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The Supreme Court has issued binding directions to all high courts to expedite judgment delivery and reduce judicial delays. Reserved judgments must now be pronounced within three months, with bail orders to be delivered on the same or next day. All judgments will be uploaded online within 24 hours of pronouncement.

AP High Court Answer Key 2026 has been released on the official website, aphc.gov.in, for candidates who appeared in the CBT examinations conducted from May 23 to May 25, 2026. Along with the provisional answer key, the High Court has also published response sheets for various posts under the recruitment drive for 300 vacancies. Candidates can calculate expected scores using the marking scheme and also raise objections against any discrepancies by submitting supporting documents through the official portal.

The Punjab and Haryana high court has issued a notice to the Punjab government regarding a petition challenging the ban on meat and fish sales in Amritsar's Walled City. A fish wholesaler argues the prohibition lacks statutory backing and is discriminatory, impacting livelihoods and consumer choice.

The Bombay High Court quashed a criminal case against a woman's in-laws, stating that passive observation or refusal to take sides in a marital dispute cannot be grounds for cruelty charges under IPC Section 498A. The court emphasized that allegations against them were vague and unsupported by credible material, constituting a misuse of legal process.

A vacation bench comprising Justice G R Swaminathan and Justice V Lakshminarayanan had summoned Arun in connection with a habeas corpus petition filed by the wife of a builder detained under the Goondas Act, when Arun was Chennai city commissioner of police.

The Telangana High Court has questioned HYDRAA's demolition activities at ZRESTA Villas without prior notice, issuing interim orders for status quo. Petitioners claim their compound wall was illegally razed on May 26. The court emphasized that demolishing structures while land is under dispute, especially without issuing notices, is unacceptable.

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The Madras High Court has dismissed a plea seeking a ban on Suriya and Trisha Krishnan's film ‘Karuppu’. Judges acknowledged that corruption exists within the judiciary but emphasized the film presents a fictional narrative. They ruled that portraying corruption in a fictional courtroom does not constitute contempt, allowing the movie to continue its successful run.

The Telangana High Court has sternly warned the state government to relocate a dilapidated government girls' primary school in Tarnaka, threatening to summon the chief secretary if positive orders are not issued.

The National Students' Union of India (NSUI) has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) before the Delhi High Court, raising concerns over the Central Board of Secondary Education's (CBSE) newly introduced On-Screen Marking (OSM) system for Class XII board examinations.

In a decisive ruling, the Calcutta High Court affirmed the termination of a CISF constable who repeatedly violated on-duty sobriety, highlighting the organization’s unwavering policy against alcohol consumption. The court emphasized that reliance on personnel with substance issues undermines the integrity of the force, reinforcing the need for members who can be entrusted with critical responsibilities.

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.

The Kerala High Court made headlines by ruling that late e-filing of police reports—specifically after the 5 pm cutoff—gives accused parties a right to statutory bail. Justice Kauser Edappagath set free two individuals detained for drug possession, reiterating that the enforcement of filing deadlines is vital to maintaining fairness and protecting the rights of those in the legal system.

The Chhattisgarh High Court ruled against a former power distribution employee seeking full back wages after acquittal in a graft case. The court stated that a later acquittal does not automatically nullify the legal impact of a valid dismissal order issued during a conviction. The employee was dismissed following a conviction but later acquitted on appeal.

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.

Bombay High Court quashed criminal proceedings against a woman's in-laws, stating passive observation or refusal to take sides isn't grounds for cruelty charges. Justice R. R. Bhonsale emphasized that vague allegations against relatives, without specific involvement, are insufficient for Section 498A IPC. The court stressed careful scrutiny of such cases, especially those filed soon after marriage.

The Allahabad High Court has taken a firm stance against the Cyber Cell in Lucknow, chastising them for their automated decision to suspend a woman's mobile number amidst a marital dispute. The judges criticized the lack of thoughtful consideration in the authorities' approach, viewing it as a misuse of state resources.

Madras high court has issued a blanket ban on the slaughter of cows and calves in Tamil Nadu, not just for Bakrid but on any day. The court directed state authorities to ensure no such slaughter occurs, citing constitutional mandates and existing government orders aimed at protecting cattle and improving the rural economy.

Varun Dhawan has approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of his personality rights against the unauthorised use of his identity online. The court indicated it was inclined to grant interim relief. He joins several celebrities including Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan who have sought similar legal protection.

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 Supreme Court has protected rape survivors from repeated court appearances for cross-examination. Quashing a High Court order, the apex court emphasized that forcing victims to face further questioning years after initial testimony inflicts unjustifiable hardship. Such repeated appearances, especially in sensitive cases, can cause undue distress to victims of heinous crimes.