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Tamil Nadu High Court Confronts State Officials Over Failure to Implement Karthigai Deepam Lighting Order
Dec 17, 2025 10:06 pm CST
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has questioned Tamil Nadu officials for allegedly failing to implement a judicial order permitting the lighting of Karthigai Deepam on a disputed pillar near a dargah at Thiruparankundram hill. The contempt hearing involves senior state officials and highlights tensions between religious practices and administrative decisions in the region.
Delhi High Court Challenges DGCA Over Pilot Fatigue Rule Relaxations: Safety Concerns Raised
Dec 16, 2025 10:36 pm CST
The Delhi High Court has demanded an explanation from the DGCA regarding alleged violations of pilot fatigue management rules. The Indian Pilots Guild filed a contempt petition claiming airlines received unauthorized exemptions from Flight Duty Time Limitation norms, potentially compromising aviation safety. Justice Amit Sharma has scheduled a hearing for April 17 as aviation authorities defend their statutory power to grant limited exemptions.
Madras High Court Summons Tamil Nadu Officials in Thirupparankundram Temple Lamp Lighting Dispute
Dec 10, 2025 02:45 am CST
The Madras High Court has summoned top Tamil Nadu officials in the ongoing Thirupparankundram temple lamp lighting controversy. Justice GR Swaminathan directed the Chief Secretary and Additional Director-General of Police to appear via video conference on December 17 following allegations that authorities failed to comply with court orders regarding the lighting of a festival lamp on an ancient pillar during the Karthigai Deepam festival.
Aleema Khan Files Contempt Petition After Repeated Denial of Prison Visits to Former PM Imran Khan
Nov 28, 2025 09:56 pm CST
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's sister has filed a contempt petition against Adiala Jail officials for violating court orders on visitation rights, as PTI members protest outside the prison where Khan has been held since 2023. Authorities maintain Khan is healthy despite growing concerns about access to the imprisoned political leader.