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![Gauhati HC Urges Assam Govt to Expedite Notification of Child Protection Policy and Rules [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2024/09/lj_8188_WhatsApp_Image_2024-09-19_at_11.07.33_AM.webp)
The Gauhati HC urges the Assam Govt to swiftly notify the Draft State Child Protection Policy and Rules to implement the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015 effectively.
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Gauhati High Court Orders Mizoram Government to Expedite Prison Reforms [Read Order]
Gauhati High Court directs Mizoram government to take immediate action on prison reforms, stressing the need for concrete steps and timely execution.
![Gauhati HC seeks response on medical needs of Trangender Community in Assam [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2024/09/lj_8838_WhatsApp_Image_2024-09-10_at_5.14.15_PM.webp)
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Gauhati HC seeks response on medical needs of Trangender Community in Assam [Read Order]
Gauhati HC directs Union and Assam Govt to address medical needs, including reconstructive surgery, for the transgender community in Assam.
![Gauhati High Court expresses displeasure over delay in notifying Child Protection Rules and Policy [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2024/08/lj_6996_Gauhati_Child_Protection.webp)
Judiciary
Gauhati High Court expresses displeasure over delay in notifying Child Protection Rules and Policy [Read Order]
The Gauhati High Court criticizes the Assam government for delays in notifying crucial Child Protection Rules and Policy under the Juvenile Justice Act.
![Gauhati High Court grants bail to accused in NDPS case due to prolonged incarceration [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2024/07/lj_8308_Bail_in_NDPS_Case.webp)
Judiciary
Gauhati High Court grants bail to accused in NDPS case due to prolonged incarceration [Read Order]
The Gauhati High Court granted bail to Yahiya Khan in an NDPS case, citing prolonged incarceration and undue delay in trial as grounds for release.
![Non-tear of the hymen is of no consequence in cases of penetrative sexual assault: Guwahati HC in POCSO case [Read Judgment]](/secure/uploads/2024/04/lj_7611_WhatsApp_Image_2024-04-16_at_9.15.11_PM.jpeg)
Non-tear of the hymen is of no consequence in cases of penetrative sexual assault: Guwahati HC in POCSO case [Read Judgment]
Hymen tear or genital injuries are not a sine qua non to prove penetrative sexual assault, the Guwahati High Court has held in a case under the POCSO Act, 2012.
Centre appoints CJs of six High Courts
Union Law Minister announces appointment of Chief Justices for six High Courts, marking significant judicial leadership updates across the nation.
SC issues notice on Assam govt plea against HC order acquitting accused in 2004 Dhemaji bomb blast case
Supreme Court notices Assam govt appeal against Gauhati HC acquittal of ULFA members in 2004 Dhemaji bomb blast case.
South Korea Enacts Landmark Ban on Dog Meat, India's Northeast Faces Controversy Over Consumption
In South Korea, the slaughter and sale of dogs for their meat are set to become illegal by 2027 due to growing concerns about animal rights, despite being neither explicitly banned nor legalized. ...
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Supreme Court Collegium approves new Chief Justices for five key High Courts in India [Read Recommendations]
The Supreme Court Collegium approves new Chief Justices for Allahabad, Jharkhand, Gauhati, Punjab & Haryana, and Rajasthan High Courts. Read about the appointments.
Supreme Court gets 3 new judges, taking the strength to 34
Get the latest news about the Supreme Court as it welcomes three new judges, increasing its strength to 34. Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud administered the oath, addressing the mounting case backlog.
![Supreme Court Mandates Strict Scrutiny in Sexual Harassment Allegations at Work [Read Judgment]](/secure/uploads/2023/11/lj_3478_eef290f2-6acf-4296-9ee0-adf54f275609.jpg)
Supreme Court Mandates Strict Scrutiny in Sexual Harassment Allegations at Work [Read Judgment]
Explore the Supreme Court's stance on sexual harassment in the workplace, emphasizing the need for serious consideration and rigorous scrutiny of accusations to ensure justice. Learn about the SC's di...
![Collegium Recommends Chief Justices of Delhi, Rajasthan, and Gauhati High Courts for Elevation to Supreme Court [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2023/11/lj_9736_933a94de-bdaf-43de-944b-b0e58e17edb5.jpg)
Collegium Recommends Chief Justices of Delhi, Rajasthan, and Gauhati High Courts for Elevation to Supreme Court [Read Order]
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended Chief Justices from the Delhi, Rajasthan, and Gauhati High Courts for elevation as Supreme Court judges, aiming to maintain full judge-strength due to the h...
![Justice Nongmeikapam Kotiswar Singh appointed as acting Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court [Read Press Release]](/secure/uploads/2023/01/lj_9707_5c969d0f-570f-400a-ba8b-3b65cf825540.jpg)
Justice Nongmeikapam Kotiswar Singh appointed as acting Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court [Read Press Release]
NEW DELHI: Justice Nongmeikapam Kotiswar Singh, senior most puisne Judge of the Gauhati High Court, has been appointed as acting Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court.
