The Bombay High Court has issued contempt notices to Kishore Mehta, founder trustee of Lilavati Hospital, and his son Rajesh Mehta for failing to deposit the required 25% of a substantial debt to HDFC Bank. The legal battle dates back to 2002, and the court has given the Mehtas four weeks to respond, underscoring the complex relationship between corporate entities, legal obligations, and the healthcare sector’s governance.
The Indian digital landscape is currently witnessing a significant upheaval following Google’s recent decision to delist several Indian apps from its Play Store. This move has sparked a nationwide debate over digital sovereignty, monopolistic practices, and the survival of Indian startups in the face of global tech giants. Anupam Mittal, the Shark Tank judge and […]
The Kerala High Court’s pivotal ruling on a transwoman’s enrollment in the National Cadet Corps marks a crucial development in India’s legal landscape concerning transgender rights. The court’s decision aligns with the Transgender Persons Act, affirming inclusivity and setting a precedent for societal acceptance and evolution.
The All India Bar Association (AIBA) has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take legal action against Google for spreading false information about him. The AIBA’s Chairman accused Google of violating Indian Penal Code sections 153A, 500, and 505 and emphasized the accountability of developers for AI-generated content. The move aims to safeguard democratic processes and leaders’ reputations.
The Jharkhand High Court overturned a maintenance order in a landmark case, ruling that Sangeeta Toppo was not entitled to support due to her unjustified separation from her husband, setting a legal precedent. The judgment emphasizes the need for substantiated claims in matrimonial disputes and will have a significant impact on future cases.
In a significant development that underscores the ongoing challenges faced by transgender individuals in the workplace, the Supreme Court of India has expressed its concerns over the termination of a transwoman teacher from her position in schools located in Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat. The case, which has caught the attention of the highest judicial authority […]
The RBI’s crackdown on PPBL culminated in a series of directives issued in early 2024, following a detailed audit that uncovered a range of compliance failures. Notably, the central bank’s decision to bar PPBL from accepting new deposits or top-ups in customer accounts, prepaid instruments, wallets, and FASTags was slated to take effect after February […]
As of now, the Supreme Court has a total of 54 cases pending before its Constitution Benches. These cases are divided among different compositions of the benches The Supreme Court of India is currently grappling with a significant backlog of cases awaiting adjudication before its Constitution Benches. Recent data presented in Parliament sheds light on […]
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has reaffirmed its stance on the procedural requirements for arrests made by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED), dismissing a review petition that challenged the need for providing reasons for arrest in writing at the time of arrest. This ruling solidifies the court’s previous judgment, emphasizing the […]
In a recent hearing that underscores the Supreme Court’s commitment to enhancing educational resources across India, Justices Aniruddha Bose and PV Sanjay Kumar presided over a public interest litigation (PIL) aimed at establishing libraries in rural areas. This initiative is designed to foster reading habits among villagers, contributing to the holistic education and development of […]