Bombay High Court held that an adopted child with unknown parentage acquires the caste of adoptive parents and is entitled to caste validity.
Read Full ArticleSupreme Court enforces Article 21A, mandates statutory rules for RTE Act’s 25% quota, and empowers NCPCR to monitor State compliance.
Madras High Court suggests Australia-style law restricting children’s internet use below 16 and directs authorities to intensify awareness on child pornography.
J&K and Ladakh High Court rules CWC has no jurisdiction to probe school expulsion cases where the child is not in need of care and protection.
Calcutta High Court upholds POCSO conviction, rules minors cannot give valid consent, rejects delay plea, and orders enhanced compensation for the victim.
Child Welfare Committees cannot direct police to register FIRs, rules Allahabad High Court, holding their powers are limited to children needing care and protection.
Delhi HC suspends woman’s life term in murder case, citing 11 years in jail, good conduct, and welfare of her three minor children.
Madras HC upholds life imprisonment for assault on minor SC girl, reiterating that a child cannot consent to sex; school records key for age proof.
SC’s Juvenile Justice Committee to host 2-day national consultation with UNICEF on safeguarding the girl child and strengthening child protection systems.
Patna HC seeks govt response on child trafficking, exploitation in orchestra groups; plea urges regulation, ban on use of minor girls, and rehab measures.
Supreme Court cautions young adults on pre-marital relationships in a bail plea over rape on false promise of marriage; suggests mediation.
17 February, 2026 04:47 PM
Kerala High Court sets aside SC/ST Special Court order, says courts must give reasons while taking cognizance, especially when ignoring FAD reports.
17 February, 2026 07:17 PM
Supreme Court refuses to interfere in plea against tribal village entry bans on pastors, asks petitioner to exhaust remedies under PESA Act.
17 February, 2026 05:35 PM
Supreme Court seeks responses from Centre and UP over failure to frame rules under Shariat Act, raising concerns on Muslim personal law application.
17 February, 2026 07:08 PM
Delhi High Court sets aside Commercial Court order dismissing copyright suit over Local Commissioner’s visit; expunges collusion findings against counsel.
17 February, 2026 06:53 PM
Allahabad High Court refers advocate for criminal contempt over alleged scandalous remarks during a bail hearing in Uttar Pradesh.
17 February, 2026 05:15 PM
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