist transformation or embrace novelty without thought. Legal systems are inherited from centuries of struggle. Justice must remain faithful in a changing world. Technology can assist but not replace human judgment. Innovation must serve justice, not master it.

The Economic Times 25 Jan 2026 6:08 pm

Dream Job Turns Nightmare: Hyderabad Youth Trapped In Thailand Cybercrime Racket

The offer promised work for eight to ten hours a day at a modern call centre, and a monthly salary of nearly Rs 1 lakh.

News18 25 Jan 2026 5:27 pm

'Had a history of drug-related crimes': Dilraj Singh Gill shot dead in Canada, gang rivalry suspected

A 28-year-old Vancouver man with known gang links, Dilraj Singh Gill, was fatally shot in Burnaby on Thursday evening. Investigators believe this is part of B.C.'s escalating gang conflict, with a torched vehicle found nearby linked to the killing. Gill had a history of drug-related convictions and alleged ties to a group in conflict with the Brothers Keepers gang.

The Times of India 25 Jan 2026 11:56 am

Noida techie death: Father seeks justice for negligence

Meanwhile, on Thursday, two persons have been arrested by the Noida Police following the case of 27-year-old techie Yuvraj Mehta, who lost his life after his car broke through a waterlogged pit near a public road in Sector-150, officials said on Thursday

Mid Day 25 Jan 2026 10:05 am

R-Day parade: MHA tableau to showcase transition to faster, tech-driven justice system

NEW DELHI, Jan 24: The Union home ministry will showcase the countrys boldest criminal law overhaul in a century, adopting a faster, tech-driven and citizen-centric justice system, in its tableau on 77th Republic Day parade, according to an official statement issued Saturday. The tableau will be themed on the three new laws the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in 2024, replacing British-era Indian Penal [] The post R-Day parade: MHA tableau to showcase transition to faster, tech-driven justice system appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 25 Jan 2026 4:29 am

Justice Delayed Is Not Only Justice Denied But Justice Destroyed': CJI Surya Kant

CJI Surya Kant urged High Courts to be more proactive and remain alert to systemic failures in the rule of law.

News18 24 Jan 2026 11:42 pm

77th R-Day parade: MHA tableau to showcase Indias new criminal laws, tech-driven justice reforms

In a vibrant display at the Republic Day parade, the Union Home Ministry will unveil a captivating tableau that symbolizes the transformation of India's justice system. Say goodbye to outdated colonial laws; the spotlight will be on the innovative Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakhsya Adhiniyam.

The Times of India 24 Jan 2026 9:35 pm

Jammu Crime Branch Files 17 Firs In Cases Of Fraud, Official Position Misuse

Jammu, Jan 24: The Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch Jammu has registered 17 FIRs in multiple cases of fraud, cheating, impersonation, forgery and misuse of official positions by government officials, the agency said on Saturday. The FIRs were registered after preliminary verification by officials following written complaints, the crime branch of Jammu and Kashmir Police said in a statement here. The complaints pertain to a wide range of fraudulent activities including irregular issuance of Permanent Resident Certificates (PRCs), bank [] The post Jammu Crime Branch Files 17 Firs In Cases Of Fraud, Official Position Misuse appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 24 Jan 2026 8:13 pm

If we lose our credibility, nothing will be left of the judiciary: Justice Ujjal Bhuyan

By the very nature of things, the Centre can have no say in the transfer and posting of judges, the Supreme Court judge says, addressing a law college gathering in Pune

The Hindu 24 Jan 2026 6:06 pm

Modernity, and Living in Sin

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has recently ruled that a woman in a live-in relationship ought to be granted the status of wife for the purpose of legal protection. While well-intended, this ruling may have widespread negative repercussions The post Modernity, and Living in Sin appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 24 Jan 2026 4:33 pm

On Vande Bharat, the Uniform ChangedCorruption Didnt

A ready-to-eat upma, an unbilled Rs 300, and a smiling waiter expose the limits of reform on Indias most hyped trainwhere optics race ahead of accountability, and symbolism trumps substance The post On Vande Bharat, the Uniform ChangedCorruption Didnt appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 24 Jan 2026 4:30 pm

The Invisible Impact of Photo-tourism and the Urgent Need to Regulate Light Pollution: A Curious Case study of Galaxy Frogs

The disappearance of this rare species, a tiny, star-speckled amphibian endemic to the Western Ghats, serves as a powerful reminder that artificial light can threaten even the most elusive forms of wildlife The post The Invisible Impact of Photo-tourism and the Urgent Need to Regulate Light Pollution: A Curious Case study of Galaxy Frogs appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 24 Jan 2026 4:22 pm

A Missed Checkbox Cannot Cancel a Childs Future

The apex court reasserts that the right to education is a constitutional guaranteenot a digital hurdle that punishes poverty The post A Missed Checkbox Cannot Cancel a Childs Future appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 24 Jan 2026 4:19 pm

Caste Behind Bars

How an investigative report forced the Supreme Court to confront entrenched caste discrimination in Indias prisonsand why change remains elusive The post Caste Behind Bars appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 24 Jan 2026 4:16 pm

When A Nation Fractures, The World Shifts

By Inderjit Badhwar This weeks cover story confronts a reality many policymakers would rather avoid: Iran is no longer merely unstableit is approaching a point of irreversible political rupture. What we are witnessing is not a transient wave of unrest, nor a familiar cycle of protest and repression. It is the unravelling of a social [] The post When A Nation Fractures, The World Shifts appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 24 Jan 2026 4:08 pm

Iran At The Brink

What began as an economic revolt is fast turning into a revolutionary rupturereshaping West Asia, global power equations, and Indias strategic calculus The post Iran At The Brink appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 24 Jan 2026 4:05 pm

Murder Of Justice: Transfer Of 2nd Chief Judicial Magistrate In 48 Hours Sparks Uproar In Sambhal

The larger controversy surrounds the transfer of former CJM Vibhanshu Sudhir, whose name figured prominently in the list of 14 judicial transfers issued by the Allahabad High Court

News18 24 Jan 2026 4:00 pm

Ontario Crime: Man found dead in Kitchener home, suspect in custody as cops intensify probe; what do we know so far

A man was discovered deceased inside a Kitchener home following a reported stabbing on Friday, January 23, 2026. Waterloo Regional Police are investigating the incident as a homicide and have taken a man into custody. As the investigation continues, there will be an increased police presence in the Garden Path Place area.

The Economic Times 24 Jan 2026 2:41 pm

Madras High Court strikes down Tamil Nadu directive on student profiling

The Madras High Court has set aside a directive issued by the Tamil Nadu Education Department mandating the collection of sensitive personal and socio-cultural data from students enrolled in government-run model schools, holding the exercise to be constitutionally impermissible and violative of informational privacy. The Division Bench of Justice G Jayachandran and Justice KK Ramakrishnan [] The post Madras High Court strikes down Tamil Nadu directive on student profiling appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 24 Jan 2026 1:30 pm

POCSO Victims Nearly Double In 7 Years As Sexual Offences Against Kids Rise Faster Than Overall Crime

The data also shows that girls accounted for over 99 per cent of the rape victims among children below the age of 18 years

News18 24 Jan 2026 12:14 pm

Cyberabad police solves 14 cybercrime cases, nabs 23 in one week

Hyderabad: The Cyberabad cybercrime unit solved 14 cases and arrested 23 suspects from several states in a special operation from January 16-22. According to Cyberabad police, there were six cases of trading fraud in which 11 people were arrested. These were followed by three cases of digital arrest in which five accused were held; there 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 24 Jan 2026 8:40 am

Swift Justice in West Sikkim: Four Nabbed at Legship Following Brutal Dentam Murder

Dentam, 23 Jan : In a significant breakthrough regarding the recent homicide case in Dentam, The post Swift Justice in West Sikkim: Four Nabbed at Legship Following Brutal Dentam Murder appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 24 Jan 2026 7:38 am

Book of the Day: Firekeepers Daughter A heart-racing crime thriller by Angeline Boulley

Firekeepers Daughter by Angeline Boulley stands out as a modern classic of young adult literature, a gripping crime thriller that transcends genre with its emotional resonance, cultural richness and vividly drawn protagonist.

The Economic Times 23 Jan 2026 5:23 pm

DMK Now CMC Government - Corruption, Mafia, Crime: PM Modi In Tamil Nadu

Setting the stage for a high-stakes battle for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a large gathering at Maduranthakam near Chennai and declared that the countdown for the DMK's exit has begun.

NDTV 23 Jan 2026 4:58 pm

Karnataka High Court lifts bike taxi ban, holds motorcycles qualify as transport vehicles under MVA

The Karnataka High Court on Friday restored the legality of bike taxi operations in the state, observing that motorcycles deployed for bike taxi services squarely fell within the definition of transport vehicle under Section 2(47) of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, when used for carriage of passengers for hire or reward. The Division Bench of [] The post Karnataka High Court lifts bike taxi ban, holds motorcycles qualify as transport vehicles under MVA appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 23 Jan 2026 2:32 pm

Supreme Court issues notice on plea seeking daily lamp lighting and ASI control of Thirupparankundram hill

The Supreme Court has issued notice on a petition filed by the Hindu Dharma Parishad seeking directions for daily lighting of a traditional lamp at the Thirupparankundram Hill in Tamil Nadu and for handing over the site to the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). A Bench comprising Justices Aravind Kumar and Vipul M. Pancholi sought [] The post Supreme Court issues notice on plea seeking daily lamp lighting and ASI control of Thirupparankundram hill appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 23 Jan 2026 2:25 pm

Ministers son surrenders after Bombay High Court questions police inaction in rioting case

Vikas Bharat Gogawale, the son of Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Bharat Gogawale, surrendered to the police in connection with a rioting case from Mahad in Raigad district, following sharp observations made by the Bombay High Court on the delay in his arrest. The matter relates to violence that erupted on December 2 during the Mahad Municipal [] The post Ministers son surrenders after Bombay High Court questions police inaction in rioting case appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 23 Jan 2026 2:16 pm

Supreme Court raps Registry for listing petitions from same order before different benches

The Supreme Court has expressed serious concern over an administrative lapse by its Registry after petitions challenging the same impugned order were listed before different benches of the Court. The issue arose during the hearing of a petition stemming from an Allahabad High Court order. A Bench comprising Justices Rajesh Bindal and Atul S. Chandurkar [] The post Supreme Court raps Registry for listing petitions from same order before different benches appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 23 Jan 2026 12:09 pm

Bombay High Court grants bail to Sagar Gorkhe and Ramesh Gaichor in Bhima Koregaon Case

The Bombay High Court has granted bail to Sagar Gorkhe and Ramesh Gaichor, who were arrested in connection with the Bhima KoregaonElgar Parishad case, noting the prolonged period of incarceration they have already undergone. The order was passed by a division bench while hearing bail applications filed by the two accused, who were charged under [] The post Bombay High Court grants bail to Sagar Gorkhe and Ramesh Gaichor in Bhima Koregaon Case appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 23 Jan 2026 11:25 am

Cheekatilo movie review: Sobhita Dhulipala anchors a crime drama that occasionally thrills

Sharan Kopishettys Telugu film works more as a compelling social commentary than an edge-of-the-seat whodunnit

The Hindu 23 Jan 2026 9:42 am

ICE Deems Being In Privacy Of Own Home Obstruction Of Justice

WASHINGTONWarning that any attempt to spend time inside a personal residence constituted hostile interference with federal operations, Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials announced Thursday that being in the privacy of ones own home would now be deemed an obstruction of justice. When an individual enters their residence, conceals themselves behind a closed door, and attempts [] The post ICE Deems Being In Privacy Of Own Home Obstruction Of Justice appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 23 Jan 2026 2:03 am

FIR Must Be Issued at Crime Scene Only: Sajjanar to SHOs

Sajjanar categorically that in cases of accidents, unnatural deaths, and thefts, the FIR must be registered on the spot or at the hospital

Deccan Chronicle 22 Jan 2026 6:27 pm

Still Hopeful of Justice From ICC: Bangladesh Refuse to Budge on T20 WC

Scotland is next in line based on team rankings for the tournament starting February 7

Deccan Chronicle 22 Jan 2026 5:55 pm

We Wont Play In India But Still Hopeful Of Justice From ICC: Bangladesh Refuse To Budge On T20WC

Dhaka, Jan 22: A defiant Bangladesh on Thursday refused to send its national cricket team for next months T20 World Cup in India after the ICC rejected its demand for a change of venue, effectively paving the way for Scotland to take the countrys place. Bangladesh had been served an ultimatum by the world body on Wednesday to either agree to travel to India or risk being replaced as there was no credible threat to the safety of their players, [] The post We Wont Play In India But Still Hopeful Of Justice From ICC: Bangladesh Refuse To Budge On T20WC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 22 Jan 2026 5:30 pm

Supreme Court dismisses plea seeking to bar use of Indian Cricket Team name

The Supreme Court has rejected a petition that sought to restrain the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) from using the name Indian cricket team, holding that the plea was devoid of merit and amounted to a misuse of judicial time. The matter was heard by a Bench comprising Chief Justice of India [] The post Supreme Court dismisses plea seeking to bar use of Indian Cricket Team name appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 22 Jan 2026 3:34 pm

Supreme Court refuses to set guidelines for crowd management at rallies

The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to lay down guidelines for crowd management at political rallies and large public congregations across the country, holding that such matters predominantly fell within the executive and administrative domain and were best addressed by subject-matter experts and law enforcement authorities rather than through judicial mandates. The Bench of Chief [] The post Supreme Court refuses to set guidelines for crowd management at rallies appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 22 Jan 2026 3:25 pm

Delhi Excise Policy case: Court acquits Arvind Kejriwal in cases pertaining to skipping ED summons

A Delhi court on Thursday acquitted former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in two complaint cases instituted by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED), alleging wilful non-compliance with summons issued during the agencys investigation into the Delhi Excise Policy matter. Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Paras Dalal of the Rouse Avenue Courts refused to proceed against Kejriwal [] The post Delhi Excise Policy case: Court acquits Arvind Kejriwal in cases pertaining to skipping ED summons appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 22 Jan 2026 3:20 pm

'Saw my father ablaze, awaited justice': Sajjan Kumar's acquittal shatters kin of '84 riot victims

Families of 1984 anti-Sikh riot victims voiced anguish after former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar's acquittal in a Delhi court. Despite this, Kumar remains imprisoned for other convictions. Decades of grief persist for those who lost loved ones. They vow to continue their pursuit of justice through further appeals, highlighting the enduring pain and the long wait for closure.

The Economic Times 22 Jan 2026 2:46 pm

'She Fought Until She Couldn't: Death Came Before Justice for Kuki Rape Survivor

The 21-year-old died following protracted uterine problems and trauma, her family told The Quint.

The Quint 22 Jan 2026 2:09 pm

Supreme Court asks States to frame police, media-briefing policies with PUCL manual as guide

The Supreme Court has directed all States and Union Territories to formulate clear policies regulating media briefings by police authorities, taking guidance from the Media Manual prepared by the Peoples Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL). A Bench comprising Justices M.M. Sundresh and N. Kotiswar Singh observed that the absence of uniform norms governing police interaction [] The post Supreme Court asks States to frame police, media-briefing policies with PUCL manual as guide appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 22 Jan 2026 11:47 am

Delhi Police data show crime rate fell across categories in 2025

Cases of murder, robbery, snatching declined consistently since 2022, according to the Delhi polices annual crime report; offences such as attempt to murder, extortion remain higher than 2023 figures

The Hindu 22 Jan 2026 1:33 am

Lowering the age of juvenility for crimes is a step back

The Private Members Bill has the potential to reshape Indias juvenile justice framework, with implications for fairness and rehabilitation

The Hindu 22 Jan 2026 12:08 am

Justice league: Citizens turn crime fighters, felicitated

The Times of India 21 Jan 2026 11:57 pm

O' Romeo Trailer: Shahid Kapoor And Triptii Dimri's Action-Packed Crime Drama

Vishal Bhardwaj's latest film starring Shahid Kapoor will release during Valentines Week 2026

The Quint 21 Jan 2026 7:12 pm

Aur Kitna Sukhaoge: Chief Justice On Chandigarh's Sukhna Lake Drying

Aur kitna sukhaoge Sukhna lake ko, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant remarked on Wednesday while expressing concern over the drying up of Chandigarh's iconic lake as a result of collusion between builder mafias and bureaucrats.

NDTV 21 Jan 2026 4:31 pm

The Golden Hour In Cyber Crime: How Fast Must You Report To Recover Lost Money

Nowadays, banks have their own AI surveillance systems. People cannot immediately transfer huge amounts into multiple accounts. They need time to split the money and move it.

News18 21 Jan 2026 4:13 pm

Aur Kitna Sukhaoge: Chief Justice Surya Kant On Drying Of Chandigarh Lake

Aur kitna sukhaoge Sukhna lake ko, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant remarked on Wednesday while expressing concern over the drying up of Chandigarh's iconic lake as a result of collusion between builder mafias and bureaucrats.

NDTV 21 Jan 2026 3:51 pm

A true crime documentary on violence against women in Telangana

Silent Screams: The Lost Girls of Telangana, which presents three cases from the heartland of the State, will be screened at the Hyderabad Literary Festival 2026

The Hindu 21 Jan 2026 3:40 pm

Supreme Court orders immediate measures to tackle air pollution in Delhi-NCR

The Supreme Court on Wednesday signalled a decisive move from deliberation to enforcement, underscoring the urgent need for immediate implementation of long-term structural interventions to combat the worsening air pollution crisis in the National Capital Region (NCR). The Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice Vipul Pancholi examined a [] The post Supreme Court orders immediate measures to tackle air pollution in Delhi-NCR appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Jan 2026 3:05 pm

Retta Thala release on OTT: Where to watch the Tamil crime thriller. Check streaming details, plot and cast

Arun Vijays Tamil action crime-thriller Retta Thala has made its OTT debut after a modest theatrical run. Released in cinemas on December 25, 2025, the film is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Featuring Arun Vijay in dual roles, the story follows Kaali, a man from Pondicherry who dreams of wealth and respect, and his encounter with his powerful lookalike that changes his life.

The Economic Times 21 Jan 2026 2:59 pm

Supreme Court slams misuse of Article32 for petitions filed despite pending High Court cases

The Supreme Court of India has expressed concern over the misuse of Article32 of the Constitution, warning that petitioners are approaching the apex court even when similar matters are already pending in High Courts. A Bench comprising Justices B.V. Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan noted that Article32 is being invoked for everything, often bypassing the judicial [] The post Supreme Court slams misuse of Article32 for petitions filed despite pending High Court cases appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Jan 2026 1:58 pm

Surajgarh Arson case: Supreme Court flags trial delay in Surendra Gadling bail plea

The Supreme Court on Wednesday examined a bail petition filed by human rights lawyer Surendra Gadling in connection with the 2016 Surajgarh mine arson case, expressing prima facie concern over prolonged stagnation of the trial and signalling judicial intervention to arrest further procedural inertia. The Bench of Justice JK Maheshwari and Justice Vijay Bishnoi took [] The post Surajgarh Arson case: Supreme Court flags trial delay in Surendra Gadling bail plea appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Jan 2026 1:40 pm

Delhi High Court orders audit of staff vacancies and workload following Court employees suicide

The Delhi High Court has ordered a comprehensive review of staff vacancies and workload distribution across courts in the capital following the suicide of a court employee, who reportedly took the extreme step due to excessive work pressure. The Court took note of the incident on the administrative side and stressed the need to address [] The post Delhi High Court orders audit of staff vacancies and workload following Court employees suicide appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Jan 2026 1:33 pm

Rani Kapur moves Delhi High Court alleging fraudulent creation of family trust to divert her assets

The Delhi High Court is examining a civil suit filed by Rani Kapur, widow of industrialist Sona Group founder Surinder Kapur, who has alleged that a family trust was unlawfully created to take control of her assets. She has claimed that the trust was formed through deceptive means and without her consent, resulting in the [] The post Rani Kapur moves Delhi High Court alleging fraudulent creation of family trust to divert her assets appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Jan 2026 1:18 pm

Delhi High Court dismisses PIL seeking ban on Bangladeshs participation in International Cricket

The Delhi High Court has dismissed a public interest petition that called for banning Bangladesh from participating in international cricket, describing the plea as wholly misconceived. The Division Bench observed that the petition lacked any legal basis and did not warrant the Courts intervention. The plea, filed by a law student, urged the Court to [] The post Delhi High Court dismisses PIL seeking ban on Bangladeshs participation in International Cricket appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Jan 2026 1:06 pm

Bombay High Court criticises litigants for blaming lawyers for delays without taking action

The Bombay High Court has cautioned litigants against routinely attributing delays in legal proceedings to their lawyers without taking any concrete steps against them. The Court made these observations while declining to condone a delay of over 200 days in filing a first appeal. Justice Jitendra Jain noted that it has become common for parties [] The post Bombay High Court criticises litigants for blaming lawyers for delays without taking action appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 21 Jan 2026 12:52 pm