Bihar Judge Death Mystery: Nawada District & Sessions Court Shilpi Soni Raj Found Dead at Government Residence

Nawada District and Sessions Judge Shilpi Soni Raj was found dead at her government residence in Bihar, as Principal District and Sessions Judge Shilpee Soniraj tragically passed away under mysterious circumstances, prompting an official investigation today.

“No More Delay”: Allahabad High Court Orders 30-Day Deadline for Kumbh Mela Stampede Compensation

The Allahabad High Court has directed UP authorities to finalise compensation for a man whose wife died in the 2025 Kumbh Mela stampede within 30 days. The Court warned it would “take a serious view of the matter” if its order is not complied with.

Supreme Court Declines Nationwide SOPs for Stampedes, Advises Petitioner to Approach Centre

Today, On 22nd January, Supreme Court has declined to issue nationwide Standard Operating Procedures for stampedes, saying it is not the judiciary’s role. The Court advised the petitioner to approach the Centre, adding that crowd management is best handled by experts and executive authorities.

Terror Into the Hearts and Minds of Public: Bombay HC Denies Bail To Accused in UAPA Murder Case Linked to Nupur Sharma Remarks

The Bombay High Court denied bail to Yusuf Khan, accused in the 2022 murder of Amravati chemist Umesh Kolhe, noting a terrorist gang formed to avenge dishonor to their faith. The case stems from post supporting Nupur Sharma.

Life, Liberty, Dignity and Property Must Be Protected: Calcutta High Court Orders WB Govt to Deploy Central Forces in Beldanga Violence Row

Today, On 20th January, Calcutta High Court has stressed that life, liberty, dignity and property of citizens must be protected amid recurring violence in Beldanga. It directed the West Bengal government to deploy central forces immediately to stabilise law and order there.

Supreme Court Stays Rajasthan High Court Order on Removing Liquor Shops Within 500m of Highways

Today, On The Supreme Court has temporarily stayed the Rajasthan High Court’s order to remove or relocate all liquor shops within 500 meters of National and State Highways. The order affects 1,102 shops, irrespective of their municipal or local jurisdiction.

Rs 25,000 Fine for Nylon Manjha Kite Flying: Bombay High Court Cracks Down on Deadly Thread

The Bombay High Court has ordered a Rs 25,000 fine on anyone caught flying kites using nylon manjha, calling it a serious threat to human life and animals. Vendors selling the banned thread will face a hefty Rs 2.5 lakh penalty, with police officers also being held accountable for enforcement failures.

Stray Dogs Case Should Not End Up Like Aravalli Case”: AM Singhvi Urges Supreme Court To Engage Domain Experts

Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi urged the Supreme Court to involve scientific and technical experts in the stray dogs case, warning against purely legal decision-making. He cautioned that interim judicial orders without domain expertise could lead to irreversible consequences, as seen in the Aravalli Hills matter.

“Completely Removed From Reality”: Supreme Court Pulls Up Sharmila Tagore on Stray Dog Arguments

The Supreme Court strongly criticised arguments made on behalf of Sharmila Tagore against a uniform approach to managing stray dogs, calling them “completely removed from reality.” The Bench rejected examples like dogs living in hospital campuses and warned of serious public health risks, reiterating that stray dog management must follow ABC rules.

“So Many Applications Don’t Even Come in Human Cases”: Supreme Court Flags Flood of Pleas in Stray Dogs Matter

The Supreme Court expressed concern over the unusually high number of interlocutory applications filed in the stray dogs case, noting such volume is rare even in human-related matters. The apex court said all connected pleas will be heard together by a special Bench on Wednesday.