The Supreme Court quashes dowry harassment charges against a judicial officer, his brother, and mother, citing inconsistencies and insufficient evidence in the complainant's allegations. The court emphasizes the lack of credible grounds to proceed with the case.
Read Full ArticleThe Supreme Court expresses reservations about its decision to place Bhima Koregaon case accused Gautam Navalakha under house arrest, citing concerns about setting a wrong precedent. The court defers a decision on relocating Navalakha for eight weeks.
The lead petitioner challenging the abrogation of Article 370 faces allegations of supporting secessionism, raising pro-Pakistan slogans, and promoting terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. The Supreme Court is examining these claims and considering the petitioner's response.
The Rajasthan High Court issues a show cause notice to Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot for his remarks on alleged corruption in the judiciary. Advocates protest and demand accountability. Get the latest updates on this legal controversy.
The Allahabad High Court's decision on a bail application highlights concerns about the institution of marriage and the challenges posed by live-in relationships. The court emphasizes the security, stability, and social acceptance that marriage offers, while cautioning against the potential negative consequences of casual live-in arrangements.
Madras High Court questions integrity of MP/MLA case judgments, criticizes anti-corruption sleuths acting as 'puppets' in political show. Examination of corruption cases against lawmakers amid regime ...
The Supreme Court's recent ruling allows children from void or voidable marriages to claim ancestral property rights in Hindu joint families under the Mitakshara system of law. The judgement harmonize...
Learn about the recommendations of the Supreme Court Committee on Prison Reforms to treat transgender prisoners equally, provide rights and facilities, and curb abuse. Understand the need for training...
The Supreme Court awards a life sentence to former RJD MP Prabhunath Singh for the 1995 murder of two individuals during poll violence. The court also grants compensation to the victims' families and ...
Madhya Pradesh High Court's decision regarding Ganga Jamuna School: Principal and teacher prohibited from enforcing 'hijab' on students of Hindu and Jain faiths. Learn about the court's directives and...
Mohammed Zubair, A propagandist 'fact-checker, retweeted a tweet on Prime Minister Narendra Modi falsely stating that "PM Modi threw tantrums and refused to get off his plane" Because the South Africa...
The Centre's statement on its exclusive authority to conduct the census in India, amidst calls for caste-based census, raises significance. Opposition parties' demands and implications on welfare meas...
Supreme Court denies stay in defamation trial between Gujarat University and Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal over comments about PM Modi's degree. Trial pending in Gujarat High Court.
The Supreme Court emphasizes equal treatment for all sides involved in hate speech cases, following the Tehseen Poonawalla guidelines. Both sides, regardless of their affiliation, will face legal acti...
In courts, lawyers and judges will now have to carefully choose their words when speaking about women, as the Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud has issued a formal list alerting everyone tha...
Allahabad HC acquits man in 2005 marital rape case, holding that the Supreme Court’s Independent Thought ruling applies only prospectively.
17 October, 2025 02:47 PM
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.
17 October, 2025 11:45 AM
Delhi HC quashes 22-year-old complaint against advocate, rules that a lawyer’s office is not a commercial activity under MDP 2001 and Building Bye-Laws.
17 October, 2025 01:42 PM
Supreme Court slams casual practice of declaring witnesses hostile; upholds life imprisonment in SC/ST Act case involving rape of minor girl.
17 October, 2025 11:55 AM
91-year-old father of pilot killed in Ahmedabad Air India crash moves SC seeking court-monitored probe into alleged biased and flawed investigation.
17 October, 2025 10:54 AM
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