#Law
Sikkim National Law University Hiring Assistant Professors
SNLU is hiring five Assistant Professors. Applicants must submit required credentials and fees by October 30, 2026, to be considered for the role.
Riya Lepcha • 12 Oct 2026
Speaker Weighs Disqualification of Eight Defector MLAs
Meghalaya Speaker Thomas A. Sangma is reviewing a merger claim by eight former UDP legislators who joined the BJP, triggering a disqualification battle.
Walrik Marak • 12 Oct 2026
Meghalaya Lawyers End Court Boycott But Keep Pressure on Advocate General
Meghalaya lawyers are back in court today, but their fight to oust Advocate General Amit Kumar continues through new, non-disruptive protest methods.
Walrik Marak • 11 Oct 2026
Minister Bishwajit Sparks Controversy After Second Wedding Photo Goes Viral
Photos of Manipur Minister Thongam Bishwajit's second marriage ceremony have sparked public debate regarding the legality of polygamy in India.
Ranjana Devi • 10 Oct 2026
Meghalaya High Court Slaps Contempt Notices on 24 Striking Lawyers
Meghalaya High Court issued contempt notices to 24 lawyers for a work strike demanding the Advocate General's removal, threatening further legal action.
NEWire Desk • 9 Oct 2026
Mary Kom faces criminal defamation lawsuit from ex-husband
Olympic boxer Mary Kom is being sued for criminal defamation by her ex-husband over claims of financial fraud made during her recent public appearances.
Ranjana Devi • 8 Oct 2026
Nagaland Legal Drive Targets Predatory Lending and Consumer Rights
NSLSA officials warn of low public awareness regarding money-lending, anti-money laundering, and consumer protection laws in Kohima.
Kiyeto Swu • 7 Oct 2026
Meghalaya Presses Centre to Slash Minimum Coal Mining Lease Size
Chief Minister Conrad Sangma is pushing the central government to lower coal mining lease requirements from 100 hectares to five for local operators.
NEWire Desk • 7 Oct 2026
Central Administrative Tribunal sets hybrid court session in Kohima
The CAT Guwahati Bench will hold a hybrid circuit court in Kohima this October to address pending matters with a visiting judicial member.
Kiyeto Swu • 7 Oct 2026
Supreme Court Halts Dimapur Mystery Box Trial
The Supreme Court has stayed a Dimapur trial involving a Rs 3.5 crore fraud scheme after a filmmaker challenged earlier High Court rulings.
Naro Jamir • 6 Oct 2026
Supreme Court Rejects Assam Flood Control Petition
The Supreme Court dismissed a plea for flood management in Assam, ordering the government to review the petitioner's grievances instead.
Timungpi Terang • 6 Oct 2026
Students Debate Legal Reach of Article 371A in Nagaland
Fazl Ali College students debated the constitutional protection of Article 371A in Mokokchung, featuring expert insights on Naga customary law.
Kiyeto Swu • 3 Oct 2026
Sikkim National Law University Searches for New Vice-Chancellor
Sikkim National Law University is accepting applications for a new Vice-Chancellor until October 25, 2026. Interested candidates must meet strict criteria.
Riya Lepcha • 2 Oct 2026
Dimapur Veterinary Chief Bans Illegal Carcass Dumping
Dimapur's veterinary chief warns that dumping animal carcasses in public spaces is illegal and threatens public health with potential disease outbreaks.
Naro Jamir • 2 Oct 2026
Sikkim High Court Backlog Grows as Case Filings Outpace Disposals
Sikkim High Court caseload grew to 306 files this quarter. Two judges struggle to keep up as new civil and criminal filings continue to climb.
Riya Lepcha • 30 Sep 2026
High Court Voids Backdoor Hiring of Nagaland Professors
The Gauhati High Court struck down hundreds of illegal contractual teaching appointments in Nagaland, calling for fairness in public employment.
Naro Jamir • 30 Sep 2026
Meghalaya High Court Rejects Plea to Accelerate GHADC Polls
The Meghalaya High Court dismissed a PIL seeking early GHADC elections, citing ongoing delimitation efforts and a government term extension until 2026.
Walrik Marak • 30 Sep 2026
Meghalaya Chief Justice Urges Law Students to Prioritize Public Service
Chief Justice Revati Mohite Dere challenged law students to pursue public service over profit at the 3rd NEHU National Moot Court Competition in Shillong.
NEWire Desk • 30 Sep 2026
Meghalaya High Court Presses State on Crematorium and Burial Site Verification
The Meghalaya High Court demands a clear timeline and expanded reporting on crematorium and burial ground verification from the state government.
Walrik Marak • 30 Sep 2026
Buddhist Forum Demands Control of Mahabodhi Temple
The All India Buddhist Forum wants the 1949 Bodh Gaya Temple Act amended to ensure only Buddhists manage the historic Mahabodhi Temple site.
Aiden Bhutia • 28 Sep 2026
