The court expressed strong displeasure over the delay and stated that HYDRA Commissioner Ranganath repeatedly sought additional time instead of responding as directed. Judges observed that government officials must respect court orders and avoid unnecessary delays in legal proceedings.

During the hearing, the High Court criticized the practice of seeking repeated extensions and stressed the importance of accountability from senior officials holding responsible positions.

The court also directed Ranganath to immediately deposit the ₹50,000 penalty amount into the Chief Justice Relief Fund. The ruling has become a major talking point among bureaucrats and government departments.

Ranganath has been in the spotlight for HYDRA’s efforts to protect lakes and remove illegal constructions across Hyderabad. However, this latest court order has shifted attention to his handling of legal matters before the judiciary.

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A bench led by Justice B.V. Nagarathna and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan refused to interfere with the conviction of the accused. The Supreme Court on dowry harassment said society must stop treating brides and their families with disrespect.

The case involved a woman who died by suicide within three years of her marriage in 2010. Prosecutors said her husband and in-laws repeatedly demanded cash and a car as dowry. Both the trial court and the Chhattisgarh High Court found the accused guilty.

Justice Nagarathna asked, “Why do boys marry girls and then insult them and their families?” The court stressed that such behavior has no place in society. The judges also highlighted the financial and emotional pressure faced by many brides and their parents.

The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal and upheld the convictions, sending a strong message against dowry harassment across the country.

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A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was filed in the Supreme Court. The petitioner said the group used court observations in a wrong way. The complaint also said the content spread confusion on social media.

The petitioner claimed that some people linked to the group acted like advocates without permission. He asked for a full investigation into these claims.

During the hearing, the Chief Justice made a brief remark. He said the matter should be seen within legal limits and not in an emotional way.

The case now raises questions about free speech, online satire, and respect for the judiciary.

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The contempt proceedings arose after the woman failed to comply with a divorce settlement. Under the agreement, she had promised to transfer certain properties to her two daughters through gift deeds. In exchange, her former husband was to provide her a new flat and increase her monthly maintenance.

Her ex-husband filed a petition claiming she had not fulfilled the property transfer as agreed. Instead, she held a press conference and publicly criticised two judges who had earlier handled the case. She also issued a signed press release repeating these accusations.

The bench expressed serious concern over her conduct. The judges reminded her that disputes over court orders must be addressed legally, not through media statements. They emphasized that public accusations against judges are not acceptable and cannot replace proper legal procedures.

As a consequence, the court ordered that she must stand in the courtroom until it adjourns for the day. The bench noted that this measure was non-punitive and accounted for her gender, aiming to correct behaviour without resorting to harsher punishments.

The case demonstrates how courts can use creative, non-custodial methods in contempt proceedings when a litigant disregards orders and makes public allegations. Her lawyer stated that she has agreed to apologise unconditionally and cooperate to complete the property transfer.

This unusual order has drawn attention across the legal community and the public, highlighting the seriousness with which courts treat contempt and the importance of following judicial directives.

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Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, ministers, senior bureaucrats, and judges of the Patna High Court attended the event. The ceremony marked the official beginning of Justice Sahu’s tenure as the 47th Chief Justice of the court.

Justice Sahu was earlier serving as a judge of the Orissa High Court. The Supreme Court Collegium recommended his name for the post, and the Central Government approved the appointment recently.

Born on June 5, 1964, Justice Sahu has decades of legal experience. He began his career as an advocate and later earned recognition for his work as a High Court judge. Legal experts believe his experience will help improve the efficiency of the judiciary in Bihar.

After the oath ceremony, a welcome program was also held at the Patna High Court. Judges, lawyers, and court staff greeted the new Chief Justice and expressed confidence in his leadership.

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The Tamil Nadu government raised security concerns over lighting the Deepam at the hilltop stone pillar. Officials argued that the location near the dargah required strict control. They warned that unrestricted access could create safety challenges during the ritual.

The division bench allowed the Karthigai Deepam to be lit at the hilltop pillar. The court directed temple authorities to conduct the ritual. It also ordered safeguards, restricted public access, and protection of monuments under the Archaeological Survey of India.

The court disposed of all related petitions and appeals. It instructed the district administration to ensure public safety and maintain order. Authorities must coordinate security arrangements during the event. The ruling balances religious rights with law-and-order responsibilities.

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Earlier, on December 17, a single-judge bench of Justice Biswajit Basu had cancelled the appointments. The court held that the teachers were recruited illegally in GTA-run schools across Darjeeling, Kurseong, and Kalimpong.

Challenging that decision, the GTA moved the division bench comprising Justice Tapabrata Chakraborty and Justice Biswaroop Chowdhury. The matter was heard at the Jalpaiguri Circuit Bench.

While granting the stay, the division bench noted that the single-judge order did not adequately consider key circumstances. The court observed that many teachers had served for long periods. It also noted that regular recruitment remained stalled for years due to prolonged political unrest in the hill regions.

The case stems from allegations that appointments were made without official notifications and outside established recruitment procedures. Earlier, the single-judge bench had ordered a CBI investigation into the matter.

That probe order was later modified after the Supreme Court ruled that the state CID would conduct the investigation instead. The main case on alleged irregular appointments remains pending before the High Court.

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The judgment came after a taxpayer challenged show-cause notices issued under the Tripura Value Added Tax (TVAT) Act, which had ceased to operate following the rollout of GST in 2017. Despite the law being repealed, authorities initiated proceedings almost nine years later, leading the court to call the move “arbitrary and unsustainable.”

The bench noted that deposits taken at the time of registration under the VAT regime were meant for compliance under a law that no longer exists. Therefore, the State cannot hold them indefinitely. Once the VAT system was replaced by GST, those deposits rightly belong to the taxpayers, the court said, directing the authorities to return the money without delay.

The ruling reinforces earlier legal interpretations from the Supreme Court, which has repeatedly clarified that states cannot amend, revive, or use VAT powers after GST came into effect. Any tax action must derive authority from a valid, existing statute—not one that has been abolished.

Legal experts say the Tripura judgment strengthens taxpayer rights and prevents misuse of outdated laws for revenue recovery. It also provides relief to businesses that still had deposits stuck under the old VAT system.

With this order, taxpayers in Tripura can now seek a refund of their VAT-era deposits and challenge any delayed or revival-based notices issued without lawful authority.

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The wife approached the Superintendent of Police (SP) in Chhatarpur after previous complaints in Tikamgarh went unaddressed.

Under the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act, 2019, triple talaq—whether oral, written, or electronic—is illegal and punishable by up to 3 years in prison. This incident highlights ongoing enforcement challenges despite the law.

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Rabri Devi asked the Principal District Judge of Rouse Avenue Court to move her cases away from Judge Vishal Gogne. She said she worries that the current judge supports the prosecution. She also said that recent orders increased her doubt about getting a fair hearing.

Four cases connected to Lalu Yadav, Rabri Devi, and Tejashwi Yadav are going on in the same court. Charges were framed in October. Rabri Devi stated that these decisions strengthened her fear of bias. She asked for a transfer so another judge could review the matter with full fairness.

Her lawyer, Maninder Singh, informed the court that the plea needs quick hearing. The IRCTC case accuses Lalu Yadav’s family of taking land in return for railway posts. The Enforcement Directorate is also investigating related land-for-job deals.

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