In a notable ruling, the Supreme Court of India has granted anticipatory bail to Malayalam actor Siddique in a rape case filed against him, which has garnered significant media attention. The decision was made by a bench comprising Justices Bela M. Trivedi and Satish Chandra Sharma, who confirmed the interim bail previously granted to the … Read more
New Delhi, 19 Nov 2024 — In a significant response to the deteriorating air quality in Delhi, the Supreme Court of India has advised all courts to facilitate online hearings wherever feasible. This directive was announced by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna during a discussion with senior lawyers, including Solicitor General Tushar Mehta … Read more
In a landmark order on October 4, 2024, the Supreme Court of India directed the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) under the supervision of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to probe allegations surrounding the famed Tirupati Laddu. The order comes after a series of complaints were filed regarding the quality and production … Read more
The Supreme Court of India, on October 4, 2024, dismissed a review petition challenging its earlier judgment that allowed for the sub-classification of Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs). The review was sought against a 2023 judgment, where the Constitution Bench upheld the idea that further sub-categorization within these groups is constitutional, aimed at … Read more
In a recent development, the Karnataka High Court has stayed an order that had previously directed OLA Cabs to pay ₹5 lakh in compensation to a woman who alleged sexual harassment by a driver. This order, originally issued on September 30, 2024, by a single judge, had held OLA liable for the incident, citing the … Read more
In a significant judgment, the Madhya Pradesh High Court, Indore Bench, held that a delay of six to nine days in filing a First Information Report (FIR) in an attempt to rape case is “unnatural.” The ruling came as the Court set aside the conviction of an accused in the case titled Golu v. The … Read more
In a recent judgment, the Bombay High Court upheld the death sentence of a man from Kolhapur who was convicted of the gruesome murder and cannibalism of his own mother. The Court reasoned that awarding a life sentence would be inappropriate, as the convict’s inclination towards cannibalism would make him a significant threat to other … Read more
The Indian judiciary, particularly the Supreme Court, holds a pivotal role in shaping the legal landscape of the country. Its interpretations of the law under Article 141 of the Constitution, which mandates that the “law declared by the Supreme Court shall be binding on all courts within the territory of India,” create precedents to be … Read more
In a significant ruling aimed at protecting the welfare of minors, the Kerala High Court has called for strict action against parents who bring small children to protests and agitations. The Court observed that children, particularly of tender age, may experience emotional distress and face potential physical harm when exposed to such environments. The judgment … Read more
In a forward-looking judgment, the Supreme Court of India on Monday called for the implementation of comprehensive sex education programs across schools as a critical step toward addressing problematic sexual behaviours (PSB) and combating misinformation perpetuated through the internet. The Court underscored that imparting such education is essential to equip young people with a clear … Read more