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
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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.
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Delhi HC rules only cannabis flowering tops count as ganja under NDPS; leaves and branches excluded, casting doubt on commercial quantity and enabling bail.
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Bageshwar Dham gets FCRA licence, allowing legal foreign donations under strict compliance norms amid evolving regulatory framework in India.
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Senate blocks fourth bid to curb Trump’s Iran war powers as 60-day deadline nears, raising constitutional concerns and deepening political divisions.
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