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 quashes a POCSO case, warns against misuse of criminal law in matrimonial disputes, and condemns false complaints involving children.
30 May, 2026 06:00 PM
Supreme Court clarifies when DNA tests can be ordered in paternity disputes, balancing privacy rights against the need to determine parentage.
30 May, 2026 05:54 PM
Delhi High Court issues notice to Centre and X on Cockroach Janta Party account block, declines interim restoration, and seeks government’s response.
30 May, 2026 02:42 PM
Calcutta HC acquits professor in POCSO case after 4 years in jail, cites conspiracy, orders ₹10 lakh compensation, and seeks action against officials.
30 May, 2026 02:20 PM
Supreme Court sets aside SEBI’s fraud findings and ₹447.27 crore disgorgement order against Reliance Industries in the 2007 RPL trading case.
30 May, 2026 02:10 PM
Supreme Court seeks a comprehensive plan to reform NTA after the NEET UG 2026 paper leak, stressing accountability, institutional reforms, and exam security.
30 May, 2026 01:08 PM
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