The Supreme Court ruled that a juvenility claim can be raised even after final conviction, leading to the acquittal of an accused in a 2002 murder case.
Read Full ArticleCourts not precluded to consider pre-arrest bail in SC/ST Act, if no prima facie case found: SC
Plea in Supreme Court seeks review of August 1 judgment allowing States to sub-classify SC/STs, challenging their authority under Articles 341 and 342.
SC judge Justice Pankaj Mithal cites ancient texts, asserts no caste system in ancient Bharat, and calls for periodic exclusion of those who availed reservation.
The Supreme Court ruled that sub-classification of SC/STs for quotas is permissible, allowing states to exclude the creamy layer from reservations. This decision overturns a 2004 judgment.
Supreme Court rules that Bar Council cannot charge exorbitant enrolment fees, capping them at Rs 750 for general and Rs 125 for SC/ST categories, ensuring fair access to the legal profession.
Bihar government moves Supreme Court to challenge Patna High Court's decision quashing 65% reservation law for SC, ST, and OBC.
A Delhi Court sought responses from the Delhi Police on the complaint filed by Sameer Wankhede against IPS Officer Gyaneshwar Singh.
Centre advocates for SC/ST sub-classification to ensure equitable reservation benefits and social justice.
Adjournment culture, long vacations, lengthy oral arguments, level playing field for new-lawyers, key highlights of CJIs speech.
Why Kerala HC allowed anticipatory bail application of Headmistress who chopped Dalit student's hair? Read to find out more.
Supreme Court dismisses Haryana’s claim of adverse possession, affirming private property rights and ruling that a welfare state must respect citizens’ ownership.
20 November, 2024 05:38 PM
SC rules disciplinary proceedings cannot start after employee’s retirement or extended service. SBI directed to release pending dues within six weeks.
20 November, 2024 03:47 PM
Supreme Court restores Rs 1.75 lakh monthly maintenance, emphasizing a wife’s right to maintain pre-divorce living standards in landmark judgment.
20 November, 2024 04:35 PM
Consensual relationship or breakup can’t be termed criminal: SC quashes 2019 FIR, stating consensual relations don’t warrant prosecution for rape or intimidation.
21 November, 2024 12:25 PM
SC revives criminal charges against Kerala MLA Antony Raju for tampering evidence in 1990 drug case; directs trial completion within a year.
20 November, 2024 04:02 PM
Patiala House Court orders Bikaner House attachment in a Rs 50L dispute, while Himachal Bhawan faces auction over a Rs 150Cr hydropower recovery case.
21 November, 2024 12:19 PM
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