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In a case that deeply unsettled the nation’s collective conscience, the Delhi High Court’s decision to suspend the life sentence of Kuldeep Singh Sengar—on what was framed as a “technical” interpretation of law—raised profound questions about justice, power, and institutional responsibility.
Read Full ArticleSupreme Court rules limitation for redemption of usufructuary mortgage begins from date of payment, not mortgage creation; affirms mortgagor’s rights.
Supreme Court 2025 landmark judgments explained in a nutshell, covering constitutional law, criminal justice, PMLA, free speech, rights and governance.
PIL in Supreme Court seeks recognition of racial slurs as hate crimes after the death of Tripura student Anjel Chakma in Dehradun.
Supreme Court holds tenants cannot dictate landlords’ choice of premises or suggest alternatives to defeat bona fide eviction needs.
Supreme Court issues notice on a woman lawyer’s plea alleging illegal 14-hour custody, sexual assault, threats and evidence destruction by Noida Police.
Supreme Court refuses to quash FIR over tweet against PM Narendra Modi, says free speech was brazenly abused; petitioner may approach High Court.
Supreme Court accepts expert panel recommendations to protect the Great Indian Bustard while balancing renewable energy projects in Rajasthan and Gujarat.
Supreme Court rules that Section 139 NI Act presumption cannot be rebutted through pre-trial enquiry under Section 482 CrPC; trial evidence required.
Supreme Court stays its recent Aravalli Hills verdict, citing need for clarity on definitions, and constitutes a new expert committee to assess environmental impact.
Supreme Court stays bail granted to Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the Unnao rape case, flags flawed POCSO interpretation on “public servant” definition.
Senior Advocate Mahalakshmi Pavani critiques the Unnao verdict, exposing how legal technicalities and political impunity deepen injustice for a survivor.
Supreme Court takes suo motu cognisance of Aravalli definition issue, lists matter before Vacation Bench on Dec 29, 2025, amid environmental concerns.
Supreme Court reviews AIIMS report in a passive euthanasia plea and seeks to interact with the patient’s parents before taking a final decision.
Supreme Court invokes Article 142 to revive Noida’s stalled Supernova project, replaces IRP and CoC, and appoints a court-monitored committee.
Delhi High Court warns that false rape allegations cause lifelong harm to the accused and issues directions on recovery of victim compensation.
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Delhi High Court upholds discharge in a gang rape case, flags misuse of sexual offence laws, and issues directions on recovery of victim compensation.
02 January, 2026 08:28 PM
Gujarat High Court upheld CESTAT’s rejection of a sugar mill’s plea to restore a delay condonation application filed after a seven-year lapse.
02 January, 2026 09:40 PM
Telangana High Court rules written versions in consumer cases cannot be filed beyond the mandatory 45-day limit under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
02 January, 2026 07:13 PM
Madras High Court warns against misuse of preventive detention to silence journalists, calls it a threat to free speech and liberty.
02 January, 2026 08:04 PM
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