Supreme Court rules magistrates must condone delay before taking cognizance of belated cheque dishonour complaints under the NI Act.
Read Full ArticleKarnataka High Court rules that Section 498A applies to void marriages and live-in relationships, holding that men cannot escape liability by hiding prior marriages.
Telangana HC quashes SC/ST Act case in marital dispute, ruling caste abuse at home doesn’t qualify—Act applies only in ‘public view’.
Andhra Pradesh HC quashes case against Sakshi editor, cites no evidence of inciting enmity; stresses protection of press freedom under Article 19.
The Telangana High Court quashed a cheating case against a two-wheeler driver, ruling that driving without a number plate doesn't constitute cheating under IPC.
Supreme Court stays criminal proceedings against a priest booked under Section 295A IPC for remarks claiming Christianity as the only true religion.
10 April, 2026 04:37 PM
Telangana High Court grants Pawan Khera one-week transit anticipatory bail in Assam FIR, allowing him time to seek regular bail before jurisdictional court.
10 April, 2026 03:38 PM
Bombay High Court questions Indians’ traffic rule compliance, enhances compensation to ₹15.15 lakh in TMTC bus accident case involving priest’s death.
10 April, 2026 02:20 PM
Supreme Court’s 9-judge Bench hears Sabarimala review, examining ERP doctrine, religious freedom, and Articles 25 and 26.
10 April, 2026 04:47 PM
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