In a tragic incident at Delhi’s Saket District Court, undertrial prisoner Aman was killed by two fellow inmates during a scuffle. The attackers targeted Aman due to a previous enmity stemming from a 2024 stabbing incident. The Bar Association criticized court security, highlighting rising violence in the complex.
The Supreme Court of India expressed concern over the prolonged delays in resolving landlord-tenant disputes, emphasizing the hardships faced by both parties. The Court urged the Bombay High Court to investigate these delays and take measures for expedited case resolutions, highlighting the necessity for timely justice in such matters.
Following the Pahalgam terror attack, the Government of India revoked visas for Pakistani nationals, prompting legal action from a Pakistani resident in Goa since 2016. He seeks a fair hearing regarding his visa conditions before deportation. The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the case, considering individual circumstances.
The Supreme Court of India postponed the NEET PG 2025 exam initially set for June 15, citing fairness concerns over conducting it in two shifts. Following objections, the National Board of Examinations sought approval to reschedule the exam for August 3 in a single shift, adhering to court guidelines for equal opportunity.
Justice Partha Sarathi Chatterjee of the Calcutta High Court is facing online threats and abuse after denying bail to social media influencer Sharmistha Panoli, who was arrested for posting a sensitive video. Despite her deletion of the video and apology, the judge’s decision has sparked violent backlash against him online.
Stand-up comedian Daniel Fernandes received a legal notice from two Supreme Court lawyers over his content, which they claim trivializes the Pahalgam terror attack and mocks Indian cultural values. Fernandes defends his satire, asserting artistic freedom, while the notice demands removal of the offending material by June 3, 2025, citing public responsibility.
The Supreme Court of India clarified that High Courts cannot autonomously increase punishments or introduce new charges without appeals from the state or victim. This ruling followed Nagarajan’s case, where the High Court unjustly enhanced his sentence for abetment of suicide. The Supreme Court restored his original conviction under Sections 354 and 448 IPC.
The Delhi High Court denied Lalu Prasad Yadav’s request to stay the trial proceedings in the CBI’s land-for-jobs scam case, emphasizing he still had opportunities to present his case. His legal team’s arguments regarding the legitimacy of the prosecution were rejected, with the court stating there were no compelling reasons to interfere.
The Delhi High Court upheld the dismissal of an Indian Army officer who refused to participate in religious parades due to his Christian faith. The court emphasized the importance of military unity and discipline, stating that while religious beliefs are respected, collective participation is essential for camaraderie and morale in the armed forces.
