The Allahabad High Court ruled that a husband forcing unnatural sex on his wife without her consent is punishable under Section 377 IPC. The Court upheld a wife’s right to dignity and sexual autonomy, even in marriage.
The Supreme Court of India has ordered the demolition of illegal structures on over 4 bighas of public land in Okhla, Delhi. Authorities are mandated to act quickly and submit a compliance report. The Court highlighted the importance of protecting public land from encroachments to ensure it is used for the public’s benefit.
Reckitt has settled its defamation case with influencer Raj Shamani regarding negative comments on Dettol but will pursue legal action against Dr. Manjot Marwah for disparaging remarks made in a podcast. Despite takedowns of controversial content, Reckitt is concerned about potential future statements from Marwah, raising brand reputation issues.
The Supreme Court of India will revisit its 2022 PMLA ruling on August 6, amidst petitions calling for a larger Bench to address constitutional concerns. Key issues raised involve the validity of provisions upheld in the previous judgment, particularly those affecting the rights of the accused regarding the Enforcement Case Information Report.
A Sambhal court has issued a notice to Rahul Gandhi regarding his controversial statement about “fighting the Indian state.” The notice follows a complaint from Simran Gupta, president of Hindu Shakti Dal, concerning remarks made during a January speech. Gandhi must respond, prompting consideration of further legal action and drawing political attention.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has prohibited the Punjab government from interfering in the Bhakra Dam’s operations, emphasizing that the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) must manage the dam independently. The court ordered an immediate water release of 4,500 cusecs to Haryana and underscored the importance of legal channels for disputes.
The Delhi High Court has reserved its decision regarding Christian Michel’s request to modify bail conditions in the AgustaWestland money laundering case. Michel, accused of acting as a middleman, appeared via video link from Tihar Jail. The Enforcement Directorate opposed the changes, citing concerns over the investigation’s integrity.
Justice B.R. Gavai announced that the Supreme Court of India will operate with three Vacation Benches weekly during the summer recess, countering the traditional notion of vacations. This change aims to ensure continuous access to justice, demonstrating the Court’s commitment to reducing case pendency and facilitating faster resolutions even during breaks.
A Bangladesh court issued new arrest orders for Chinmoy Krishna Das, a Hindu leader in jail, relating to four additional cases, including obstructing police and attacking lawyers. This followed a previous murder charge. The situation highlights concerns over minority rights and the handling of religious speech, as tensions escalate surrounding his legal issues.
The Supreme Court of India has requested the National Medical Commission (NMC) to respond to allegations of unpaid stipends for foreign medical graduates interning at Mahaveer Institute of Medical Sciences in Bhopal. The court will revisit the case in July, which raises significant concerns about internship standards and financial support for these graduates.