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The Andhra Pradesh High Court has released hall tickets for its 2026 recruitment examination. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website aphc.gov.in. The examinations are scheduled from May 23 to May 25, 2026. Applicants must carry a printed hall ticket and valid photo ID to the exam center. Check all details on the admit card carefully.

Three Orissa High Court judges cycled to work on Monday, covering 4-5 km each way to promote fuel conservation and environmental awareness. This initiative aligns with the Prime Minister's call to reduce petrol and diesel dependence, sending a powerful message for sustainable living.

The Orissa High Court denied bail to Dhirendranath Baral, a disabled individual with a history of 38 cases, in connection with a Puri hotel bombing. Baral is accused of orchestrating the attack after the owner allegedly refused to pay Rs 10 lakh in extortion money.

Madras High Court discharged a nephrologist and organ transplant surgeon from an illegal kidney transplant case, citing procedural violations and harassment. The court found criminal proceedings were initiated improperly by police, bypassing the mandated Appropriate Authority. This led to the doctor's discharge from all charges, deeming the case an abuse of legal process.

The judgment came in a decades-old family property dispute from Karnataka where the legal heirs of a deceased Chartered Accountant challenged a Will executed in favour of his sister.

The Orissa High Court upheld the installation of road barricades in Cuttack's CDA area, emphasizing proactive safety measures against rising accidents. Dismissing a PIL, the court ruled that government policies based on data for public safety should not be easily challenged.

The Bombay High Court declared that wives are not "deemed maids" and cannot be accused of cruelty for imperfect household chores. Overturning a divorce order, the court mandated a husband to pay Rs 20,000 monthly maintenance, emphasizing marriage as an equal partnership, not a service contract. Cruelty requires severe conduct, not minor marital disagreements.

A Madras High Court judge refused to hear a case involving IPS officer A Arun, expressing anger over the prolonged wait faced by court staff to serve a summon. The judge insisted Arun be present until the case, concerning the detention of a real estate builder, is heard.

Rajasthan High Court Driver Result 2026: The Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur, has declared the Driver Result 2026 for Chauffeur and Driver recruitment examinations conducted on April 26, 2026. Candidates shortlisted through the Screening Test will appear for the Job Test and Personal Interview. The court also released category-wise cut-off marks for TSP and Non-TSP regions. Objections against the Model Answer Key were rejected, and the same has been treated as final. Further recruitment schedules will be released separately on the official website.

The Calcutta High Court has set a controversial precedent by nullifying a professor's 20-year rape conviction, awarding him ₹10 lakh due to glaring deficiencies from the special prosecutor and the investigating officer. The judges emphasized that questionable practices and investigative shortcomings had marred the fairness of the trial process.

In a significant ruling, the Gauhati High Court has instructed the NIA Special Court to move the case involving Akhil Gogoi and three others to a standard courtroom. The court indicated that there is adequate evidence to support charges under the Indian Penal Code concerning anti-CAA demonstrations but insufficient grounds for charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

A vacation bench of the MP High Court will hear a petition on Monday seeking cancellation of anticipatory bail for retired district judge Giribala Singh. She is accused in the dowry death case of her daughter-in-law, Twisha Singh. Twisha's family approached the High Court after the retired judge was granted bail by a Bhopal sessions court.

The Delhi High Court has sentenced YouTuber Gulshan Pahuja to six months' simple imprisonment in criminal contempt proceedings after holding that he continued to scandalise the judiciary and showed no remorse for his conduct.

The Orissa High Court has ruled that individuals holding public office are not disqualified from serving as election or counting agents. This decision dismissed a petition challenging the election of BJD MLA Aswini Kumar Patra.

In a significant move against cyber harassment, the Rajasthan High Court has granted bail to a 20-year-old accused of online stalking and child sexual harassment. The court imposed a one-year ban on his social media usage, including platforms like Instagram and Facebook, and strictly prohibited any contact with the victim or her family.

Tribal villagers have approached the Orissa High Court, alleging the state government's prolonged inaction in implementing the PESA Act, 1996. They seek directions to frame and enforce long-pending rules, arguing the delay deprives gram sabhas of self-governance and protection of community resources, leading to exploitation of tribal lands and resources.

Jodhpur's High Court granted Asaram partial relief, acquitting him of gang rape and conspiracy charges. However, his life sentence for the rape of a minor stands. The court also upheld convictions for wrongful confinement and sexual harassment. Co-accused Shilpi and Sharat Chandra were acquitted. Asaram must now surrender.

Madras High Court permitted a West Bengal woman to donate a kidney to her son, rejecting the Directorate of Medical Education and Research's demand for a DNA test. Justice GR Swaminathan noted that birth certificates and other documents established their biological relationship, ordering the authorization committee to grant permission without delay for the transplant.

Kerala High Court significantly enhanced sentences for 12 Attappadi mob lynching convicts, imposing three life imprisonments and hefty fines. While acquitting the first accused, the court reinstated charges under the SC/ST Act, stiffening the trial court's verdict. This ruling follows appeals by the state and Madhu's mother.

The Orissa High Court has expressed displeasure with the state government for delays in submitting a report on pension benefits for aided educational institution employees. The court has warned of punitive action against committee members if lapses are found and has ordered the state to disclose the committee's progress and members by May 21.

Tribal organizations are taking a stand by petitioning the Orissa High Court, claiming the state's chronic delays in enforcing the PESA Act, 1996. Despite being enacted almost three decades ago, Odisha has not put into place the necessary legislation, resulting in tribal Gram Sabhas lacking the constitutional authority needed for self-rule and the safeguarding of their resources.

The Allahabad High Court granted bail to Tahir Mewati, accused of posting anti-India and pro-Pakistan content online. The court emphasized that pre-trial detention cannot be indefinite, even for grave charges, upholding constitutional rights. Mewati, in jail since May 2025, claims false implication and a fake social media account.

The Orissa High Court has upheld the Odisha government's decision to increase the financial powers of Block Development Officers to Rs 10 lakh without requiring the countersignature of panchayat samiti chairpersons. The court dismissed concerns that this move weakens elected representatives, citing existing safeguards and the amendment's aim for timely execution and transparency.

Delhi High Court questioned MP Raghav Chadha on his sensitivity to social media criticism of political decisions, highlighting the thin line between defamation and free speech. The court reserved its verdict on interim relief for takedown of alleged offending posts, acknowledging both dignity and free speech rights.

The Orissa High Court has ordered the Deputy Director of Mines in Berhampur to address a complaint regarding illegal laterite soil and stone extraction on government land in Ganjam district. Villagers had reported significant losses to the exchequer and environmental damage from these activities.